Delhi all set to welcome new take on Modern Indian dishes with 'Amaltas'

Transforming the way the city experiences vegetarian pizza, Pomodoro Pizza Co., a cloud kitchen enters Bengaluru market to innovate vegetarian cuisine. 

Founded by Dhruv Talera and Aayush Kothari, Pomodoro brings the timeless craft of Neapolitan pizza-making through a contemporary lens, alongside delectable choices of appetisers, salads and beverages. 

Designed to cater to night owls and after-event dinners, Pomodoro serves gourmet pizza starting from 4 PM to 3 AM (every Tuesday to Sunday). 

At the heart of Pomodoro’s menu is its artisanal high-hydration dough, carefully crafted to achieve a perfect balance of lightness and chew, providing a base that enhances each topping. Every ingredient is thoughtfully selected for its flavour, from Pulled King Oyster Mushrooms to the fiery Bhut Jolokia Chilli, ensuring every bite delivers a delightful blend of flavours. 

The menu also includes crowd-pleasing appetisers like Black Rice & Mozzarella Arancini, and Jalapeño Poppers, with refreshing beverages like the Mango Mule and Classic Lemon Iced Tea to complement any meal options.

“We are committed to growth without compromise. Every customer, whether they dine with us today or discover us tomorrow, deserves the same exceptional quality. That’s the heart of what we do. At Pomodoro, growth isn't just about expanding our reach or adding new offerings; it's about ensuring that our core values remain intact as we evolve. Every ingredient we use, every pizza we craft, and every interaction we have is driven by the same high standards.” said Aayush Kothari, Co-Founder and Business & Operations Lead. 

At the heart of the menu is Pomodoro’s signature Chef Pomo Sauce. This sauce serves as the foundation of Pomodoro’s innovative creations and balances bold flavours with a hint of sweetness and just the right touch of acidity. 
 

Hauz Khas in Delhi has got a new address for customers to try Italian cuisine, ‘Trattoria Hugo’.

Hugo is the story of two cousins, Prateek and Rachit, a story that travels through the cobblestone streets in the interiors of the Italian countryside, a place the brothers would visit for business other than ‘food’ but they always found themselves unwinding over a spectacular culinary adventure at every trip they made. 

Hugo as a concept took shape in October 2023 and has come to fruition in April 2024. A chef centric space that aspires to be dynamic in a way that allows the kitchen to be in a constant state of creation and development of new dishes. 

The menu has been designed exclusively by the partners, Prateek and Rachit along with the in-house chefs at Hugo. The brand showcases classics done like an Italian Nonna, Chicken Parmigiana, Meatballs in Bisque and the eternally decadent Brioche Bun Lobster Rolls & Fried Chicken Rolls. The most unique selling point here lies in the synergy of good coffee, good food, good prices, all in one gorgeous bistro.

Bengaluru-based Uncle Peter's Pancakes has announced the opening of its second upscale café located in Kormangala, Bengaluru. 

Building on their success, the brand currently operates 10 outlets in Bengaluru and is determined to broaden its reach by launching more than 60 stores across India in this year.

Started by Sundeep and Akashdeep who wish to create a distinctive food brand that revolves around a single product in many flavours and variations. 

“We are constantly exploring new varieties that incorporate local flavours and fruits. We have also developed a range of eggless products specifically tailored to cater to the Indian market,” shared Akashdeep, Cofounder. 

Born in 2019 in Indira Nagar, Bengaluru, Uncle Peter’s Pancakes has blossomed into a thriving chain of over 40 outlets across fifteen cities. From Bengaluru to Gurugram, Chennai to Lucknow, Kolkata to Indore, Ahmedabad to Pondicherry, and even Goa, this amber-yellow-hued cafe has captivated pancake enthusiasts, selling over 2000 pancakes daily. 

Uncle Peter’s Pancakes aspires to bring the essence of traditional Western delight to the Indian setting, fostering an authentic celebration of culinary artistry that forms an emotional connection with its diners.

Exciting times lie ahead for Uncle Peter’s Pancakes as they unveil plans for expansion in the Delhi NCR region. Fuelled by a deep-rooted desire to bring the joy of pancakes to every Indian home, Uncle Peter’s Pancakes is on a rapid growth trajectory, with a vision to establish over 200 stores across India within the next three years.

The Melt Bake House, a modern bakery and coffee shop, is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest store in Basant Lok Market, Vasant Vihar. 

With a commitment to delivering exceptional taste, meticulous craftsmanship, and a personalized coffee experience, Melt Bake House has created a name for itself with their first outlet in Saket. 

It also aims to carve a distinct presence in the saturated dessert and coffee market.

"We are thrilled to bring Melt Bake House's unique bakery and coffee experience to Basant Lok Market, Vasant Vihar. Our aim is to create a space where familiar flavors meet innovation, where every bite and sip evokes nostalgia and delight,” shared Rohit Beniwal, Co-Founder of Moonshot Foodworks Pvt Ltd.

The menu at Melt Bake House showcases a select range of offerings, including their signature thick, chunky, and center-filled New York style cookies, layer cakes, cupcakes, stuffed croissant buns, and Detroit style pizza slices. The brand prides itself on a clear focus on a relatively narrow but carefully curated selection. The menu also caters to special dietary needs with gluten-free and vegan choices. Each item promises generous portions and an incredibly delicious taste, reflecting the brand's commitment to delivering the finest bakery products.

“At Melt Bake House, we take immense pride in our artisanal products and meticulous processes. Our goal is to deliver not just delicious taste, but also a sense of joy and nostalgia through each creation. We can't wait to share our delightful treats with the community,” added Executive Chef Shubhi Kumar.

Melt Bakehouse is a contemporary bakery and coffee shop that aims to create a nostalgic and dedicated experience with their artisanal products, leaving customers happy and coming back for more. 
 

Brews & Blends has opened its 2nd Café in Hyderabad at Whitefields, Kondapur. 

Established in 2017, Brews & Blends is known for high-quality, handcrafted beverages offering the beverage connoisseurs in the country a popular choice for tea and coffee lovers in India with the 1st Café at iconic T-Hub.

The brand launched its 2nd Café with the combination of Brewing and Blending, great food for giving an everlasting gastronomic impression to the guests.

“Encouraged by the wonderful response to our experience centre @ T-Hub and the inspiration from my mentor Mr. Jayesh Rangan and guide Mr. Srinivas Rao Mahankali, we are delighted to launch the 2nd Brews & Blend Café at Hyderabad. This Café will have our own elaborate range of Brews for tea and coffee and a wider choice in the menu to accentuate your tastebuds,” shared Vidyalatha Vallabhaneni, Founder of Brews & Blends.

The freshest ingredients are chosen from their natural habitat from the local farms and processed in the state of art production facilities to ensure the best possible brews are available to the beverage connoisseurs with appropriately paired delicacies in the menu.

The chic café offers pleasing interiors to elevate the experience of the guests.  The Café is adorned with ‘The Stage’ to host live performances, stand-up shows, office get-togethers, parties and casual meetings. Their ambience is suitable for every occasion including friendly get-togethers, family gatherings, romantic date nights, and even serves as a delightful retreat for remote workers seeking solace.

