The narrative of growth in India’s retail sector is no longer confined to its major metropolitan centres.

The city’s emphasis on developing world-class infrastructure has made it an attractive location for setting up both retail outlets and production facilities.

This push for healthier eating isn't just happening in restaurants. Online food businesses like FreshMenu and Grow Fit are popping up to meet people's demands for food that's good for them.

Airports across India are now increasingly home to a variety of F&B outlets, shifting focus from traditional retail to more diverse and sophisticated food options.

In recent years, the Indian food and beverage industry has experienced a roller-coaster ride, especially for mid-scale restaurants with investments ranging from 5 lac to 25 lac.

The improved connectivity and increased footfall along highways have provided a conducive environment for restaurants to expand their operations.

According to Bhamidipaty, by 2024, Roastea anticipate having 2500 vending machines and 30 cafes and kiosks in about 23 cities and 10 states.

The annual spending of middle-class households on Fast Food Restaurants in India's Tier II and III cities has grown by 108 percent in the last two years from Rs 2,500 to Rs. 4,500.

South Delhi Mayor Anamika had also commented that the health trade licence is issued online for ease of doing business and there is no interference by any officer.

As per the website of Expert Market Research, Bakery Industry in India stood at a value of nearly USD 7.60 billion in 2020.

When asked what types of loyalty programs they're subscribed to, internet users placed restaurants high on the list, just after retail, supermarkets, and pharmacies.

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The pandemic has been a major catalyst in changing the face of the food market in India.

Earlier, Japanese food for Indians just meant sushi or sashimi which in the minds of people meant having raw fish. However, as Indians became richer and started traveling abroad more frequently, their understanding of Japanese cuisine began to grow.

On Women's Day today, we profile these top culinary names and get them to reveal their mantras for success, breaking the mold, and their approach to taking things ahead in the new normal.

The news for restaurants across India was bad enough when the industry association released an economic impact report stating the disturbing numbers of restaurants closed permanently since the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic.

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