The new store has launched a vibrant menu of frozen yoghurt products which can be enjoyed in different flavours and serving styles. Customers can order the signature Frozen Yogurt Cone and choose from a wide variety of toppings, including sauces, fruits, chocolate, nuts, and other toppings, creating a unique experience with every visit.

Adding to its functional dessert offering, smöoy also features its +protein yoghurt, giving consumers an option that combines the indulgence of frozen yoghurt with added protein. It focuses on offering products that are low in fat, high in fibre, and gluten-free, offering a lighter and more mindful way to enjoy dessert.

Aside from that, the dessert menu also includes freshly prepared waffles, crêpes, and a range of complementary offerings, catering to dessert lovers of all ages. The store reflects the essence of smöoy’s worldwide principles of quality, creativity, and customisation.

Speaking on the launch, Jose Manuel Guillen Martinez, CEO, smöoy International, said, “We are delighted to begin this journey in New Delhi, as India is an exciting market for smöoy’s global expansion. We look forward to introducing our signature frozen yoghurt to Indian consumers.”

Sangeeta Nagar, Director, smöoy India, added, “The launch of our first-ever outlet is the beginning of a very exciting journey for smöoy in India. We are sure that the present-day consumers in India want experiences that combine quality with premium customisation. We are extremely thrilled to introduce a concept popular across the globe.”

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Located at Singhpura Chowk, Zirakpur, the new 300 sq. ft. store has been designed as an experiential destination where consumers can discover, understand, and experience the brand’s comprehensive portfolio of sports nutrition products. Moving beyond the traditional retail format, the store offers personalised product guidance from trained experts alongside live sampling opportunities, allowing fitness enthusiasts to experience proteins, pre-workouts, BCAAs, and other nutritional supplements before making a purchase.

Complementing the in-store experience, the brand will also conduct dedicated consumer engagement programmes across gyms within the surrounding catchment area through product sampling sessions and fitness-focused activations, enabling the brand to connect directly with local fitness communities.

Speaking on the launch, Jitika Gupta, Co-founder & CMO, BigMuscles Nutrition, said, “At BigMuscles Nutrition, we believe that retail should be more than just a point of sale. It should be a destination where consumers can learn, experience, and make informed choices about their fitness journey. Our experiential store format allows us to engage directly with consumers, understand their nutritional needs, and build trust through expert guidance and product trials. The launch of our Zirakpur store marks the beginning of the next phase of our retail expansion, and we remain committed to strengthening our presence across underserved markets while making high-quality sports nutrition more accessible across India.”

Yogesh Garg, Retail Manager, BigMuscles Nutrition, added, “Our experiential stores are designed to bring consumers closer to the brand by creating a more interactive and personalised shopping experience. At the Zirakpur store, customers can receive expert guidance based on their individual fitness goals, explore our complete product portfolio, and try products through live sampling before making a purchase. We look forward to building a strong fitness community in the region and becoming a trusted destination for sports nutrition.”

The company plans to further strengthen its presence across underserved cities in North India while expanding into Rajasthan and key South Indian markets, including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai.

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The announcement coincides with the opening of Wagamama’s newest restaurant in Mumbai, the 4th in the country. Together, the partners aim to open at least 100 wagamama restaurants across India over the next 10 years.

Andy Hornby, TRG CEO, said, “We’re delighted to officially announce the joint venture with our partners K Hospitality, after months of hard work and collaboration between our two companies. “India is an important target market for us as we grow internationally and gives us more opportunity to introduce more guests to our world-famous flavours, vibrant atmosphere and distinctive dining experience that makes us so special.”

Francisco Neves, SVP, Franchise & Partnerships, wagamama, said, “This is a really important milestone for us, and we’re delighted to be further cementing our partnership with Charcoal Concepts. “Our first restaurants have exceeded our performance expectations, and I’m really excited to see more wagamamas open up across the country.”

The Restaurant Group operates hundreds of restaurants and pub restaurants across the United Kingdom. Its principal trading brands are Wagamama, Barburrito and pub-chain Brunning & Price. Charcoal Concepts, owned by K Hospitality Corp, is a dedicated multi-brand restaurant platform created to build and scale leading food and beverage brands across India. Its portfolio includes iconic Indian brands such as Copper Chimney and Bombay Brasserie, alongside global brands including wagamama.

The joint venture comes on the back of the first wagamama restaurant opening in Churchgate, Mumbai, one year ago, which has proved to be a massive hit with diners, exceeding pre-opening expectations.

Karan Kapur, Executive Director, K Hospitality, said, “The response to wagamama since its India debut has far exceeded all our expectations, reaffirming the growing appetite for great global concepts with strong local relevance. We are excited to partner with The Restaurant Group to expand wagamama’s presence and build the brand into a market leader in Asian cuisine in the country.”