“We are extremely excited to launch Brews & Blends Café in Hyderabad. We are constantly looking at provide the best teas and coffee along with the best continental food options to create excitement for our guests and patrons. We want our customers to get best quality and experience.  We are planning to open 2 more cafes in next 1 year,” added Naga Shankar, Co-Founder of Brews & Blends.

Cloud kitchen brand BoomBurger has opened its door for citizens at Andheri Lokhandwala, Andheri West, Mumbai.

BoomBurger's unique burgers are crafted using authentic, premium ingredients sourced from around the world to ensure that the flavors and essence of each dish are never lost.

The menu features classic burgers for the purists out there, inspired by some of the most famous burger joints in America, as well as burgers from left field, such as Boeuf Bourguignon, Masala Dosa, Thai Chicken Green Curry, Mushroom Alfredo, and Korean Fried Chicken. To complement the burgers, BoomBurger offers a variety of sides, including Boomfries, Boom Wings, K-Town Chicken Bites, Boom Sauce, Tomato Relish, and Sambar Mayo. The drinks menu features Pink Lemonade, Peach Iced Tea, and Lemon Iced Tea.

"We are thrilled to launch BoomBurger and offer our customers unique and delicious gourmet burgers at affordable prices. Our focus is always on quality, and we are excited to share our passion for food with our customers,” shared a representative of BoomBurger.

The brand is celebrating its launch by offering some exciting deals on Zomato. Customers can now avail of a buy 2 get 1 free offer and flat 30% off deals on their premium brand of gourmet burgers that celebrates iconic dishes from around the world.

Si Nonna's- India’s first exclusive Neapolitan sourdough pizzeria is high on expansion.

Having opened two outlets in a span of three months at Kamala Mills and Andheri, Si Nonna’s is ready to aggressively expand and fulfil their mission of making authentic Italian sourdough pizzas affordable and accessible to everyone in India.

What makes their pizzas unique is the fact that they are all made using a 500-year-old starter, which gives them that distinct aroma, fermented flavour and various health benefits.

"All over the world, sourdough pizzerias have replaced older traditional pizzerias primarily due to a shift in tastes, preferences and nutritional benefits. Our sourdough pizzas are allowing Indians to experience the authentic Italian taste in every bite with the added benefits of sourdough. Our endeavor is for Nonna’s to pioneer the sourdough revolution in India and give all Indians an opportunity to experience an authentic Neapolitan pizzeria that serves affordable food while delivering a stellar experience,” shared Ayush Jatia, Founder, Si Nonna’s.

Nonna’s emulates a typical Neapolitan pizzeria serving fried nibbles, salads, oven baked starters and most importantly, hand stretched Neapolitan pizzas and desserts. Nonna’s features three new pizzas on their Specials board every month and one of them is an exclusive Vegan pizza.

At present, the regular menu showcases some of their most-loved dishes, including the sourdough pizzas that are baked to perfection and served with a variety of toppings. Currently, nine different varieties of pizza, numbered from 1 to 9, are available.

Shifuku, a newly launched pan-Asian restaurant has open its door for customers in the heart of Andheri.

This vibrant establishment is committed to serving authentic dishes from various Asian cuisines while also offering their unique interpretations through fusion creations.

Founded by AmanSingh Deep and Monika Rathore, Shifuku aims to create a culinary experience that seamlessly transitions from a refreshing anytime vibe to an exciting night scene.

Spread across 4400 sqft, featuring both indoor and outdoor dining areas, the restaurant also boasts of a private dining area on the top floor, providing an exclusive setting for special occasions.

Shifuku departs from the traditional colour scheme typically associated with Asian restaurants, opting instead for a fresh and modern approach. The predominant colours used in the restaurant's design are pink, white, and beige, creating a perfect ambience for both day and night.

“We are thrilled to share the exciting news about the opening of our restaurant. Through Shifuku, our goal was to challenge the notion of traditional dark Asian establishments. Recognizing the lack of Asian venues offering a daytime ambience, we set out to create a unique culinary experience where patrons can indulge in both authentic and fusion Asian cuisine,” shared the founders.

Taking inspiration from the serene landscapes of Japan, Shifuku incorporates cherry blossoms and elements of Harisens (Japanese fans) throughout the restaurant. These beautiful decorative accents add a touch of elegance and cultural authenticity to the overall ambience. Moreover, the indoor roof of the restaurant is adorned with vintage art-inspired elements featuring flowers, birds, and trees, transporting guests to a beautiful evening in Japan. The outdoor dining area exudes a laid-back and easygoing energy, with cane furniture, hanging flower pots, and a captivating artwork on the wall known as "Noodle Man."

Chef Ritesh Tulsian, an expert consultant chef, meticulously crafted the menu for the restaurant, ensuring that the food is prepared to perfection.

To complement the culinary experience, Shifuku offers a selection of enchanting cocktails crafted by Sumit Yadav, the Head Mixologist.

Situated in the bustling streets of Pali Hill, Bandra, Jhelum is a new addition to the restaurant scene that promises to serve authentic, fresh, and delicious North Indian cuisine to Mumbai.

The restaurant is conceptualized and founded by Abhay Chhabra, who is also the founder of B52.

With an intimate capacity of 30 seats, the restaurant exudes a cosy, modern, and classy ambience. The interior design of Jhelum draws inspiration from the river's elements, incorporating hues of pink, brown, and blue.

“With the launch of Jhelum, we aim to create a distinctive culinary experience. Having already established two successful restaurants, our goal was to offer customers an authentic taste of Northern Indian cuisine, infused with modern flavours,” shared Chhabra.

Taking inspiration from the Jhelum River that originates in the Himalayas and runs through Kashmir to North Punjab and Pakistan, the restaurant's menu offers a wide range of dishes. Start off with the popular Dahi Kabab, which tantalizes your taste buds and serves as an excellent appetizer. For a smoky flavour, indulge in the perfectly grilled Paneer Sofiyani Tikka. Those who crave something spicy will enjoy the Chatpate Tandoori Aloo. Non-vegetarians can relish the creamy Malai Kabab and bold flavours of Kastoori Kabab. Mutton enthusiasts can savour the Galouti Kebab, while seafood lovers can delight in the Bhatinda Machli Tikka, a delectable fish dish to name a few.

For the main course, Jhelum offers an array of delectable dishes and to complement the meal, Jhelum offers a selection of freshly baked bread. Their delicate BakarKhani and soft and fluffy Taftan are highly recommended.

Good news for fresh beer lovers in Ghaziabad, who previously had to drive far to get their fill. RDC’s first microbrewery, Hit A Pint, is now brewing and pouring in Ghaziabad.

Hit a Pint is one of the largest microbreweries in Ghaziabad, which produces 3000 liters of fresh beer in a month.

The brewery sources its beer malt water from Germany, with flavours curated to suit the Indian palate. Hit A Pint serves a variety of beers, including craft beer.

“As a microbrewery and restaurant owner, my goal is to create a unique and memorable experience for every customer. From the quality of our craft beer to the freshness of our ingredients, we strive to exceed expectations and leave a lasting impression. We believe that good food and good beer bring people together, and we're proud to be a part of that tradition,” shared Siddharth Chaudhary, Founder, Hit A Pint.

