Cloud kitchens, QSRs better placed amid gas shortage

FAST-FOOD CHAINS AND cloud kitchens are likely to be less affected by the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) shortage than traditional dine-in restaurants, as their operating models allow greater flexibility in cooking equipment and fuel use.

- YARUQHULLAH KHAN & ANEES HUSSAIN

Cloud kitchens require limited cooking infrastructure and can also rely on domestic LPG cylinders as many operate from residential neighbourhoods.

“Cloud kitchens can run on basic equipment such as gas burners or electric appliances, and being located in residential areas means they may still access domestic cylinders even if deliveries are delayed,’ said Naveen Gupta, owner of Nathu’s Sweets.