ProWine Mumbai 2024 Announces Dates and Exciting New Highlights

ProWine Mumbai 2024 Announces Dates and Exciting New Highlights

By Nishang Narayan

Published on September 6, 2024

ProWine Mumbai, India's largest wine and spirits business event, is all set for its fourth edition, scheduled for the 8th and 9th of November 2024 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Organized by Messe Düsseldorf India and All Things Nice, this year's event brings new features, including the much-anticipated ProSpirits segment and the ProWine & ProSpirits Challenge.

The two-day event has become a hub for the wine, spirits, and hospitality industries, attracting major international and Indian brands. Attendees, including importers, distributors, hoteliers, and beverage enthusiasts, will experience not only exhibit displays but also masterclasses, live tastings, and panel discussions.

One of the new highlights of this edition is the ProSpirits segment, designed to explore the growth and innovation of the spirits industry. Attendees can expect tastings of the latest spirits and trends presented by industry experts. With India witnessing a growing demand for premium spirits, ProSpirits will offer insights into the sophisticated drinking culture and emerging market opportunities.

Additionally, the ProWine & ProSpirits Challenge will provide a platform for both Indian and international brands to showcase their products through a systematic blind tasting. Judged by industry professionals and consumers alike, the challenge will rank wines and spirits based on their quality, offering a unique insight into the preferences of the Indian palate.

ProWine Mumbai 2023 saw over 164 companies from 21 countries and 5,059 attendees, making it a landmark event in the industry. The 2024 edition promises to build on this success with more interactive sessions and features.

Nikhil Agarwal, Founder of All Things Nice and Co-organizer of ProWine Mumbai, expressed excitement about this year’s edition, saying, “With the addition of ProSpirits and the ProWine & ProSpirits Challenge, we aim to elevate the experience for our attendees, providing them an unparalleled platform to explore the latest trends and innovations."

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Other key features include over 10 Masterclasses, hosted by international governments, WSET Global, and leading wine authorities, offering a diverse range of wine and spirit tastings. The ProWine Bartenders’ Competition will highlight top bartending talent, with the winner receiving the prestigious title of "ProWine Bartender of the Year" and a fully sponsored guest shift at an international bar.

The ProWine Mumbai Night, an exclusive networking event, will showcase winners from the ProWine & ProSpirits Challenge at the "Winning Wines & Spirits Bar" and recognize notable contributions to the industry through a felicitation ceremony.

With its wide array of features, ProWine Mumbai 2024 is set to be an extraordinary platform for both trade and consumers in the wine and spirits industry, offering insights, business opportunities, and the chance to engage with some of the finest minds in the sector.

For more information, visit www.prowine.in.

About the Organizers:
Messe Düsseldorf India Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, is renowned for organizing global trade fairs such as Medical Fair India, In-Store Asia, glasspex India, pacprocess Mumbai, and ProWine Mumbai.
All Things Nice, founded by Nikhil Agarwal, offers events and consultancy services for the wine and spirits industry and is known for organizing the Indian Wine Consumer’s Choice Awards.

Media Contacts:
Mr. Pinak Gupta, Messe Düsseldorf India – GuptaP@md-india.com
Ms. Cheryl Koshy, All Things Nice – cheryl@allthingsnice.in

or both trade and consumers in the wine and spirits industry, offering insights, business opportunities, and the chance to engage with some of the finest minds in the sector.

For more information, visit www.prowine.in.

About the Organizers:
Messe Düsseldorf India Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, is renowned for organizing global trade fairs such as Medical Fair India, In-Store Asia, glasspex India, pacprocess Mumbai, and ProWine Mumbai.
All Things Nice, founded by Nikhil Agarwal, offers events and consultancy services for the wine and spirits industry and is known for organizing the Indian Wine Consumer’s Choice Awards.


Manam Chocolate Spreads the Joy This Diwali with Its 2025 Festive Collection

Manam Chocolate Spreads the Joy This Diwali with Its 2025 Festive Collection

By Hariharan U

Published on October 11, 2025

The clinking of glasses, laughter echoing through homes, and tables filled with sweets, snacks, and gifts, it can only mean one thing: Diwali is here. And this year, Manam Chocolate joins the celebration with its Diwali Edition 2025, crafted to capture the spirit of togetherness that defines the season.

Manam’s festive collection celebrates the tables we gather around, where families reunite, friends reconnect, and conversations stretch late into the night. Whether it’s for a long dinner, a taash night, or simply a quiet evening at home, the brand’s new collection brings something special to every kind of gathering. Because at the heart of Diwali, there’s always room for more, more laughter, more food, and of course, more chocolate.

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The Manam Diwali Edition 2025 is designed around the theme of festive tables, filled with gifts to share, flavours to discover, and moments to savour. The collection includes an array of indulgent chocolates, pastries, and desserts, offering something for every celebration and every palate. From grand centerpiece assortments to small treats meant to be shared, Manam invites everyone to create their own kind of Diwali.

India’s award-winning craft chocolate brand brings a collection of bonbons, palettes, tablets, clusters, cookies, thins, spreads, and more, all made from cacao beans grown in the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. Each creation is beautifully packed in limited-edition boxes illustrated by artist Namrata Kumar, whose signature impressionistic style captures scenes from Manam’s cacao farms and fermentery, the Chocolate Karkhana in Hyderabad, and homes filled with festive warmth.

