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WelcomHeritage Kurki Palace in Jaipur combines historic architecture, family artefacts, accommodation and multiple dining formats as part of its heritage hospitality offering. The property is associated with the Ranbanka Rathore family, which traces its roots to Kurki Fort in Rajasthan’s Pushkar region. Recovered cannons from the fort stand at the entrance, while portraits of 13 previous generations, a handwritten genealogy book and other family heirlooms feature across the property. Read more: tinyurl.com/hz7aukju #LuxuryHospitality #HeritageHotels #RajasthanTourism #IndianHospitality

Ventive Hospitality Ltd has launched YA:LA, a Levantine restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, expanding the hotel’s food and beverage offering with a concept centred on cuisine from the eastern Mediterranean. The restaurant’s menu is led by Lebanese Head Chef Mohamad Hammady and draws on traditional Levantine cooking methods and flavours, alongside influences from neighbouring regions. Read more: tinyurl.com/2ub6u9u6 #LuxuryDining #RestaurantIndustry #HospitalityIndustry #PuneRestaurants

Bengaluru Duty Free is showcasing Crazy Cock Indian Single Malt Whisky Madhuca I and Six Brothers Mahura, Mahua Spirit, bringing two mahua-based expressions into the airport’s spirits retail portfolio. The display highlights the use of mahua, an indigenous Indian flower with longstanding cultural significance, in contemporary spirits production. Produced by South Seas Distilleries, Crazy Cock Madhuca I is matured in ex-brandy and ex-bourbon casks before being finished in ex-Mahura casks. Read more: tinyurl.com/yrykdnup #IndianSingleMalt #PremiumSpirits #IndianWhisky #DutyFreeRetail

Quattro, the premium vegetarian Italian and Mexican restaurant brand from Gupta Brands, has opened its second Mumbai outlet at Sky City Mall in Borivali. The launch expands the brand beyond its Lower Parel restaurant as it marks 15 years of operations and introduces a refreshed identity, redesigned interiors and an updated menu. Read more: tinyurl.com/2m25ybwt #VegetarianRestaurant #MumbaiRestaurants #ItalianCuisine #MexicanCuisine

Azure Hospitality Private Limited, co-founded by Rahul Khanna and Kabir Suri, has launched Jhoom, an all-day dining restaurant and bar at SCO 27, Madhya Marg, Sector 26, Chandigarh. The concept combines Indian, European and Asian cuisines with a cocktail programme inspired by Indian ingredients and cultural references. The restaurant draws its design inspiration from historic residences in Calcutta and Bombay, incorporating Art Deco elements into its interiors. Read more: tinyurl.com/3arn7ewy #RestaurantExpansion #RestaurantIndustry #HospitalityIndustry #ChandigarhRestaurants

India’s restaurant and hospitality industry is weighing the potential impact of the revised UPI fee framework which will charge 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) proposed on transactions above Rs. 2000/-. Although, it is deferred until Diwali, this would significantly impact the industry as it works on thin margins. For an industry that has consistently encouraged customers to adopt digital payments for their convenience, the challenge is to maintain that experience without compromising profitability. Read more: tinyurl.com/yvw57wst #RestaurantIndustry #RestaurantBusiness #DigitalPayments #RestaurantManagement #ProfitMargins

Chrome Hospitality has expanded its Late Checkout brand with a second outlet in Bandra, following its debut in Lower Parel. Spread across 6,000 sq. ft., the new bar occupies the former Monkey Bar space and marks the group’s ninth venture in Mumbai. Founded by Pawan Shahri and Nikita Shahri, Chrome Hospitality operates brands including Gigi, Lyla, EVE!, Shy and Donna Deli. Read more: tinyurl.com/muv2tvac #RestaurantIndustry #HospitalityIndustry #RestaurantExpansion #MumbaiRestaurants #FoodAndBeverage

Westlife Foodworld Ltd., which operates @McDonalds restaurants across West and South India, has opened its 500th outlet in GIFT City, Gujarat, marking 30 years of McDonald’s in India. The opening also takes the McDonald’s Asia Business Unit’s network to 4,000 restaurants. Spread across 3,200 sq. ft., the new outlet offers dine-in and delivery services. The launch takes McDonald’s presence in Gujarat to 72 restaurants, including 31 drive-thrus. Read more: tinyurl.com/2s62cp2x #McDonalds #QuickServiceRestaurant #RestaurantExpansion #FoodServiceIndustry #RestaurantBusiness

Harajuku Tokyo Cafe has opened its largest outlet at Sky City Mall in Borivali, marking its second location in Mumbai. The brand has also introduced Harajuku Bakehouse at the mall, bringing its Japanese-inspired food, drinks and desserts to the western suburbs. Following its flagship outlet at Jio World Drive in BKC, the brand continues to expand its Fun Dine concept. Read more: tinyurl.com/5n8epe8u #JapaneseCuisine #CafeCulture #RestaurantExpansion #MumbaiRestaurants

Malgudi, the South Indian resto-café co-founded by singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan and entrepreneur K. S. Ramakrishnan, has opened its second outlet in the Delhi-NCR region in Gurugram. The brand plans to expand further across key locations in Delhi and the NCR. The café brings together traditional South Indian recipes and contemporary dining. Its menu features regional dishes, vegetarian and Jain-friendly options, along with signature filter coffee. Read more: tinyurl.com/4yzacyfj #RestaurantExpansion #SouthIndianCuisine #RestaurantIndustry #GurugramRestaurants

