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Published on December 23, 2023
Kamat Hotels India Ltd has expanded its Orchid Hotel portfolio with the opening of its fourth IRA outlet in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, formerly known as Aurangabad. This new addition follows the successful launch of IRA in Mumbai, Bhubaneshwar, and Nashik.
As guests enter IRA By Orchid, they are greeted with a traditional ‘Namaskar’ welcome, setting the tone for a stay that combines warm hospitality with modern luxury. The hotel features the city's freshest rooms and a stunning rooftop restaurant, ‘Upper Deck’, providing panoramic views and exquisite dining. It also houses elegant banquets, making it an ideal venue for both corporate and social events.
Strategically located near the city's top attractions and corporate hubs, and just a short 15-minute drive from the airport, IRA By Orchid serves as a perfect base for exploring landmarks like the Ajanta Ellora Caves and Daulatabad Fort.
The hotel offers a range of meticulously designed rooms, including Deluxe, Premier, and Suite categories. These accommodations blend contemporary design with comfort, catering to all travel needs. Guests can enjoy amenities like centralized air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, in-room safes, and non-smoking rooms.
Dr. Vithal Kamat, Chairman of Kamat Hotels India Ltd, shared his enthusiasm for welcoming guests to the new IRA outlet. He highlighted the Kamat brand's dedication to exceptional food and banquet services and expressed his vision for IRA as a model for future expansion in the Marathwada region.
Vishal Vithal Kamat, Executive Director of KHIL, further added that in line with IRA's philosophy, the hotel will contribute 1% of its sales to community welfare, focusing on the education of the Girl Child and collaborating with grassroots organizations to positively impact the Sambhaji Nagar community.
This new venture promises to elevate the hospitality experience in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, offering guests a unique blend of modern luxury and traditional charm.
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Hyatt Centric MG Road Bengaluru has unveiled its collection of premium Diwali hampers, bringing together gourmet treats, traditional delicacies and festive essentials for the season of gifting. Featuring seven options, the collection caters to different preferences, from indulgent chocolate treats to traditional sweets and thoughtfully selected festive gifts.
The collection includes Allure (Platinum Hamper), which combines chocolate-coated dates, dark chocolate cashews and salted pretzels with wellness snacks and festive essentials. The hamper brings together indulgent treats and mindful snacking for the festive season.
Aura (Gold Hamper) offers a mix of stuffed Medjool dates, chocolate cashews and laddoos, alongside options such as okra chips and black tea. Red wine and playing cards complete the selection, making it suitable for festive gatherings and gifting.
For those looking for a more indulgent option, Opulence (Diamond Hamper) features stuffed Medjool dates, chocolate-coated dates, chocolate cashews and protein laddoos. The selection also includes okra chips, masala chai, premium Indian tea, red wine, playing cards and a chocolate discovery tube.
Imperial (Red Diamond Hamper) offers a generous assortment of gourmet treats and festive additions. It includes stuffed Medjool dates, chocolate-coated dates, chocolate cashews and protein laddoos, along with okra chips, masala chai, premium Indian teas, red wine, playing cards and an idol that adds a traditional touch to Diwali gifting.
The collection also features three other options to suit different gifting preferences. Bliss (Bronze Hamper) brings together a colourful selection of delicacies for family and friends. Harmony (Titanium Hamper) offers a grand assortment of treats with a touch of luxury, while Grandeur (Silver Hamper) features a selection of sweets and artisanal delights for festive celebrations.
With options ranging from gourmet snacks and chocolates to traditional sweets, teas and festive accessories, Hyatt Centric MG Road Bengaluru's Diwali hamper collection offers a variety of choices for sharing the festive spirit with family, friends and colleagues.
True Palate Hospitality, the company behind One8 Commune, Neuma and Pincode, is targeting 50 outlets and revenue of ₹900–1,000 crore by 2030. With around 20–22 outlets currently operating across India and international markets, the company plans to expand its restaurant portfolio over the next five years with a planned investment of ₹30–40 crore.
As part of its expansion plans, One8 Commune has signed projects in Guwahati, Dehradun and Raipur. The Guwahati outlet will mark the brand's entry into Northeast India. Pincode is also preparing to expand its domestic presence, with signed projects in Surat and Ahmedabad. Meanwhile, Neuma is exploring further opportunities, including a potential location in Goa. The company is also evaluating markets where its existing brands have shown promising performance.
True Palate Hospitality recorded revenue growth of more than 40% during its earlier expansion phase between 2022 and 2024. Its current year-on-year growth stands at approximately 15–20%. Going forward, the company plans to focus on carefully selecting markets, strengthening its teams and improving operational capabilities to support long-term growth.
