Mamagoto plans to multiply its branches

The much-anticipated debut of KOKO, the renowned luxury Asian restaurant from Pebble Street Hospitality, as Hyderabad's first independent premium Asian eating destination has finally arrived. With its unique fusion of refinement and contemporary charm, KOKO, this has its roots in Mumbai’s renowned culinary scene and is renowned for its inventive Cantonese and Japanese cuisine, promises to redefine the city’s culinary scene with its superb cuisine and iconic design.

Traditional Asian grandeur and sleek, contemporary elements are balanced in KOKO's interior design and carefully selected materials. The entrance's striking red archway welcomes guests and serves as a strong visual cue for the opulence inside. The room features marble floors and lacquered wood accents, which are contrasted with brass fixtures and luxurious velvet furnishings.

The 10,000 square foot area is modeled after the grandeur of Chinese imperial architecture and style. One of the most notable features is the Red Tunnel, a curved hallway with gentle red LED lights that is meant to evoke mystery and suspense. Sarah Sham, an award-winning architect and interior designer from Essajees Atelier, created the room.

Commenting on the same, Ryan and Keenan Tham, Founders of Pebble Street Hospitality, said, “KOKO means grand, and the brand was conceived as a celebration of luxury and grandeur in the Asian dining scene. We set out to create a space that feels larger than life—a destination where every detail invites guests to revel in a sense of exclusivity and sophistication. Every element, from the craftsmanship of the cuisine to the detail in the design, speaks to our commitment to offering an elevated, immersive experience for our guests.”

YouMee, the renowned name in the world of delectable Asian cuisine, is thrilled to announce the opening of its latest outlet in Advant Navis Business Park. This new establishment promises to bring a mouthwatering fusion of flavours to food enthusiasts in the heart of Noida.

Strategically located in Advant Navis Business Park, YouMee's inaugural outlet in Noida is set to delight the palates of locals and visitors alike with its diverse menu of Japanese, Chinese, Thai, and other Asian delicacies.

YouMee beckons with a diverse menu catering to a wide range of tastes and preferences, featuring core delights like Truffle Mushroom Sushi, New York Cheese and Chili Oil Dim Sums and Veggie Delight Ramen, alongside a delectable array of dishes such as Katsu Chicken Bao, Miso Shiro Soup and Kung Pao Chicken. Whether you're seeking the delicate artistry of Sushi, the bold flavors of Spicy Thai Curries, or the satisfying crunch of Crispy Spring Rolls, our menu promises a delightful journey through the rich tapestry of Asian cuisine. Every dish is carefully crafted to satisfy your cravings and awaken your taste buds.

The interiors of YouMee's first outlet in Noida are a visual treat, designed to transport guests to the heart of Asia. The colour palette, consisting of black, white, red, and wood, sets the stage for a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere. Drawing inspiration from traditional Japanese toys, the interior design exhibits a charming fusion of playfulness and elegance. The subtle Manga theme is meticulously maintained with a minimalist approach, offering Cheese and a tasteful nod to the captivating world of Japanese comics and animation. Every detail has been carefully crafted to create an immersive and welcoming ambiance that complements the delectable flavours on the menu, making dining at YouMee a delightful sensory experience.

“We're excited to bring YouMee to Noida, where we look forward to becoming a part of this dynamic and diverse community. Our commitment to delivering delicious and authentic Asian cuisine is what sets YouMee apart, and we can't wait to share our culinary passion with the people of Noida '' said Mr. Rohit Aggarwal, Co-founder and Managing Director of Lite Bite Foods.

In the journey of expansion, the brand's commitment to delivering a diverse and authentic Asian culinary experience takes a significant step forward. This chapter marks the beginning of an exciting journey, promising to delight local residents and visitors with its tantalising menu, welcoming ambiance, and unwavering dedication to culinary excellence. YouMee invites all to join in the adventure and savour the extraordinary fusion of tastes and culture that the brand represents.

As part of the company's continued global expansion, P.F. Chang's® opened a new location in Bangalore with plans to open more locations in Mumbai and other cities in India.

Bringing the world renowned Asian-inspired dining experience to the country for the first time, the group has joined hands with Gourmet Investments Pvt Ltd and and HMSHost, part of Dufry Group as a franchisee partner.

"We're thrilled to welcome India as the next country in our network of global locations. As we enter our 30th year in business, it couldn't be a better time to invest in our growth and share the P.F. Chang's experience with even more guests,” said Kristen Briede, President of Global Brands & Retail at P.F. Chang's.

On September 3rd, the first location, operated by HMSHost, opened in Terminal 2 of the Bangalore International Airport, providing a premier dining experience for travelers. Estimated later this year, P.F. Chang's expansion will also reach Mumbai with the opening of an all-new bistro location operated by GIPL. 

The franchisee, GIPL also plans to launch locations in Delhi National Capital Region in 2024.

While every country and culture are unique, P.F. Chang's aims to deliver a consistent, modern dining experience for all guests around the world. 

With more than 25,000 corporate and franchise employees around the world P.F. Chang's continues to fast-track its global expansion and growth by targeting new international locations in Europe, Southeast Asia, and South America. Additional restaurant openings planned for 2023 and 2024 include Guyana, Salt Lake City International Airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Shepard Air Force Base near Wichita Falls, Texas.

"As we continue to scale our international business and growth in new markets, we look forward to establishing long-term partnerships with new franchisees and are committed to providing ongoing guidance and support," said Rafik Farouk, Senior Director of Business Development at P.F. Chang's.

Founded in 1993 by Philip Chiang and Paul Fleming, P.F. Chang's is the first internationally recognized multi-unit Asian culinary brand to honor and celebrate the 2,000-year-old tradition of wok cooking as the center of the guest experience and has more than 300 restaurants in more than 20 countries.
 

The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat has appointed Ablu Bhowmick as Sous Chef at its Asian restaurant Nori.

He brings with him over a decade of experience in curating authentic dining experiences and culinary dexterity.

Chef Ablu’s current role includes keeping up with the latest trends and preferences of patrons in Kolkata and providing the most inventive culinary products in catering at Nori.