Rohan Sable, CEO, Charcoal Concepts, said, “This joint venture marks the beginning of a long-term growth journey for Wagamama in India. We see an incredible opportunity to build one of the country’s most loved and admired casual dining brands by combining wagamama’s globally recognised proposition with Charcoal Concepts’ deep understanding of the Indian consumer and our expertise in scaling restaurant brands. Together with The Restaurant Group, we are confident of building a business that sets a new benchmark for pan-Asian dining in India.”

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Kokoro was introduced to make Japanese cuisine more accessible to Indian consumers through a menu featuring sushi, ramen, donburi bowls, katsu, gyoza, and other Japanese favourites, with an emphasis on authentic flavours and affordable pricing.

Dilip Krishnan, Co-Founder and CEO, India Foodsta Kitchens, said, “We launched Kokoro with a simple belief—that authentic Japanese food shouldn’t be reserved for special occasions but should be something people can enjoy every day. The response we’ve received in such a short time has been incredibly encouraging. Opening our third Bengaluru store in under a year is a testament to the hard work of our teams, the trust of our partners, and the love our guests have shown the brand. We’re excited to bring Kokoro to Koramangala and remain committed to expanding the brand while staying true to our promise of quality, authenticity, and accessibility.”

Since its launch, Kokoro has focused on offering Japanese comfort food inspired by traditional recipes while maintaining accessible price points. According to the company, the new outlet supports Foodsta Kitchens’ strategy of expanding restaurant brands that align with evolving consumer dining preferences.

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He announced his departure through a LinkedIn post. Before joining Haldiram’s, Singh served as Head of Marketing & Growth – ITC Food Tech at ITC for nearly four years.

Earlier, he was Head of Brand Marketing & Strategic Alliances at Happilo International from March 2021 to May 2022. He also worked at Blackberrys Menswear, where he joined as Brand Manager and was later promoted to Manager – Retail Marketing. Singh was also associated with Cheil Worldwide and Spencer’s Retail.

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The new outlet has been introduced as part of Worldmark’s strategy to strengthen its curated dining offerings, adding a contemporary café concept focused on fresh-to-order products, artisanal quality, and convenience.

Spread across a 140 sq. ft. carpet area and 588 sq. ft. super area, the outlet operates in a food court format, catering to both grab-and-go customers and visitors looking to dine in the shared seating area. The space has been designed in Dohful’s signature warm and contemporary aesthetic, targeting professionals, families, and shoppers visiting the destination.

Dohful also offers a menu of handcrafted speciality coffees, complementing its freshly baked products.

The launch further strengthens Worldmark New Delhi’s evolving culinary portfolio as it continues to add new food and beverage concepts to enhance the overall visitor experience.

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McCafé has also introduced its new Summer Range featuring Strawberry Matcha, Affogato, Salted Caramel Latte, Chai Latte, and Passion Fruit Cooler, offering customers refreshing and indulgent beverage options for the season.

Commenting on the milestone, Anant Agarwal, Vice-Chairperson, CPRL (McDonald’s India – North and East), said, “At McCafé, our ambition is to build one of India’s most loved and trusted coffee brands by making great coffee accessible to more consumers without compromising on quality or value. The milestone of 200 McCafé outlets reflects our continued investment in expanding our footprint and strengthening our beverage portfolio. As coffee culture continues to evolve in India, our refreshed ‘Good Vibes Start with McCafé’ platform, along with our collaboration with Tara Sutaria as face of McCafé, reinforces our commitment to connecting with young consumers and making McCafé their preferred choice for everyday coffee occasions.”

Sharing her thoughts on the association, Tara Sutaria said, “Coffee has always been an important part of my everyday routine, whether it’s the first cup that starts my day, a mid-day pick-me-up or a quiet moment to unwind. Over the years, McCafé has become one of my go-to choices, whether I’m in India or travelling abroad, because I know I can always count on a great cup of coffee. McCafé’s Cappuccino is one of my personal favourites whenever I’m looking for something indulgent. I’m delighted to be associated with a brand that shares my love for great coffee and celebrates the everyday rituals that make each cup special.”

The new summer range is now available across McCafé outlets in North and East India. Customers can also order through Dine-in, Self-Ordering Kiosks (SOK), Takeaway, Drive-thru, delivery platforms, and the McDonald’s App.

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The upcoming Bikanervala outlet at Helios will offer visitors a familiar culinary experience with its diverse range of traditional Indian sweets, snacks, and dining options, adding a strong food and beverage anchor to the commercial development. The outlet is expected to cater to residents, businesses, and visitors from Zirakpur and surrounding areas.