Hit A Pint will offer a variety of freshly brewed beers and cocktails along with a diverse and rich menu, which is curated by F&B experts, CYK Hospitalities.  CYK has offered its services from ideation to execution, including conceptualization, menu engineering, chef hiring, SOP formation, business plan, food costing, uniform designing, logo designing, and branding work.

Besides fresh beers, Hit A Pint serves handcrafted cocktails and delicious delicacies. With an array of delicious food paired with craft beers, the place offers one of the best dining experiences around.

Providing customers with an enticing experience of the lush green forests, The Bagh in Amritsar is revamped with a brand new concept.

This concept is inspired by the home city, Amritsar which signifies purity and satisfaction.

“We are elated to bring to you a place like Bagh, which is so close to our heart. Our aim with Bagh is to make it a place where people not only fancy the food but also enjoy the warmth, ambiance and aesthetic that comes with it,” shared the founder.

True to its name the restaurant has elements of an orchard which flows from one end to the other with semi closed and open spaces. Every element is handpicked to express a sense of calm to fill you with peace and serenity. The ethos is what is most inviting, a place for rejuvenating. Given that nature is a dominant theme that can blend through the interiors, the outdoors are chic and luxurious.

The eatery has a diverse menu celebrating a wide range of cuisines which is a homage to contemporary Indian flavours with an international essence.

The menu has a variety of options and one can indulge in delicacies like the famous Amritsari Kulcha with a taste of mushroom and truffles, Ambarsar pizza, voodoo chicken, pillow chicken, Raan and a wide selection of dumplings to choose from. The Indian platters have an array of options with a modern twist to them and can be ordered in various choices.

Masterchef Winner Abinas Nayak and cloud-kitchen brand Rroshashala has launched premium Odia range – Oddiyana in Mumbai.

Oddiyana is a cloud kitchen brand under the umbrella of Rroshashala Foods Pvt Ltd which was started by Sauhitya Garabadu, Abinas Nayak and Rishe Raj Singh in September 2022.

After the success of other brands - Pots56 (Odia Homely Meals), Birinjz (Specialized Biriyanis), Pakkhtun (A tribute to foods of Silk route) and Bliss O Bowls (North Indian Homely Meals), it has finally launched India’s Best Kept Secret Cuisine Range - Odia Foods under the banner of Oddiyana.

"I always wanted to use my passion for Odia cuisine to create a new culinary experience in Mumbai for both Odia and Non-Odia consumers in order to give them an experience of India’s best kept secret cuisines. We at Rroshashala, always aim to leave a lasting impression on customers and create a loyal following for Odia cuisines, and that’s what has been a driving factor for launching our new Odia platter,” shared Nayak.

Oddiyana, which means 'the land of Odisha', is a quick service restaurant serving authentic Odia cuisine in a contemporary setting. The restaurant will be eco-friendly, with 100% compostable packaging and a zero carbon cooking range.

Currently Oddiyana is available for Dine-In and Delivery from the Powai Outlet and gradually it will increase its presence to Navi Mumbai and other regions of Mumbai.

It will soon be available on Zomato and Swiggy for faster delivery and widespread reach.

The Kind Roastery and Brewroom has recently opened its door in Marenahalli, Bengaluru.

Spread over two floors, this coffee-inspired space is open daily from 8am to 11pm and offers exceptional food and the best of coffee, all under one roof.

The brand persona is built on four pillars: The Kind Brews, The Kind People, The Kind Planet, and The Kind Food, which represent the café's commitment to sustainability, authenticity, and providing the best experience for their clients.

Founded by Pallavii Gupta and Arjun Shhetty, who have been in the hospitality industry for over a decade. With a passion for creating unique and memorable experiences, The Kind Roastery and Brewroom is their fourth venture in the hospitality industry. They wanted to build a brand that embodies their energy, a place where people can come and feel welcomed and inspired.

The café's mission is to infuse kindness into every aspect of the experience. By making vegetarian and vegan food more approachable and accessible, The Kind Roastery and Brewroom believes that it is taking the first step towards a kinder planet. The Zen Table, designed to stimulate kindness and creativity, offers a space where people can pause, reflect, and find peace amidst the chaos of everyday life.

The teas and coffees are sourced from estates within the country, with a unique blend crafted specifically for the café's menu. From Coconut Coffee to Cinnamon and Jaggery Coffee, Jackfruit Latte, and loose leaf fennel teas, the café has worked tirelessly to create flavors.

Sharabi Kukkad, a new restaurant/takeaway has recently launched in New Delhi, offering a rich taste of North India and Chinese cuisine, brought together in one restaurant.

The restaurant serves the flavours of both cultures to create a menu of delectable dishes that will excite local foodies' taste buds.

“Our aim is to bring good food and a warm dining experience within reach of everyone. We strive to provide delicious, high-quality food at the most affordable prices. We are passionate about serving our community, and we are dedicated to making sure that every guest leaves with a full stomach and a smile on their face,” said Vineet Aggarwal, Co-Founder at Sharabi Kukkad.

Chef Deep Chand Dobriyal, the mastermind behind Sharabi kukkad, has been in the culinary industry for over 25 years having worked with prestigious brands namely The Lodhi Hotel, and Daryaganj- By the inventors of Butter Chicken & Dal Makhani etc resulted into curating an exciting brand for all the foodies out there.

With his extensive knowledge and passion for the industry, Chef has created a menu introducing alcohol-infused dishes like Sharabi Dal and Sharabi Kukkad.

The restaurant is committed to using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients in every dish, ensuring that each meal is delicious and sustainable.

For those who prefer a more intimate setting, the restaurant also offers convenient delivery and takeout services.

India’s first Turkish ice cream brand Twisting Scoops has launched its 2nd outlet in Mumbai at Viviana Mall.

The brand which recently appeared in the season 2 of Shark Tank India is on an expansion spree in India as well as the international market.

This is the brand’s 4^th outlet in India as is on aggressive expansion across malls, highways, airports, etc., PAN India and globally.

“CYK Hospitalities has played an integral part when it comes to Twisting Scoops expansion. They are our trusted partners whenever we are selecting any location for our upcoming store. CYK team's due diligence has always helped us in getting the ROI of the store beforehand. In fact, the operations team of the company has always stood by us whenever we are revamping our menu and need their expert guidance”, said Kunwarpreet Singh Juneja, Managing Director, Twisting Scoops.

The new outlet in Viviana Mall in Mumbai is the 2nd in the city, first being at the Jio World Drive. The brand is very soon opening its next outlet at the newly opened Phoenix Palladium Mall in Ahmedabad.

Twisting Scoops, which already has presence in 4 countries with more than 45 outlets in countries such as India, Sri Lanka, USA and Bangladesh, has taken CYK Hospitalities’ services for its expansion right from the inception. .

“We researched the location and mapped where Twisting Scoops could better reach their customers. So, our team of experts analyzed and located out the best location and helped them with the best leasing deals. Not only with the location, we have also tried our level best to curate the most innovative menu in the ice cream space,” added Simranjeet Singh, Director, CYK Hospitalities.

Twisting Scoops offers twisted and uniquely innovated icecreams and has more than 25 flavours including Turkish Baklava, Turkish Desserts, Kunafa, Turkish Coffee/beverages. CYK helps the brand to customize and curate its menu depending on the country’s climate and tastes.

