West Bengal has received investment proposals worth INR 2000 crore in the food processing sector.

This growth in the F&B sector will not only cater to the increasing number of visitors but also enhance the overall appeal of Jaipur as a vibrant and dynamic tourist destination.

Restaurants in India should actively participate in government subsidy schemes as these can significantly reduce operating costs by lowering expenses on essential items like ingredients and utilities.

According to reports, 1,400 new restaurants have opened in the city over the past six years, cutting across various price points and formats.

The emergence of home chefs as formidable competitors to traditional restaurants marks a pivotal evolution in the dining industry, showcasing a strategic shift towards low-budget investment with potentially high returns.

A recent Nielsen study revealed that 73% of Gen Z respondents consider sustainability when making purchasing decisions, and 69% are willing to pay more for ethically sourced products.

An impactful innovation in this realm involves the integration of indoor gardens and vertical farming systems into restaurant interiors.

The utilization of data analytics is playing a pivotal role in personalizing the customer experience.

According to a report by Skift, job postings in the restaurant sector have seen a remarkable 66 percent increase from June 2022 to June 2023.

Craft tonic waters, with unique flavors such as elderflower, cucumber, and citrus, have played a crucial role in reshaping the tonic water landscape.

Local, seasonal menus always attract customers' as it is believed that local, seasonal ingredients have a lower carbon footprint, as they require less fuel and energy to transport and store.

As stated in the Godrej Food Trend Report 2023, the prevalence of pop-up events in the culinary world is not a passing trend but a lasting phenomenon.

Chekuri, together with his business partner Mitesh Patel lead the deal as they aim for 150 outlets in the next 5 years across several US cities.

With the rise of digital platforms and social media, advertising has become more accessible and widespread. However, this raises the question of whether there should be a regularisation of restaurant ads in India. 

There is a widespread appreciation for regional flavors and traditional dishes, resulting in a larger customer base.

Indian restaurants globally are also expected to serve more millet flour-based dishes in near future, given the health benefits of these multi-grains among the busy urbanites, a Singapore-based Indian restaurateur has said.

With disposable income on the rise, people are willing to spend on food that appeals to their taste buds.

According to Oracle's Restaurant Scene 2022 global survey, 87% of consumers said that transparency from restaurants about their sustainability initiatives is essential.

Several food tech companies are using AI in food production for increasing on-demand meals, personal chefs, and grocery and food delivery services.

Independent restaurants closed an average of 7.5 hours a week more in 2022 than in 2019.

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Karan Nohria is a young horse in a tearing hurry. He is always looking for ways to do something out of the ordinary and create a first mover advantage for his pandemic baby Silly, Mumbai.

The business models are diverse, from home cooks sharing their daily menus on their residential colony WhatsApp groups to operating entirely out of social media channels like Facebook and Instagram.

Many theme-based restaurants in India have been able to tap into the country's rich cultural heritage, by creating concepts and designs inspired by traditional Indian architecture, art, and folklore.

Reportedly, the Indian ice cream industry was valued at approximately Rs.19400 crores in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 17.5% between 2023-2028 driven by the expanding consumer demand for exotic flavours.

There have been concerns about how the rise of digital transactions has made it simpler for restaurants to alter prices swiftly (and menu items).

What makes Odia food unique and lends supremacy among other traditions is its amalgamation of spirituality and sensual gratification.

Though, for many innovation can be seasonality, a new way of doing things, experimentation at large or just a simply put menu but there's no denying that it's an integral part of the restaurant ecosystem.

Similar to Berco's business model, NAO plans to grow systematically and expand to multiple locations in order to become a household name just like Berco's.

According to a recent survey by RestaurantDive, 65 percent of consumers prefer local restaurants over chains.

Indian cuisine fits better with Middle Eastern cuisine due to the common presence of spices and stronger flavours.

At a time when restaurants had an unprecedented focus on careful spending while also having to drive much needed sales, many brands realized that an over-reliance on discounts was detrimental.

While women make up around 50 percent of the population, only 20 percent of f&b and small businesses in India are owned by women.

According to reports, restaurants have earned anywhere between 10-60 per cent of their monthly revenue from these LTOs.