He will also be responsible for the safe and seamless operations of the award-winning restaurant and for making The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat a gastronomic powerhouse.

He has worked with top-of-the-line hotel brands like Pride Hotels, Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Marriott International and has been trained under Japanese expert Chef Mayo and also Chef Zhangat, a Michelin star restaurant ZUMA, Miami.

Mumbai-based restaurant brand Sequel that advocates clean, organic eating, has launched its third outlet, in BKC.

The brand is the brainchild of founder & chef Vanika Choudhary.

After a stunning renovation of Sequel’s Bandra space by renowned designer Ashiesh Shah, Choudhary and Shah have reunited on the BKC launch, creating a space that imbues a touch of luxurious seamlessness with Shah’s signature ‘Wabi-Sabi’ aesthetic.

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The BKC location marks the brand’s foray into the formal dining space, with clean eating and the freshest, organic produce remaining, as ever, at the core of Sequel’s philosophy.

In a continued bid to keep Sequel’s vibrant, fresh produce center stage, a monotonal design aesthetic has been chosen, with rough, textured walls, and a patterned, terracotta brick floor.

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The restaurant is divided into three, distinct areas. The first, a  grab-and-go section, allows guests in a hurry to take their favourite order to go. The second is a soft-edged café space, umbrellaed by fluid, oyster-like light fixtures, while a crisply-finished central partition leads into a formal dining room that exudes a sense of subtle luxury, slow living, and refinement. The dining room is enrobed by a warm honey oak wood veneer that runs fluidly from the ground onto the walls and along the gridded façade, highlighting how the design creates a wholesome experience of a sensorial meal.

One of the finest Thai restaurant in Gurgaon, Krua Thai is now open for dinning.

Located at M3M Urbana, Sector 67 Gurugram, it aims to be more than just a restaurant, it’s a celebration of Thailand and the spirit of Thai food. 

The restaurant is following all safety and hygienic guidelines issued by WHO and the government.

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Some of the practices they make at restaurant include; the chefs make it a point to not touch the cooked food and the servers while serving it, regular sterilizing of chopping equipment where the same knife is never used twice before cleaning it. The utensils are washed thoroughly and frequently and made sure they are exposed to some sunlight to kill germs.

To ensure social distancing, the management makes sure to keep at least one table empty between two parties. Also, the staff goes through thermal screening every day.

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Krua Thai embodies the spirit of Thai culture, bring to you authentic thai flavors with a modern Setting. Krua Thai means ‘Thai Kitchen’ was conceptualized and developed by Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group), one of Thailand’s largest conglomerates and food producers with a mission of providing the finest and most authentic Thai food in a modern minimalistic ambiance.

This Independence Day, The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi invites you to a three hour exclusive - one of a kind six course dining experience.

Indulge in a mélange of signature specials at EEST, as they chart a contactless journey to keep your mind and loved ones at a comfortable ease.

“We want our guests to travel through taste. With an exotic set menu that features authentic delicacies from Sichuan, Japan and Thailand, our guests will be teleported by the aromas and taste of Asian cuisine,” shared Chef Anurudh Khanna, Multi Property Executive Chef, The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi and The Westin Sohna Resort and Spa.

With five Private Dining Rooms and individual cubicle seating pattern which is socially distant by design, it allows customers to enjoy a contactless intimate experience.

The team at EEST, The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi is confident of delivering a refined dining experience which is not just flavorful but also compliant with the latest hygiene protocols.

While Sichuan region inspired delicacies such as Mapo Tofu, Crispy Sichuan Chicken and Cumin Lamb will be on the menu, the set six course authentic pan Asian special menu will also feature our Classic Peking Duck, Avocado Sushi Rolls and Dimsums.

Keeping up with the safety promise of the hotel, a digital menu via QR codes will be made available for all the guests upon arrival so that without any server interference they can comfortably view the menu on their personal devices.

Restaurant seating has been reconfigured to maintain a minimum distance of 1.5 meters between tables and hand sanitizers are being placed at all key touch points.

Besides all this the chefs and the associates will be made to change their gloves and sanitize themselves periodically as per recommended guidelines under the watchful eye of the hygiene manager on duty.

• 31^st July 2020

  Malaka Spice starting Weekends with Malaka

  South-east Asian restaurant Malaka Spiceis starting weekend with Malaka from 1st August. The vegetarian brunch that serves 4 is priced at Rs 2000 whereas non-vegetarian brunches are priced at 2500. All brunches include 1 ltr growler Kimaya Vanilla Porter/ 1 ltr Sangria Pre-Mix with Fratelli Wines. To place order call them directly for home delivery or grab ‘n’ go from Koregaon Park outlet.

• California Pizza Kitchen files for bankruptcy, to exit in less than 3 months

  Casual dining restaurant chain California Pizza Kitchen has filed for bankruptcy. It operates more than 200 restaurants in the US and abroad. “For many restaurants, the Covid-19 pandemic will be the greatest challenge they will ever face; for some, it may also be their last,” said, James Hyatt, CEO in a declaration filed as part of the bankruptcy.

• Dunkin’ Donuts to close 800 outlets in the US

  Donut chain Dunkin' Donuts is closing about 8% of its locations in the US.With this, the coffee chain would permanently shut close to 800 restaurants in the country. More than half of the closures are in Speedway convenience stores, a change it previously announced in February.

• 30^th July 2020

  United Coffee House is now back in action

  United Coffee House is now open for dine-in from 12:30 PM onwards. “To keep everyone safe, we have adopted all the necessary precautions laid down by WHO,” shared the restaurant on its Facebook page. They have also partnered with Zomato, Swiggy for delivery. They are also doing it through Wefast, pidge.

• 29^th July 2020

  Malaka Spice resumes dine-in at Nashik, delivery in Pune

  Inspired South east Asian Restaurant Malaka Spice has opened for dine-in at Vallonne Vineyards at Nashik. The restaurant is doing home delivery and grab 'n' go from their Koregaon Park location. They have also initiated their own delivery fleet and have also partnered with Swiggy, Zomato and Dunzo.

