Kinya Coffee is bringing a fresh take on Bengaluru's growing breakfast culture with the launch of The Weekend Breakfast, a curated morning experience designed for those who enjoy good food, exceptional coffee and unhurried conversations.

Hosted every Saturday and Sunday at its Indiranagar café, the initiative celebrates the idea of slowing down and making breakfast an occasion rather than a routine. Inspired by the café cultures of cities such as Paris, London and Melbourne, the experience aims to create a welcoming space where guests can gather, connect and enjoy their weekends at a relaxed pace.

Located in one of Bengaluru's most vibrant neighbourhoods, Kinya Coffee is tapping into the city's evolving appreciation for breakfast-focused dining experiences. As more people embrace leisurely mornings, breakfast is increasingly becoming a social and cultural experience rather than simply the first meal of the day.

The menu brings together a selection of globally loved breakfast dishes, including Eggs Benedict, Turkish Çılbır, Shakshuka, Japanese Tamago Sandwiches, breakfast boards, pancakes and French toast. Each dish has been thoughtfully prepared to offer familiar flavours with attention to detail and quality.

Complementing the food menu is Kinya's specialty coffee and matcha programme. Guests can choose from espresso-based beverages, pour-over coffees, cold brews and ceremonial-style matcha, all crafted to enhance the overall breakfast experience. The focus is on creating beverages that encourage guests to linger a little longer and enjoy the moment.

Beyond the menu, The Weekend Breakfast is designed as a gathering space for Bengaluru's diverse community. Whether it's entrepreneurs catching up before the week ahead, families enjoying quality time together, friends reconnecting over coffee or travellers exploring the city's café culture, the experience offers a setting that brings people together.

In a fast-paced world, Kinya Coffee's latest offering embraces the simple joy of slowing down. With comforting food, carefully crafted beverages and a warm atmosphere, The Weekend Breakfast aims to become a go-to destination for Bengaluru's weekend mornings.

• Location: Kinya Coffee, 12th Main Road, Indiranagar
• Date: Every Saturday & Sunday
• Time: 9 AM – 1 PM

With summer in full swing, mangoes are once again taking centre stage across Indian households. Whether enjoyed as fresh slices, aam ras, aam panna or paired with everyday meals, the king of fruits remains one of the season's most loved favourites.

This year, however, cafés and dessert outlets are giving mangoes a creative makeover. From coffee and matcha beverages to indulgent desserts and wholesome bowls, mango-inspired creations are popping up across menus, offering consumers a fresh way to enjoy the seasonal fruit.

At Barista Coffee, mangoes have been blended into a range of beverages and desserts that combine fruity flavours with coffee and creamy textures. Guests can try the Chilli Mango Tango for a sweet and spicy experience or opt for refreshing beverages such as the Mango Iced Espresso and Mango Iced Latte. Dessert lovers can indulge in the Mango Cheesecake, while the Dirty Mango Latte offers a unique mix of espresso, milk and mango.

Third Wave Coffee has introduced its tropical summer menu, Beach Packers, featuring beverages inspired by global flavours and seasonal ingredients. The Tropical Alphonso Frappe combines the sweetness of Alphonso mangoes with espresso, creating a refreshing summer drink. Another standout is the Alphonso Matcha Frappe, which balances mango's natural sweetness with the earthy notes of matcha. The menu also includes drinks such as Brazilian Lemonade and Vietnamese Coconut Frappe, bringing international summer flavours to customers.

Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters is continuing its seasonal offerings with a mango-focused menu designed for both coffee and matcha enthusiasts. The Mango Matcha pairs vibrant mango flavours with earthy matcha, while the Mango Cold Brew offers a refreshing twist on traditional cold coffee. Guests looking for a caffeine-free option can choose the Mango Smoothie, while the Mango Berry Roll Cake serves as the perfect dessert companion.

Subko Coffee Roasters has taken a wellness-focused approach with its summer menu. The Aam Smoothie Bowl and Aam Quinoa Bowl combine seasonal mangoes with nutritious ingredients, creating balanced meal options suitable for breakfast or light dining. Coffee lovers can explore the Aam Cream Flat White Iced Coffee, while the Cascara Aam Fizz offers a sparkling and fruit-forward beverage featuring cascara and mango.

The growing popularity of these seasonal menus reflects consumers' appetite for innovative flavours and limited-time experiences. Whether it is coffee infused with mango, refreshing matcha creations, decadent desserts or healthy bowls, cafés are finding new ways to celebrate India's favourite summer fruit.

With mango season available for only a few months each year, these special menus offer the perfect opportunity for diners to enjoy the king of fruits in exciting new formats while exploring some of the country's most popular café destinations.

McDonald’s India – North & East has introduced a limited-edition FIFA World Cup Meal range in collaboration with Coca-Cola, bringing football-themed excitement to fans across the region.

The initiative builds on the long-standing partnership between McDonald’s and Coca-Cola, designed to create shared cultural moments that go beyond food and beverage. The new campaign aims to extend the spirit of football beyond stadiums and screens by combining signature menu items with exclusive collectibles inspired by the FIFA World Cup.

Each FIFA World Cup Meal includes a McDonald’s favourite, a Coca-Cola beverage, and a limited-edition football collectible designed as a keepsake for fans. The offering is positioned as a way to enhance the fan experience and create lasting memorabilia tied to the global sporting event.

The limited-time meal range includes McVeggie Dragon FIFA World Cup Meals and McChicken Dragon FIFA World Cup Meals, paired with Coca-Cola beverages and collectible football merchandise. Pricing for the range starts from INR 209 and goes up to INR 289 depending on the variant and collectible included.

Speaking on the launch, Rajeev Ranjan, Managing Director, McDonald’s India – North & East, said the initiative is designed to bring fans closer to the action and celebrate the shared spirit of football and togetherness that defines both the sport and the brand experience.

Abhishek Gupta, Vice President, Customer Development, Coca-Cola India and South West Asia, added that football continues to serve as a powerful connector of people and experiences, and the collaboration aims to deepen fan engagement through immersive, everyday moments.

The FIFA World Cup Meal range is now available for a limited time across McDonald’s restaurants in North and East India, offering fans both a themed dining experience and exclusive collectibles while supplies last.

About McDonald’s India – North & East

McDonald’s restaurants in North and East India are operated by Connaught Plaza Restaurants Pvt. Ltd. The brand serves millions of customers annually across more than 300 restaurants and McCafé outlets, offering locally sourced ingredients and a variety of menu options tailored to Indian tastes. The company operates across multiple formats, including standalone restaurants, drive-thrus, and 24/7 outlets, with a strong focus on convenience, consistency, and customer experience.