Commenting on the expansion plans, Vartik Tihara, Co-Founder and Director, True Palate Hospitality, said, "Our ambition is to build a portfolio of hospitality brands that can grow across markets while retaining a distinct identity and a strong connection with their audiences. We are targeting 50 outlets over the next five years, with a revenue ambition of ₹900–1,000 crore by 2030. Our focus is on expanding our existing brands in a way that makes commercial sense, identifying the right markets and ensuring that each format has room to grow. We see opportunities across both established and emerging dining destinations, and our priority is to scale thoughtfully while building a sustainable business."
The planned investment of ₹30–40 crore will support new outlet development and strengthen the company's operational and leadership capabilities. Markets such as Goa, Surat and Ahmedabad are among those being considered for further expansion as the company looks to balance growth with commercial viability.
Aditi Tihara, Senior Vice President, True Palate Hospitality, highlighted the importance of operational readiness as the company enters new markets. She said, "Scaling a hospitality business requires much more than opening new locations. Every expansion involves identifying the right talent, training teams, establishing robust operating processes and ensuring that the experience associated with each brand translates consistently on the ground. One8 Commune, Neuma and Pincode each have a distinct identity, audience and operating model, and our approach must reflect those differences while maintaining the standards guests expect. As we enter new markets, our priority is to build the operational capabilities that allow us to grow sustainably, maintain quality across locations and keep the guest experience at the centre of every decision."
The company is also considering a combination of company-owned outlets and franchise-led models for future growth. The approach will depend on individual projects, market conditions and commercial viability, allowing True Palate Hospitality to manage its investments while expanding its brands across different markets.
Beyond restaurants, the company is developing its experiential entertainment offering through Commune Circus, a hospitality-led intellectual property that brings curated entertainment experiences to its outlets. The initiative features personalities from cricket and the entertainment industry, giving guests opportunities to interact with them in an intimate setting. The tour has travelled across One8 Commune locations in Aerocity, Delhi; Juhu, Mumbai; Goa; and Golf Course Road, Gurugram.
With its focus on expanding its restaurant portfolio, strengthening operations and exploring new business models, True Palate Hospitality is working towards its 2030 targets while building on the distinct identities of One8 Commune, Neuma and Pincode.
This Diwali, Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal invites guests to celebrate the season of togetherness with a collection of festive hampers featuring traditional Indian sweets, artisanal treats, gourmet indulgences and festive accents. Curated by the hotel's culinary team, the hampers offer a range of gifting options for different tastes and occasions.
The collection brings together Indian mithais, chocolates, premium nuts and baked treats, with options ranging from traditional sweet assortments to gourmet combinations. Sinful Delight features Mixed Dry Fruit Laddu, Mawa Cutlet, Motichoor Laddu and Kesariya Barfi, while Sweet Indulgence offers Hazelnut Rocher, Coconut Bonbon and Almond & Peanut Chocolate Fudge.
For those who enjoy classic Indian sweets, Indian Delight includes Mewa Roll, Anjeer Katori, Kaju Sandwich and Pista Mista. Mix of Happiness combines Indian favourites such as Kesar Peda, Kaju Jalebi and Mawa Apple with Curry Leaf Cashew, Poddi Almond, Cajun Spiced Cashew, Togarashi Almond and assorted chocolate treats.
Nut lovers can opt for The Nutty Affair, featuring Belgian Chocolate Bars in Pistachio and Ragi flavours, Cajun Spiced Cashew, Togarashi Almond and Marble Brownie. Meanwhile, Diwali Delight offers a wider selection of festive treats, including Ajwain Mathhi, Ragi Jeera Para, Kaju Ball, Dry Fruit Mawa Katori, Chocolate Burfi, assorted macaroons, Cranberry Granola, flavoured nuts and chocolates.
For those looking for more elaborate gifting options, Joyful Bounty brings together Orange Tea Cake, a Belgian Chocolate Bar, Cranberry Granola, gourmet teas and festive décor. The Courtyard Bespoke Hamper offers a premium selection featuring Orange & Vanilla Infused Tea Cake, Marble Brownie, Belgian Chocolates, Assorted Macarons, Premium Nuts, a bottle of red wine, organic honey, sundried tomatoes and festive décor pieces.
Guests can also personalise their hampers with a selection of gourmet products available at the hotel. These include granola bars, cranberry granola, pitted prunes, apricots, capers, sundried tomatoes, olive oil, artisan roasted chilli oil, gluten-free pasta, premium nut mixes and assorted dry fruits. Additional options include salted caramel and Thai chilli makhanas, Nutella, Lotus Biscoff spread, wild berry sugar-free toffees, herbal teas and Davidoff coffee, along with sparkling and fine wines. Adding a traditional touch to the gifting experience, the hotel also offers festive accents such as incense sticks, decorative diyas and Ganesha idols.
With a mix of traditional flavours, contemporary treats and customisable gifting options, Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal's Diwali hamper collection offers guests a way to share festive cheer with family, friends and colleagues.
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