When you think of Goa, you think of fun. When you think of Goa, you think of beaches.

Pune’s one of the celebrated restaurant has entered Goa by opening its outlet at the heart of Panjim city.

Terttulia Goa is spread across a sprawling 6500 square feet of eye-catching space that can welcome 120 visitors at a time.

Terttulia is an all-day eatery that blends the soul of a restaurant, cafe and bar into one eclectic combo.

The restaurant has been designed by ‘Otherworlds’, a multidisciplinary studio that specializes in creating unique spatial and visual domains in the real world as well as virtual domain. The restaurant has been crafted with intricate attention to detail, envisioned as one extended balcao under an overgrown bamboo canopy. The entire place is woven with a dual tone texture, and is planned to grow out and round the central bar.

Customers can also browse through Terttulia’s liquor and literature library for a book and a beer in the afternoon, or soak in the exuberant energy of its centerpiece chandelier by the time the sun sets. Each and every part of Terttulia Goa exudes vibrant energy in the morning and a bustling vibe by night time.

Terttulia Goa’s menu is a diverse and dynamic collection of options that change periodically. A world class variety of soups, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, tapas and main course are also on offer. If an exquisite spirit is what you seek, head to Terttulia’s glorious bar and pick your poison from an exclusively curated array of wines, beers, cocktails as well as sangrias and mock-tails.

The brainchild of maverick restaurateur Imrun Sethi, Terttulia Goa sees Imrun join hands with dynamic entrepreneurs Sunny Sara, Ritik Bhasin and Ranbir Batra.

Mumbai is a modernization that defines a multicultural region where different people from different cultures coexist, and the flavours of Mumbai are as diverse as these cultures.

For the love of various cultures that are prevalent in Mumbai, Bambai has been launched to serve everyone multi-cultural foods.

The founders, Chef Ritesh Tulsian and Chef Anees Khan are also the menu curators, each with distinct culinary expertise.

The restaurant is built in Mumbai's most popular neighbourhood, Juhu, with the goal of not only serving the famous Mumbai chaats, but also introducing a variety of dishes from across the Mumbai region that are consumed by residents from other parts of the country.

Chef Ritesh and Chef Anees have deep roots in Maharashtra and have experimented with various cuisines and flavours. This prompted both the chefs to create an establishment capable of bringing specially curated flavours under one roof. Chef Ritesh, who is also a consultant chef, created a variety of Iranian dishes that highlight the classic flavours of Iranian cuisine that are still prevalent in southern Mumbai. Chef Anees, a seasoned pâtissier, has curated some of his best confectioneries for the restaurant, in addition to curating various dishes with Chef Ritesh.

“We have been in Mumbai for several decades and have witnessed the changes in the region when it comes to food; the street food here has had a great influence on us, and with the study, knowledge, and experience of course, we have curated something that will definitely evoke the love for the forgotten food,” shared Chef Ritesh.

According to Chef Anees, "Chef Ritesh and I have professionally witnessed changes in the city over time, and as the days pass, new trends and experiments emerge, but what we wanted to do was bring back disappeared foods and give them a twist that people now seek, and that is how we introduced Bambai.”

Some of the best dishes at Bambai include the lasun chana fry, which is a flavorful combination of chickpeas with spices and garlic lobes. The Naanizaas are something to try, with vegetarian options like simple cheese, mushroom keema, or tandoori paneer, and non-vegetarian options like bhatti da murg, kurla key kebab pav, mutton keema samosa, and more to try.

The restaurant not only focuses on multicultural cuisine, but it also has a quiet, literal interior that depicts Mumbai's local life.

‘American’ cuisine was typically defined by visuals of cheesy pizzas, buckets of fried chicken, hot dogs and hamburgers. With influences from immigrants who moved to this continent, this cuisine has adapted to modern food trends and is no longer limited to fast food. Bringing these diverse flavours and evolved gastronomy to Mumbai, TAB - Thoughtful American Bistronomy opens in High Street Phoenix Mills on October 12, 2022.

Founded by Romaan Pathan, the concept of TAB helms from the idea of introducing present day America through its chic cuisine and melting pot of global flavours.

TAB offers a thought through, all-American modern bistro experience with gastronomical touches, hence the name - Thoughful American Bistronomy.

“For years, American cuisine has had the misconception of being limited to burgers, fries, sandwiches and all things fast food. While these items are native to this region, the cuisine has progressed vastly thanks to the evolving food trends and global gourmet influences. We wanted to bring this experience to Mumbai while still keeping the American roots intact, and we hope to do this with each plate and drink we bring forth at TAB,” shared Romaan Pathan, Owner, Thoughtful American Bistronomy. 

Designed by architecture and design firm S+F Design, the concept of TAB takes the traditional American diner up several notches to transform it into a chic, sleek restaurant. The interiors depict a beautiful panoramic Californian landscape, with the pink and green colors being inspired by the breathtaking LA sunsets that paint the sky pink with a little tinge of the Californian Greens.  The texture of the walls give a classic rustic look which is contrasted by contemporary modern furniture that gives you a sense of opulence. The space has been developed to give the diners an experience of both formal and informal concept Overall, the space strikes a fine balance between simplicity and complexity. 

The menu has been curated by renowned Celebrity Chef Ajay Chopra MD of Zion Hospitality pvt. Ltd. Offerings on the menu comprise of Slayin’ Soups; Issa Green Wave (Salads); Savage Schnacks; LIT Burgonomy; (Sand)’Wiches on Fleek; New York-style Pizzas; and live Josper Grills - a signature offering of the brand to name a few.

To compliment this gourmet goodness, the bar offers a selection of exquisite concoctions by India’s 1^st Lady bartender and ace Mixologist “Shatbhi Basu”.

Considering the rapid growth of QSR not only in India but across the globe, Hustlers Hospitality, the Mumbai-based cloud kitchen giant, has launched their first QSR, named “KO Fried Chicken” at Oshiwara, Mumbai.

It has In-house brand portfolio of 24 active brands with 550 internet restaurants with 9 Central hub kitchens and 1 Cloud kitchen experience center in India.

With the launch of “KO Fried Chicken”, Hustlers Hospitality has stepped foot into the rapidly growing QSR market with an intent to transform the current industry.

Hustlers Hospitality kickstarted its operations in 2020 and within a short span of two years has roped in more than 550+ internet restaurants pan India, and has also Consulted over 100+ cloud kitchens entrepreneurs and brands.

“We are pleased with the launch “KO fried Chicken” our First Restaurant in the QSR space. This launch underlines our confidence in the growth potential of the Indian food service industry and the servicing market in the years to come,” shared Krunal Oza, Founder & CEO on the launch of the ‘KO Fried Chicken.

“KO fried Chicken” has a American Diner Interior Concept and will offer Several different World spices options with their intensive fried chicken menu, even though the name says it all “Fried chicken”, they still would have Few Pure Vegetarian Options with a Separate dedicated Vegetation Kitchen partition.

The newly launched brand is testimony to the expanding portfolio in India’s food service market that has diversified to include home-deliveries, dine-ins and takeaways.

Hustlers hospitality also plans to Launch 2 more QSR brands in the next 12 months looking at their Demand & Growth in the Cloud Only Delivery space.

