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K Hospitality executes expansion in India and outside amid Omicron wave

Plans to double number of restaurant outlets to 1,000 in next five years; will take Copper Chimney, Bombay Brasserie brands to Gulf markets via franchise route

Omicron spread: Uber-exclusive clubs turn to home deliveries, takeaways

Members had started returning in good numbers before Omicron spoilt the scene

Covid-19 curbs leave restaurant owners across the country high and dry

Most have stalled expansion plans due to uncertainty and are seeking relief to offset the shrunken business; fear they will have to take tough calls like letting go of people

NRAI asks top mall owners, landlords to give rental waiver to F&B retailers

The restaurant body suggested pure revenue share for the period when restricted operations are imposed, in the open letter

Mumbai restaurants, bars allowed to open till 1.30 am with 50% capacity

'Big relief', says industry association about municipality order that doesn't apply for celebrations tonight

A quiet New Year's eve at restaurants as Covid caution trumps celebration

Cafes and clubs have either cancelled or scaled down the events depending on local restrictions.

Rebel Foods plans to invest $150 mn to acquire, scale new food brands

Rebel Foods, which runs chain of internet restaurants, on Tuesday said it plans to invest $150 million (nearly Rs 1,140 crore) to acquire and scale new food brands in India and globally.

How Covid pandemic took a big bite out of the restaurant business

Among the hundreds that shut shop were popular brands that decided to consolidate, explore other models

Indian restaurant industry shrank 53% in pandemic year: NRAI report

The contraction in the food services industry led to the permanent closure of over 25 per cent of food business operators, which resulted in job losses of nearly 2.4 million in India

Restaurants and eateries in Maharashtra can function till midnight: Govt

The Maharashtra government has permitted all restaurants and eateries to function till midnight

Iconic French pâtisserie, Laduree, debuts in India: Check details here

With a master franchisee deal with Noida-based CK Israni Group, Ladurée is kickstarting its foray into India with its first salon de thé in Delhi's upscale Khan Market

GST Council may deliver blow to food-delivery operators Swiggy, Zomato

Many restaurants are not depositing GST, while some are not even registered

Diners shifting to Delhi major worry for Noida's pub & restaurant owners

Noida-based pubs and restaurants are going through a tough time and are struggling to get back on their feet post the Covid-19 pandemic

Private members-only business clubs come back to life across the country

New menus, hi-tech air filter systems, Zoom rooms to woo patrons

Maharashtra vax rule for staff impractical, say mall and restaurant owners

Initial euphoria turns to dismay as new rules say staff need to have taken two vaccine doses and completed 14 days after the second. Only fully-vaccinated can visit malls 14 days after second jab

Covid relaxation: Hotels, malls can stay open in Maharashtra till 10 p.m.

But only fully vaccinated to be allowed in malls; Cinema halls, auditoriums and places of worship remain shut

61% diners want takeaway meals, home-delivery as Covid fear remains: Survey

Over 95% diners say they'd feel comfortable visiting eateries that clearly communicate their protocols in dining and kitchen areas; some prefer kitchens that are open for patron inspection

McDonald's creates new unit to focus on growth through global digital app

McDonald's Corp is bringing its digital, data analytics, marketing, restaurant development and operations segments into one unit as it focuses on driving growth through its global app

The Soho House is entering a club of its own: The stock markets

Soho House now has roughly 119,000 members at 30 clubs around the world, drawn largely from industries like the arts and the media.

Japanese govt to retract policy regarding alcohol-serving in restaurants

The Japanese government said it will retract a policy to ask financial institutions to ensure restaurants follow the ban on serving alcohol during the latest state of emergency