• The Piano Man will be back in action from 1st August

  After a few months of trying times, The Piano Man is cautiously opening for customers from 1st August. The concept- bar will be open from Tuesday to Sunday from 12 PM to 8 PM for limited dine-in and delivery. “We will be deciding when to open our Gurugram outlet after testing waters,” it said in a Facebook post.

• 28^th July 2020

  Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi now open in Abudhabi

  Contemporary classic Indian dining destination Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi is now open for guests at Emirates Palace Abudhabi. “We are now open to give you a delectable dining experience,” shared an Instagram post by Chef Oberoi by adding that they are now welcoming guests at the restaurant.

• Now get gourmet, fine quality food delivered from Saby’s Deli

  During the pandemic when restaurant business has come to halt, Saby has launched Saby’s Deli- Soulful Decadence, a gourmet, fine quality food cooked personally by him. The dishes are cooked at home kitchen in very hygienic conditions and the produce are mechanically processed (untouched by human hands) at top-notch facilities in the USA/ Scandinavian Countries.

• 27^th July 2020

  Burma Burma is now operational at Cyberhub Gurgaon

  Burma Burma is now serving all your favourites at Cyberhub, Gurgaon. The restaurant is open for dine in, delivery and takeaway. Earlier this month, it resumed operations in Delhi & Bengaluru. The restaurant is following best of class safety & hygiene standards. It has also started delivery in Mumbai in early July.

• Cincin now delivering across Mumbai

  The lively, bustling, all-day Cicchetti & Wine bar Cincin in Mumbai is delivering the freshest pizzas only. “Just looking at all these beautiful pizzas may not make your day, so it's time that you order one as we’re delivering across Mumbai,” shared the Facebook post by the restaurant. You can place your order on Swiggy or call them directly to get this freshly baked goodness home.

• Estella in Mumbai now open for intimate weddings

  State of the art restaurant Estella in Mumbai is now open for intimate weddings. Located at the Juhu beach, the restaurant is taking bookings for 2020/21. It is known for its Modern Australian cuisine, an intersection of European and Asian flavors. The décor is done by Praana by Azuli.

• 25^th July 2020

  Black Market Goa now open for dine-in

  Modern culinary bar, Black Market Goa that is known for its sustainable and locally sourced organic produce in a fun and intimate setting has reopened its door for diners. The restaurant is open dining from Dine-ins from 12-8 PM. It is also available for home deliveries from12-3 PM & 7-10 PM.

• SodaBottleOpenerWala is now delivering in Andheri West, Lokhandwala

  Have you been missing some crunchiest vadapav and berry pulao from Iranian-restaurant SodaBottleOpenerWala? So, here’s a good news for you as as it is now delivering in Andheri West and Lokhandwala. You can order your favourite Bombay and Parsi delicacies from Swiggy and Zomato.

• 24^th July 2020

  Café Staywoke now open for dine-in

  Gourmet Casual-fine food, Café Staywoke is now open for dine-in. You can walk-in straight to the restaurant or place order on Zomato, Swiggy for a scrumptious meal. Food here is an amalgamation of global flavors and Indian influences. Do try some of their signatures like "Duck Madras Curry" and "Mushroom Vol-au-Vent".

• Bastian reopens its bakery line for delivery, pickup

  Bastian, a modern seafood-forward, vegetarian-friendly fun dine is now open for their bakery line. “We’ve missed you and hope you’ve missed us too! Our bakery will be ready to serve you via delivery, takeaway or curbside pickup,” shared the restaurant in the social media post. Their chocolate Waffles now available in All Day selection, every day from 12pm-9:30pm.

• Café Dighent is open for dine-in

  European food and bakery café Dighent is open for dine-in, delivery. “ Dine-In Now Open ‘You’re meant to live a life full of passion, purpose, magic and miracles,” shared a Facebook post by the café. You can call them directly to order food.

• 23^rd July 2020

  Sanchez now resumes dine-in

  Tex mex cuisine restaurant Sanchez is now open for dine in at its UB City and Indiranagar outlet. The restaurant is also available for delivery from Sanchez, UB City. You can place order now through Zomato or Dunzo. So, gauge on some mocktails, chimichangas, tacos and dessert in Sanchez style.

• Chinese-bar Cantan now open for delivery

  Chinese-bar House Cantan in Bengaluru is now open for delivery. “Our restaurant may be closed, but our kitchen is open,” shared an Instagram post by the restaurant. The new delivery-only menu features best of Cantan’s Cantonese. You can order via Zomato, Swiggy or Dunzo. It is following all safety and hygiene standards while preparing your favourite meal.

• 22^nd July 2020

  Café Tonino now open for dine-in at Chandigarh

  Italian café, Tonino is now open for dine-in at Chandigarh. The café is also doing delivery and takeaway from its MG Road outlet in Gurgaon. You can call them and place order or book reservation. “ Serving you the best with the utmost safety! Dine with us,” shared the post on its FaceBook page.

• Woodbox Café starts delivery, outlets at few locations

  Youth café Woodbox has re-opened doors for diners at its Indirapuram outlets and is also doing delivery in other parts of the city. The restaurant is following all safety and precautions as directed by WHO. So, you can order from them or walk in for a scrumptious foodie journey.

• 21^st July 2020

  The Grammar Room is back in action again

  All-Day café at Mehrauli, The Grammar Room is back in action and is open for dine-in. The restaurant is also doing takeaway and delivery. “We’re taking all the precautions to keep you & your food safe. Sealed with a charm & delivered via tamper-proof packaging via @pidge_mobility,” shared the Facebook post by the café. You can directly call or whatsapp them from 12 noon till 9:00 pm for placing your order.

• CCD shuts over 280 cafes

  Homegrown coffee chain Cafe Coffee Day has closed operations of around 280 outlets in the first quarter of the current fiscal year. The group has citied profitability issues and likely future increase in expenses, a company statement said.