Hustlers Hospitality, operates over 24 brands of cloud kitchens and has more than 550 internet restaurants with 9 Central Hub Kitchen and 1 Cloudkitchen experience center in India. Hustlers Hospitality owns some of the leading cloud kitchen brands in India like Popstar Pizza & Shakes, Chop-Chop Square, NewYork Sandwhich,  Dildar Paratha, Pancake Station, Your Office Canteen, Senorita Margherita, Subramanium- Truly South , The Monk Momo, Hola Hola Waffle, LA Churros, and Happy Cow.

With the backing of 7 Crore in the seed round, the company acquired a 31% stake in My Cloud Kitchen, a cloud kitchen consulting firm. My Cloud Kitchen Provides End to End Consulting & Franchising support to budding entrepreneurs in the food and beverage space.

Bonded by friendship & Bound by a Love for Rizq, i.e. sustenance, this Restaurant Bar & Grill is spearheaded by childhood friends Ravi, Hitaksh, Himanshu & Sachin.

Fuelled by their passion for great quality offerings in the hospitality & nightlife sector, these four founders are on a mission to give Delhi a high-spirited time.

Set over two floors with an inside speakeasy bar & cigar room and an exterior lounge with live grills and a fireplace, RIZQ portrays a classy characterful interior, studded with French windows, chevron brick walls, elegant details and good vibes galore. The place brings the best of contemporary while maintaining its rustic, vintage vibe, making it a perfect blend of class and chic for patrons.

“RIZQ prides itself on its tempting Middle Eastern & European Grills, specially crafted irresistible cocktails, exclusive Shishas especially brought in from the Czech Republic and the Cigars. It is the only Cigar Lounge in the capital and offers a variety of hand rolled cigars, ranging from Cuban, Nicaraguan to Dominican, displayed in a walk-in humidor. The cherry on top, are the private humidor lockers available for you to store your Cigars,” shared the statement.

Inspired by European, Mediterranean & Turkish flavours, the delicacies on the menu are delightful in their textures and flavours.

Through the day, the personality of the restaurant evolves from bustling brunches to relaxed afternoon cocktails leading to spirited nights filled with entertainment and fun.

Aditi Dugar of famous ingredient-driven restaurant Masque has opened a new bakery venture, TwentySeven Bakehouse.

Launched also in the same com+pound, the new bakery offers a rotating menu of breads, laminated pastries, and regional bakes.

Tucked away in an old cotton mill in Bombay, TwentySeven Bakehouse occupies a space that was once home to a melting pot of cultures from around the country. In that vein, the breads take inspiration from different pockets of the world, while remaining firmly rooted in India, using entirely local grains and produce.

The kitchen is headed by Chef Rachelle Andrade, previously of Qualia and Mag St. Kitchen.

Her opening menu features daily staples and whole loaves, as well as a variety of sweet and savoury viennoiseries: highlights include the impossibly flaky Bakehouse Tapenade & Cream Cheese Twists and a Goan Chorizo and Potato Tart.

Andrade’s attention to detail is clear in each layer of croissant and the airy crumb of her signature baguettes, doing away with frills in favour of quality, flavour and technique. Here, less is more – unless, of course, we’re talking about butter.

The bakery café is also available for online delivery and pickup via Thrive and Swiggy.

Delhi to get an all new luxury catering enterprise offering authentic India food with new-age recipes, making a perfect balance of modernising your roots while still maintaining your soul.

Brainchild of Muskaan Aggarwal along with her mother, Jyoti Aggarwal, Misri K'la is bringing for its customers the best quality dishes with complete hygiene.

In the quest for rejuvenating and reinventing authentic Indian cuisines and desserts, Misri K'la strives to add a new savour to them. Taste, luxury, and trust come together to make the brand Misri K'la. 

“Misri K'la aims to fill the void in the industry, bringing you the warmth of home-cooked food. Our goal is to make our clientele believe that if the catering is in our hands, there's nothing to worry about,” shared Muskaan.

There is no doubt that the brand name perfectly defines the concept behind it. Misri is the sweet compliment to a rich meal, and Kala is the artistry of the handcraft.

Speaking of the menu, Misri K'la has a plethora of food items starting from the soup, the starters, the main course and ending with the desserts.

Misri K’la’s vision is to be the one-stop luxury catering brand that people can count on for quality, service, and dependability. Misri K'la also envisions giving Indian traditional food a global appeal and catering to various audiences across the country.

Tea café chain Chai Sutta Bar has opened its second outlet in Tamil Nadu.

The new outlet is located in Sholinganallur, Kancheepuram.

The outlet is situated near IT parks in order to attract a large number of young professionals. CSB is open to all youth, families, students, and anyone who enjoys Chai in various flavours.

“We are very delighted to announce the opening of our second outlet in Tamil Nadu, Kancheepuram. The love we have from Chennai has made us so overwhelmed. This outlet fills the gap between the lover of chai and kulhad in Chennai,” said Anubhav Dubey, Co-founder, Chai Sutta Bar.

Chai is a significant ritual in the Indian community. CSB follows the ritual of serving various types of chai in Kulhad, along with a variety of food options for everyone to enjoy the vibes and taste.

Every day, CSB serves 4.5 lakh kulhad tea.

Mr. Venkatesh Iyer, a well-known Indian cricket player who was present at the launch shared, "It gives me great pleasure to open the CSB Kancheepuram outlet. I can see and feel the different vibes that this CSB outlet has. When you go into CSB, you start feeling different. CSB offers a large variety of flavors to pick from, and my favorite of all is Chocolate Tea. CSB has tea for every taste, which makes them more unique.” 

The majority of workers in CSB outlets are orphans, differently abled, or unemployed; working there gives them a chance in life.

“We aim to spread the taste of kulhad chai in the world, and our “Desh ki Mitti” should be recognised worldwide,” added Dubey.

With 375+ outlets in 175 cities across India, CSB aims to open 1500+ outlets by the end of 2022, not just in India but globally.

Tea café chain Chai Sutta Bar has opened its second outlet in Tamil Nadu.

The new outlet is located in Sholinganallur, Kancheepuram.

The outlet is situated near IT parks in order to attract a large number of young professionals. CSB is open to all youth, families, students, and anyone who enjoys Chai in various flavours.

“We are very delighted to announce the opening of our second outlet in Tamil Nadu, Kancheepuram. The love we have from Chennai has made us so overwhelmed. This outlet fills the gap between the lover of chai and kulhad in Chennai,” said Anubhav Dubey, Co-founder, Chai Sutta Bar.

Chai is a significant ritual in the Indian community. CSB follows the ritual of serving various types of chai in Kulhad, along with a variety of food options for everyone to enjoy the vibes and taste.

Every day, CSB serves 4.5 lakh kulhad tea.

Mr. Venkatesh Iyer, a well-known Indian cricket player who was present at the launch shared, "It gives me great pleasure to open the CSB Kancheepuram outlet. I can see and feel the different vibes that this CSB outlet has. When you go into CSB, you start feeling different. CSB offers a large variety of flavors to pick from, and my favorite of all is Chocolate Tea. CSB has tea for every taste, which makes them more unique.” 

The majority of workers in CSB outlets are orphans, differently abled, or unemployed; working there gives them a chance in life.

