From Gin to Agave: 6 Craft-Led Shifts Shaping India’s Drinking Culture in 2026
From premium gins and agave spirits to low-ABV cocktails and craft beers, consumers are seeking quality, authenticity, and memorable experiences.
  • By - Nusra
  • Dec 24, 2025 / 9 MIN READ
India Ate 93 Million Biryanis in 2025 — Burgers Didn’t Even Come Close
Pahari cuisine marked a 9x growth, while orders in Malabari, Rajathani, Malvani and other regional cuisines also grew almost 2x in the past one year…
  • By - Nusra
  • Dec 23, 2025 / 3 MIN READ
Relearning Mediterranean Food: How This Familiar Yet Global Cuisine is Evolving
Indian diners, once hesitant, are now embracing everything from Yemeni mandi and Levantine salads to Turkish mezze and Greek-style seafood.
Modern Indian Dining: The Art of Flavor Layering in Contemporary Indian Cooking
Modern Indian cuisine is all about deliberated complexity and honoring tradition while adding the additional flavor layering to create a journey…


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How Ancient Grains are Transforming Modern Desserts
Chefs, who are reimagining traditional Indian desserts with coarse grains, are unanimous in their view that the shift to traditional grains isn’t…
The Global Diner: Redefining Restaurants Through Quality, Quantity, and Presentation
Quality not only builds trust but also creates distinction, helping a brand stand out from the crowd in a highly competitive industry.
  • By - Nusra
  • Aug 29, 2025 / 6 MIN READ
Raising the Bar: How Restaurant Owners are Turning Trends into Triumphs
From Chefs working around local, indigenous cuisine and ingredients, to bartenders working hard to lure customers by infusing local ingredients,…
  • By - Nusra
  • Aug 22, 2025 / 6 MIN READ


Chutney: Taste of the Land
From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, chutneys change their ingredients, textures, and stories. But one thing remains constant: their ability to bring people…
Table Manners: How Dining Etiquettes Have Changed Over the Years
Dining today is more relaxed and global, emphasizing simplicity, fresh ingredients, and visual appeal.
Fresh Take on Flavours: What’s Pushing the Growth of Plant-forward Dining
Due to the rising demand, 50% of the restaurants have vegan, keto and plant-based menu.
A Culinary Journey: Stories Beyond the Plate
Storytelling, a pillar of culinary identity, plays a crucial role in how restaurants and chefs are perceived globally.
5 Food Trends Writing the Rule for Experiential Dining
Diners are craving deeper connections to their meals. It’s no longer just about flavor — it’s about the stories behind the food.
  • By - Nusra
  • May 07, 2025 / 5 MIN READ
Going back to Roots: The Role of Storytelling in Positioning Traditional Dishes to Modern Diners
Around 70% of the restaurants in India are presenting traditional dishes to their diners. This shows that the preferences have evolved over the…
What's Pushing the Growth of Indo-Chinese Cuisine in QSR Model
QSRs are expected to play a considerable role in the future of the fast-food landscape of India as the demand for Indo-Chinese cuisine is increasing.
Food Safety, Food Security at High Risk: Why its Time Food Companies/Restaurants should look at it
Restaurant India spoke to Restaurant owners, FMCG players and Chefs to understand on how these players can help in delivering food safety, nutrition…
  • By - Nusra
  • Jul 01, 2024 / 8 MIN READ
Navigating India’s Evolving Alcohol Landscape
Many individuals who were previously involved in distribution or distillation are now venturing into creating their own brands.
12 Trends That’s Changing Consumer Demands in the Healthy Drinks Industry
At Utopian Drinks, we stress the importance of informed consumers who ask critical questions like: Where are the fruits sourced from? How is the…
How McDonald’s in India is Ensuring Food safety and Quality at its Restaurant
India boasts a youthful demographic, with over 50% of its population below 25 and more than 65% below 35 years. For this vibrant, multitasking…
  • By - Nusra
  • Jun 11, 2024 / 8 MIN READ
From Plate to Planet: Key Trends on Sustainable Culinary Practices
In 2024, approximately 75% of experts believe that people will increasingly adopt a climatarian diet.
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  • Jun 05, 2024 / 3 MIN READ
Sustainable Practices in the Restaurant Industry: Balancing Environmental Responsibility, Biz Success
Food waste not only represents a significant environmental burden but also incurs substantial economic costs for businesses.
International Burger Day: How Indians Are Consuming Burger
Dinner and late-night hours emerged as the most popular times for indulging in burgers, accounting for over 19.5 million orders.
  • By - Nusra
  • May 28, 2024 / 3 MIN READ
Why Bubble Tea and Korean Burgers Will be The Next Culinary Adventure in India
The success of bubble tea and K-Pop Burgers goes beyond just culinary excellence; it captures larger cultural trends and societal shifts.
How India is Drinking Tea: 5 Key Trends to Follow
In the midst of this flavor renaissance, one thing remains constant – the insatiable curiosity of the Indian consumer. With a desire to explore new…
India's Brewery Business: A Thriving Craft Beer Culture Amidst Challenges
The craft beer market in India is burgeoning, characterised by an annual growth rate projected to be around 24.41 percent from 2024 to 2032​ (IMARC…