Elevate Your Pizza Experience with Nonna's Neapolitan Sourdough Pizzeria in Pune!

By Author

Published on October 27, 2023

Nonna's, renowned for its culinary innovation, is proud to bring India's first Neapolitan Sourdough Pizzeria to Fergusson College Road in Pune. With two successful locations in Mumbai's Andheri West and Lower Parel, Nonna's now expands to enchant Pune with its authentic Italian flavors.

As you step into Nonna's, you're transported to an inviting Italian Trattoria. This 92-seater restaurant exudes warmth, making it the perfect place to savor genuine Italian cuisine. With an open kitchen design, you get a front-row seat to the art of pizza-making, adding a dash of excitement to your dining experience.

Founded by Ayush Jatia, Nonna's is a culinary journey to Naples, Italy. Their sourdough starter has a rich history dating back to the 18th century, nurtured and celebrated by generations of the Galliano family of Naples.

What sets Nonna's pizza apart is the method. Unlike dough that uses commercially produced yeast for a quick rise, Nonna's dough is naturally fermented for 48 hours using their heirloom "mother dough." It's then baked in a 400°C oven for precisely 90 seconds, locking in natural aroma and moisture, resulting in a light and easily digestible crust.

Nonna's menu is a delight for your taste buds, featuring star dishes like Pizza No. 2, Pizza No.3, and Pizza No. 6, which are crowd favorites. They offer a range of options, from hand-stretched Neapolitan pizzas to fried nibbles, salads, oven-baked starters, and mouthwatering desserts, including their famous Tiramisu.

The beverage selection is equally impressive, featuring wines, Aperol, Campari, and beer thoughtfully curated to complement your meal. What's exceptional about Nonna's is their commitment to accommodating diverse dietary preferences, including offerings for Jains and Vegans. You can also personalize your pizzas to your liking.

At Nonna's, authenticity extends to their ingredients, which are a blend of imported and local items, creating a symphony of flavors that transport you to Italy with every bite.

Ayush Jatia, the founder, says, "Nonna's has embarked on a mission to bring Pune the ultimate pizza experience, boasting our signature sourdough pizzas with a legacy of a 500-year-old recipe. We believe in crafting exceptional dining experiences, and our passion for perfection shines through our artisanal creations. With a blend of traditional techniques and innovative flavors, we are sure that Pune will love Nonna's as much as it's been adored in Mumbai."

Come to Nonna's to experience pizza in its true, traditional form, and embark on a journey of authentic Italian cuisine.

Rola Opens in Bandra as a New All-Day Diner for Every Occasion

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on August 18, 2026

Bandra has a new neighbourhood dining destination with the opening of Rola, an all-day diner at Pali Hill that brings together breakfast, lunch, dinner, Neapolitan pizzas, home-style curries and specialty coffee under one roof.

Designed for different times of the day and different kinds of gatherings, Rola offers a menu that moves from morning coffee and breakfast to leisurely lunches and dinners. A coffee cart placed outside the diner adds to the lively neighbourhood feel, welcoming guests even before they enter the space.

The name Rola draws inspiration from the joyful sounds around a busy dining table, laughter, coffee cups, shared plates and conversations that continue long after the meal. The diner can accommodate 70 guests across indoor and outdoor seating, making it suitable for everything from catching up with friends and family gatherings to first dates and casual work meals.

“For me, hospitality has always been about people. Good food is important, but it's the conversations, the warmth and the feeling of wanting to stay a little longer that people remember. That's the experience we wanted to create with Rola,” says Puneet Anand, Founder, Rola.

The Food

Rola's breakfast and brunch menu sets the tone for the day with a mix of familiar flavours and creative combinations. The Breakfast & Brunch Club includes dishes such as Bombay Keema & Brun, featuring slow-cooked spiced mutton keema, a fried egg and buttered pav.

Another highlight, Benedict Goes Bandra, combines toasted brioche, grilled chicken salami, silky hollandaise and tandoori pineapple salsa.

The House Kitchen takes inspiration from home cooking, with recipes influenced by mothers, grandmothers and khansamas from across India. Khansama's Nihari brings together slow-cooked nalli nihari, marrow and fragrant spices, while Maa's Sunday Mutton Masala offers a comforting home-style curry served with buttered pav.

The Neapolitan pizza selection adds another dimension to the menu. The Kejriwal Pizza comes topped with a sunny-side-up egg, green chillies and cheese, while the Truffle Malai Chicken Tikka Pizza combines the flavours of an Indian favourite with a Neapolitan-style base.

Desserts include the nostalgic Chai & Parle-G Cheesecake and Basque Cheesecake served with raspberry compote.

The Coffee Program

Coffee is an important part of the Rola experience, beginning with the outdoor coffee cart and continuing with a dedicated menu inside.

Guests can choose from classics such as the Flat White and Hot Spanish Latte, along with house creations including the Mint Charcoal Mocha, Sea Salt Vanilla Mocha, Coffee Tonic and Affogato. Whether it is a morning coffee, an afternoon break or a casual catch-up, the coffee programme adds to Rola's identity as both a diner and a coffee destination.

At its core, Rola aims to become part of Bandra's everyday dining scene, bringing together thoughtful food, specialty coffee and a relaxed approach to hospitality. With its all-day format and varied menu, the new diner offers guests a space to gather, eat and spend time together.

Launch Details:

Launch Date: 17th August 2026
Where: Rola, Pali Hill, Bandra, Mumbai
Capacity: 70 guests across indoor and outdoor seating.

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Azure Hospitality Begins Pre-Opening of Jhoom in Chandigarh

By Hariharan U

Published on August 18, 2026

Azure Hospitality has commenced the pre-opening phase of Jhoom in Chandigarh, marking the group's entry into the city with its first multi-cuisine restaurant concept.

Positioned as an immersive dining destination, Jhoom will bring together Indian, European and Asian influences alongside entertainment, nostalgia and contemporary hospitality. The concept is designed to offer diners a diverse culinary experience while creating a distinctive atmosphere built around food, music, culture and storytelling.

Leading the culinary pre-opening and launch preparations is Chef Kartik, Regional Brand Chef, Azure Hospitality. The project marks a significant milestone in his career, representing his 11th outlet opening with Azure Hospitality in two years.

Jhoom's menu is being developed across a broad range of categories, including Indian and European favourites, Asian small plates, artisanal pizzas, sushi, dim sum, wok preparations, international comfort food and contemporary desserts. The multi-cuisine format is intended to give guests flexibility while maintaining distinct culinary identities across different sections of the menu.

Beyond its food offering, Jhoom draws inspiration from nostalgia, travel, cultural exchange, music and the spirit of a bygone India. The concept aims to bring familiar memories into a contemporary setting through its interiors, ambience, entertainment and culinary experiences.

As Regional Brand Chef, Chef Kartik has been closely involved in the pre-opening process, overseeing menu development, culinary systems, kitchen readiness, operational planning, quality standards and team training. His role focuses on translating the restaurant's conceptual vision into a consistent and engaging guest experience.

Commenting on the project, Chef Kartik, Regional Brand Chef, Azure Hospitality, said the concept brings together flavours, techniques and memories from different parts of India and the world. He added that his focus during the pre-opening phase has been to ensure consistency and quality while retaining the character of the Jhoom concept.

The pre-opening marks Azure Hospitality's entry into Chandigarh's evolving dining landscape, with Jhoom positioned around culinary diversity, nostalgia and immersive hospitality. The restaurant is expected to offer diners a format where multiple cuisines, entertainment and experiences come together under one roof.