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Trimex Foods Brings Panda Express to India with ₹400 Crore Investment
TRIMEX FOODS PVT. LTD., one of India's leading multi-brand restaurant operators, has secured the exclusive franchise rights to bring Panda Express to India.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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NO TRAINING, NO RULES Inside Chef Javier Rodríguez’s Free-Form Fine Dining Universe
From a small town in Argentina to shaping one of Córdoba’s most distinctive dining scenes, Chef Javier Rodríguez’s journey is anything but conventional. With no formal culinary lineage, his style is driven by instinct, creativity, and a deep respect for ingredients. Today, he helms a diverse portfolio including El Papagayo, Standard69, El Papagayo Petit, amongst others. During his recent India visit, he speaks to Vijetha Iyer. Excerpts:
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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How Taproom Culture is Shaping Premium Beer Consumption in India
India’s craft beer segment is entering a more defined phase of growth, where premiumisation is being driven not just by product, but by experience.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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THE RESTAURANT-RETAIL BLEND
The thin line between restaurants and retail is rapidly fading. What was once a clear divide, restaurants serving meals and retailers selling products has evolved into a more integrated food ecosystem.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Daryaganj Launches 150+ Seater 'Gold' Format in Aerocity
DARYAGANJ RESTAURANTS has expanded its presence in Aerocity with the launch of a second outlet, introducing a new premium format under the name Daryaganj Gold at GMR Square.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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4 TRENDS RESHAPING HOTEL KITCHENS
The modern kitchen is no longer just about fire, flavour, and finesse, it is rapidly becoming a space where technology, data, and human intuition intersect.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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BEYOND DRINKS The New Biz of Bar Food
For decades, bar food in India remained an afterthought-simple, predictable, and designed merely to accompany alcohol. Today, that has changed dramatically.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Marriott Brings Autograph Collection to India with NoorMahal Launch, Adds 19th Brand to Portfolio
Hotels, part of Marriott International, has entered the Indian market with the launch of NoorMahal, Delhi NCR Karnal, Autograph Collection Hotels.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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THE NEW INDIA DINING STORY
The Indian dining industry is at a defining inflection point—where food is no longer the hero alone, but part of a much larger, richer narrative.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Jubilant FoodWorks to Exit Dunkin' India Franchise by 2026
JUBILANT FOODWORKS is preparing to exit its association with Dunkin' in India, with the franchise agreement set to expire on 31 December 2026.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Farzi Café CyberHub Reopens After 4-Month Revamp with New Strategy
FARZI CAFÉ has reopened its CyberHub outlet following a four-month refurbishment, marking a reset in its positioning as competition intensifies in the premium casual dining segment.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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FROM TASTE TO TREND THE NEW VALUE OF DINING
Dining is now part of the ‘entertainment economy,’ where food is only one component of a larger and immersive experience.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Paul Bakery Strengthens Its Presence in India
FRENCH BAKERY-CAFÉ chain PAUL has strengthened its presence in India with the opening of a new outlet at Unity One Elegante Mall.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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THE NEW ROYAL TABLE How Indian Fine Dining Claimed Its Place in Global Luxury
For decades, Indian cuisine in global markets was boxed into one familiar image, comfort food, curry houses, and casual dining.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Little Caesars Launches ChatGPT Ordering Integration to Transform Pizza Ordering Experience
LITTLE CAESARS, one of the world's largest pizza brands, is now offering consumers the opportunity to order Little Caesars pizza using ChatGPT and functionality from the Little Caesars app.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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WHAT INVESTORS REALLY LOOK FOR IN A RESTAURANT BRAND
As India's food and beverage sector continues its rapid evolution, the question of what makes a restaurant brand truly investible has become more nuanced than ever.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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The St. Regis Goa Resort Appoints Culinary Visionary Rohit Chadha as Executive Chef
THE ST. REGIS GOA RESORT has appointed Rohit Chadha as its new Executive Chef.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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SANJAY ANAND AND THE MAKING OF MADHU'S LEGACY
The story of Madhu’s does not begin in London, but in Nairobi in 1935, where Bishan Das Anand, the grandfather of Sanjay Anand, first started a catering business that would lay the foundation for a multi-generational hospitality legacy. Decades later, that legacy would travel across continents through migration, resilience and reinvention, eventually reshaping how Indian hospitality is seen in Britain.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Blue Tokai Raises Rs 175 Crore in Series D Extension, Valuation Hits $235 Million
BLUE TOKAI COFFEE Roasters is raising Rs 175 crore ($19 million) as part of an extension to its Series D funding round, with Anicut Capital leading the investment and participation from A91 Emerging Fund, Verlinvest, 12 Flags, and other investors.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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BEYOND FUSION THE MIZU WAY
From a childhood dream at 12 to co-founding one of Mumbai's most distinctive Japanese dining destinations, Chef Lakhan Jethani’s journey is rooted in passion, resilience, and creative vision.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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THE MORNING SHIFT HOW BREAKFAST BECAME BIG BUSINESS
India’s restaurant industry is seeing a strong rise in breakfast and brunch culture, turning mornings into a major revenue-driving dining occasion.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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WHY TRAVEL IS THE NEW RESTAURANT STRATEGY
Travel has quietly rewritten the rules of the restaurant industry. It’s no longer just a source of inspiration; it has become a way of thinking.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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SMALL PLATES, BIG IMPACT
For years, India’s dining scene has been shaped by global menus and familiar formats. But today, local cuisine is driving the growth.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Si Nonna's Opens New Outlet in Connaught Place, Delhi
SI NONNA'S has expanded its presence in the capital with the launch of a new outlet in Connaught Place, marking a key milestone in its Delhi NCR growth strategy.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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FROM WASTE TO WEALTH
For years, food waste in hospitality was seen as an environmental issue. In reality, it's a major hidden profit leak eroding margins and inflating costs.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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How Table Placement Shapes Spending in Indian Restaurants
In India’s fast-changing dining landscape, what a customer orders isn’t driven by the menu alone, it’s shaped by where they sit.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Aditya Birla New Age Hospitality Launches Cincin in Gurugram
ADITYA BIRLA NEW AGE Hospitality has introduced its Italian restaurant brand CinCin in Gurugram, marking the brand's next phase of expansion in India.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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The World on India's Plate
There was a time when Indian food abroad was reduced to a single narrative curry houses, comfort meals, and familiar staples designed largely for immigrant nostalgia.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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GREENER PLATES, SMARTER MENUS
The restaurant industry is undergoing a major transformation as sustainability becomes a key priority for both businesses and consumers.
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May-July 2026 (Restaurateur)
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Nikhil Bhaskaran Appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune
THE RITZ-CARLTON, Pune has appointed Nikhil Bhaskaran as Director of Food & Beverage.
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