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Built with Soul: Narayan Poojari on Building the Shiv Sagar Legacy
Poojari started his dream project at a small shop in 1999. A year later, he knew it was time to scale. And, today, he is planning to take the brand…
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Nusra
Dec 04, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
In Rhythm with Flavour: Chef Nikhil Nagpal on the Symphony That Is Avartana
At ITC Chennai’s globally acclaimed Avartana, Chef Culinaire Nikhil Nagpal orchestrates a fine balance between science and soul — transforming South…
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Nusra
Dec 03, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
From a 30 Sqft Shop to London: How Hatti Kaapi Took South Indian Filter Coffee Global
US Mahender, Founder & CEO of Hatti Kaapi, speaks to Restaurant India about the rise of authentic South Indian filter coffee in modern café…
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Saumyangi Yadav
Nov 27, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
It’s Not ‘Modern Indian Food’—It’s the Food of Modern India: Manish Mehrotra
In an exclusive interview, celebrated chef Manish Mehrotra of MMCA challenges culinary labels, urging a shift in perspective.
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Nusra
Nov 21, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
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From Goa to Pune: Dishant Pritamani’s Slow, Soulful Revolution in Indian Dining
He founded The Daily Bar & Kitchen in Mumbai in 2013, creating a space that blurred the line between neighbourhood bar and cultural hub.
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 03, 2025 / 9 MIN READ
Where Sustainability Meets Soul
In an exclusive interview with Restaurant India, Ravi Rai, GM, The Orchid Hotel Mumbai talks bout building a world-class hospitality.
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Oct 30, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
Scooping Success: Carvel Plans 100 Stores, Local Flavours, and Strong Backend Systems
The brand has earmarked Rs 40 crore to set up 100 stores over the next five to six years, signaling a steady and strategic rollout.
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Saptopriya Ghosal
Oct 09, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
Beyond Fast Food: Nando’s India Journey from QSR to Experiential Dining
In an exclusive conversation with Restaurant India, Sameer Bhasin, CEO of Nando’s India, shares insights on what it takes to build and grow a…
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Nusra
Oct 07, 2025 / 11 MIN READ
From Legacy to Lifestyle: How Shiv Sagar Is Redefining Dining for a New Generation
Ankita Poojari, Director and second-generation entrepreneur at the Shiv Sagar Group, shares insights into how the iconic Indian brand has sustained…
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Vijetha Iyer
Sep 30, 2025 / 9 MIN READ
From Rock Bands to Wok Pans: How Debaditya Chaudhury is Building Culture with Food
With 37 Chowman outlets and over 45 in the F&B group, the brand aims for 100+ outlets across metro and tier-2 cities like Chandigarh, Pune,…
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Vijetha Iyer
Sep 24, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
“Right People and Culture is the Key to Building a Restaurant,” says Nikhil K Rochlani
He is Founding Partner of Butterfly High, Kyma, and The Bigg Small Café + Bar. For him, today’s success rests on customer insight, constant…
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Vijetha Iyer
Sep 16, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
“Consistency is Built into Systems, People,” says Sumit Govind Sharma of Monarch Liberty Hospitality Pvt Ltd
Founded by Sumit Govind Sharma, Monarch Liberty Hospitality Pvt Ltd has launched some successful restaurants in Mumbai such as EVE, Que Sera Sera and…
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Vijetha Iyer
Sep 03, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
“People are Moving towards Sustainability & Health-conscious dining,” says Kapil Dubey
The chef draws inspiration from Japanese precision, European simplicity, and Indian cuisine. By using locally sourced seasonal ingredients, the chef…
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Vijetha Iyer
Aug 11, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
"We Believe in Being a Trendsetter, Not a Follower," Says Rahul Bajaj of Le Sutra
Rahul Bajaj, Director of Le Sutra Hospitality and a second-generation entrepreneur, is the visionary behind Café Out of the Blue’s transformation…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jul 28, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
“China Gate Group to Expand Pan-India in 2025” says Ankit
China Gate started as a small venture in 1987, and in 1993, we opened our first restaurant with 120 seats. Over the years, we’ve seen a shift in…
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Vijetha Iyer
Jan 08, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
“Vegetarian Dining, Zero-waste Cooking will be a Big Trend in 2025”
In an exclusive interview with Restaurant India, Chef Rahul discusses about the on-going food trends, role of food plating and presentation, his…
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 28, 2024 / 6 MIN READ
How NBC Turned a Simple Café Concept into a Global Coffee Experience
From its humble beginnings in Jaipur in 2017 to its ambitious expansion plans spanning continents, NBC has positioned itself as a trailblazer in…
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Aritra Ghosh
Nov 25, 2024 / 8 MIN READ
bb.q Chicken’s Sizzling Plans: Why UAE and India Are Their Next Big Targets
With over 2,400 stores in South Korea and a strong international footprint, bb.q Chicken is a testament to the global appeal of Korean cuisine, and…
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Nandini Banerjee
Nov 25, 2024 / 10 MIN READ
The Sweet Success:Namita Zutshi of Namz Bakehouse Eyes Expansion
In an exclusive interview to Restaurant India, Namita Zutshi, Owner, Namz Bakehouse talks about her passion for creating customer's favorite,…
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Nov 15, 2024 / 5 MIN READ
Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai Appoints Chef Siddique as Master Chef at Ummrao
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 15, 2024 / 2 MIN READ
Pramod Singh Kanyal Appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC
His dedication to providing quality service and encouraging teamwork is in line with the principles of Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & HICC.
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 12, 2024 / 2 MIN READ
Chef Ozgur Yildirim Joins Cosy Box as Cuisine Chef, Unveils a Magnificent Turkish-Themed Menu
The restaurant is designed with Turkish-themed menu that vividly captures the lively streets of Istanbul.
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 11, 2024 / 2 MIN READ
“We Don’t Believe in Indianising the menu” says Abhyaraj Singh Kohli
In an exclusive interview with Restaurant India, Abhyaraj shares about his brands, indianising menu, picky eaters, trends and expansion plans and…
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 06, 2024 / 6 MIN READ
Chef Satya Kumar Appointed As New Executive Chef At Sheraton Hyderabad
His goal at Sheraton Hyderabad is to develop remarkable dining experiences that embrace modern methods while honoring India's rich culinary…
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Vijetha Iyer
Nov 06, 2024 / 2 MIN READ
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