• 20^th July 2020

  Carnatic Café re-starts dine-in at multiple outlets in NCR

  South-Indian restaurant Carnatic Café is now open for dine-in at Meherchand Market, Gurgaon and GK-2 M-Block Market. You can also place order on Zomato/Swiggy to enjoy south Indian delicacies at home from their outlets. They are also doing takeaway from their restaurants and are adhering to all safety norms.

• Whiz Café resumes delivery operations

  Casual dining restaurant Whiz Café is now delivering delicious foods directly to your doorstep. “Whiz Cafe is back with a specially curated menu, prepared and delivered with utmost hygiene,” it shared on a Facebook post. The restaurant has partnered with Zomato for online delivery.

• Nom Nom now delivering till 2 AM

  Asian restaurant chain Nom Nom is now delivering food till 2 AM. This is valid only from its Bandra outlet on every Friday and Saturday. Customers can call them directly to place order. You can also place order from their Versova outlet. The restaurant is doing delivery and takeaway from 12-4 PM and 7-11 PM everyday.

• 19^th July 2020

  Karims’ at MG Road welcomes customers as its opens door for dine-in

  Mughlai food restaurant Karim’s at MG Road, Gurgaon has started dine-in. The restaurant is working at a 50% capacity. The restaurant ensures of 100% safe, healthy and clean food in a sanitized environment based on WHO guidelines. The restaurant encourages contactless dining via QR code available on each table.

• Imly starts dine-in at Karol Bagh

  Imly Karol Bagh is open for Dine-in now with all the safety precautions. So don’t crave for your favourite food, head to the restaurant for a chatpata stopover. They are also doing delivery from Rajinder Place, Rajouri Garden, Karol Bagh, Ashok Vihar and Jail Road via Zomato, Swiggy.

• IHCL launches gourmet food delivery platform Qmin

  Indian Hotels Company Limited’s (IHCL) launches Qmin, a gourmet food delivery platform. It will be delivering dishes from the treasured restaurants of Taj, Vivanta and SeleQtions to the comfort of your home, is the first phase of the much awaited Qmin launch in the National Capital.

• 18^th July 2020

  Kimono at the Chanakya now open for limited dine-in

  Fine-dining place Kimono at The Chanakya is ready for limited dine-in. The restaurant is also doing takeaway and delivery through Zomato, Swiggy. “Thrilled to announce we are ready for takeaway, delivery and open for limited dine in serving up signature #sushi, #dimsum, mains and dessert,” read the Facebook Post by the restaurant. They are adhering to all WHO standards of safety and sanitation.

• The Fatty Bao now open for delivery, takeaway in Delhi

  Asian-fusion restaurant The Fatty Bao has started delivery and takeaway in Delhi. The restaurant will be delivering from its Khan Market outlet. They have also launched a delivery special menu. You can place order on Zomato, Swiggy. So, why wait binge on some asian delicacies today.

• 17^th July 2020

  Baskin Robbins starts delivery, offers month-long sale

  Ice-cream brand Baskin Robbins is doing delivery of your favourite ice-cream. The brand has also launched 31 exquisite flavours this season. Use code SWIGGYIT on Swiggy and MAXSAFETY on Zomato to avail discount on all flavours. The offer is applicable in south and west regions only.

• Pind Balluchi open for delivery

  North Indian family restaurant, bar Pind Balluchi is doing delivery of your favourite food online. Known for their home delivery services, the group is following all safety norms. So, order your favourite kesar badam thandai, Pind Dhaba meat and many such delicacies now.

• 16^th July 2020

  Café Dori now open for dine-in

  “@nappadori Warehouse, Dhan Mill Compound is open for business with a whole new summer menu and speciality coffee along with your favourite Nappa Dori products” shared the Facebook post by the restaurant. The café is taking all precautions adhering to government guidelines, and are waiting to welcome their patrons with not-so-open arms but big smiles under our protective masks!

• Bombay Sweet Shop starts delivery

  Bringing back the Magic of Mithai and Bombay Sweet Shop open for delivery from 15th July onwards! Bombay Sweet Shop is a celebration of India inspired sweets that have moulded our happiest occasions. You can order sweet treats from Swiggy, Zomato and their website www.bombaysweetshop.com, two days prior and make your days sweeter.

• The Black Sheep Bistro shut shops, merges with sister brand

  The Black Sheep Bistro, Goa has shut shops and has temporarily shifted premises to their sister restaurant café ‘Blackmarket Goa’. “We are now open for dine-ins between 12-3 pm & 7-9 pm,” it shared on a Facebook post. “We shall be serving a combined but limited menu with wholesome dishes,” it added.

• 15^th July 2020

  Café Diggin open for takeaway, delivery

  Missing! Delicious Italian food, quirky and cosy European café Diggin has started delivery and takeaway of your favourite food. You can pick the order from the restaurant or can call order. Customers can also place order via Zomato. The café is delivering safely & securely at your doorsteps.

• Eat Mindful, Shop Artisanal, Raise Awareness, AnnaMaya is open for delivery

  AnnaMaya at Andaz Delhi is doing delivery and take away of their specialized menu. Customers can place order online through the restaurant page or can place order on their whatsapp number. They are also delivering DIY kits prepared safely to your doorstep.

• Ohri’s launches '????? ????a????'

  The group has launched their first takeaway store out of Hotel Baseraa on 13th July 2020, soon to be followed by 3 other takeaway centers across the city. Their takeaway offerings are aptly suited to deliver to the growing demand for delicious & hygienic food with highest safety standards in mind.

• 14^th July 2020

  Momo King launches cloud kitchens across Delhi NCR

  Momo King, an authentic Himalayan Momo joint has now signed 5 cloud kitchens and will soon start its operations to deliver its delectable momos across Delhi NCR by the end of July. Looking out for other relevant locations in Delhi NCR, the brand plans to expand its business by launching over 20-25 cloud kitchens by the year-end.

• ITC partners with Zomato for responsible dining

  Showcasing the finest culinary traditions through its globally acclaimed signature brands ITC Hotels has partnered with Zomato to further strengthens ITC Hotels’ pan India distribution footprint for home delivery and takeaway. This will widen the outreach of the chain’s signature culinary offerings to thousands of customers.

