Author: Asmita Mukherjee | Hyderabad
As the hospitality sector witnesses a rebound, the industry is expecting better numbers than it had seen in pre-covid times. The increasing desire to travel among travellers has fuelled the spark of the growth in the Hospitality Industry. According to sources, the growth will be foreseen in 2023 across both inbound and outbound travellers. India has become one of the most popular destinations for outbound tourists due to various reasons. Also, the renewed focus on promoting domestic tourism is working wonders. During the holidays most of the popular destinations are reporting full occupancy. Asmita Mukherjee spoke with the industry stakeholders…
Asmita Mukherjee | Hyderabad Only Earth is a plant-based milk brand started by Kunal Mutha in Singapore, in 2021 to cater to consumers who have become health-conscious due to the pandemic. Various illnesses and increasing health disorders are also prompting consumers to now shift towards Vegan based products. From a business point of view, it is a great business to be in and offers a significant export opportunity, according to Mutha. Asmita Mukherjee spoke with Mutha to understand their most focused sales channel which is HoReCa. Elaborating on the inception of Only Earth, Mutha explained that Only Earth was launched…
Asmita Mukherjee | Hyderabad Glocal Junction – as the name suggests, is a unique one-stop place combining global and local cuisines under one roof. Located on the first floor of Signature Tower, right in the middle of the bustling junction of Kondapur, Hyderabad, the resto-bar & grill has recently revamped its interiors and menu. The all-buffet resto-pub is known for its signature cocktails such as Toxic Box, a perfect amalgamation of litchi, galangal, lemongrass and vodka which is a fitting accompaniment to the food menu. Another lovely fusion cocktail is the Basil and Watermelon Smash- a red-coloured cocktail made with…
Magniflex started its journey in a small workshop in Prato, Italy in 1960. Over the years, the Magniflex mattress company has become a known name in India after they started their operations here in 2010. Now the company is eyeing the hospitality market as a part of their expansion plan. Asmita Mukherjee spoke with Anand Nichani, MD, Magniflex India to know their expansion plans in the hospitality space. Please share Magniflex India’s journey so far. What percentage of market share does the company hold in the country? Magniflex began operations in India in 2010, and over the course of the last 12 years,…
The pandemic has changed a lot of things in human life. Some behavioural changes of consumers due to the pandemic have changed the whole perspective of the F&B industry. As the deadly virus forced us to stay indoors, the craving for good food increased by leaps and bounds. During those times the number of food deliveries pumped up and the irresistible growth of the food delivery segment caught the eyes of some of the biggest F&B ventures and five-star hotels. McKinsey reported in late 2021 that food delivery had become a global market worth more than USD 150 billion, having…
Asmita Mukherjee | Hyderabad Larisa Hotels & Resorts – a 22-key boutique property brand started its journey in 2015 with its first property in Manali. The brand believes in exclusivity and considers its people as an integral part of its growth. While explaining their growth journey Priya Thakur, Founder, Larisa Hotels & Resorts said, “After seeing a lot of success in Manali, we went on to open in Goa, Mussoorie and Shimla subsequently.” Moving forward with an ambitious spirit, the brand is planning an aggressive expansion in the southern region of India in the near future . Thakur believes in growing slowly…
The Indian Hospitality industry has been witnessing a ton of progress lately. After the pandemic, the industry has shifted to digital payment, bookings and infusing tech into other operations. Now the industry is becoming a key consumer of Web3, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT) and AR/VR environments. The industry is exploring various areas like marketing, advertising, and guest experiences with the metaverse. While some industry experts are gung-ho about adopting these advanced technologies, others are a bit sceptical due to the high initial expense involved. Asmita Mukherjee spoke with industry experts to understand the sentiment around these technologies. According to a recent…
Rajan Sethi, Founder & Director, Bright Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. is a proud Indian restaurateur who spent his college days in Sydney. He identified the current gap of connecting food to the local produce in the culinary world. Sethi who has immense belief in the country’s culture thinks that Indian cuisine can give a healthy competition to any of the International cuisines, provided it is promoted correctly. In its portfolio, the brand boasts of restaurants like The G.T. Road, Ikk Panjab, OMO, and AM.PM., which promotes Indian culture and its cuisines. His concerted effort for elevating the position of Indian cuisine,…
Asmita Mukherjee | Hyderabad Little Italy restaurant which was founded in Pune by Raj Mehta along with an Italian chef is known for its unmatched authentic Italian fare. About 33 years ago in 1989, Mehta saw a blank space for a good vegetarian Italian fine dining experience. Pioneering ahead, he grew Little Italy to a nationwide footprint with over 60+ outlets across 20 cities and 4 countries. Now the reign is being helmed by his son Amrut Mehta. Under Amrut’s able leadership the brand has explored branches internationally and different QSR formats. At Hyderabad, Little Italy is located in the…
Asmita Mukherjee | Hyderabad Annyeonghaseyo India! Of late, Korean culture has gained significant popularity in India, all thanks to K- Dramas and K- Pop. The love for Korean culture has also amplified Korean food popularity in our country. To cater to this dedicated passion for Korean food among Indians, China Bistro Restaurant – a part of Foodlink F&B Holdings India recently commenced the Dolsot – Sizzling Stone Festival. The food festival is named after Dolsot, which is actually a small-sized piece of cookware made of Pagodite – a variety of stone used by Chinese artisans for carvings in pagodas and similar objects. The stoneware…
