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By Nishang Narayan
Published on October 10, 2024
After captivating taste buds worldwide with over 850 locations across 36 states in the US and countries like Australia, Singapore, The Philippines, Taiwan, South Korea, Thailand, and Indonesia, Jamba, the American quick-service restaurant known for its Whirl'd-famous smoothies, is about to open its first outlet in India later this year. This significant expansion for the brand brings its freshly blended smoothies to a new market. Located in Bandra West, Mumbai, Jamba is designed for people who are always on the move, offering a convenient and enjoyable experience with both in-store dining options and grab-and-go service.
A Journey Rooted in Health
Jamba began its journey in 1990 with a simple yet powerful mission: to serve customers delicious products that support a healthier lifestyle. From its humble beginnings as a single store 30 years ago, Jamba has grown into a worldwide beloved brand, renowned for its premium handcrafted beverages and snacks, while remaining committed to its wholesome purpose.
Exciting Expansion Plans
"As we expand into the Indian market, we're thrilled to bring our unique offering of made-to-order smoothies, juices, and snacks to a region with such a vibrant food culture," said Steven Yang, Senior Vice President, APAC at GoTo Foods International. "The demand for innovative and customizable flavour options is growing rapidly here, and we see incredible potential for our portfolio of brands to connect with consumers. This is more than just a business opportunity; it's a chance to become a part of the daily routines and lifestyles of this community."
Jamba has ambitious plans to expand its footprint across India, with the initial phase seeing the opening of stores in major metropolitan cities, including Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. This strategic approach will allow Jamba to establish a strong presence in key markets and reach a wide range of consumers. As Jamba continues to grow, it will focus on providing a personalized experience for Indian customers. The menu will feature a wide selection, including smoothies, juices, and bowls, crafted from authentic ingredients. Additionally, Jamba will offer a range of iced and hot coffees and wholesome versions of local dishes and snacks designed to cater to the Indian palate. With both in-store dining and delivery options, you can enjoy your favourite Jamba creations wherever you are.
A Vision for Growth
Haritha Ghattamaneni, Director at Vihaga Ventures, shared, "We're thrilled to finally bring Jamba to this dynamic market. I see a lot of potential for Jamba's growth in India as we currently lack an authentic smoothie brand. We plan to open at least 10 locations by the end of next year. Our commitment to offering delicious, fulfilling, and convenient food and beverages aligns perfectly with the increasing health consciousness among Indian consumers, and we're excited to become a beloved part of the Indian food scene."
Jamba's entry into India is a testament to the brand's confidence in the country's growth potential, and it is poised to become a popular choice among Indian consumers. We cannot wait to get our hands on the famous classic Mango-a-Go-Go Smoothie, the Açai Primo Bowl, and the new Avocado Coffee Smoothie!
About Jamba®
Jamba is the global lifestyle brand leader serving on-the-go freshly blended fruit and vegetable smoothies, made-to-order bowls, juices, shots, boosts, and bites. As of June 30, 2024, Jamba had more than 800 locations operating in 35 U.S. states, as well as South Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan, Singapore, Australia, Guatemala, and Saudi Arabia. For more information and to stay connected, follow @JambaJuice on Twitter and Instagram or visit jamba.com.
About Jamba India
Jamba India is a leading lifestyle brand that offers a wide range of fresh, healthy, and delicious fruit-based beverages and snacks. Committed to using high-quality ingredients and providing exceptional customer service, Jamba India is a destination for those seeking nutritious and delicious options. From classic favourites to innovative creations, the menu caters to diverse tastes and preferences. Join the Jamba India community and experience the joy of healthy living, one sip at a time.
Meet Haritha Ghattamaneni
As a key figure in the hospitality industry, Haritha Ghattamaneni has been instrumental in the success of several notable ventures. She is part of Buffalo Wild Wings, India, a popular American casual dining chain, and the mastermind behind The Deccan Biryani, a renowned Indian QSR restaurant chain. In addition to these culinary accomplishments, she is the driving force behind Mantis Club, Dubai, with three more exciting properties slated to open in Dubai this November.
