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Published on January 23, 2025
The Nuts and Dry Fruits Council of India (NDFC[I]) proudly announces the 2nd edition of MEWA 2025, a groundbreaking three-day B2B exhibition dedicated to the nuts and dry fruits industry. Scheduled from February 12th to 14th, 2025, at the Jio Convention Center in Mumbai, this event promises to redefine the industry’s trajectory by fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth.
Over 300 exhibitors from 50+ countries, including major markets like the USA, Chile, Iran, Turkey, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Australia.
Expansive exhibition space of 10,000+ square meters showcasing diverse offerings.
Focus on addressing key industry challenges and opportunities, particularly in the Indian market.
Projections of the dry fruits market reaching $12 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 18%.
Speaking at the press conference, Mr. Yash Gawdi, Co-Chairperson of MEWA 2025, highlighted the importance of the event, stating: “The dry fruits market is set to witness exponential growth, driven by increased consumer awareness and demand for health-conscious products. MEWA 2025 aims to tackle industry challenges, enhance visibility, and establish global partnerships.”
Mr. Gunjan Jain, President of NDFC(I), emphasized the need for focused efforts in streamlining the sector: “India is among the top 10 producers of walnuts, with Kerala and Karnataka leading in cashew production. However, issues like land fragmentation and high interest rates hinder large-scale farming. MEWA 2025 is a pivotal initiative to bring industry stakeholders together and address these challenges through innovation and collaboration.”
The inaugural MEWA event in 2024 was a resounding success, attracting 6,000 visitors and featuring 130+ exhibitors from 20 countries. With an impressive 80% business conversion rate, MEWA 2024 set a high benchmark for trade and networking opportunities. The 2nd edition aims to elevate these achievements, offering an even more vibrant platform for showcasing products, sharing insights, and forging partnerships.
Highlighting current consumer trends, Mr. Deepak Agarwal, Secretary of NDFC(I), remarked: “As 91% of Indians seek nutritious alternatives, the demand for nuts and dry fruits continues to surge. MEWA 2025 is designed to bridge gaps in the industry, addressing consumer needs with innovative and sustainable solutions.”
To promote health-conscious choices, MEWA 2025 will collaborate with Indian cricketers and Bollywood stars to endorse the benefits of nuts and dry fruits, aiming to inspire younger generations toward healthier lifestyles.
MEWA 2025 will also focus on sustainability and production enhancement. Key initiatives include:
Walnut plantation drives in Chakrata, Uttarakhand.
Collaboration with AICA to sign an MOU for cashew plantation and plant distribution.
Strategies to boost international participation and streamline industry practices.
NDFC(I) remains committed to unifying the sector and providing a robust platform for growth, innovation, and sustainability. “The goal is not only to elevate the industry but also to celebrate the diversity and richness of nuts, dates, and dry fruits in India,” added Mr. Jain.
Website: https://mewaindia.in/
MEWA 2025 is an international platform spotlighting the latest advancements in research, innovation, production, trade, and consumption within the nuts and dry fruits sector. With participants from 50+ countries, 300+ exhibitors, and 10,000+ attendees, MEWA 2025 promises to be the premier showcase of the industry’s finest offerings.
Website: https://ndfci.org/
The Nuts and Dry Fruits Council of India (NDFC[I]) serves as the unified voice for stakeholders across the nuts, dry fruits, seeds, raisins, berries, and dates industries in India. From growers to processors and distributors, NDFC(I) fosters unity and collaboration to drive progress and innovation.
Join us at MEWA 2025 to be part of this transformative journey, shaping the future of the nuts and dry fruits industry while celebrating its vibrant heritage.
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Published on August 15, 2026
Rumour in New Delhi has introduced Luna de Agave, a new Wednesday nightlife experience built around tequila cocktails, live music, social dining and a signature 8 PM collective toast.
Running every Wednesday from 7 PM, Luna de Agave is designed as a multi-stage evening that gradually moves from cocktails and social dining into a full nightlife experience.
The experience begins at 7 PM with Golden Hour, featuring a tequila cocktail menu created exclusively for the weekly ritual. The selection includes reinterpretations of the Picante, Margaritas and Rumour's own take on the Paloma.
At 7:30 PM, the evening moves into the Cocktail Tree, a shared presentation featuring 12 mini cocktails served together. Designed as both a social and visual experience, the serve encourages groups to share a round while adding a theatrical element to the evening.
