From Home Kitchen to ‘Namma’: A Chef’s Journey of Comfort & Authenticity
What began as a personal passion has today evolved into Namma, a South Indian restaurant rooted in comfort, authenticity and family.
Brewing the Next Chapter: Coffee Sutra Eyes Delhi and Tier-2 India
He entered in hospitality back in 2018 and today he runs four brands with 8 outlets that includes OTH, Rustic, Llama and Coffee Sutra in Jaipur.
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…
  • By - 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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  • Dec 03, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
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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…
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.
  • By - Nusra
  • Nov 21, 2025 / 8 MIN READ
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.
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.
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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  • 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…
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,…
“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…
“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…
Deconstruct the Recipe but Keep Flavours Intact Says Chef Raji
In an interview with Restaurant India, Chef Raji speaks about her take on cooking fusion food.
Youth Wants Convenience, Transparency in Food
Talking to Restaurant India, Sourabh Chanana of Hilton Garden Inn talks about food ingredients.
  • By - Nusra
  • May 06, 2019 / 6 MIN READ
The Secret to Delivering Great Service: Get the Basics Right Says Executive Chef Rounak Kinger
In an interview with Restaurant India, Rounak Kinger, the Executive Chef at Courtyard Marriott Pune Hinjewadi, talks about the secret behind his…
People Choose Home over Restaurants to Drink Scotch. Know Why?
In an exclusive interview with Restaurant India, ISWAI Executive Chairman Amrit Kiran Singh speaks about wine trends in India and his contribution in…
FSSAI on a ride to provide safe food to consumers'
Pawan Kumar Agarwal, CEO at FSSAI who is on a mission to safe food for a healthy and happy India, talks to Restaurant India about his plans to take…
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  • Mar 30, 2016 / 4 MIN READ
"We will open not more than one to two outlets per city"
Mehreen comes from a family of restaurateurs and has a fiery passion for food. Since a young age she imbibed the nitti-grities of running a…
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  • Mar 29, 2016 / 5 MIN READ
QSR food shouldn't be known to be unhealthy but healthy - Aditya Bagri
After capturing Rs 1000 crore breakfast category Bagrry's has entered into the QSR space by opening its first kiosk Bagrry's on the go…
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  • Mar 25, 2016 / 5 MIN READ
"I look for regional foods and local ingredients"
In an exclusive interview to Restaurant India, Master Chef winner Ripu Daman Handa talks about his culinary stint.
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  • Mar 02, 2016 / 3 MIN READ
How this entrepreneur is making 'Bento Boxes' more customise with his new venture?
The Bento Cafe is all about creating your own meal boxes. A new venture by Ashish Kapur of The Wine Company, the restaurant has opened its first…
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  • Feb 29, 2016 / 4 MIN READ
Asian food is about complex flavours
In conversation with Restaurant India, Tanveer Kwatra, Executive Chef, Le Meridien Gurgaon shares about his love for food.
  • By - Nusra
  • Feb 22, 2016 / 3 MIN READ