India’s alcoholic beverage market is witnessing a quiet but significant shift—and Radico Khaitan’s Magic Moments vodka is emerging as a key indicator of this change. The brand has crossed the milestone of 8 million cases in sales, reinforcing its dominance with nearly 60% share of India’s vodka market. But beyond the numbers, the achievement reflects …
Mount Everest Breweries Ltd is turning to Goa not just as a new market, but as a strategic gateway to shape its national brand identity. The company’s entry into the state—its 13th operational market—reflects a calculated move to tap into one of India’s most tourism-driven consumption hubs. Rather than focusing only on geographic expansion, the …
India’s craft spirits industry is entering a new phase of diversification, and Third Eye Distillery’s latest move into spiced rum reflects a larger shift beyond gin-led innovation. The company, best known for its premium gin portfolio, has launched “Lost & Found,” a tropical spiced rum in Goa—marking its entry into a category that is seeing …
Mumbai’s dining and nightlife scene is continuing to evolve with the expansion of Downtown29, which has launched its second outlet in the city at Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). The new venue aims to combine global cuisine, crafted cocktails, and a vibrant social atmosphere designed for both dining and nightlife experiences. Spread across approximately 14,000 square …
India’s premium spirits industry is gaining global attention as Camikara, a homegrown rum brand, continues to win major international accolades and challenge the dominance of traditional rum-producing regions. Produced by Piccadilly Agro Industries, Camikara has emerged as a standout example of India’s growing capability in crafting premium spirits. The brand recently achieved global recognition after …
Premium coffee culture in India is gaining momentum as Nestlé India expands the retail presence of its luxury coffee brand Nespresso with a new boutique in Gurugram. The immersive store, located at Ambience Mall Gurgaon, marks another step in the company’s strategy to strengthen its footprint in India’s growing premium coffee segment. The launch follows …
A new dining concept in Bengaluru is redefining the traditional thali experience by blending Southeast Asian street-food flavours into a single platter. The innovative offering has been introduced at Yoichi by Shiro, a market-style restaurant located at Manyata Tech Park. JSM Corporation Pvt. Ltd., the group behind restaurants such as Shiro and Hard Rock Cafe, …
Japanese inspired dining brand Harajuku Tokyo Café & Bakehouse announced plans to expand its presence across several Indian cities as it moved from a niche concept to a larger national brand. The expansion strategy aimed to strengthen its footprint in existing markets while entering new regions across the country. The brand already operated popular outlets …
An immersive culinary experience combining technology and storytelling was introduced at Hilton Bengaluru, where the globally popular dining concept Le Petit Chef made its debut. The interactive show brought a miniature animated chef to life through 3D projection mapping, transforming the dining table into a stage for a unique gastronomic performance. The experience blended digital …
Government policies supporting agricultural technology were seen as a key driver in strengthening food systems and improving farmer livelihoods. Experts said that in the coming years, policy frameworks around agri-tech would play a major role in boosting productivity, improving supply chains and ensuring long-term food security. Agriculture has long remained a central pillar of many …
