Chalu Apna Desi Chinese, a popular Indian-Chinese restaurant chain, has taken a significant step towards global expansion with the launch of its first international outlet in Ontario, Canada. Known for its fusion of bold Indian spices with classic Chinese flavors, the brand has already won over food lovers across 33 cities in India with its 200+ outlets. Now, Canadian diners can experience the same flavorful journey with its unique take on Desi Chinese cuisine.

Founded in 2020 by Vibhanshu Mishra, Chalu Apna Desi Chinese has grown into a household name, offering signature dishes like Hakka Noodles with a desi twist and aromatic Manchurian curries. With a turnover of ₹53 crore in FY23 and a valuation nearing ₹100 crore, the brand continues to make waves in the fast-food industry.

The first Canadian outlet, located at Trafalgar Crossing, marks just the beginning of the brand’s global aspirations. By the end of 2025, Chalu Apna Desi Chinese aims to establish 25 outlets across Canada and an additional 10 in Arizona, USA.

Speaking about this milestone, founder Vibhanshu Mishra expressed his excitement: “Bringing Chalu Apna Desi Chinese to Canada is a dream come true. Our goal has always been to revolutionize the fast-food industry by offering a quirky, fusion take on Desi Chinese cuisine. Canada, with its rich diversity and love for global flavors, is the perfect place to start our international journey.”

Staying true to its promise of freshness and authenticity, the Canadian outlet will offer quick service, home deliveries, takeaways, and a vibrant dine-in experience. The brand ensures that all dishes are made with natural ingredients, avoiding artificial enhancers like Ajinomoto, to deliver wholesome and delicious meals.

As Chalu Apna Desi Chinese embarks on this global adventure, it expects a 70% revenue growth in the coming fiscal year. With an established track record and an unwavering commitment to quality, the brand is poised for success in new markets.

Food lovers in Canada can now indulge in the #Bchalu experience as the brand continues to expand across India and beyond. Stay tuned for grand opening updates, exclusive offers, and an authentic taste of India’s favorite Desi Chinese cuisine!

This Valentine’s Day, Crowne Plaza Greater Noida sets the stage for an enchanting celebration of love with its signature dining experiences. Whether it’s an alfresco dinner under the stars, a rose-infused Indian feast, an intimate Italian-Chinese culinary affair, or a toast to love with floral cocktails, the hotel ensures a magical evening across its renowned venues—Mosaic, Spice Art, Chao Bella, and Belgian Beer Café.

Mosaic – Global Cuisine Restaurant

Celebrate Love Under the Stars

Mosaic offers an intimate alfresco dining experience in private cabanas, perfect for couples looking to celebrate love in an enchanting outdoor setting. Guests can indulge in a multi-cuisine spread complemented by exclusive beverages, while live singing adds to the romantic ambiance.

✨ Highlights: Private cabanas, live music, multi-cuisine delights

Spice Art – Indian Specialty Restaurant

A Rose-Inspired Celebration of Love

Step into a world of elegance and tradition at Spice Art, where love is celebrated through a rose-infused Indian menu. Couples can relish a specially curated Table d'Hôte (TDH) menu, paired with sparkling wine, while live ghazal performances create a soothing and romantic atmosphere.

✨ Highlights: Rose-infused delicacies, Indian flavors, live ghazals, sparkling wine

Chao Bella – Italian & Chinese Cuisine

An Enchanting Evening with Italian & Chinese Flavors

For those who appreciate the perfect blend of Italian and Chinese cuisine, Chao Bella offers an intimate setting adorned with flowers and candlelight. Guests can enjoy an à la carte menu, paired with a glass of red or white wine, making for an exquisite and cozy celebration.

✨ Highlights: Italian & Chinese flavors, candlelit setting, wine pairing

Belgian Beer Café – The Lounge Bar

Floral Infusion & Artistic Delights

Raise a toast to love at the Belgian Beer Café, where signature rose cocktails crafted with premium spirits and floral infusions take center stage. This artistic mixology experience adds a touch of elegance and indulgence to your celebrations.

✨ Highlights: Signature rose cocktails, premium spirits, artistic ambiance.

As part of its ongoing endeavour to revive and celebrate India’s lesser-known culinary traditions, Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach is shining a spotlight on Pathare Prabhu cuisine, a gastronomic legacy deeply embedded in Mumbai’s history. This exclusive food promotion, ‘Mumbai’s Ancestral Bites: Pathare Prabhu,’ offers diners a rare opportunity to experience a community’s rich and distinct culinary identity. With recipes passed down through generations, the Pathare Prabhu tradition is defined by its unique spice blends, bold seafood and red meat preparations, and a nuanced balance of flavours rarely found in mainstream Indian cuisine. Hosted at The Square restaurant, this initiative seeks to preserve and promote a vanishing culinary heritage.

Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach has partnered with acclaimed culinary expert Chef Bimba Nayak, a Pathare Prabhu herself, who has been instrumental in bringing this menu to life. Commenting on the initiative, she said, “Pathare Prabhu cuisine is a hidden treasure in Mumbai’s culinary landscape. Once a staple of the city’s aristocratic households, these dishes have gradually faded from public memory. This initiative aims to reignite interest in these historic flavours, offering a dining experience steeped in cultural significance and authenticity. Through this initiative, we are celebrating its vibrant flavours and ensuring its legacy continues for future generations.”

Chef Avinash Kumar, Director of Culinary at Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach, echoed this sentiment, stating, “Our goal is to curate an experience that goes beyond just food. It’s about storytelling through flavours, evoking nostalgia, and showcasing Mumbai’s deep-rooted culinary traditions. We are honoured to bring this community’s rich culinary heritage to the forefront.”

The event runs exclusively on weekends from 7th to 9th February 2025 and 15th to 16th February 2025, offering an elaborate buffet that highlights the distinct seafood and red meat preparations that define Pathare Prabhu cuisine. Additionally, a special thali experience for lunch and an expansive buffet for dinner will allow guests to savour traditional dishes meticulously prepared by Chef Bimba Nayak, along with Chef Avinash Kumar and Chef JP Evangelist.

About Novotel: Novotel Hotels, Suites & Resorts offers high-quality hotels designed as comforting and energising places where guests can achieve balance in their busy lives, whether they are traveling for work, leisure, or a blend of both. The brand’s wide array of hotels, suites, and resorts offer a multitude of services, including spacious, modular rooms with natural and intuitive design; relaxed restaurants with nutritious choices; flexible workspaces; attentive and proactive staff; family zones for the youngest guests; multi-purpose lobbies; and accessible fitness centres. Novotel, which has over 590 locations in more than 65 countries, is part of Accor, a world-leading hospitality group counting over 5,700 properties throughout more than 110 countries. Novotel is also a participating brand in ALL - Accor Live Limitless – a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services, and experiences.

About Accor: Accor is a world-leading hospitality group offering experiences across more than 110 countries with 5,700 properties, 10,000 food & beverage venues, wellness facilities, and flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry’s most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing more than 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as Lifestyle with Ennismore. Accor is focused on driving positive action through business ethics, responsible tourism, environmental sustainability, community engagement, diversity, and inclusivity. Founded in 1967, Accor SA is headquartered in France and publicly listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and on the OTC Market (Ticker: ACCYY) in the United States.