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 …
Shivankur Verma has been appointed as the new Food & Beverage Manager at Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel, a part of Marriott International’s portfolio. Verma joins the hotel with extensive experience in food and beverage operations, bringing a strong track record of driving performance, operational excellence, and high guest satisfaction. Prior to this role, Verma …
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, …
SLMG Beverages, one of India’s major beverage bottlers, finished calendar year 2025 with total revenue exceeding ₹8,000 crore, reflecting solid demand across its product portfolio and distribution networks. The company aims to continue this growth trajectory and achieve a ₹10,000 crore revenue milestone in 2026 by enhancing its production capabilities and scaling operations further. Growth …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Barrio Burrito Bar has grown into one of the most notable names in the Tex Mex inspired fast casual dining segment by blending bold flavors, customizable meals and a lively brand personality that resonates strongly with modern urban diners. Its expanding franchise network reflects a wider cultural shift where customers increasingly prefer fresh, vibrant and …
Rosie’s Burgers has been steadily building its name in the quick service franchise ecosystem through a business philosophy rooted in simplicity, familiarity and community centric dining. The brand focuses on delivering classic burger meals that evoke a sense of nostalgia and comfort, while ensuring operational discipline and consistency for franchise partners. At the heart of …