“We aim to spread the taste of kulhad chai in the world, and our “Desh ki Mitti” should be recognised worldwide,” added Dubey.

With 375+ outlets in 175 cities across India, CSB aims to open 1500+ outlets by the end of 2022, not just in India but globally.

Delhi-based bakery café Dough & Cream has opened its 10th store in Vishnu Garden, Delhi after following the enormous success of previous stores.

Dough & Cream is accessible all throughout Delhi via their website, Zomato, and Swiggy.

In well-known Delhi neighbourhoods like Janakpuri, Moolchand, and Vikaspuri, among others, Dough & Cream has a number of locations.

This bakery cafe's customer is rapidly growing, and the company plans to open more locations soon.

"Since it had always been my favourite activity, I vigorously pursued my love when we got the chance to start the bakery café. We were welcomed so warmly by the people when we initially established our bakery café in Janakpuri. It served as a major source of inspiration for us as we built Dough & Cream into one of Delhi's best and most affordable bakery cafés. We recently established our tenth site, and we have plans to add more soon,” shared Director and CTO of Dough and Cream, Gaurav Kukreja.

Several delicacies, including blueberry cheesecake, mousse cake, and rasmalai cake, are among Dough and Cream specialties. With a classic selection of cold coffee, salads, pizza, pasta, momos, and many more dishes that are among the most popular, Dough and Cream assures to provide the most authentic flavour on the plate.

Manish Kukreja, Gaurav Kukreja, and Mayank Kukreja created Dough and Cream in 2018 with the intention of providing the most reasonably priced confectionary goods and the tastiest cuisines to satisfy consumers' cravings, which they successfully accomplished.

Cloud-kitchen burger brand Burger Rush has opened its door to the customers of New Friends Colony, Delhi.

The cloud-kitchen brand is already been making waves on Swiggy and will be available for ordering on other food delivery apps like Zomato and Thrive soon.

“The secret is delivering excellent taste without compromising on health. Burger Rush believes in “Eat Good, Feel Good.” Our mind and thoughts will feel refreshed only if we eat fresh and good food,” shared Jayesh Sinha, the founder and CEO of Burger Rush.

9 of the 11 burgers offered by Burger Rush come with grilled patties and not deep-fried ones. This helps them provide their customers with delicious, yet healthy burgers.

Burger Rush has some truly unique offerings for its customers. Pineapple slaw, green apple slaw, sun-dried tomatoes sauce, to name a few, are some very innovative additions to the rather mundane world of burger toppings and sauces.

Some of their best sellers are the Angry Bird burger, the Grilled Portobello Steak burger, the BTS burger, and the Rush Special burger which is sure to be loved by all non-veg lovers.

The burgers are presently available directly through the outlet or on Swiggy.

If you want to experience the rich culinary heritage of India, then the impeccable North-Indian and Mughlai delicacies of Masala Connection will leave you wanting more.

Masala Connection, a modern restaurant & bar based near Rajouri garden is coming up with the best traditional food and traditional music.

With live kitchen trends ever-evolving post-pandemic, masala connection has a live kitchen option where the team will be having a live shawarma counter ie the guest can blissfully enjoy eating the exotic, conventional, and freshly produced shawarmas.

“We at masala connections have plans to make your heavy weekdays sorted with live ghazals, soothing sufi songs & yes you heard it right with live ghazals every day. We take pride to bring live ghazals back to the Indian culture and are happy to announce masala connection will be the new-age place to bring both traditional food and traditional singing back at the same time” shared Aman Sahani & Mayank Gupta, Founders at Masala Connection.

With the tagline Dine…Drink…Chill, it has a rich interior & classy wallpaper done, the place is pretty charming both during the day & enamoring during the evening for you and your family to relish around.

The restaurant also has a (PDR) private dining room covered with royal pink color, arches, and well-furnished furniture and can cater approx 14 people.

Travel start-up Moonstone Hammock has opened its Buddha Café in Alibaug.

The café was earlier present at Pawna, Karjat and now, Alibaug, coupled with camping and glamping experiences alongwith with movie nights, live singing and one-of-a-kind workshops.

These experiences are further peppered with a culinary delight at the cute, Boho-style cafe called 'Buddha Cafe'.

“The pandemic hit all of us hard in different ways. The need to make the most out of life while we can is where we all intersect. With open access to the Buddha Cafe, we aim to not only spread the culinary magic of Moonstone Hammock wide and far, but also look forward to connecting more with campers, glamp-ers and now, foodies,” shared Pradeep Singh Chaudhary, the Co-Founder of Moonstone Hammock.

Dine with a view of the Ulhas River in Karjat, the Tungi Fort and Pawna Lake in Pawna or the Awas Beach in Alibaug while you gorge on piping hot, lip-smacking food right from Hummus and Pita Bread to Lasagnas and Brownies, and more.

With free parking on site, Moonstone Hammock curated a wholesome experience with its Buddha Cafe and Mother Nature.

Moonstone Hammock is a travel camping startup, was founded by Megh Doshi, Pradeep Singh Choudhary, Rohit Dube, Abhishek Dabholkar and Pratik Jain, in January 2016. They are currently located in three places Shelu in Karjat, Thakursai in Pawna and Awas in Alibaug.

Delhi-based tea café chain Chaiops has entered Maharashtra by opening outlet at Nagpur.

Known for its Kulhad Chai & Kulhad Pizza, the outlet is located at Shop No. 5 Mughal Complex, Mangalwari Bazar Rd, Sadar, Nagpur.

“I am extremely delighted to see the responses of the citizens of Nagpur during the launch of the Outlet. They are loving what Chaiops is offering them at such a viable price,” shared Jeetendra Motwani, the Franchise Outlet Owner.

Chaiops is always looking for new opportunities to break the established protocols & bring about changes that improves & excites people's life.

In the country with strong Chai culture, Chaiops brings to you 50+ organic flavorful teas &  looking at the blistering heat, the brand has also launched summer special beverages like mojitos & mocktails to give respite from the heat. 

Founded by Nitin & Satvir, Co-Founder, Chaiops who aims to have its presence in every city of India in the coming years. Started with the first outlet in Gurugram to more than 50+ outlets across India.

Chaiops plans to open 200+ outlets till March 2023. The brand has entered the International Market & targets to expand Chaiops in 6 countries targeting Maldives, Nepal, Bangladesh & UAE to name a few. 

At present the café chain is located in 50+ cities, including, Dehradun, Hyderabad, Gwalior, Mumbai, Gurugram, Shillong, Ahmedabad & others.

After launching The Bandstand Pantry, Ranji Trophy Cricketer Sinan Kader is ready to take it slow with the launch of its Bandra outlet.

Located in the city’s most food-forward suburb, Slow Burger Co. is ready to swap frozen for fresh, quick frying for delicate cooking and burgers-in-a-minute service for thoughtfully prepared plates of comfort food. 

With the best quality home-ground meat, freshly sourced seasonal produce and artisanal sourdough or brioche of the day, the ultimate product is definitely worth the wait.

Some of the non-veg burgers in the menu include; Louisiana Grilled Chicken Burger with Cajun ground chicken or the punchy Jamaican Jerk Chicken Burger. For comforting Indian flavours, get your hands on Punjab Da Puttar with stone-grilled tandoori chicken or the Lucknow Lamb Galawati made with a melt-in-the-mouth patty paired with mint mayo and cheese to name a few.

