Lake International rebranding marks a decisive transformation as the company evolves from AECI Food & Beverage into a fully independent and unified African food and beverage ingredient player. By bringing together legacy businesses such as Lake Foods, Infigro, and Southern Canned Products under a single identity, the company has streamlined operations, strengthened credibility, and enhanced …
Luxury fashion house Prada has begun 2026 with a high-profile fragrance launch—but not without controversy. Prada Infusion de Santal Chai, the latest addition to its Les Infusions de Prada fragrance line, debuted globally on January 5 and has already sparked intense discussion across social media and fragrance communities. Positioned as a winter-ready scent, the perfume …
Ochre Spirits has announced its entry into Maharashtra, one of the country’s most influential and fast-evolving markets for premium alcohol. This strategic move is poised to reshape the company’s growth trajectory, with the state expected to contribute over 25% to its consolidated portfolio over the next three years. Maharashtra’s premiumisation story Maharashtra already represents a ₹23,250 crore …
Nara Thai India, by Aditya Birla New Age Hospitality opens its first North India outpost in Gurugram. Bangkok’s most celebrated and Michelin-recognised Thai dining institution brings its legacy to India with this launch. Today, Nara Thai spans 35 restaurants across Asia and the Middle East, with its flagship market earning Michelin Guide recognition. Together with the wider …
Crazy Cock Indian Single Malt Whisky unveils Madhuca: The Heritage Editions, the world’s first single malt finished in Mahura casks, marking a new chapter in contemporary Indian luxury. Created at South Seas Distilleries, the crafters of India’s oldest single malts this collection represents a rare meeting of heritage, design and innovation. It is an invitation to rediscover Indian …
Karan Tacker’s Goonda announced the launch of its new 750 ml bottle. Building on the steady success of the 180 ml variant, the new 750 ml format will be available across Goa, Mumbai and Pune. Production capacity and early market traction Goonda estimates that the annual production capacity of agave spirit in India is approx. 3 to …
India’s premium spirits landscape enters a new era with the debut of TIGERFIRE, a super-premium artisan-crafted vodka in France and built through the personal involvement of Sanjay Dutt and Paresh Ghelani. Already established in the United States across premium outlets, curated retailers, and high-end restaurants, TIGERFIRE enters India with global validation and a reputation for craftsmanship, design …
DeVANS’s GianChand Manshaa, the peated Indian Single Malt from Jammu adds yet another feather to its illustrious cap, clinching the prestigious Gold Medal at the Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2025, Belgium, becoming the sole Indian single malt to claim this elite honour at the competition. Crafted by climate, water, and decades of expertise The …
MCLEAN, VA. — Nature’s Bakery, a subsidiary of Mars, Inc., has named Lauren Spear as chief executive officer and general manager. She succeeds Steve Gardiner, who left the company in September to become CEO of Death Wish Coffee Co. Spear most recently was vice president of Mars’ US snacking sales for Walmart, Sam’s and McLane. …
UTRECHT, THE NETHRELANDS — The global animal protein industry is set to experience a slowdown in production growth in 2026, according to a new report from RaboResearch, a business unit of Rabobank. The decline will be driven by cyclical factors, like shifts in North American and Brazilian cattle markets, as well as by structural factors, …
