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 …
Kolkata based Chinese restaurant chain Chowman expanded its footprint in Bengaluru with the launch of a new outlet in the Rajajinagar neighbourhood. The opening marked another step in the brand’s steady growth in southern India as it continued to bring its signature Indo Chinese cuisine to new audiences. The new restaurant added to Chowman’s growing …
World-renowned mixologist Simone Caporale made a notable visit to India this year, bringing his celebrated expertise in crafting cocktails to the country’s beverage scene. Caporale, who co-founded one of the world’s top bars and has shaped global bar culture over many years, spent time sharing his knowledge and approach with Indian bartenders and hospitality professionals. …
As Holi approached in New Delhi, one of the city’s most iconic hotels turned the festival of colours into a celebration filled with warmth and community spirit. The Ashok Hotel in Chanakyapuri marked the occasion in a way that went beyond music and vibrant powders. Rather than focusing only on grand Holi parties, the hotel …
Ochre Spirits, a premium Indian artisanal spirits brand, has rolled out a thoughtful campaign to mark World Bartender Day on February 24 that goes beyond promoting products to highlight the dignity and respect owed to bartenders in nightlife and hospitality settings. The initiative — titled “They Make Your Night. Don’t Ruin Theirs.” — aims to …
A new restaurant called Vaarta has opened in Sangolda, Goa, offering a fresh take on Indian street food by elevating it into an interactive dining experience. Instead of simply reproducing chaat and snacks, Vaarta seeks to give street-food classics the care, respect and atmosphere they deserve in a thoughtfully restored 160-year-old heritage Goan home that …
