Celebrating Borderless Vegetarian Gastronomy: MOGLU Opens Its Doors in Bengaluru

Celebrating Borderless Vegetarian Gastronomy: MOGLU Opens Its Doors in Bengaluru

By Author

Published on March 5, 2024

MOGLU, known as 'The Edgy Veggie Restaurant', has recently opened its doors in central Bengaluru on February 26th. This premium establishment celebrates vegetables in all their decadence and glory, promising to usher in a renaissance in vegetarian cuisine. Situated at 1 Sobha on St Marks Road, MOGLU transcends the ordinary with its borderless vegetarian offerings.

Co-founded by Ankita Shree, a former IRS officer turned entrepreneur, and Dr. Kiran Narayanan, a computational physicist who pursued a culinary career after training at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York, MOGLU crafts a cuisine that blends cross-cultural influences on a plate. Over three years, the couple curated a holistic dining experience, showcasing their unmistakable signature. Chef-driven and vegetable-forward, MOGLU elevates seasonal ingredients with culinary magic. The restaurant operates under Mamacoco, a vegetarian-forward food and beverage group, offering fun and complex vegetarian all-day dining.

Ankita Shree, positioned as Managing Director at MOGLU, emphasizes the restaurant's commitment to providing more choice, better quality, and innovation in vegetarian dining. She envisions MOGLU's sophisticated vegetarian cuisine appealing to vegetarians, meat-eaters, and flexitarians alike.

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Culinary Experience at MOGLU

At the heart of MOGLU’s philosophy lies a borderless approach to cuisine. The menu, evolving bi-annually, features modern plated dishes borrowing from diverse culinary traditions. Signature dishes include the Buratta with Green Beans & Toasted Lentils, a comforting blend of South Indian flavors reinvented into a warm salad, and the Barbecue Mushroom Burger, showcasing hearty lion’s mane mushroom grilled to perfection.

Dr. Kiran Narayanan, MOGLU's Executive Chef, expresses excitement about celebrating vegetables through culinary artistry. He emphasizes the restaurant's dedication to making vegetarian food exciting, using cross-cultural techniques to elevate vegetable-centric dishes.

MOGLU also pioneers non-alcoholic mixology, offering a range of zero-proof drinks crafted with local flavors like kokum, jackfruit, and cardamom. These drinks, complementing MOGLU’s vegetable-forward cuisine, include signature creations like Limoncello and Venetian Campari Spritzer.

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The Breakfast Special

In addition to lunch, dinner, and beverage offerings, MOGLU invites guests to indulge in a delightful breakfast spread. Featuring exquisite tartines, eggless omelettes, and delectable pastries, the breakfast menu promises a curated coffee experience. Highlights include the Labneh grape tartine and the Superfood Omelette, made with egg substitutes and served alongside Texas hash browns and house sourdough toast.

Where Architecture and Gastronomy Converge

Nestled within the iconic 1 SOBHA, MOGLU offers a captivating fusion of form and style. Its irregular polyhedron shape overlooks St. Marks Road, providing a premium casual dining experience. With a seating area accommodating 55 covers, the space features expansive windows bathing it in natural light. Warm neutral shades create an earthy canvas, complemented by eco-friendly paint and curated artwork. Archways, chandeliers, and strategic lighting add sophistication, making MOGLU an upscale and visually appealing hangout spot.

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The dining experience at MOGLU goes beyond savouring a meal; it’s about discovering something new with each visit. Impeccable service and heartfelt hospitality enhance the ambiance, ensuring a symphony of flavors and experiences.

Details

Address: 50, 1 Sobha, St Mark's Rd, opposite Empire and KC Das, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001

For reservation call: +91 80 4952 7158

Timings: Open 7 days a week 10 AM to 12 AM

Average meal for one: INR 1200 per person

Number of Seats: 55 


McDonald’s Returns to Sales Growth with Pop Culture Tie-ins and Budget Meals

McDonald’s Returns to Sales Growth with Pop Culture Tie-ins and Budget Meals

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on August 10, 2025

McDonald’s has bounced back to growth, reporting a 3.8% rise in global same-store sales for the second quarter of 2025, driven by smart value-driven offerings and creative pop culture collaborations. The uptick marks a positive shift for the brand after four quarters of sluggish or declining growth, helped along by consumer-focused strategies aimed at easing economic concerns.