• 13^th July 2020

  Burma Burma is back now at Select CityWalk Delhi, Bengaluru

  Burma Burma is now serving all your favourites in Delhi & Bengaluru. The Burmese restaurant is now open for dine in, delivery & takeaway Select CityWalk in Delhi; Bengaluru. The restaurant is following best of class safety & hygiene standards. It has also started delivery in Mumbai.

• Yum Yum Cha is now operating at DLF Promenade,Cyberhub and Khan Market

  Pan-Asian Bistro Yum Yum Cha is now open for dine-in at DLF Promenade, DLF Cyberhub and Khan Market is serving customers now. The meal is paired with a safe & hygienic dining experience. “Your health and safety continues to remain our top priority. We have disposable cutlery, individually packed sauces and unlimited bottled mineral water to limit touch points. The table layout is social distancing friendly and all surfaces thoroughly cleaned after each use,” said a Facebook post by the restaurant.

• 12^th July 2020

  Kylin experience now open at chandigarh, Ludhiana, Aerocity

  Known for catering most authentic far eastern culture, Asian-restaurant chain Kylin has re-opened for customers at Delhi, Gurgaon, Ludhiana and Chandigarh. “We are all set to fight this pandemic!! As our lives get back to new normal so we are stepping up to embrace normalcy. Our warriors await to serve you taking all precautions to make dining a safe experience,” shared Kylin on the Facebook post.

• La Bouchée d'Or Pune to shut shop from 13th to 18th July

  French bakery café La Bouchée d'Or Pune to shut shop from 13th to 18th due to strict lockdown in the city. The café is working today to bake your favourite bread. So, you can order the breads today and will deliver as they can. The French bakery chain is known for healthy and natural, free from preservatives, additives, and essences products.

• 11^th July 2020

  Punjab Grill is open for dine-in, delivery at Aerocity

  North-Indian fine-dining restaurant chain by Lite Bite Foods is open for dine-in, delivery and takeaway at Worldmark 1, Aerocity, New Delhi. “Waited a bit long but it's been worth it, we are now open for dine-in, delivery and take away at Aerocity! All this while our team was putting their best efforts to ensure a safe dining haven for you,” read the Facebook post by the restaurant.

• Biryani Blues introduces supermeals, focuses on delivery

  Biryani-brand Biryani Blues is known for its super delicious biryani in Delhi-NCR. Recently, the restaurant group announced supermeals that are immunity booster for customers. The restaurant chain is focusing on delivery. Also, they have a special Buy 1 & Get 1 Free offer valid from Monday - Friday!

• Ashish Kapur announces pop-up avatar for his restaurants

  Ashish Kapur who owns Whisky Samba, Kimono Club and The Wine Company to name a few has announced a pop-up avatar for his restaurants for the next couple of months. “Missing Whisky Samba- Kimono- Wine Company? Worry not cause we will be back soon,” he shared in an Instagram post.

• 10^th July 2020

  Café Tesu is now open for dine-in & delivery

  If you are missing on some delicious breakfast, artisanal coffee, French pastry, head on to Café Tesu at Essex farm as it has re-opened its door for customers. The café is open from 11:30 am to 10:00 pm. The café is also doing delivery and takeaway.

• JW Marriott Pune presents classics from its kitchens this weekend

  Take a trip down memory lane this weekend, as JW Marriott present classics from the Kitchens of JW Marriott Pune through their contactless delivery menu. Keeping health and safety as number one priority, they have ensured that the entire process right from food preparation to delivery complies with all the strict hygiene standards.

• 9^th July 2020

  Fun-Asian restaurant Mamagoto is back in action at Khan Market

  Fun-Asian cuisine restaurant chain Mamagoto has resumed its operation at Khan Market. “We are ready for dine-in from 12:00pm - 9:30pm, Monday to Sunday,” said a post on Facebook by the restaurant chain. The restaurant is adhering to all safety guidelines as customer safety is its priority.

• Kanisha by Atul Kochhar now open for dine-in

  Indian Fine-Dining restaurant Kanishka by Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar has now reopened for dine-in. The restaurant is open for Lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Sunday. The restaurant is also open for delivery. “Experience Atul Kochhar’s incredible spice palette and enjoy the benefits of the warming & aromatic spices, blending ancient Indian techniques with his unique innovative vision,” said the restaurant post.

• Greek restaurant Thalassa is doing delivery, takeaway

  Greek Restaurant Thalassa in Goa is open for delivery and takeaway in the city. Their new takeaway place is now located in Anjuna . “We are also happy to deliver to you (our entire menu items are also available but require 24 hours notice, and there is also a minimum order requirement) Stay safe Goa,” said the statement. It is presently delivering to Anjuna, Arpora, Assagaon, Siolim and Vagator for a minimum billing of RS 500.

• 8^th July 2020

  Jamun at Lodhi Colony is now back in action

  Authentic Indian cuisine restaurant Jamun at Lodhi Colony is now open for delivery and take away. “The kind of news that'll brighten up your day- WE ARE BACK! #saferandstronger. Jamun is now open for takeaway and deliveries starting today and we couldn't be happier. So order away the comfort food you've been craving through this lockdown,” shared the restaurant on its Face Book page.

• SBEH starts delivery at its Indian Restaurant Jantar Mantar

  Order you favourite Indian delicacy from Jantar Mantar now. Customers can call the restaurant number directly or place order on Swiggy or Zomato for a scrumptious north-Indian meal that you have been missing during lockdown period. The restaurant is open for delivery across Bandra, Juhu and Andheri.

• 7^th July 2020

  deGustibus to close four restaurants in Mumbai

  deGustibus Hospitality which was one of the first restaurant group in India to launch fine-dining standalone restaurant Indigo in 1999 has announced closure of its four brands. The group is closing its all-day dining and bar D:OH! In Thane and Andheri(w), All-day breakfast Indigo Deli in Kurla and Shosha in navi Mumbai.