The centrepiece arrives at 8 PM with The Ritual, when guests across the venue are served a surprise mini tequila cocktail. As the lighting changes, live percussion begins and the room comes together for a collective toast.
From 8:30 PM onwards, After Dark takes over, with DJs and percussionists increasing the energy and transitioning the evening from cocktail-led dining into a longer night out.
The food menu complements the social character of the experience, with dishes designed for sharing. Highlights include Korean Chicken Tacos with gochujang and wasabi aioli, Black Bean Tacos with avocado mousse and feta, Salsa Macha Prawns with furikake slaw, and Glazed Tofu with peanut, sesame mayo and hot tahini.
Music is also integrated into the format, with live percussion marking key transitions during the evening. The entertainment lineup will change from week to week, featuring guest performers and surprise acts, while the structure of Luna de Agave remains centred around the 8 PM toast.
According to Nishchay Jain, Founder, Rumour, the concept developed from an existing customer trend, with Wednesdays becoming one of the venue's busier nights and tequila cocktails emerging as a popular choice among guests.
"Luna de Agave came from wanting to give that behaviour an identity and turn it into a ritual, taking a night people already loved coming to Rumour for and giving them little moments to look forward to," Jain said.
Located in Basant Lok, Vasant Vihar, Rumour positions Luna de Agave as a weekly social experience rather than a conventional drinks promotion, creating a structured Wednesday night that moves through cocktails, food, music and shared moments.
Reservations are recommended, particularly for groups looking to experience the Cocktail Tree, while walk-ins are welcome subject to availability.
Event: Luna de AgaveVenue: RumourAddress: 12 Basant Lok, 1st Floor, Priya Market, Vasant Vihar, New DelhiDay: Every WednesdayTimings: From 7 PMFormat: Tequila cocktails, shared serves, live percussion, DJ and social dining
The Filter Coffee has opened its 10th outlet in Bengaluru, expanding its presence in South Bengaluru with a new 70-seater restaurant in Arekere near BTM 6th Stage and Hulimavu.
Opened on August 1, 2026, the new outlet is located on Sir M. Visvesvaraya Road and brings The Filter Coffee's signature South Indian cuisine and filter coffee to the neighbourhood through a full-service dine-in format.
The launch marks a significant milestone for the Bengaluru-based casual dining brand, particularly as Arekere has been part of its customer journey since its early days.
The new restaurant serves a familiar selection of South Indian favourites, including dosas, idlis, traditional banana leaf meals and filter coffee, alongside a broader dine-in offering designed for everyday dining.
Open from 7 AM to 10:30 PM, the outlet caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner. Its breakfast menu is available throughout the day, while a dedicated selection of snacks is offered from 4 PM for afternoon diners.
To mark the opening, The Filter Coffee has introduced a three-visit offer for customers. The first visit includes complimentary filter coffee for two, the second offers a buy-one-get-one deal on banana leaf lunch meals, and the third visit provides a flat 25% discount on the total bill.
Commenting on the launch, Sankrit Iyer, Co-founder, The Filter Coffee, said, "Every new outlet has a story, and Arekere's story is especially meaningful to us. This is where we built one of our earliest customer communities, and returning here feels like coming home."
He added that the brand's relationship with customers in the neighbourhood encouraged the company to establish a permanent retail presence, allowing guests to experience its food, coffee and hospitality through a dedicated dine-in space.
The Arekere opening forms part of The Filter Coffee's measured expansion strategy across Bengaluru.
According to Avinit Bagri, Co-founder, The Filter Coffee, the company prioritises locations where it has already established strong customer relationships rather than expanding solely based on market potential.
"Our expansion strategy has always been thoughtful rather than aggressive. We don't choose locations simply based on market potential; we look for places where we've built genuine customer relationships and where we believe we can create long-term value," said Bagri.
The brand's presence across South Bengaluru includes established neighbourhoods such as Jayanagar, with the Arekere outlet adding another location within a region known for its strong affinity towards traditional South Indian dining.
The new restaurant is positioned within a well-established residential belt near Hulimavu, making it accessible to local residents seeking familiar South Indian meals for everyday dining.