International markets led the charge, while sales in the US rose by 2.5%, reversing the downward trend seen in previous quarters. The brand’s strong quarter was supported by promotions tied to pop culture, such as limited-time offers linked to the Minecraft movie and Squishmallows collectibles, which drew attention from younger audiences and families alike.

Alongside the promotions, the launch of a $5 meal bundle and the introduction of new chicken items helped McDonald’s connect with budget-conscious customers seeking both value and variety. These strategies appear to have paid off, positioning McDonald’s for continued momentum.

“The overall second-quarter results show that McDonald's strategy is working and could lead to sustained same-store sales outperformance compared to the rest of the industry,” noted Jon Tower, analyst at Citi.

The rebound in the US is particularly notable, especially when compared to competitors like Chipotle Mexican Grill and Pizza Hut, which continue to face challenges in communicating value to consumers. McDonald’s blend of affordability and fun has given it a clear edge, demonstrating how well-timed promotions and accessible pricing can win over today’s cautious diners.


Popeyes Launches in Mumbai with Four New Outlets

Popeyes Launches in Mumbai with Four New Outlets

By Hariharan U

Published on August 10, 2025

Popeyes, the globally loved brand known for its Louisiana-style fried chicken, has officially arrived in Mumbai with the launch of four restaurants across the city. The new outlets are located at Inorbit Mall, Vashi, Phoenix Marketcity, Kurla, and Viviana Mall, Thane, with a fourth store opening soon at Terminal 2 of Mumbai Airport.

Operated in India by Jubilant FoodWorks Limited, Popeyes is celebrated for its juicy, 12-hour marinated fried chicken infused with bold Cajun spices and hand-battered for a crispy, flavour-packed bite.

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Sameer Khetarpal, CEO and MD of Jubilant FoodWorks Limited, said, “We are thrilled to bring Popeyes to Mumbai, a city renowned for its love for vibrant and diverse flavours. The brand has received an incredible response across India, and we are confident that Mumbaikars will embrace our signature offerings with the same enthusiasm.

Gaurav Pande, Executive Vice President & Business Head of Popeyes India, added, “Mumbai is a key market for us, and we are delighted to make a grand entry in the city with four stores at prime locations. We’re excited for our Gen Z and millennial audiences to experience everything from the Chicken Sandwich that broke the internet to new flavours in our wings range”.

With its mix of bold flavours, quality ingredients, and global appeal, Popeyes aims to offer Mumbai diners a unique fried chicken experience that stands apart in a competitive market.


Serve Robotics and Little Caesars Introduce Autonomous Pizza Delivery in Los Angeles via Uber Eats

Serve Robotics and Little Caesars Introduce Autonomous Pizza Delivery in Los Angeles via Uber Eats

By Nishang Narayan

Published on August 9, 2025

Little Caesars customers in Los Angeles might soon find a robot at their doorstep delivering HOT-N-READY® pizzas, thanks to a new collaboration between Serve Robotics Inc. (Nasdaq: SERV), the nation’s third-largest pizza chain, and Uber Eats (NYSE: UBER).

The partnership introduces autonomous sidewalk delivery robots into Little Caesars’ Los Angeles delivery operations via Uber Eats, enhancing service speed, convenience, and sustainability. This move builds on Serve’s existing footprint in Los Angeles, Miami, Dallas, and Atlanta, with additional U.S. cities expected soon.

Ali Kashani, CEO of Serve Robotics, said: “Delivering for a beloved national chain like Little Caesars is another opportunity for us to show how we help merchants grow and give consumers a better delivery experience. Seeing a Serve robot at your door will soon become as much of a weekly tradition as pizza night.”

Serve’s third-generation robots are designed with pizza delivery in mind, featuring an expanded cargo bin that can hold four 16-inch pizzas plus sides and drinks, all while maintaining optimal temperature and quality en route.

Trish Heusel, Vice President of Innovation at Little Caesars, added: “Little Caesars is always looking for ways to be innovative in the restaurant industry, and we are proud to partner with Serve Robotics and Uber Eats to deliver our delicious pizzas to our customers in Los Angeles. Partnering with Serve allows us to deliver a solution that aligns with our commitment to better service and technology-forward solutions while reducing our environmental footprint.”

Megan Jensen, Head of Autonomous Delivery Operations at Uber Eats, noted: “By combining smart technology with everyday convenience, we’re making delivery easier, more reliable, and more sustainable.”

Customers in Serve’s Los Angeles delivery zone can now opt for autonomous delivery when ordering Little Caesars through the Uber Eats app.

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