Veggie burgers at Slow Burger Co. include; Tandoori Paneer Burger, Zurich Mushroom Burger, Texas Tornado with a spicy kidney beans patty or the slow pan-cooked Bombay Blast with a paneer bhurji patty to name a few.

At Slow Burger Co., you can enjoy your very own Archies moment against a hand-painted Flintstones wall. The American diner-style vibe pairs wonderfully with Signature Shakes with flavours like Burnt Marshmallows & Vanilla Bean, Chocolate & Caramelized Banana and Mixed Berries and in-house lemonades. 
 

Pizzas have become equivalent to comfort food for all of us. Accompanied by their gooey crusts, delicious toppings and that heavenly smell, our soul gets drawn to them very easily. But, with multiple brands popping up every day, the pizza parlours have lost their touch of uniqueness with every brand serving similar kinds of pizzas with the same taste and texture. There is hardly any variety seen in pizzas anymore.

Mumbai has welcomes the newest delivery extraordinaire — OD Pizza (Aka One degree Pizza) to sort that craving out with their delectable Neapolitan style pizzas delivered directly to customer’s doorstep, now available across Bandra as well as the newest outlet in Fort!

Known for its authentic Neapolitan style gourmet pizzas, the inimitable pizza joint is now launching a second outlet after seeing great success in Bandra.

“Pizza has always brought people and communities together, irrespective of any factor. And with OD Pizza, our goal is the same — spread love and joy through our food for everyone, right at their homes. After spending a good 1.5 years researching, perfecting every little detail and understanding the science and art behind making the best Neapolitan pizza, we launched OD Pizza in Bandra and are grateful for the love we’ve been showered with,” shared Saurabh Doshi, Founder at OD Pizza that is now launching second delivery outlet in Fort.

Everything at OD pizza is handmade or sourced carefully, including the dough, cheese, sauce and toppings. The fresh tomato sauce is made of tomatoes imported from Italy, the mozzarella is bought from the top creameries in Mumbai, the jalapeños are also pickled and their basil is grown hydroponically (so healthy for you and the environment!). We don’t know about you, but our mouths are watering already.

It is also available for delivery on Swiggy, Zomato and DotPe from 12pm till 4am.

If you’ve been manifesting good energy, good food and like-minded people to share a space with, it’s time to reap the fruits.

Mumbai is all set to welcome The Moon Village – a café, yoga studio and co-working space that incorporates the pillars of a healthy lifestyle under one roof.

Founded by celebrity fitness instructor and mental health advocate Samiksha Shetty along with Aditya Damani, a daytime trader and full-time yogi, together they aim to create a safe space for meaningful connections through yoga and food.

“Holistic wellness can lead to true healing and good health,” shared Shetty who At Moon Village brings her expertise and love for all things healthy into creating a space for like-minded wellness seekers.

The space also has a café that is spread over 1500 square ft., modeled as an urban oasis, with raw, whitewashed walls and lush greens.

The walls of the cafe are adorned with art that pay tribute to energies of the moon and the universe; celestial-themed geometrical ceramic tiles offset earthy tones running through the space, welcoming you to rest, relax and rejuvenate. As you soak in the good vibes, you can also soak your gluten-free Dosas in a Mangalorean style curry and other delicacies from the eclectic, nutritious, primarily aiming at gluten-free and sugar free menu, heavily influenced by different parts of Southern India.

For those who want their dose of daily bread, the menu also offers a selection of Sandwiches & Pizzas. Some ‘must-trys’ from the section include the Gun Powder & Stewed Shiitake Steak Sandwich, the Pulled Jackfruit and the Chettinad & Sriracha Pulled Kathal Pizza.

Everything at The Moon Village is created mindfully with the vision to form deep connections, whether it is through yoga, meditation, food or exchanging ideas.

Mumbai has got an all new liquor experience at The Liquor Store on Palm Beach Road, Belapur that is conceptualized for the discerning customer to set out on an exploration of superlative and rare spirit labels through digitally enhanced walk-throughs, interactive tours and intimate tastings.

Conceptualized by third-generation owners of liquor distribution company VK Group, entrepreneurial minds Dinesh, Jayesh and Pritesh Kathuria have transformed the concept of a liquor store into a swanky gallery that offers a bespoke presentation of its best and rare spirits through elevated browsing and tasting settings.

TLS joins the trend of tasting rooms in India and pushes the envelope to start an interactive conversation with customers and turning the mundane liquor store visit into a memorable outing.

The Liquor Store bespoke experience can begin at a customer’s house with a chauffeur-driven pick-up and end with a drop facility on special requests.

The digitally woke set up adapts AR to allow a bottle to converse directly with the customer, showcasing its information on a screen using a digitally QR coded table top.

For the geeks, there’s a handout map that turns the visit into a museum walk, hand holding the customer to display corners.

Done up in black marble and gold finish, the gallery exudes a contemporary art deco vibe. The décor has been executed by IDEAMATRIX, a leading multi-disciplinary design consultancy firm known for the best retail design in the country. Their excellence in visualization of space, objects, colors, feelings and user experience has given TLS a serene output that allows for a calm, uncluttered ambiance for customers to browse through the library of bottles.

The wine cellar has room for private wine tastings. Gourmet food pairings and curated flights are offered at the classic pub style bar - The Tavern. TLS is an invitation for alco-beverage enthusiasts from Mumbai, Thane and New Bombay as well as commuters between Mumbai and Pune to make their elevated pit-stop purchases.

The 10,000-feet store is spread across two storeys and four sections, the Superlative Catalog awaits customers on the upper level with a library of rare and handpicked labels. An adjacent doorway leads into a wine cellar that showcases a world list including wines from India, Australia and America, Argentina, Chile, Spain, Italy and France.

With 1,000 spirits, 1500 plus wines, 250 champagnes and over 100 beer options, The Liquor Store offers the largest collection of liquors under one roof in all of Maharashtra.

The Tavern

Tasting flights: All spirited flights take off from The Tavern. Tastings of World whiskies and niche trails Scotland distilleries served with gourmet cheese, chocolate and crackers. Wines of the World tastings find delicious company of cheese, fig jam, grapes, nuts, crackers and meats.

Food: The Tavern is designed to serve all-day experiences from breakfast options, lunch meals including Buddha bowls, Poached pear salads and Lemon mustard chicken salad, pizzas and Mexican Chimichangas. Sharing options include their special cheese boards, Dual tikkas (a half basil pesto and sun-dried pesto) and Blue cheese chicken tikka, Chermoula prawns and Katsu baos.

Drinks menu: Drinks menu at The Tavern begin with breakfast cocktails like Tavern After Party, a coconut and herbs concoction that is a great cure for hangovers and a power-packed drink to kick start your day. Matchoman is the bar chef’s recipe of a smokey Indian Whiskey flavored with herbs and Matcha tea. A healthy approach pours into a Brocotini, a vodka cocktail made using farm fresh veggies, flowers and finished with citrus flavors. The Tom Yum Goon Soup becomes Tom Yum Tun drink with a dash of premium gin.

