Indian Restaurant Congress 2025 & Coffee & Tea Asia 2025 to Host Nation's Biggest F&B Ecosystem Under One Roof

Indian Restaurant Congress 2025 & Coffee & Tea Asia 2025 to Host Nation's Biggest F&B Ecosystem Under One Roof

By Author

Published on July 30, 2025

India's $95.75 billion restaurant industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, growing at over 10% annually on the back of shifting consumer habits, rising urban aspirations, premiumisation, and a wave of food-tech innovation. Tapping into this momentum, the 14th edition of the Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards will take place from August 5–6, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, this year, in tandem with the launch of Coffee & Tea Asia Summit 2025. Together, the dual-format event will bring more than 2,000 leaders, creators, and changemakers under one roof, offering a panoramic view of the future of food, beverage, and hospitality in India.

Organised by RestaurantIndia.in and Franchise India, and powered by Founding Partner, Cremica and Fuel Partner – Indian Oil, this two-day summit is not just a celebration of growth, it's a deep dive into the ideas, people, and platforms shaping the next decade of dining and beverage consumption in India. Cha-Chi Communications joins as the official PR & storytelling partner, lending voice and vision to the conversations redefining food and hospitality.

Themed "A Global Outlook," IRC 2025 will spotlight India's emergence as a global culinary force from homegrown brands expanding internationally to international QSR players scaling operations in India. Through a dynamic mix of keynotes, panel discussions, and focused breakout sessions, the summit will delve into the future of dining with conversations on immersive experiences, phygital restaurant formats, hyperlocal growth, 10-minute delivery ecosystems, and technology-led kitchen models. With over 150+ influential voices from across the F&B ecosystem, IRC 2025 promises a rich, future-facing agenda designed to inspire and equip every player in the foodservice value chain.

The event culminates with The Indian Restaurant Awards & Culinary Innovation Awards 2025, honouring excellence across formats, regions, and categories, from legacy fine-dine institutions to delivery-first kitchen disruptors.

Making its India debut on August 6thCoffee & Tea Asia (CTA) will serve as a dedicated platform for the fast-growing beverage ecosystem. It brings together café owners, roasters, tea planters, packagers, café-tech entrepreneurs, equipment makers, and baristas for a vibrant B2B experience of product discovery, tastings, demos, and high-value networking.

As Indian cities witness a café culture boom driven by Gen Z and premium urban consumers, CTA 2025 offers brands a chance to tap into the next big wave in Asia's beverage economy from sustainable brewing and ethical sourcing to cutting-edge equipment and experiential cafés.

The event floor will be organised into four curated zones:

  • ReStart – India's hottest F&B start-ups and franchise challengers.
  • ReSupply – Equipment, packaging, and supply chain solution providers.
  • ReSoft – Restaurant tech and digital service enablers.
  • ReSpaces – Design, architecture, and real estate innovators shaping modern dining environments

With over 2000 premium attendees expected, including stakeholders from across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, the summit promises unprecedented opportunities for business matching, lead generation, and strategic partnerships.

India's food and beverage industry is evolving at an unmatched pace and IRC & CTA 2025 are where its future will be written. Whether you're scaling your restaurant, disrupting café chains, or building the next F&B tech unicorn, this is where the most serious conversations happen.

As India's food and drink landscape becomes increasingly experiential, tech-enabled, and globally influenced, IRC & Coffee & Tea Asia 2025 promise to deliver future-first insights, industry connections, and brand visibility for every serious stakeholder in the ecosystem whether they're serving up street eats or premium pours.

Register Now: https://www.restaurantindia.in/congress/conference-lp.php 

Know More: https://www.restaurantindia.in/congress/  


Zega at Sheraton Hyderabad Unveils Mizuwari Series Inspired by Samurai Virtues

Zega at Sheraton Hyderabad Unveils Mizuwari Series Inspired by Samurai Virtues

By Hariharan U

Published on August 25, 2026

Zega at Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel has unveiled the Mizuwari Series, a new collection of seven signature cocktails inspired by the Japanese tradition of Mizuwari, meaning “cut with water,” and the seven virtues of the Samurai.