The Filter Coffee is the flagship brand of WishVish Foods Private Limited. Founded in 2014 with its first store in Kalyan Nagar, the brand has grown to operate 10 full-service restaurants across Bengaluru.
Its offering spans dine-in, takeaway and online delivery, with the brand focusing on traditional South Indian food served with consistency and a contemporary casual-dining approach.
The Arekere outlet represents another step in this expansion, strengthening the brand's network across Bengaluru while returning to a neighbourhood that has been part of its journey since its early years.
Venue: The Filter Coffee, ArekereAddress: Site No. 501, Vijay Bank Layout, BTM 6th Stage, Sir M. Visvesvaraya Road, Muthuraya Swamy Layout, Hanuman Nagar, Hulimavu, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560076Opening Date: August 1, 2026Seating Capacity: 70Timings: 7 AM – 10:30 PMContact: Prem – +91 81058 55391
Published on August 14, 2026
Anardana has opened its 14th and largest outlet yet in Noida's Sector 50, introducing an upgraded menu and a contemporary Indian dining environment designed to reflect the brand's next phase of growth.
The new flagship builds on Anardana's presence in Noida, following the response to its Sector 129 outlet. The brand has established a growing following across North India with its modern Indian cuisine, bold flavours and vibrant dining environments.
With the Sector 50 opening, Anardana brings together familiar favourites and new culinary creations in a significantly larger space designed to function as a destination for dining and celebratio ns.
Commenting on the launch, Shruti Malik, Founder, Anardana, said, "The launch of our Noida Sector 50 restaurant is a defining milestone for Anardana as we open our 14th outlet and our largest flagship destination yet. Noida has always been an important market for us, and the love we've received at our Sector 129 outlet gave us the confidence to deepen our presence in the city."
She added that the new flagship was designed to offer more than a restaurant, combining elevated design, warm service and a culinary experience that remains rooted in Indian traditions while embracing contemporary influences.
The Sector 50 outlet adopts a contemporary Indian design language built around fluid geometry, layered materials and sculptural elements.
A double-height central volume forms the heart of the restaurant, with sculptural domes, suspended installations and cascading greenery creating a strong vertical visual identity. Integrated lighting adds depth to the space, while the interplay of solid and open areas creates a balance between intimate dining zones and larger social spaces.
The material palette incorporates terracotta flooring, timber battens, natural stone, textured finishes and handcrafted lattice screens, bringing warmth and tactile character to the interiors.
A dramatic double-height bar acts as the central visual anchor, while curvilinear seating, raised platforms and carefully framed sightlines create distinct dining zones within the larger space.
The design aims to celebrate Indian craftsmanship through a contemporary interpretation rather than relying heavily on traditional ornamentation.
The new outlet also introduces an upgraded menu featuring modern interpretations of Indian flavours alongside familiar Anardana favourites.
Vegetarian highlights include In Pulled Jackfruit Cannelloni, featuring ghee-roasted pulled jackfruit rolled into cannelloni and baked in saffron cream sauce.
Among the non-vegetarian offerings are Butter Chicken Gujiya, featuring crispy gujiyas filled with smoky tandoori chicken and served with Parmesan and makhani sauce, and Malai Chicken Roulade, paired with mashed potatoes and smoked red bell pepper sauce.
Other new dishes include Achari Chicken Breast, mushroom-stuffed chicken finished with a pickle brush and mushroom pepper sauce; Lamb Ragout Sambusa; and Mutton Goli Kebab, served with gilafi kulcha and walnut, radish and eggplant chutneys.
For dessert, the Rasgulla Tiramisu combines rasgulla soaked in coffee and rum with mascarpone and cacao, offering an Indo-Italian interpretation of the classic dessert.
The brand said the expanded menu is intended to build on Anardana's approach to contemporary Indian cuisine while introducing guests to new combinations and presentations.
The Sector 50 outlet represents an important milestone for Anardana as the brand continues to expand its presence across North India. Founded in 2018, Anardana has grown its restaurant portfolio with a focus on modern Indian cuisine, hospitality and experiential dining.
With its largest outlet yet, the brand aims to strengthen its position in Noida's competitive dining landscape while creating a larger destination for everyday meals, celebrations and social occasions.
Venue: Anardana, Sector 50, NoidaAddress: Unit No. TF 04, Aditya Ancora, Plot No. 05, F Block, Sector 50, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301Phone: 9667502046
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