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Bakery Review
Antarctica Equipment Introduces FPG Inline Barista Smart Milk Storage for Smarter Cafés
Antarctica Equipment has launched the FPG Inline Barista, a purpose-built milk storage cabinet designed to streamline café workflows and enhance barista comfort.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
It Takes Coffee to Wake up Your Taste Buds
Coffee consumption has been increasing over the years. It is no more an invitation for a cup of tea, but a cup of coffee - particularly among the young and young-at-heart. A recent BBC report indicated that over 44% of the Indian population included coffee in their daily routine. While tea still remains a dominant beverage in India, coffee is steadily becoming the preferred drink with the younger population, Ashok Malkani takes a look at the growing coffee scenario in the country and how technology and automation have helped in the evolution of coffee in the country.
10+ min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
The Business of Baking
Bakery products have always been popular. From cakes and cookies to buns and bread. Special occasions have always been celebrated with cakes. And breads have been a staple food for breakfast and even, at times, for lunch or dinner. The market for bakery products has always been rising. According to IMARC the Indian bakery market reached $ 13.8 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $31.5 billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate of 9.12% during 2025-2033. The increasing demand for bakery products, especially after the pandemic, is making several enterprisers plan on venturing into bakery business. Ashok Malkani views the various aspects of bakery business and delves on some of the traits for making the business a successful venture.
10 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Godrej Unveils 8th Edition of Godrej Food Trends Report 2025
Celebrating Seasonality, Sustainability, and Sensory Storytelling in Food Mumbai witnessed a sensory celebration of Indian culinary heritage as Godrej Industries officially launched the 8th edition of the Godrej Food Trends Report (GFTR) 2025 on 16th March at a special event.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Hot Trends in Wedding Cakes!
One of the most significant trends in the bakery industry is the rise of elaborate wedding cakes to mark memorable celebrations.
4 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Matcha A Green Tea Revolution in Baking
A Green Tea Revolution in Baking
6 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Whipping up more with every pack. Performance you can taste
Anchor Extra Whip Whipping Cream is the go-to solution for professional chefs and bakers seeking superior performance and consistency.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Third Wave Coffee Unveils Summer Collection
Third Wave Coffee has launched its limited-time summer menu featuring a range of refreshing beverages and desserts.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
First Coffee Brews Big with 10 Outlets
First Coffee fuses both - delivering fast, consistent, and superior-quality coffee tailored for the modern, on-the-move lifestyle.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
“More Than a Cup: Beverage Pricing is a Business Art”
In India’s beverage economy, pricing is no longer a decision made at the tail-end of production, it is the cornerstone of strategy, the pulse of perception, and often the first brief issued to a concept before the beans are roasted or the teapots even warm.
6 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Yummy Bee Unveils Asli Mango 2.0 – Pure Mango Pleasure!
Yummy Bee, India’s first café chain dedicated to offering guilt-free indulgence, is proud to launch its much-anticipated Asli Mango 2.0 collection.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
“I am always eager to learn, grow, and keep myself updated with the latest market trends”
A seasoned hospitality professional with a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality and Tourism, chef Akash Deep is passionate about learning and keeping pace with market trends.
3 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Puffzyme - Revolutionizing Puff & Khari Production
Puffzyme by Stern Ingredients India is a game-changing enzymatic improver designed specifically for laminated dough applications such as puff pastry and khari.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Kwality Wall's Unveils 'The Dairy Factory'
In a game-changing move to diversify its offerings, legacy brand Kwality Wall's has launched The Dairy Factory, a range of slow-churned ice creams for elevating the at-home ice cream experience.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Le Café by L'Opéra Opens at Le Marché, Delhi
L'Opéra, the benchmark for French bakery and pastry excellence in India, has launched Le Café-a thoughtfully curated café experience now open inside Le Marché, Delhi's longstanding gourmet destination.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Costa Coffee Eyes India Among Top 5 Global Markets
British coffeehouse giant Costa Coffee, owned by beverage major Coca-Cola, is significantly strengthening its footprint in India with the ambition to position the country among its top five global markets.
1 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Kitchen Flame to National Fame: Chef Damu Honoured with Padma Shri
When you think of Tamil cuisine presented with charisma, depth, and dignity on a national platform, one name immediately comes to mind: CheF Damu. Dr. K. Damodharan, popularly known as Chef Damu, currently serving as the President of the South India Chefs Association (SICA), has been recently awarded the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honours, for his outstanding contribution in the field of culinary arts.
