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.
How Pop-Up Restaurants are Redefining India’s Culinary Landscape
From experimental kitchens and chef collaborations to best bar takeovers and themed dining concepts, pop-ups are allowing restaurants and hospitality…
Rising Fresh: How In-House Bakeries Are Reshaping India’s Café Culture
The Indian bakery market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.12% from 2025 to 2033, reaching a projected value of USD 31.5 billion by 2033. Around 45-…
4 Key Biz Strategy you should Focus to Expand your Restaurant
With the industry projected to directly employ nearly 10.3 million people by 2028, it's clear that the sector is experiencing rapid growth.
World Burger Day: How ‘Cheesy’ is the Burger Biz in India
Today, brands expect nearly 50% of their revenue to come from a mix of dine-ins and deliveries. The market size is estimated at ₹2,500 crore and…
Green Plates: How Hotels Can Reduce Single-Use Plastics in Food Service
The most impactful solution is often the simplest: replace disposable items with reusable alternatives.
Scaling with Variety: The Rise of Multi-Brand Restaurants in India
Around 40-50% of restaurant brands in India are multi-brand restaurants who have successfully opened different brands in various locations.
Rooted in Tradition: What Authenticity Means to Food
Around 70-80% of the restaurant brands focus on authenticity in food as that defines the brand.
The Kiosk Revolution: Low Investment, High Returns & Footfall
Around 25-40% of the top brands are working kiosks model which proves that this model works exceptional in high-footfall environments.
It’s not just a Beverage—it’s a Moment: How Beverage has Got a Spotlight in Restaurant Menu
Around 60-70 per cent of Restaurant and bar guests now lean toward seasonal or concept-based menus.
  • By - Nusra
  • May 12, 2025 / 7 MIN READ
How Restaurants are Retaining the New Age Staffs
Around 50-60% of the restaurants believe in retaining the staffs as it makes the job easier for them, rather than training a new employee from the…