Experience, Efficiency, Expansion: 3 Keys to Reinventing Growth in 2026
There’s growing awareness about organic products. Consumers are more health-conscious. There’s demand for sugar-free, low-sugar, and now protein-…
  • By - Nusra
  • Feb 11, 2026 / 8 MIN READ
National Pizza Day: How Pizza is Driving India’s QSR Growth
India’s QSR market is set to reach USD 43.5 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 9.36%. Health-conscious options, menu customization, diversification, and…
Why Restaurants Still Bet Big on Tier 1 Cities
With 30–40% of restaurant sales now coming through online delivery platforms, operators are walking a fine line between growth and profitability. And…
What an 18-Month ‘Survival Window’ Means for India’s Café Market
Industry estimates peg the standalone coffee shops market at USD 424–440 million in 2025, with high double-digit growth forecasts over the next decade


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From Rapid Expansion to Real Profits
Most restaurants operate on net margins of just 3–6%, while casual and full-service formats face high labour, rent, and food costs. Even QSRs…
Why Diners Are Choosing Comfort Over Complexity
As per Swiggy 2025 report, Biryani led orders with about 93 million orders, followed by burgers (44.2 million), pizzas (40.1 million), and even…
Budget 2026 Boosts Tourism, Hospitality Awaits Policy Clarity
The budget’s emphasis on connectivity, regional development and tourism infrastructure is expected to unlock demand in emerging markets beyond major…
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  • Feb 02, 2026 / 7 MIN READ


How Smaller Menus Drive Profit and Business
This isn’t just a fad; it’s a strategic response to some of the toughest challenges the industry has faced in decades. In cities like Mumbai, Pune,…
From Buffets to Bespoke
This shift is reflected in strong growth where contract catering is projected to reach $4.25B by 2033, wedding catering $28.63B by 2032, inflight…
Why Cuisine-Led Focus is Working for Indian Restaurants
As margins tighten and diners become more deliberate, operators are finding that focused menus and clear cuisine identities offer stronger control,…
5 Big Ideas Shaping Indian Restaurants: Insights from Restaurant India 2026 – Hyderabad
The Hyderabad edition reaffirmed a powerful truth: the future belongs to brands that innovate with relevance, scale with discipline, embrace…
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  • Jan 21, 2026 / 8 MIN READ
How Restaurants Are Redefining Scale in 2026
As per the reports, 1,000-2,000 restaurants open every month in India, but also there is a large number of closures due to high costs and competition…
India’s Dessert Boom: From After-Meal Treat to All-Day Craving
As consumption becomes more intentional, desserts are no longer a secondary offering. In many cafés today, they are increasingly the primary reason…
How Storytelling is Redefining the On-Property Experience
When storytelling becomes an operational philosophy instead of a marketing add-on, each interaction gives guest a memorable experience.
Indianised Chinese restaurant chain Chinese Wok expands to 31 outlets
Chinese Wok is planning to launch 300 stores over the next three years.
Reliance to now foray into restaurant biz with Armani eatery
The Mukesh Ambani-owned company will be spearheading its food business in collaboration with Emporio Armani.
From Rustic to Modern: How This Hyderabad Restaurateur has Changed the Face of Dining in the City
If your brand is not growing, broken, don't fix it.
  • By - Nusra
  • Dec 11, 2023 / 4 MIN READ
World Food Day: 6 Key Learnings from Top Restaurateurs to Incorporate in your Biz
Embracing these principles not only elevates one's brand but also paves the way for long-term success in a competitive and dynamic market.
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  • Oct 16, 2023 / 7 MIN READ
8 Key Strategies for Restaurants by Merrill Pereyra, MD, Pizza Hut India
According to Pizza Hut India Sub Continent, Managing Director, Merrill Pereyra, the importance of the three Cs: Consistency, Convenience, and…
India's QSR Giants Adapt Amidst Local Competition
Local competition is undeniably a significant factor in the evolving QSR landscape in India. Smaller, local brands have successfully tapped into the…
The Unconventional Strategy behind India's Priciest Dining Addresses
A recent survey of high street retail locations in India reveals that Delhi's Khan Market commands the highest rents, ranging from INR 1,000 to…
24x7 Operations by Restaurants in Haryana will Work Wonders for the Nightlife Sector Believe Restaurateurs
While longer operating hours can stimulate the nightlife, it's essential to address safety and security concerns along with additional service…
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  • Jul 05, 2023 / 5 MIN READ
How Restaurants are Overcoming Operational Challenges
From online ordering, getting the food delivered at home to contactless payment and adoption of technologies like ChatGPT and AI in restaurant…
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  • Jun 26, 2023 / 6 MIN READ
Are Restaurants Ready for Specially-abled Employees
Before starting the process of training, a detailed role mapping exercise is generally done to understand the roles that these employees can take up.