• Nom Nom starts delivery, takeaway

  Asian Bar and restaurant Nom Nom has started contactless delivery in Juhu/Bandra and Versova. It is also doing takeaway from its restaurant from 12-4:00 PM and 7:00-11:00 PM. Customers can order from Zomato, Swiggy or Scootsy.

• Bagban’s Restaurants open for takeaway

  Pune’s famous north-Indian and mughal cuisine restaurant has started takeaway in the city. Customers can either pick their food from East Street, Camp or Bizzbay Mall, Undri Road. You can also call on the restaurant number and place order.

• 6^th July 2020

  China Bistro reopens for dine-in Dubai

  Foodlink Restaurants that owns China Bistro has reopened its Dubai outlet for customer after almost three month. Focusing on quality and safety as top priority, China Bistro is open for dine-in from 11 am till midnight every day. The restaurant is also open for delivery and takeaway. Customers can place order on Zomato and Talabat or can call directly to the restaurant to place order.

• Pune’s famous Garden Vadapav opens for delivery

  Known for their crunchiest vadapav, Garden Vadapav at Camp, Pune has started delivery and take away of its food. Customers can place order via Zomato or Swiggy or can collect the same from Garden Vadapav at Camp. They can place the order anytime between 9 am to 8 pm.

• Punjab Grill starts dine-in in Singapore from June

  North-Indian restaurant chain operated by Lite Bite Foods has started dine-in operations in Singapore. Located at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, No. 2, Bayfront Avenue, Singapore, it will be operating with all restrictions and customers are advised to pre-book the seat.

• 5^th July 2020

  Imly the Chatpata stopover starts delivery

  QSR chain Imly is delivering your favourite cravings safely at your doorstep. Customers can also avail a 40% discount when order online. The restaurants has partnered with Zomato, Swiggy for delivery. Presently, it is delivering from 5 locations out of 8 that includes; Rajinder Place, Rajouri Garden, Karol Bagh, Ashok Vihar and Jail Road.

• Silver Beach Café to deliver its Keto Coffee now

  Mumbai-based Silver Beach Café has started delivery of its keto coffee. The same is available for takeaway from its outlet. The restaurant is open for delivery in Bandra/Juhu area and Andheri(W). The restaurant is delivering all types of keto, vegan and gluten-free products.

• 4^th July 2020

  The Kimono Club starts delivery of its food, DIY cocktail kits

  The Kimono Club at The Chanakya is back and delivering your favourite sushi, dimsum, ice cream cake jars, DIY cocktail kits etc at your doorstep. Customers can call or whatsapp at the restaurants number to place the order or can place it via Zomato. The restaurant is adhering to all WHO safety protocols and assures its customer a hygienic and safe experience.

• Mirchi & Mime, Madeira & Mime announces permanent closure

  SquareMealFoods that owns popular restaurants Mirchi & Mime and Madeira & Mime has announced the permanent closure of both the restaurants at their current location. “With great sadness, we announce the permanent closure of both our restaurants owing to Covid, and subsequent breakdown with our landlord toward amicable lease terms,” said the statement.

• Music & Mountains at GK-1, Delhi re-starts dine-in

  The hill side café Music & Mountains at GK-1, Delhi is now open for dine-in. The customers can do the reservation or walk-in to have their favourite food and drink. The café is open from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm. They have also partnered with Swiggy and Zomato for online delivery.

• 3^rd July 2020

  Casual Dining chain Barbeque Nation goes live at select cities

  Casual Dining chain Barbeque Nation goes live at select cities including Bangalore, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Kochi, Jaipur to name a few. It is also delivering your favourite dishes @ your door step with BBQ in a box. If you are planning to visit the outlet, please call them and reserve beforehand. Also, you can place your order via Swiggy, Zomato.

• Pan-Asian Restaurant Kylin starts delivery in Delhi, Gurgaon

  One of the finest pan-Asian restaurant Kylin has started delivery in Gurgaon, Delhi. The food is delivered sanitised, safe and hygienic. “We are following the best practices to ensure all our orders are prepared and delivered with 100% safety,” shared the Facebook post by the restaurant. Customers can place order via calling them on the restaurants number directly.

• Signature Club Resort introduces Workation defining new normal

  Considering how important safety and hygiene practices have become in times like these, Signature Club Resort (SCR) already boasts of high standards of housekeeping and hygiene, where five star-grade cleaning products and upgraded protocols are currently in use. The Workation comes with exciting packages, each with irresistible offers on F&B, Rooms, Sports Facilities, and many more.

• 2^nd July 2020

  Cool Cream Milano to resume dine-in by next week

  Cool Cream Milano that runs over 150+ outlets in India and global market will resume dining of its 30% outlets by next week. The brand own restaurants like Sera Tapas Bar and Restaurant, Benjarong, Teppan, Ente Keralam, China Town, Writer’s Cafe, The Marina, VaPho, Chettiyar Veedu to name a few. Presently, it is doing delivery and takeaway from 70% of its outlets.

• Starbucks to open India’s first drive-thru at Zirakpur

  Coffee chain Tata Starbucks is opening India’s first drive-thru store at Zirakpur near Chandigarh. The café will be operational from 10th July. The group announced its entry into the driv-thru segment earlier in April. Starbucks opened its first store in India in October 2012 and it operates 186 Starbucks stores in 11 cities across India.

• 1^st July 2020

  Mag St Bread Co to deliver throughout Mumbai, partners with Near Store

  Mag St Bread Co by Magazine Street Kitchen has partnered with Near Store to deliver their freshly baked items online. Known for their glorious range of breads, they are delivering throughout Mumbai now. The customers can not only place bakery orders but also products from La Folie du Chocolat, Butternut Co, Bono Ice Creams, Imported Cheese and lot more. Customers can order by 4 PM for next day delivery.

• CP to lose more than 50 restaurants, bars

  With coronavirus pandemic hitting the restaurant sector, Delhi’s one of the prominent and oldest food and nightlife hub might lose more than 50 outlets in the coming months. According to the reports, the restaurants have failed to pay the rentals for last three months and also new guidelines of reduced operating hours, alcohol ban in restaurants are some of the reasons for closure.