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By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on February 2, 2026
Café Swasthya, a wellness-driven café inspired by Ayurvedic principles and conscious living, has opened its second outlet in South Delhi. Launched on January 20, 2026, at Kailash Colony, the new café marks the brand’s next phase of growth following a year of steady engagement, collaborations, and expansion.
Spanning approximately 1,400 sq. ft. with seating for 43 guests, the Kailash Colony outlet continues Café Swasthya’s signature design language rooted in Indian architectural heritage and sustainability. Designed as a natural extension of the brand’s first café, the space offers a calm, grounded, and thoughtfully curated environment that encourages mindful dining.
The interiors feature a handcrafted bamboo ceiling inspired by traditional bamboo thatched roofs, selected for its renewability, strength, and natural temperature-regulating qualities. Teakwood furniture adds warmth and durability, while jute-matted seating highlights the use of biodegradable, locally produced natural fibres. Rajasthani upholstery with Charbagh-inspired floral prints introduces colour and cultural depth to the seating areas.
A standout feature of the café is its signature mud wall, inspired by sand plaster techniques. Serving as both a visual focal point and a storytelling element, the wall displays Café Swasthya and Butterfly Ayurveda’s curated range of teas, cookies, and wellness products. Terracotta lighting, drawing from architectural traditions dating back to the Indus Valley Civilisation, casts a soft and calming glow across the space.
Alongside the new outlet, Café Swasthya has significantly evolved its food and beverage offerings over the past year. Responding to consistent customer feedback, the brand has refreshed its menu to reflect changing preferences while staying true to its wellness philosophy. The updated menu features refreshing coolers and shakes, traditional Indian classics such as the Thali, and a selection of Indian desserts.
Addressing customer demand, the café has also introduced multigrain pancakes, expanding its breakfast and all-day dining options. Special gluten-free dishes, including an amaranth salad, further reinforce the brand’s focus on inclusivity, nourishment, and mindful eating.
The second outlet follows a year of key milestones for Café Swasthya. In 2025, the brand participated in the Asia Tea & Coffee Expo, sharing the story behind Café Swasthya and Butterfly Ayurveda. It also served as the Chai and Food Partner for the Wellness & Chai event organised by WomenListed, where it curated a 13-item Ayurvedic menu aligned with traditional practices.
Café Swasthya was also invited to the Global Happiness Festival in Jaipur, where it engaged visitors through a food and tea stall and conversations around Ayurveda and holistic well-being. Further collaborations included serving as the health partner for a skating tournament at Vivekananda School and providing curated cookie packs for Lady Shri Ram College’s international academic conference.
On the operations front, the café has strengthened its capabilities by upgrading bulk cake, muffin, and cookie packaging, enabling safe long-distance delivery of freshly baked products across multiple parts of India within 24 hours.
Commenting on the expansion, Akshi Khandelwal, Founder of Café Swasthya and Butterfly Ayurveda, said, “Café Swasthya is more than just about good food. It is about lifestyle transformation. We intend to integrate Ayurvedic wisdom into your everyday life to help you eat better, and live better.”
With its second outlet now open, Café Swasthya continues to create spaces that blend mindful food, traditional wisdom, and sustainable design. The brand is also open to select franchise and collaboration opportunities with partners aligned with its values of wellness, integrity, and sustainability.
Address: HS-37, 1st Floor, Kailash Colony Market, New Delhi – 110048 (Landmark: Above Madonna Salon).
By Hariharan U
Coffee Island has announced the expansion of its House Fresh Menu across select cafés in Delhi NCR, following a successful initial launch at its GK 2 outlet. From 30 January onwards, the refreshed all-day menu is now available at Coffee Island’s cafés in Delhi’s Netaji Subhash Place and Gurugram’s HQ27 and AIPL Joy Central, Sector 65.