Bountyful has opened its doors in Indiranagar, Bengaluru, introducing a dining destination dedicated to India’s lesser-known regional cuisines and the everyday food traditions that rarely find a place on restaurant menus. The concept brings together thoughtfully curated vegetarian dishes, traditional beverages and Indian desserts in a warm, contemporary setting designed to evoke the comfort and familiarity of home-cooked food. Read more: tinyurl.com/ysebyb7t #RegionalIndianCuisine #IndianFood #VegetarianRestaurants #RestaurantLaunch #BengaluruFoodScene

The festive season, spanning Halloween, Diwali, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year, is a busy period for India’s restaurant and hospitality industry. From festive menus and bulk orders to private parties, weddings and holiday stays, businesses are preparing to capitalise on increased consumer spending and celebrations. According to reports, some restaurant chains are expecting 3–7% growth in the December quarter. Read more: tinyurl.com/36b35x2k #FestiveSeason #RestaurantTrends #FoodDelivery #MenuInnovation #ExperientialDining

Chifa, a restaurant inspired by Chinese-Peruvian cuisine, has opened in Marathahalli, Bengaluru. The restaurant brings together Chinese cooking techniques and Peruvian flavours, offering diners a different take on global cuisine. The concept takes inspiration from Chifa cuisine, which developed in Peru after Chinese immigrants brought their food traditions to the country in the 19th century. Over time, Chinese cooking methods blended with local Peruvian ingredients to create a distinct style of food. Read more: tinyurl.com/yc7r43ns #RestaurantNews #BengaluruRestaurants #ChinesePeruvianCuisine #RestaurantLaunch #FoodAndBeverage

Drāvida, the East Village restaurant by Mumbai-born Chef Aarthi Sampath, continues its exploration of Indian and South Asian diaspora flavours with Jam & Jaggery, an intimate speakeasy. Tucked away on the restaurant’s lower level, it is designed as a cosy, tavern-like space. Read more: tinyurl.com/3u6amx8f #SouthAsianCuisine #RestaurantLaunch #BarAndRestaurant #FoodAndBeverage

Krispy Kreme has opened two stores in Mysuru at Nexus Centre City Mall and Mall of Mysore, bringing its doughnuts to the city for the first time. Customers can also order online through Swiggy and Zomato. The Mysuru launch comes after the brand’s recent entry into Coimbatore, marking its second expansion into a new South Indian market this month. The move highlights the growing interest of food brands in expanding to cities beyond major metros. Read more: tinyurl.com/ys553cjf #KrispyKreme #RestaurantExpansion #QSR #FoodRetail #FoodAndBeverage

Santosham, a South Indian vegetarian restaurant specialising in Satvik, temple-style food, has opened a 60-seater outlet in Malad, marking its entry into Mumbai’s western suburbs. The restaurant brings its traditional family recipes and banana-leaf meals to the neighbourhood. Founded by mother-son duo Bhagyalakshmi Gohokar and Chittaranjan Gohokar, Santosham follows the philosophy of prasadam, focusing on traditional cooking and hospitality. Read more: tinyurl.com/ej27srsz #RestaurantLaunch #SouthIndianCuisine #RestaurantExpansion #MumbaiRestaurants

With a legacy dating back to 1912, Luxmi has built its identity around the craft of tea growing. As consumer preferences evolve, the group is finding new ways to connect with a generation exploring new flavours, wellness-led beverages and alternative drinking experiences. From herbal infusions, functional blends and matcha to Zero Proof by Makaibari, Luxmi is expanding tea’s possibilities while staying rooted in its heritage. Read more: tinyurl.com/5ahne9w8 #IndianTea #TeaIndustry #TeaExport #TeaBrands #SpecialtyTea

True Palate Hospitality, which operates One8 Commune, Neuma and Pincode, plans to expand to 50 outlets and generate revenue of ₹900–1,000 crore by 2030. The company currently has around 20–22 outlets across India and international markets. The company has signed projects for One8 Commune in Guwahati, Dehradun and Raipur. The Guwahati outlet will mark its entry into Northeast India. Read more: tinyurl.com/3neyfhtc #RestaurantExpansion #HospitalityIndustry #RestaurantBusiness #FranchiseBusiness #FoodServiceIndustry

Organic Creamery by @icebergindia has opened Craft House, its flagship store in Khajaguda, Hyderabad. Spread across 5,000 sq. ft., the outlet is located at Arka Rochish on Khajaguda–Nanakramguda Road. The store marks the brand’s 12th outlet and features seating for around 100 guests. A key feature of Craft House is a 21-foot cocoa tree at the entrance, which reflects the brand’s focus on nature and ingredients. Read more: tinyurl.com/3pmswh8f #OrganicIceCream #IceCreamIndustry #DessertTrends #FoodAndBeverage #RestaurantBusiness

Renowned celebrity chef Dr. K. Damodharan, popularly known as Chef Damu, has passed away at the age of 72. His daughter, Akshaya, confirmed the news in a message shared on social media, requesting privacy for the family as they mourn their loss. His last rites will be held today at 3 PM. Read more: tinyurl.com/3zyzzujb #ChefDamu #IndianCuisine #CelebrityChef #CulinaryHeritage #GuinnessWorldRecords #IndianChefs #IndianFood #CulinaryArts