Whether you’re a foodie or not, there’s no denying that Noida is a foodie paradise, adding to the same restaurateur Shweta & Gaurav Saran has opened a new venture De’Lan.

With an ambition to revolutionize the Fine-Dine culture and serve premium experience to the residents of Noida, De’Lan came into existence.

“Well, for De'lan , I can't even say, it's a dream come true because it was too big a dream for me to even see. But then someone rightly said ' It would, if it should'.

De'lan is not only a restaurant but an experience,” shared Shweta by adding that The Persian name 'Delan' means, a person who owns the heart, so let's say we at Delan are trying our best to justify to it. #letsdelan.

Designed by Ashish Duggal, the restaurant is spread across 4000 sqft with classy interiors to go along with the lavish ambience.

It is spacious and colorful adding liveliness  to the restaurant's atmosphere. The De’lan has extremely comfortable seating giving customers a nood for light and relaxing evening.

The restaurant also offers its customers a wide menu with variety of cuisines ranging from Continental to Modern Indian.

Bakery chain Pink Box has today announced its expansion and the opening of its first dining outlet in the city.

Launched in 2013, this is the brand’s fourth outlet in town.

“We are elevated to bring an all new Pink Box experience to every dessert lover. Our expansion is a step towards satiating the increasing demand for a premium yet comforting dessert experience in a city that loves to eat,” shared Aman Chauhan, Managing Director, Pink Box India.

The new outlet is located in South Delhi’s Vasant Kunj and will offer an extensive menu to swoon every dessert lover off their feet.

The décor and the vibe of the store is contemporary, colorful fun, vibrant and quirky.

Pink Box currently boasts of four outlets- throughout Delhi-NCR; including Hauz Khas, Connaught Place, Gurgaon and Vasant Kunj.

Mumbai is all set to welcome a new burger brand Billy’s Burger that specializes in different types of burgers and sandwiches.

The main aim of Billy’s Burger is to serve American Fast Food for the Indians but within a very pocket-friendly price range.

“Burgers have become everyone’s go-to comfort food, but even today, there’s an expectation to shell out a lot of money for tasty ones. With Billy’s Burgers, we’re here to change that. Our freshly baked burgers and sandwiches are paired with top-notch meats, better veggies and in-house sauces so people can get what they want, at guilt-free prices that will win the mass audiences over,” shared Ameya Mahajani, Executive Chef and Partner, and Aakash Lalwani, Partner at Billy’s Burger.

They also specialize in hand-made sauces which are made of natural ingredients and spices hence are mostly healthy to consume as well. 

An all-new joint in the heart of Malad, Billy’s serves up the best of chunky burgers, signature dips, sandwiches, and more without breaking the bank.

Not only that, keeping the sustainable approach in mind, environment-friendly biodegradable plastic utensils are used. Even the cutlery, made with cornstarch pulp, is sent only on request.

Gujarat based tea startup MBA CHAIWALA has opened their 11^th outlet in Bhavnagar, Gujarat.

With a spread of 10 functional outlets across the country, MBA CHAIWALA was started by Prafull Billore as a small cart outside IIM Ahmedabad.

After the successful addition of the 11th functional unit at Bhavnagar, the café chain plans to open 35 more outlets in the upcoming two months and targets 200 outlets by the end of 2022. 

"We are extremely delighted to announce the opening of our first-ever store in Bhavnagar, Gujarat. I am overwhelmed with the presence of the people on the day of opening. We hope and to stand upto the expectations and love of the people of Bhavnagar and promise to serve them our best,” he said.

The café also offers a unique customized menu at each of its outlet serving the most loved tea snack basis the tastes and preferences of respective demographic locations. 

After successfully running for over 8 years across Chennai and Bangalore with 133 kiosks, BurgerMan is back in a new avatar.

BurgerMan 2.0 opens its first experiential outlet in Indiranagar, Bangalore, with a unique and innovative menu.

The prime focus is on "keeping it light and fun" in all realms of their operations across ambience, service, and food.

BurgerMan’s new burgers include brown fiber-induced buns, flavourful meaty patties grilled to perfection, fresh veggies, and in-house sauces that are thoughtfully crafted so that oil does not trespass in their kitchen at all.

“BurgerMan 2.0 will add an exciting new option for diners in Bengaluru. The burger-bistro showcases a high energy vibe along with innovative slow-cooking techniques in a vibrant, quirky and fun setting,” shared Ramesh Krishnan, COO, BurgerMan 2.0.

BurgerMan’s ambience is designed with vibrant, cool, and quirky splashes of sunny yellow and a PacMan inspired Burger crest. The bistro is self-serviced and has a private dining space, alfresco seating and a small area for some game time with foosball, dart and books to read.

Not just in Indiranagar, it will expand its footprints by opening 5 outlets in Bangalore during the course of this year and is gearing up to grow across the country.

While Juhu Tara Road is dotted with hotels and designer boutiques, a casual café with high-quality food and drinks makes for a great addition to the popular area.

Helmed by two young women entrepreneurs, Ashna Mehta and Nitisha Mehta, Café 49 is all set to add an easy-breezy vibe to The Emerald Hotel.

“Café 49 has all the elements to make Mumbai's very own Central Perk – an iconic, cozy little spot where all of life’s events can unfold in the form of stories told over shared plates, lots of laughter and warm cups of coffee. I look forward to good times here,” said Ashna.

The cafe is all set to launch tomorrow on 16th February 2022. 

An all-day space, Café 49 is apt for animated coffee dates, intimate group dinners and cozy catch-ups over cocktails.

Designed to put customers at ease, the interiors reflect warmth and personality. Off-white brick walls provide the perfect canvas to highlight the salmon and teal coloured seating along with a bright and colourful photo-op wall with wings.

Flanked by tasteful display shelves on one side and an open kitchen up ahead, Café 49 is all about comforting guests with openness and quality assurance.

The all-vegetarian menu focuses on a mix of cuisines with a heavy Mediterranean-European influence.

Serving all the way from the streets of New York, Chickeera, a fast-casual restaurant chain founded in 2020 by Prime Eateries Pvt. Ltd has left an indelible imprint in the taste buds of all its customers.

The Chickeera fever has swept over Delhi with its Middle Eastern with an American-influenced cuisine that serves as a wholesome meal, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, ensuring all customer cravings and hunger pangs are met.

The brand is geared towards opening its new dine-in restuarant located at SDA market.

Whether you opt for their Spicy Lamb Ashet or the Falafel, Green Kabob Ashet, the Chicken Ashet, or the Falafel Ashet; the options may be endless but the brand is sure to bestow you with a boost of energy for the rest of the day.

The dine-in outlet has an American ambiance housing a rustic, cozy, and contemporary feel.

Chickeera is the first brand to introduce ASHETS, a traditional family staple of the segment locale, with an unprecedented twist. The menu includes fusion cuisine from around the world, as well as side and dessert options.

The brand believes in serving products ranging from lower closures to higher finishes, demonstrating the best value for the items served, and ensuring no one is left with an empty stomach after having the chickeera experience.

The outlet allows customers to enjoy their meals at the most convenient point of service, whether it is quality, quantity, timely services, price value, packaging, or simply anything. Furthermore, the brand serves the same menu in each location while offering unique benefits and offers to independent Delivery and QSR locations.