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By Nishang Narayan
Published on July 22, 2024
After making a mark in Delhi with its artistry and culinary brilliance, Belcibo's Begam has now opened its doors to Noida's discerning food lovers. The new outlet, located at Gardens Galleria Mall, Noida, officially launched on July 17, 2024. Founded by seasoned restaurateurs Naresh and Sharad Madan, Begam promises an exquisite culinary journey with a focus on Turkish and Mediterranean cuisines.
Spanning 5000 sq ft, the new Begam location is a tribute to contemporary women, celebrating their strength and elegance through its innovative concept. This restaurant blends modern sophistication with classic grandeur, offering a unique space where guests can immerse themselves in a memorable dining experience.
Sharad Madan, Director & Co-Founder at Belcibo Hospitality Pvt. Ltd, expressed enthusiasm about the new launch: "Begam is for those seeking an immersive dining experience that transcends the ordinary. We aim to become the go-to destination in Noida for fine dining, mixology, and a sophisticated atmosphere. Our vision is to offer a space that combines culinary excellence with cultural richness, creating cherished memories and building loyal patronage."
The Noida outlet mirrors its Delhi counterpart with Rajasthani and Mughal-inspired interiors, transporting guests to an era of royalty. The restaurant features intricate arches, ornate chandeliers, and romantic candle-light settings, creating a royal ambiance infused with contemporary luxury. The dynamic dining spaces, ranging from intimate areas to a lively bar, cater to both small gatherings and large celebrations.
Begam's menu offers a delightful blend of authentic Turkish and Mediterranean flavors, expertly crafted by skilled chefs. Highlights include Beyati Kebab, Beetroot Borani, Charred Courgette, and Coconut Malabi. The menu's creativity and use of lesser-known ingredients reflect Begam’s innovative spirit and dedication to culinary craftsmanship.
Naresh Madan, Director & Co-Founder, shared his excitement about the new location: "We are thrilled to introduce Begam to Noida following the success of our Delhi restaurant. We look forward to innovating our menu with seasonal dishes and enhancing customer experience with refined service and special events based on feedback."
The Madan brothers have ambitious plans, including the opening of six new restaurants across the Delhi NCR region, a boutique resort and restaurant in Goa, and a fort venue for weddings along the Delhi-Jaipur highway. Additionally, they plan to launch a private estate and a homestay in Himachal Pradesh by mid-2025.
Fact Sheet
Address: Begam Noida, Building no 105, opposite Kidzania, Gardens Galleria Mall, Sector 38, Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Contact Number: +91 80691 68844
Cost for Two: ₹3,500 (approx.) without alcohol
Operation Timings: 12 Noon to 1:00 AM
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Published on July 6, 2025
Ahmedabad’s homegrown vegetarian restaurant chain, The House of Makeba, is preparing for a significant leap beyond Gujarat. Founded in 2018, this bootstrapped startup—known for its north Indian and global cuisines—has already crossed Rs 125 crore in cumulative revenue, scaling from Rs 1.2 crore in FY 2018-19 to an estimated Rs 24 crore in FY 2024-25, all without external funding.
“With every outlet and milestone built organically through belief, discipline, and reinvestment, we’ve focused on profitability over chasing valuations. We’re proud to have scaled sustainably in a fiercely competitive market,” said Ram Singhal, co-founder, The House of Makeba.
Today, the brand operates seven outlets across Gujarat, serving over 12 lakh diners, with nearly one in three being repeat customers. Its distinctive rooftop dining concept and regional-first strategy have helped it carve a niche in India’s crowded vegetarian F&B space.
The House of Makeba follows a hybrid model, blending company-owned flagship locations with carefully chosen franchise partnerships in cities like Gandhinagar, Vadodara, and Anand. This scalable approach is now set to drive its national rollout, with plans to enter five new states by 2026, targeting markets such as Indore, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai, and Pune.
To power this growth, the company plans to invest Rs 45 crore by 2028, potentially scaling to Rs 60 crore by 2030. It aims to have 20 outlets operational by 2028 and 25 by 2030, emerging as a premium, homegrown alternative to legacy vegetarian dining giants.
L’Opera has unveiled its latest culinary gem—Le Cafe at The Chanakya, New Delhi—marking a refined new chapter in the brand’s journey. Nestled within Le Gourmet, Le Cafe is a thoughtfully crafted space that blends the everyday charm of Parisian cafes with the luxury shopping destination’s elegance, inviting guests to pause, savour, and enjoy an elevated French dining experience.
Rooted in L’Opera’s hallmark dedication to authenticity and craft, Le Cafe adds a fresh layer of warmth and versatility to the brand’s expanding portfolio. It captures the quiet joys of French living—from the scent of freshly baked baguettes to the delicate flakiness of croissants—transforming each visit into a sensory retreat.
Speaking on the launch, Laurent Samandari, Founder & Managing Director of L’Opera, shared, “With Le Cafe, we wanted to create a space where every detail from the aroma of fresh bread to the last spoon of risotto reminds you of the quiet pleasures of French living. It’s our way of bringing a little Paris to your daily life.”
The new cafe is anchored by four elegantly designed counters, each offering a distinct experience:
The Pastry & Bread Counter, showcasing signature L’Opera delicacies.
A Live Kitchen for freshly prepared classics.
A Salad & Sandwich Bar blending fresh flavours.
An Artisanal Pasta Counter celebrating European culinary traditions.
The menu itself is a sophisticated balance of comfort and creativity, carefully curated to suit every mood and moment. True to L’Opera’s ethos, there’s an emphasis on premium ingredients, mindful preparation, and catering to diverse dietary preferences, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and protein-rich options—often featuring fresh, organic, and locally sourced produce.
Whether shoppers stop by for a quick pastry or linger over a leisurely meal, Le Cafe seamlessly adapts, offering both refined takeaways and leisurely sit-down experiences. With this launch, L’Opera continues to infuse Delhi’s culinary landscape with authentic French finesse, turning everyday moments into delightful rituals.
By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on July 5, 2025
India’s dessert scene just got a major upgrade as FES Cafe, the country’s first scalable 100% eggless, dessert-first cafe chain, raised Rs 3 crores in a seed round led by serial entrepreneur Aakash Anand and his venture studio, Wolfpack Labs. Known for backing breakout consumer brands, Wolfpack’s involvement brings not just capital but deep strategic support across innovation, franchising, operations, and brand-building.
With this backing, FES is gearing up for its next phase of aggressive expansion, beginning with its Delhi debut this July, followed by a second outlet in Gurgaon and a Jaipur launch by year-end. The brand plans to scale to over 100 outlets across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities by FY 2027 through a hybrid COCO and FICO model, along with delivery-first hubs and packaged dessert formats to broaden its footprint. Since its inception, FES has carved a niche with its gooey cookies, whipped puddings, alt-ingredient cakes, and seasonal desserts served in vibrant, Gen Z- and Millennial-friendly third spaces.
Signature experiences like Coffee Raves and limited-edition menus keep their ever-growing community hooked. In just four months, FES achieved EBITDA-positive status at the company level, saw a 347% spike in delivery revenue, and recorded over 10,000 monthly orders as of June 2025.
“FES was born out of one belief: desserts deserve better,” says Vidur Mayor, Founder & CEO of FES Cafe. “With Wolfpack’s backing, we’re building not just a cafe chain, but a national movement powered by community and creativity.” Aakash Anand added, “FES has all the right ingredients—buzz, brand love, business smarts, and a founder with the hustle to go big.”
With a vision that blends indulgence and inclusivity, FES is well on its way to becoming India’s Central Perk of desserts—personal, powerful, and primed for scale.
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