• Big Fat Sandwich reopens outlet at 3 locations

  Sandwich chain Big Fat sandwich has reopened doors for its customers at GK2, Hauz Khas and Gurgaon. It is also delivering in NCR and has partnered with Zomato, Swiggy for the safe delivery of its products. The café is operational from 9 am to 9 PM. So, head on to your favourite sandwich place for some cheesy sandwiches.

• 30^th June 2020

  Starbucks reopens dine in seven cities, home delivery and takeaway to continue

  Coffee chain Tata Starbucks today announced that it will resume dine-in service at select stores in Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara with elevated cleaning and sanitizing protocols. Stores will operate with 50% seating capacity to allow for social distancing between customers and partners (employees).

• Prankster, Pirates of Grill begin dine-in in Chandigarh

  Inderjeet Singh Banga who owns Pirates of Grill and Prankster have resumed operations of both the restaurant in Chandigarh. Whereas, he has started delivery of Pirates of Grill in Delhi-NCR. The restaurant chain has partnered with Zomato, Swiggy for the delivery. They are using stringent processes and practising all hygienic measures to ensure customer safety.

• The Bierre Club Bangalore starts dine-in

  The Biere Club opens its doors for dine-in service from June. The brewery has implemented strict distancing and sanitizing measures for customer safety. Also, Are you badly missing to sip a cold mug of craft beer with finger licking food, you can do online orders or take away from this place. The bar is opened from 12 PM to 9 PM.

• 29^th June 2020

  Café Delhi Heights resumes operation of 4 outlets

  Café Delhi Heights resumes operations at Khan Market, Rajouri Garden, Sangam Courtyard and Janakpuri. Customers can experience the same Cafe Delhi Heights buzzing ambiance in a new way. The café chain is serving meals by adhering to the WHO recommended hygiene and safety protocols.

• Pune’s famous Kayani Bakery partners with Zomato for delivery

  Known for their Shrewsbury Biscuits Kayani Bakery has partnered with food aggregator Zomato to deliver their cakes and biscuits in the city. The bakery was started in 1955 and is considered one of the finest and iconic bakeries of Pune. It is delivering only five of their best selling biscuits on the menu - Shrewsbury, Nankhatai, Brazil Nut, Ginger and Orange Biscuits.

• 28^th June 2020

  Shiv Sagar resume operations of six outlets, venture into delivery

  Vegetarian restaurant chain Shiv Sagar has reopened its door with six outlets in Mumbai and neighboring region. Started with a dream of serving healthy fast food in 1990 by 1990 by N.T Poojari, it is running 16 outlets as of now. The restaurant is open for delivery and takeaway and the customers can place order on Swiggy, Zomato.

• The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore launches two restaurants during the new normal

  The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore has re-imagined the luxury dining concept with the launch of 99 Pop-Up Restaurants. The guests can relish signature dishes from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants in the privacy and comfort of Ritz-Carlton’s guest room. Also, there is an alfresco restaurant by the poolside, with exclusive and limited seating. Open-air and under the stars, dining is in private cabanas.

• Dessert café AMA to start delivery for the first time

  One of the best cafes for desserts at Majnu ka Tila in New Delhi is opening its doors again from 1st of July. The café offers some of the best Tiramisu, Banoffee Pie and cheesecake, it will also open for the delivery for the first time since its inception.

• 27^th June 2020

  Seasonal Tastes at The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi opens door for customers

  The brand new Seasonal tastes menu offers a perfect blend of hearty options including favourites from Prego (Italian) and EEST (Pan Asian). Special immunity boosters have also been introduced; that are a concoction of wonder ingredients and are proven to be a storehouse of antioxidants, especially for the current scenario. The menu also has options of healthy bowls like – Organic quinoa and summer vegetables bowl and Marinated shrimp salad bowl.

• 26^th June 2020

  Lite Bite Foods forays into cloud kitchens, to open first kitchen in August

  Focusing on the fast-growing food delivery market, Lite Bite Foods is all set to leverage its expertise in managing well-established and trusted F&B brands, to create an entirely disruptive and large cloud kitchen model. The F&B giant is planning to roll-out 36 cloud kitchens over the course of 3 years, targeting 5 cities with an investment of approx. INR 25Cr.

• 25^th June 2020

  Chef Vikramjit Roy Launches Asian Eatery Hello Panda in Gurgaon

  Operations at hello Panda has begun with home delivery and will go on to become dine-in restaurants across Delhi-NCR in the coming months. Hello Panda is an Asian gourmet brand called, envisioned as an amalgamation of opulence and glamour with delicious, Pan-Asian comfort food. The all-new playful, fun brand stands to bring gourmet Pan Asian dishes that are both affordable and unique.

• 24^th June 2020

  As McDonald’s reopens doors for customers, Ronald McDonald is sporting a mask- Are you

  The QSR chain’s iconic mascot is asking customers to stay safe. In an innovative activation by brand McDonald’s, the iconic Ronald McDonald statues will now be seen sporting masks across all outlets to encourage more and more people to adopt safe practices to prevent spread of the pandemic.

• 23^rd June 2020

  Glasshouse at Hilton Garden Inn Gurgaon Baani Square reopens doors

  Hilton Garden Inn reopens their first All-Day-Dining outlet, Glasshouse recently in accordance with the norms put forth by WHO along with the all new menu for a brighter and better experience to each guest. With increased cleaning frequency in public areas, focus on high touch points like light switches, elevator push button, remote etc. and evaluation of using new technologies we are sure to stay abreast with the changes and provide a safe experience to all our guests.

• 22^nd June 2020

  Premium Bakery chain Lopera re-opens six outlets

  The Covid-19 and the associated restrictions imposed at varying degrees by governmental authorities across the world caught most industries and the quasi majority of normal citizens off guard with little or no time to prepare. The bakery chain which has over 18 cafes spread across NCR and Dehradun opened only 6 outlets including Khan Market, Civil Lines, Vasant Lok, Green Park, GK2 in Delhi and one in Dehradun to ensure its staff and customers safety.

