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…
The Modernist Cuisine Chef
An interaction with Chef Sujan Sarkar, Chef de Cuisine, Olive Bar & Kitchen.
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  • Jun 04, 2014 / 5 MIN READ
Introducing the hygienic 'Paani Puri'
An interaction with Prashant Kulkarni, Owner and Director, Chatar Patar.
  • By - Nusra
  • Sep 29, 2018 / 4 MIN READ
'An aptitude for cooking helps'
An interaction with Chef Madhumita Mohanta, Executive Chef, Lalit Great Eastern, Kolkata.
  • By - Nusra
  • May 23, 2014 / 4 MIN READ
Mobile technology is the fastest growing program
An interwiew with Miten Sampat, Business Head, TimesCity.
  • By - Nusra
  • Apr 18, 2014 / 4 MIN READ
More than coffee and conversation
An interaction with Rahul Leekha, Director, Di Bella Coffee, India.
  • By - Nusra
  • Apr 11, 2014 / 5 MIN READ
'Budget hotels are the way forward'
An interview with Harjeet Wasan, VP, Tux Hospitality.
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  • Apr 05, 2014 / 4 MIN READ
Tasting Success!
An interaction with Shachin Bharadwaj, Owner, TastyKhana.
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  • Apr 03, 2014 / 3 MIN READ
Serving food from all over the world
An interaction with Kenneth Johansen, Executive Chef, Mariner of the Seas, Royal Caribbean Cruises.
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  • Mar 31, 2014 / 3 MIN READ
'We want to be the Google'
An interview with Rohit Chadda, MD and Co-founder, Foodpanda.in.
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  • Mar 28, 2014 / 6 MIN READ
'One must have fire in the belly to take this profession'
An interview with Chef Diwas Wadhera, Executive Chef, Mosaic Hotel, Noida.
  • By - Nusra
  • Mar 24, 2014 / 5 MIN READ