The Highlights of Manam’s Diwali 2025 Collection, The Diwali Indulgence Collection – Bite-sized bonbons and palettes in flavours like Coconut & Curry Leaf, Hazelnut Praline, Lemon Cheesecake, and Birthday Cake. Treats & Tablets Box – A mix of textures and origins featuring Malabar 69%, Toffee Almond, and Raspberry & Rose, Celebration & Gifting Assortments – Ranging from the lavish Diwali Celebration Box to the compact Diwali Snack Selection, each box is crafted for gifting and gatherings. Diwali Preference Boxes – Curated to suit every taste, including dark, milk, vegan, and sweet-spice profiles, The Diwali Tablet Library – A selection of Manam’s most loved tablets like Pistachio Fudge, Coconut & Almond, Chai Biscuit, and Raspberry & Rose. The Diwali Dessert Spread, A rich mix of cakes and entremets, perfect for post-dinner indulgence, Diwali Celebration Cakes – Made to order, featuring flavours such as Hazelnut Coffee, Dark Chocolate Raspberry, Carrot & Apricot, and Coconut Lemon Custard. 

Each product has been designed to travel beautifully, look elegant, and fit perfectly into every festive moment — from gifting to hosting.

Visit & Order:
Manam Chocolate is available at:

  • New Delhi: Eldeco Centre, Saket

  • Hyderabad: Manam Chocolate Karkhana, Banjara Hills; Manam Chocolate Beverage Bar, Knowledge City
    Pan-India deliveries are available via www.manamchocolate.com. Orders can also be placed through Swiggy and Zomato in Hyderabad.

About Manam Chocolate:

Manam Chocolate, listed among TIME’s World’s Greatest Places 2024 and Conde Nast Traveller India’s Top Restaurants 2024, is a proudly Indian Craft Chocolate® brand. Derived from the Telugu word “Manam,” meaning “We” or “Us,” the brand represents a collective of farmers, fermenters, chocolate makers, and chocolatiers from Andhra Pradesh, redefining the craft chocolate movement in India with over 300 unique products across 50 categories.

This Diwali, Manam invites everyone to celebrate the tables that bring people together — where memories are made, laughter shared, and one more piece of chocolate is always welcome. Because when Manam Chocolate is at the table, there’s always room for more.


Chinese Wok Marks 10th Anniversary by Serving 10,000 Meals to Children Across India

Chinese Wok Marks 10th Anniversary by Serving 10,000 Meals to Children Across India

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on September 17, 2025

Chinese Wok, India’s largest home-grown Desi Chinese QSR brand, marked its 10th anniversary with a celebration rooted in joy and community spirit. Instead of limiting the milestone to its restaurants, the brand chose to give back by serving more than 10,000 freshly prepared meals to school children across 10 cities in 10 days.

The initiative spanned major cities including Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai, and Lucknow, reaching underserved communities with hearty Desi Chinese meals. Each event became a celebration of togetherness, with children enjoying not just the food but also moments of laughter, games, and branded merchandise that made the experience memorable.

What made the initiative truly special was the hands-on participation of hundreds of Chinese Wok employees from restaurants, regional offices, and the corporate team. They came together to cook, serve, and spend time with the children, ensuring the celebration went beyond food to create genuine connections.

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Reflecting on the milestone, Aayush Madhusudan Agrawal, Director, Lenexis Foodworks, shared,

“Completing 10 years is a proud milestone for all of us at Chinese Wok. We wanted to celebrate not just within our restaurants, but by bringing joy to children and communities that inspire us every day. This initiative reflects our long-term belief that food can be a force for good, and we will continue to build on this commitment as we grow.”

This initiative also underscores the larger vision of Lenexis Foodworks, the parent company of Chinese Wok, Big Bowl, and The Momo Co. By focusing on food as a force for good, the group continues to expand its footprint across India while making a lasting impact in the communities it serves.


Sip in Style: Yuki’s Tequila Cocktails Hit All the Right Notes

Sip in Style: Yuki’s Tequila Cocktails Hit All the Right Notes

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on July 31, 2025

At Yuki, sipping tequila is no longer just about salt and lime, it’s about exploring bold flavours, subtle aromas, and creative twists inspired by Pan-Asian flair. This stylish spot isn’t just a feast for the palate with its cuisine, but now also delights with a cocktail menu that’s bursting with personality.

Whether you’re a tequila enthusiast or just cocktail-curious, Yuki’s mixologists have designed a lineup that balances classic notes with playful innovation. Here’s what’s pouring:

Pandan Teq-Tea

This one’s a game-changer. A gentle blend of tequila, pandan syrup, and a hint of lime creates a smooth, slightly sweet drink with a vanilla-like aroma. It’s soft, fragrant, and a total crowd-pleaser for those who like their cocktails a little off the beaten path.

Summer in Osaka

If summer had a signature drink, this would be it. Imagine tequila meeting creamy toasted coconut, refreshing coconut water, earthy matcha crème, and a dusting of beetroot. The result? A layered, tropical cocktail that feels like a warm breeze with every sip.

Tuk Tuk Tom

This one’s for the bold-hearted. Inspired by Southeast Asian street flavors, it brings the iconic zing of Tom Yum into your glass. Tequila mingles with chilli heat, parsley freshness, and a citrusy lift from lime, giving you a spicy, herby hit that lingers in the best way.

The Classic Margarita

Some things never go out of style. Yuki’s take on the Margarita keeps it clean and crisp, premium agave, a splash of orange liqueur, and fresh lime juice. It’s a simple reminder of why this cocktail became a global favourite in the first place.

Yuki Picante

Think tropical meets spicy. Pineapple juice, lime, and agave nectar form the base, while coriander and jalapeño bring a zesty punch. It's lively, bold, and designed to wake up your taste buds.

Yuki doesn’t just serve cocktails, it curates experiences in a glass. Whether you're out with friends or just winding down after a long day, their tequila range adds the perfect spark to your evening. So the next time you’re at Yuki, raise a glass to flavour, flair, and a sip-worthy adventure.

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