2 min |
April - May 2025
Bakery Review
Scandalous Foods Partners with Zepto Café
Scandalous Foods, a leading B2B innovator in Indian sweets for the restaurant and catering industry, has announced an exciting partnership with Zepto Café, marking a new milestone in making traditional Indian mithais more accessible than ever.
1 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
The Art of Pizza
Authentic Italian Pizza can only be made in traditional oven offering the right process and temperature to create a perfect pizza.
1 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
Bakery Trends 2025
From low sugar, customised cakes to eco-friendly options and offbeat ingredients, bakery industry is poised to strike a balance between taste, flavours and healthy quotient. We talk to experts in the industry and find out their thoughts on what is trending in bakery this year.
4 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
"I Am Driven by Consistency, Creativity and Passion"
With 14 years of experience as a Bakery and Pastry Chef Jugol is a passionate culinary artist specializing in crafting custom cakes, pastries, and breads for special occasions. Currently serving at The Astor Goa Hotel in Candolim, he is a hardworking and self-motivated professional with a certified diploma in Bakery and Pastry. Known for developing creative menus and delivering exceptional culinary experiences, he has a proven track record of success in pastry arts and bread baking while staying up to date with the latest culinary trends. In an exclusive interview with Sharmila Chand, he talks about his work philosophy and more.
3 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
McDonald's India goes K-Style
If K-Pop, K-dramas, and K-Beauty have captured hearts across India, it's time for K-Food to take over the taste buds! McDonald's India (West & South), owned and operated by Westlife Foodworld, is introducing a Limited-Time Korean Range of Burgers, Sides and Beverages, bringing the bold and irresistible flavours of Korea to McDonald's India.
1 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
Have Pizza with Pizazz
Mention Pizza and you set mouths drooling, irrespective of age and gender. Like someone commented: Pizza is love at first bite! Yes, the only thing better than pizza is another pizza! This Italian fast-food has become extremely popular in India. And, with the country's zest for converting different cuisines to satisfy Indian tastes and palette, there have been several Indian twists to Pizza too! In fact, some of the twists, it is believed, are being adopted by other countries too! Ashok Malkani views the history of this delicacy, its entry in the country, the Indian Pizza scenario and what are the new twists that are likely to occur in the near future.
10+ min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
Assagao, a New Destination
7@Assagao, a stylish accessible all-day casual dining restaurant and bakery, offers a variety of bakes, brews and grills made from only the freshest local ingredients.
1 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
Netherlands Based YOYO! Fresh Tea Bar Arrives in India
YOYO! Fresh Tea Bar, the internationally renowned and innovative tea pioneer from the Netherlands, has launched its first outlet in India, choosing Bangalore as the perfect gateway to a nation rich in tea tradition.
2 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
Pain de Campagne
A Bread of Substance
5 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
Burger King India Celebrates 500+ Restaurants
Launched in November 2014, Burger King India, one of the country's fastest-growing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) chains, celebrates a major milestone by crossing 500+ restaurants nationwide.
1 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
Venturing into VADP
India's dairy industry is undergoing a constant transformation. Value Added Dairy Products (VADP) are gaining significant traction among the consumers, who are becoming increasingly conscious of their diet and health. Due to growing urbanization, increasing disposable income and health consciousness, the demand for convenient, nutritious and premium quality dairy products is increasing, evincing the interest of enterprising entrepreneurs to enter into the VADP segment of the dairy industry. Ashok Malkani views the market demand for the products and discusses the various aspects of the industry
9 min |
February - March 2025
Bakery Review
IICA Student Shines on Global Stage
In collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) of Japan, The International Institute of Culinary Arts (ICA), New Delhi was presented with an opportunity, inviting non-Japanese chefs from around the world to apply for a fully funded training program in Japan.
1 min |
December-January 2025
Bakery Review
'The Dessert Collection' by Baileys x SMOOR
Diageo India, one of the country's leading alcobeverage company in partnership with SMOOR India's premier luxury confectionery brand, unveils The Dessert Collection by Baileys x SMOOR, launched exclusively across SMOOR's world-class Chocolate Lounges, Signature Chocolate Studios, boutiques and retail outlets.
1 min |