• 21^st June 2020

  Travel Food Services is ensuring safety at Airport Lounges and F&B

  Due to COVID-19 virus, airports across India have taken unprecedented steps as the world around us has changed 360 degrees in the last few weeks. “For us the safety of our teams and customers is paramount, and therefore we are taking precautionary measures to ensure the maximum level of safety. We are strongly emphasizing our sanitization procedures across all our formats across India and have set in processes and training to create safe zones for our customers and employees,” shared the statement.

• 20^th June 2020

  Asia’s biggest brewpub Byg Brewski re-opens door for customers

  With top-notch hygiene practices and an even more spacious seating arrangement than before, the brewery has ensured that nothing hinders customers from having a great time. The group has also put extra emphasis on their home delivery options for those who want to enjoy the dishes straight from their kitchen to their living room.

Aigens, the APAC market leader of innovative restaurant technology is helping F&B organizations to expand their services to offer cashless payment, delivery and takeaway options.

The technology player that has offices in Hong Kong, Singapore and China, enables F&B organizations in APAC to connect with all major sales channels at once, such as Deliveroo, Foodpanda and Grab Food.

The Aigens platform simplifies the logistics of ordering and paying, which helps enhance the F&B organizations’ operational efficiency. This is especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic as food delivery and takeaway services have experienced unprecedented demand withconsumers staying home and food establishments limited to takeaway and delivery services only.        

For F&B organizations, Aigens solutions take only a few days to install. Because theplatform exists in the cloud, Aigens can organize everything remotely and F&B organizations won’t need any additional hardware like payment terminals, checkout systems or POS systems. The platform offers centralized menu management and seamlessly sends orders to the F&B organization’s POS system. A one-stop dashboard monitors performance across platforms.

Aigens’ platform can be easily linked to from the existing corporate website and social media accounts. Once linked, the food establishment’s patrons can choose to order for pick-up or delivery depending on what therestaurant offers.

“We are convinced that F&B organizations and customers will appreciate the advantages of the payment, delivery and takeaway options during this challenging time. For F&B organizations, the Aigens software opens up possibilities to strengthen customer loyalty,” said Hans Paul, Co-founder at Aigens.

To further enhance their services, Aigens worked with Google Pay Singapore who recently rolled out new features that help consumers discover food establishments and their menus from the app.

The Order Food feature gives Google Pay users the option to order food for pick-up within the app, while the Menu Discovery feature allows browsing of menus and direct placement of orders and payments with the food establishment.

“Aigens and Google have a shared vision to provide consumers with simple, easy to use services that make their lives easier. The partnership couldn’t be timelier as contactless menu browsing and cashless payments reduces physical contact to help contain the spread of COVID-19,” Paul added.

Established by Co-Founders Hans Paul and Peter Liu in 2012, Aigens innovative technology enables self-ordering solutions using smart phone, tablet and in-store kiosk. Last February Aigens announced to have processed 41 Million transactions for the year ending January 2020 – a record high for the company and up 146% from the year before. Aigens’ innovative solutions are adopted by a global clientele: Brisbane Airport, Paris Airport, Hong Kong Airport, Plaza Premium, Burger King, Pizza Hut, Oliver’s Super Sandwiches, Pizza Express, Genki Sushi, Maxim’s.

Restaurants and bars in the country to remain shut during the nationwide lockdown which ends on May 3 as per the new guidelines issued by the govt on Wednesday.

However, dhabas (eateries) alongside highways will remain open, the Union Home Ministry said in the guidelines.

During the first phase of the lockdown, many truck drivers were reportedly stranded without food as states sealed their borders and refused entry.

The sector has also supported the Hon’ble Prime Minister in fulfilling his vision of compassion and care for the underprivileged and daily wage earners during the current crisis. In his address to the nation earlier today, PM Modi appealed to every Indian to accord topmost priority to providing food to the daily wage workers.

Meanwhile, restaurant industry is continuously asking for help from the Govt to stop the sector from loosing employees and workers. On Monday, NRAI also wrote a letter to Niti Ayog for unemployment pay cover to all employees covered under the ESIC Act in full till lockdown and 50% post that till March-2021. The Restaurant Industry with an annual turnover of approximately INR 4 Lakh Crore and providing direct employment to over 7 million Indians is in a very precarious situation currently, fighting a grim battle for its basic survival.

Happy Thai, India’s first indigenous authentic Asian fast-casual dining chain, will soon launch its first restaurant in Worli, Mumbai. The 85-seater restaurant will be offering authentic Thai and Japanese cuisine. 

The food menu provides a compilation of Thai and Japanese favourites, which are prepared whilst preserving the authentic flavours. It consists Creamy Spicy Rock Shrimp, Miso Nasushiglyaki, Ultimate Gyozas, Green Papaya Salad, Yummy Yellow Tail, and Freshwater Tuna and Jalapenos.

Spread over an area of 2,650sq ft, Happy Thai promises to deliver an exceptional cultural experience with its vibrant, welcoming interiors. The new Asian restaurant is the brainchild of businessman Aditya Kilachand.

Kilachand said, “With Happy Thai, we believe in nourishing with soul food. We aim to be the first indigenous authentic Asian fast-casual dining chain in India, and it is our endeavour to offer quality cuisine across demographics to the diverse Indian palate.” 

The Fatty Bao, a premium Asian restaurant, part of Olive Bar and Kitchen Pvt Ltd; is opening its first restaurant in Delhi on 17th August.

Set up by Chef Manu Chandra and hospitality operations expert Chetan Rampal, the popular Asian restaurant is bringing its famous gigantic baos and Panda chopsticks to the city.

Located at Sangam Courtyard, the décor is minimal yet colorful with pendant lamps shaped like ramen bowls, chopsticks and wires shaped like noodles, colorful crockery designed in-house and lots of wall art.

The menu includes Baos steamed buns found in Chinese and Asian meals, sushi, chasu ramen, pork belly, lots of seafood (Fatty Oysters, Miso Cod, Salmon Carpaccio), truffles and a variety of drinks including Mickey Ninja, Fatty Sour and Mandalay Bay, a classic cocktails with a Fatty Bao twist.