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CAARA Wafts Aroma Of Success
Ambika Seth comes across as a new-age businesswoman.
Aroma Of Waffles
Waffles which, till a couple of years ago, were a rarity, have today become popular in several restaurants.
Drinks Trends
The continuous upsurge in economy has seen major socio-economic changes in India since last decade. This has impacted the growth of food & beverage industry too. Since consumer has become economically stronger, exposed and much aware, the industry is observing changes in consumption patterns of consumers. This has also contributed significantly to the growth of Indian beverage industry.
Trendy Concepts
It is a commonly known fact that burgers, pizzas and sandwiches are popular across several pockets of urban India.
Soul Stirring Seafood
India’s coastal areas are known for their serene beaches and sumptuous seafood. Seafood, for an Indian connoisseur of food, does not comprise only of fish – though we have some exotic species – but of various other crustaceans like crabs, lobsters, prawns, etc. Compared to red meat – and even chicken – seafood is not only tastier but also more healthy. Recipes of seafood cooked with special Indian spices and herbs have proved popular not only with Indians but even foreign tourists. Ashok Malkani takes a look at the health benefits of seafood and the cuisines which make it one of the most cherished victuals. The desire of the diners for something “different” has also made the chefs try innovative and imaginative recipes with exotic spices.
Diverse And Delectable Platter At Imagica
Veeraj Shenoy, the Vice President, F&B and Retail Merchandise of the Imagica theme park comes across as a dynamic but unassuming professional. He is leading the F&B operations at the Imagica theme park, located in Khopoli, near Lonavala.
A Feast For All Senses!
Capital Kitchen - Taj Palace, New Delhi
Truly Versatile!
Awadesh Jha, Food and Beverage Manager, Novotel Guwahati GS Road.
Timeless Tastes Of Indian Cuisine
Indian cuisine is not a homogenous entity. It has a wide variety of cuisines within its ambit. The wide ranging Indian cuisine, which encompasses a vast range of dishes, largely due to India’s rich history, and awesome geographical and cultural diversity, are marked by creative use of spices and herbs. With every region of India having its own cuisine, our country perhaps serves the most diverse culinary experience in the whole world.Ashok Malkani finds that some of the Indian dishes have not only acquired nationwide fame but have also become popular with international guests. He examines the wonderful regional dishes of the different regions of India. He also explores some of the popular Indian desserts.
Plating The Tastes And Flavours
It is being widely believed that people eat with their eyes first. Unlike most popular notions, this actually may be true! We know for sure that if a dish is not appealing to eyes, in many cases it would not induce us to partake that dish.
The Wafting Aroma From Japan
Japanese cuisine represents gastronomical delights with a bountiful of regional and seasonal fresh preparations.
Hygiene Solutions For Bakeries
These days, to establish a successful bakery business, it is crucial to ensure hygiene in all layers of production, distribution and retailing. And this is possible only when food handlers involved in the bakery supply chain are adequately trained.
The Coffee Cafe Culture: Growth And Challenges
Actor, DJ, musician and all-round righteous badass, Idris Elba makes doing everything look easy. As The Jungle Book, in which he plays tiger Shere Khan, opens in cinemas, he tells Olly Richards about the secrets to his success.
Blend it Like Brewbot
Surrender your inhibitions, and Brewbot Mumbai will conquer the world of senses to please your palate with the perfect pairing of craft beer and food
Our Trendy Dining Preferences
It is said, ‘engaging with food is an art of engaging with the world’ .
The Roll With A Hole
Bagel is one of the many products of western origin which is gaining currency in the Indian market.
NRA Show 2017: Driving Growth Through Innovation
Exciting new technology, breakthrough food and beverage products and tech-savvy startups highlighted the importance of innovation at NRA Show 2017, the international foodservice marketplace
India Has One Of The Fastest Growing Chocolate Markets
While the global chocolate confectionery market posts slow growth, new research from global market intelligence agency Mintel reveals that India is defying the odds. Indeed, India now has one of the world’s fastest growing chocolate confectionery markets.
