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…
  • By - Nusra
  • 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…
  • By - Nusra
  • 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.
Can we see investments coming in restaurant industry post covid?
Restaurant businesses are cash-generating business and add immense value to a value PE/VC investors portfolio & balance sheet, however, post-…
Cloud-kitchen brands woo investors; attracts funding to expand businesses
With no physical presence, less commercial involvement and working as an internet restaurant wherein you can get the food delivered at the comfort of…
  • By - Nusra
  • Aug 07, 2021 / 7 MIN READ
Devyani International IPO opens tomorrow: 7 reasons why you should take a slice of it
"The QSR channel is continuously growing in India with rise in literacy, disposable income, global exposure, easy availability of things and…
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  • Aug 03, 2021 / 6 MIN READ
Restaurant timing to get extended in Mumbai, Pune restaurant body requests for the same relaxations
"Our main business is in the evening. Dining hours in the restaurants should be extended in the evening," added Shetty by pointing that the…
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  • Jul 30, 2021 / 3 MIN READ
Chain vs Independent restaurants: who are in dire need of Govt intervention?
According to the industry experts, restaurant and bar workers have lost an estimated 2.3 million jobs, and, looking at the most recent projections,…
As tourists spike, restaurants happy to welcome guests again
President of Hotel and Restaurant Association Nainital, Dinesh Shah said, "Tourism is a source of employment and livelihood for lakhs of people…
The Meat and Seafood Business have Become a Lucrative Venture for Startups
According to a report, the Indian meat industry is estimated at US$ 31billion and is growing at a CAGR of 20% and is expected to reach US$ 65 billion…
Luckin Coffee to Enter in India: Here's How This Chinese Coffee Chain is Making Big in China
Nasdaq listed Luckin Coffee is giving a tough competition to Starbucks in China by aggressive expansion and low coffee prices
Here's What the Hospitality Sector is Expecting From the Upcoming Budget
the GST rate cut a few months back, which served as a big relief to the hospitality sector, but let's talk about the specific requirements
Top Growth Strategies from Up-and-coming Power Players
A restaurant owner need to focus on unit level and break down the cost structure reach individual brand and outlet and ensure that they are churning…
  • By - Nusra
  • Oct 01, 2019 / 5 MIN READ