Fairmont Mumbai, in partnership with Tourism Malaysia, is presenting a Malaysian Food & Culture Festival at its signature dining space, The Merchants — the hotel’s New Wave Foodhall — from 30 January to 8 February 2026. This ten-day culinary event invites diners in Mumbai to explore the rich, diverse flavours of Malaysian cuisine and its …
A free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU) could lead to substantial tariff cuts on a wide range of food and beverage products, reshaping trade between the two regions and increasing market access for producers and consumers. Once ratified by India’s Cabinet, the European Parliament and the Council, the deal is …
India’s newly concluded free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) is expected to significantly widen the range of food and beverage products available to Indian consumers by lowering or eliminating import duties that previously made many European imports expensive and less competitive in the Indian market. Under the pact, tariffs on a variety …
At a special culinary showcase held in Mumbai, the United Kingdom’s food and beverage sector promoted its expanding presence in the Indian market, underlining growing interest from local consumers and businesses in premium British produce. The event was part of the UK Government’s GREAT Food & Drink Campaign, supported by the UK Department for Environment, …
Devyani International and Sapphire Foods India Ltd. have approved a transformative merger that will bring together their operations to form one of India’s largest food and beverage (F&B) platforms — spanning over 3,000 outlets across India and overseas with a projected annual turnover of around ₹8,000 crore (over $1 billion). Under the deal, the boards …
Bengaluru-based coffee-first beverage QSR brand Drickle has successfully raised close to ₹6 crore in a seed funding round, marking a key milestone in its growth trajectory. The equity-based seed round attracted participation from a group of angel investors and business operators, including Param Kandhari, Naresh Krishnaswamy, Abhinav Mathur, Hemanshu Jain, Vinay Bhopatkar, Vaibhav Sisinty, Dalvir …
As the food and beverage industry in the Asia-Pacific region enters 2026, several regulatory updates and policy shifts are expected to have significant business impact. From stricter certification mandates to changing nutritional and tax policies, companies will need to adapt strategies to stay compliant and competitive. 1. Indonesia’s Halal Certification Mandate Continues to Expand Indonesia …
AL-BAIK double brand launch marks a significant milestone for Albaik Foods Corporation Pvt Ltd as it unveils two entirely in-house fried chicken brands—Crikken® and Cook-du-Coo®. The launch reflects the company’s belief that innovation and segmentation are critical to building sustainable, scalable food brands in India’s fast-evolving quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry. Importantly, the company clarified that …
The Blenders Pride Fashion Tour Kolkata finale delivered a breakthrough fashion moment, pushing the boundaries of craftsmanship and contemporary design. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the iconic Howrah Bridge, the event transformed Kolkata’s historic Hooghly River into a striking, floating runway—marking one of the most visually ambitious finales in the tour’s history. The closing …
Absolut Mixers unveiled The Absolut Blue Trail at Echoes of Earth 2025, delivering an immersive artistic journey that translated Absolut’s iconic “Born Colourless” philosophy into a powerful expression of nature, creativity, and coexistence. Rooted in the belief that true vibrancy emerges when differences blend freely, Absolut’s colourless worldview found a natural partner in Echoes of …