Attaining Enduring Customer Satisfaction
Restaurant business has become one of the most profitable businesses in the world and that is one of the reasons why several entrepreneurs are keen to explore it. But one has to remember that customer satisfaction is one of the most important aspects for a profitable venture and eating out places have to satisfy the diners on several fronts. The restaurateur has to not only satiate the customers’ diversified palates but also requires to satisfy them on several other issues like service, ambience, décor, etc. Ashok Malkani tries to find out the several facets which need to be adhered to by the restaurants to get enduringly satisfied customers.
Choosing The Right Tableware
Tableware comprises the dishes or dishware, which are used for setting table, serving food & beverages and for dining. Its wide ambit includes cutlery, glassware, serving dishes and other useful items. Tableware has utilitarian and as well as cosmetic appeal for the guests.
The Ideal Partying Destination
Recently, I went to the re-launch of Kinbuck 2, a classy casual dining restaurant cum bar in Connaught Place, which happened on 10th May of this year. I was fortunate to have the nationally renowned car rally driver Bani Yadav accompanying me, who kindly accepted my invitation, to my pleasant surprise.
The Haven for Party Lovers
Classy food & beverage outlets doubling up as partying destinations happens to be an emerging urban trend of our fast evolving food services industry.
A Refreshing Take on Casual Asian Dining
It is trendy, it is chic, it is a fresh take on the Asian dining.
A Very Common Super Fruit
Guava is a delicious, highly nutritious and tropical fruit whose cultivation is done across several tropical and subtropical regions, up to 1500 m above mean sea level.
Be Clean, Green and Extra Attentive
Restaurant business is quite exciting and creative, and it has good potential of earning handsome profits. But starting a restaurant requires careful planning, if you want to make it a success. One of the important aspects of restaurant business is maintaining a high degree of cleanliness and hygiene. Impeccable hygiene may not in itself be able to attract guests to a given restaurant, but its absence may lead to huge loss of guest footfalls in the said restaurant. Maintenance of restaurant hygiene is, however, an arduous task, often requiring continual vigil. Here Ashok Malkani takes a look at the role cleanliness plays in the restaurant operations, besides exploring the importance of giving adequate attention to the repeat guests at the restaurants.
inducing appetite with style
India's Wines Growing Love for
Changing tastes of Indians in their drinking preferences has resulted in changing fortunes of the Indian wine industry.
Catering to Success
The fast evolving Indian F&B industry offers opportunities galore for aspiring entrepreneurs. From farm to fork, it provides you various business options to suit your tastes and desires. You could become the supplier of raw materials or ingredients or venture into the field of satiating the appetites of folks by becoming a restaurateur, or a caterer for private parties. Events like weddings, birthdays, anniversaries or festive occasions like Durga Puja and Navratri all offer ample scope for caterers. Here Ashok Malkani suggests on how one can successfully enter the catering business in India and also run it successfully.
Guided by Passion and Vision
Umang Tewari is a restaurateur spurred by ambitious vision, which he feeds with his mammoth endeavours.
Evolution Of Fusion Cuisine
Though purists may criticise fusion food for compromising traditions there is little doubt that it is ubiquitous all over the globe. Fusion cuisine is not only becoming a rage in restaurant storefronts, but also in food trucks. It is noted that some classic foods are also joining the mix-and-match party. The popularity of this cuisine could be due to the freshness of ingredients, the unique uses of spices in Asian cuisine, or the creative introduction of new elements. Most fusion dishes incorporate familiar elements, which appeal to the human love of the familiar and the affection for comfort food. Ashok Malkani views the Fusion food scenario and finds that joining together of different cultural influences remains a major part of the culinary scene today.Though purists may criticise fusion food for compromising traditions there is little doubt that it is ubiquitous all over the globe. Fusion cuisine is not only becoming a rage in restaurant storefronts, but also in food trucks. It is noted that some classic foods are also joining the mix-and-match party. The popularity of this cuisine could be due to the freshness of ingredients, the unique uses of spices in Asian cuisine, or the creative introduction of new elements. Most fusion dishes incorporate familiar elements, which appeal to the human love of the familiar and the affection for comfort food. Ashok Malkani views the Fusion food scenario and finds that joining together of different cultural influences remains a major part of the culinary scene today.