Rooted in the principles of balance, restraint and refinement, the new beverage concept combines bold flavours, subtle dilution and considered craftsmanship. Each cocktail is designed around a distinct virtue, translating elements of Japanese philosophy into a contemporary drinking experience.

The collection features Makoto, Chu, Ikigai, Rei, Jin, Yu and Meiyo, with each creation offering its own flavour profile and personality.

The journey begins with Makoto – Honesty & Sincerity, combining vodka, Aperol, yuzu lime and fizz. Chu – Duty & Loyalty brings together bourbon whisky, lime, sesame and Angostura bitters in a characterful highball.

Ikigai – The Secret to a Long & Happy Life combines gin, cherry cordial, hibiscus and sparkling elements, while Rei – Beauty in Imperfection takes a more unexpected approach with vodka, pickled ginger, kaffir lime, cucumber and watermelon.

The collection continues with Jin – Compassion, a blush-pink highball featuring gin, passion, strawberry sweet vermouth, citrus and fizz. Yu – Heroic Courage combines gin, cherry wine, Campari, lime and fizz, while Meiyo – Honour brings together white rum, pineapple, Campari and lime for a more layered profile.

Together, the seven cocktails create a beverage experience that goes beyond individual flavour combinations, inviting guests to explore the stories and virtues represented by each creation.

Through the Mizuwari Series, Zega continues to explore contemporary Japanese-inspired beverage experiences, bringing together traditional philosophy, modern mixology and thoughtful presentation. From refreshing and delicate profiles to richer and more complex combinations, the collection encourages guests to pause, discover and savour each cocktail.


The Orchid Chandigarh Celebrates Rakshabandhan with South Indian Festive Feast

The Orchid Chandigarh Celebrates Rakshabandhan with South Indian Festive Feast

By Hariharan U

Published on August 23, 2026

The Orchid Chandigarh is inviting guests to celebrate Rakshabandhan with an authentic South Indian festive dining experience at South of Vindhyas on August 28, bringing together regional flavours, family traditions and warm hospitality.

The specially curated experience is designed for families looking to mark the occasion over a festive meal, with a menu inspired by the rich culinary traditions of South India.

Guests can choose between thoughtfully curated vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals, featuring classic South Indian delicacies prepared using authentic recipes and time-honoured cooking techniques. The menus are designed to offer a wholesome dining experience while showcasing the distinctive flavours of the region.

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Whether celebrating the bond between siblings, gathering with family or simply enjoying a festive meal, the Rakshabandhan offering at South of Vindhyas provides an opportunity to mark the occasion through food and togetherness.

The experience reflects the restaurant’s focus on bringing authentic regional cuisine to Chandigarh while creating memorable occasions for guests. With traditional flavours and the hospitality associated with The Orchid Chandigarh, the festive meal aims to make Rakshabandhan a special culinary celebration.

Event Details:

What: Rakshabandhan Festive Meal
Venue: South of Vindhyas, The Orchid Chandigarh
Date: August 28, 2026
Contact: +91 9056784618 / +91 9056784619 / +91 9056784617


Opus at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai Brings Chinese Hot-Pot Experience This August

Opus at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai Brings Chinese Hot-Pot Experience This August

By Hariharan U

Published on August 22, 2026

This August, Opus at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai is bringing a warm and comforting Chinese dining experience to the city with Hot-Pot: The Comfort of Togetherness, running from 17–30 August.

The experience offers guests a choice of three broths, Sichuan, Asian Mushroom and Tomato Stock. These can be paired with a selection of vegetables, meats, seafood and noodles, giving diners the option to build a hot-pot meal to their liking.

Designed for sharing, the experience is well suited for Mumbai's monsoon season and offers a relaxed way to enjoy a meal with family and friends.

With its focus on warm broths, fresh ingredients and a shared dining format, Hot-Pot: The Comfort of Togetherness adds a seasonal option to Mumbai's August dining scene

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