Rooted in its Greek origins and loved globally, Coffee Island continues to strengthen its food-forward café experience with a focus on freshly prepared dishes, generous portions and familiar, comforting flavours. The House Fresh Menu has been designed to cater to multiple dining occasions, whether it’s a relaxed breakfast, a working lunch, or an unhurried evening spent over coffee.
Available across Coffee Island outlets, the menu features a range of café classics spanning pastas, flatbreads, melts and desserts. Pasta offerings include well-loved Italian favourites such as Spaghetti Aglio Olio, Italian Arrabbiata Penne and Three-Cheese Mac. Flatbreads bring together flavour-packed combinations like Basil Pesto Veggie, Italian Margherita and Chicken Jalapeño Melt Flatbread.
The menu also includes indulgent melts and sandwiches served on brioche or flatbreads, with options such as Chilli Cheese Mushroom, Ham & Cheese Brioche and Chilli Cheese Brioche. Desserts round off the experience with choices like Basque-style cheesecake, Biscoff cream cheese and chocolate mousse jars, along with soft tea cakes in almond, choco-banana and cinnamon pistachio flavours.
Exclusive to Coffee Island’s Gurugram outlets at HQ27 and AIPL Joy Central, the House Fresh Menu also introduces an all-day breakfast selection. Guests can enjoy Islander eggs prepared scrambled, boiled, fried or as an omelette, along with Akuri toast and indulgent French toasts served with Nutella, berries or classic maple syrup, making these locations ideal for leisurely mornings and brunch-style dining.
Alongside the refreshed food offering, Coffee Island continues to showcase its coffee expertise with a wide selection of hot and cold beverages, signature blends and non-coffee options such as boba teas and milkshakes, ensuring a complete café experience for every guest.
With the rollout of the House Fresh Menu, Coffee Island reinforces its commitment to freshly prepared food and relaxed café dining, positioning its Delhi NCR cafés as go-to destinations for everyday meals and extended catch-ups.
Event Details:What: House Fresh Menu at Coffee IslandWhen: From 30 January 2026 onwards
Where:• Delhi – PP Towers, Netaji Subhash Place | Open 24 hours• Gurugram – HQ27 | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM• Gurugram – AIPL Joy Central, Sector 65 | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Published on February 1, 2026
This Valentine’s Day, BELAGIO is redefining romance with chocolate that speaks straight to the heart. Introducing the Hearts & Roses Collection, a limited-edition Valentine’s special where love is baked, sculpted and savoured, transforming classic symbols of romance into elegant dessert creations.
Known for its emotion-driven craftsmanship and refined aesthetic, BELAGIO brings together flavour, form and feeling in a collection designed to delight not just the palate, but the senses. Each dessert is crafted as a love letter in chocolate, turning familiar Valentine motifs into luxurious, share-worthy indulgences.
At the heart of the collection is the Choco Berry Heart, a striking heart-shaped creation layered with dark chocolate mousse, tangy berry compote and almond chocolate sponge. Finished with a radiant red glaze and delicate gold accents, the dessert balances richness with brightness, offering a bold yet romantic expression of flavour.
Equally aptivating is the Chocolate Truffle Rose, a chocolate truffle cake crowned with a meticulously hand-crafted chocolate rose. Designed as a modern tribute to Valentine’s flowers, the edible rose adds both visual drama and sentimental charm, making it as memorable to gift as it is to savour.
Every dessert in the Hearts & Roses Collection is created as a thoughtful conversation between texture, taste and emotion. Whether shared between couples, friends, or enjoyed as a personal indulgence, the collection celebrates love in all its forms.
Available in limited quantities, BELAGIO’s Valentine’s special transforms everyday moments into romantic celebrations, offering chocolate that doesn’t just taste indulgent, but feels meaningful.
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