Commenting on the association, Rohit Singla, Director, SPS Realty, said, “The addition of Bikanervala at Helios reflects our vision of creating a well-rounded commercial destination that brings together premium retail, food, and lifestyle experiences. We aim to curate a diverse ecosystem where businesses can thrive while offering visitors a complete experience under one roof.”

The Helios project features 177 premium retail/showroom spaces, designed to support brands, entrepreneurs, and businesses looking for high-visibility commercial opportunities.

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Spanning over 1,000 sq. ft. with seating for 44 guests, the café offers the brand’s signature specialty coffees alongside an extensive menu of handcrafted sandwiches, wraps, pizzas, salads, savouries, desserts and seasonal offerings, creating an inviting space for shoppers, families and professionals to relax and connect.

Commenting on the launch, Nitin Bir, Vice President – Retail Leasing, Brookfield Properties, said, “At Brookfield Properties, our vision for The Galleria Mall is to create a vibrant neighbourhood lifestyle hub that seamlessly integrates convenience, curated retail, exceptional dining, and community-led experiences. The addition of Third Wave Coffee is a significant step in this journey, strengthening our evolving F&B portfolio while offering visitors another reason to spend quality time at the mall. As we continue to enhance the asset through a thoughtfully curated tenant mix, experience-led activations, and phased upgrades, our focus remains on serving the everyday lifestyle needs of the community.”

Speaking on the launch, Rajat Luthra, CEO, Third Wave Coffee said, “Bengaluru has always been a key market for Third Wave Coffee, and we are delighted to further strengthen our presence in North Bengaluru with the launch of our café at The Galleria Mall. As we continue to expand our footprint across the country, our focus remains on creating spaces that bring people together over great coffee, delicious food and memorable experiences. This launch is another step towards making the Third Wave Coffee experience more accessible to our customers and becoming a part of their everyday rituals and moments of connection.”

Founded in 2016, Third Wave Coffee today operates over 220 cafés across 21 cities and is recognised for its coffee-first philosophy, specialty-grade beans and commitment to delivering quality café experiences.

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As India’s paan market evolves, the company sees a significant opportunity to bring greater standardisation, consistency and accessibility to one of the country’s oldest culinary traditions while re imagining it for modern consumers. The milestone comes amid growing consumer demand for organised, hygienic and experience-led food service formats across traditionally unorganised categories. Against this backdrop, Mast Banarasi Paan sees a significant opportunity to bring greater standardisation, consistency and accessibility to one of India’s oldest culinary traditions.

India’s paan market is estimated to be worth over Rs. 5,000 crore, yet remains overwhelmingly fragmented, with organised retail accounting for only a small share of the category. The proposed capital will support geographical expansion, technology infrastructure, central sourcing, supply chain capabilities and brand-building initiatives, while deepening the company’s presence across metropolitan as well as Tier II and Tier III markets.

Today, with more than 400 outlets across 20+ states and over 320 cities, Mast Banarasi Paan has built one of the country’s largest organised tobacco-free paan retail networks. The company is also evaluating opportunities in international markets with significant Indian diaspora populations as it charts its next phase of growth. The expansion comes at a time when Banarasi Paan is receiving renewed policy recognition. The Uttar Pradesh Government recently included Banarasi Paan under its One District One Cuisine (ODOC) initiative, aimed at promoting iconic regional cuisines through branding, entrepreneurship and market access.

At the core of the company’s proposition is its commitment to offering 100% tobacco-free paan. By separating the culinary experience of paan from tobacco consumption, Mast Banarasi Paan seeks to present the traditional Indian mouth freshener in a modern, hygienic and family-friendly format.

Commenting on the milestone, Panchanand Thakur, Founder & CEO, Mast Banarasi Paan, said, “Paan has long been an integral part of India’s culinary and cultural heritage, but the category has remained largely unorganised. We see a growing preference for trusted brands that offer quality, consistency and hygiene while preserving authenticity. Our focus is on expanding responsibly, strengthening our operating capabilities and making the Banarasi paan experience accessible to consumers across the country.”

Alongside traditional favourites such as meetha and sada paan, the company continues to expand its portfolio with contemporary offerings to cater to evolving consumer preferences. Its franchise-led model has also enabled entrepreneurs across Tier I, II and III cities to participate in organised food retail through standardised operating systems, technology-enabled processes and central sourcing.

Mast Banarasi Paan is tapping into the growing consumer preference for organised, hygienic and experience-led food service formats across traditionally unorganised categories. Looking ahead, Mast Banarasi Paan will continue to focus on disciplined expansion, operational excellence, product innovation and strengthening its franchise partner ecosystem as it scales its presence across existing and new markets.

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