Pret A Manger Elevates Coffee Experience with Delhi-NCR Expansion

By Author

Published on December 30, 2023

Pret A Manger, the acclaimed UK brand celebrated for its fresh food and organic coffee, is proud to announce its recent expansion in Delhi-NCR. Since the inauguration of its flagship store at Select CITYWALK, Saket, the brand has extended its footprint to Punjabi Bagh Club Road, M3M - Sector 66 Gurugram, Aerocity, and Cyber Hub.

Pret A Manger is renowned for creating a welcoming environment for coffee enthusiasts, with each location carefully chosen to offer a distinctive coffee experience. At Pret a Manger, patrons can indulge in meticulously curated coffee blends, ranging from rich lattes to intense espressos. The menu is a delightful ensemble of baguette sandwiches, salads, wraps, soups, and beverages, all crafted with a focus on fresh ingredients and thoughtful recipes.

The brand's commitment to a joyful food experience shines through its diverse offerings. The expansion into new locations such as Punjabi Bagh Club Road, M3M - Sector 66 Gurugram, Aerocity, and Cyber Hub reaffirms Pret A Manger's dedication to redefining the coffee experience in Delhi-NCR.

In a significant move, Pret A Manger, the UK-based food and coffee chain, has ventured into the Indian market through a partnership with Reliance Brands Limited. The brand is set to open its first shop in India on April 21, 2023, in Maker Maxity, Mumbai.

Designed to emulate Pret's iconic London shops, the Mumbai store spans 2,567 sq ft, featuring a vast dining space. Offering an array of freshly made sandwiches, baguettes, salads, soups, and organic coffee, tea, shakes, and smoothies, the Mumbai shop embodies the brand's commitment to freshness and quality.

Pret A Manger pays homage to local craftsmanship with an adaptation of the "Emanating Star," a central element of the Pret logo, adorned with traditional Warli patterns and modern design elements representing Mumbai. The artwork, conceptualized and created by Guerrilla Art and the Vayeda brothers, symbolizes the fusion of cultures, combining traditional Indian art with Pret's modern aesthetics.

Pano Christou, CEO of Pret A Manger, expressed excitement about the Mumbai launch, emphasizing their collaboration with Reliance Brands Limited to create an offering tailored to Indian preferences. Christou sees the Mumbai opening as a landmark moment in Pret's international expansion plans, confident that the brand will resonate with Indian consumers.

As Pret A Manger continues to weave its culinary magic, patrons in Delhi-NCR and Mumbai can look forward to a delightful and refreshing coffee experience, coupled with a diverse menu crafted with passion and dedication to quality.

ITC Hotels Celebrate a Green Christmas Across Maurya, Mughal, Rajputana and Grand Bharat

By Hariharan U

Published on December 19, 2025

This festive season, ITC Hotels continue their legacy of creative, responsible celebration with sustainable Christmas trees across ITC Maurya, ITC Mughal, ITC Rajputana, and ITC Grand Bharat. These installations combine artistry, tradition, and eco-conscious practices, reflecting the brand’s ethos of Responsible Luxury, where celebration meets sustainability.

ITC Mughal: Weaving Tradition with Zardozi

In Agra, ITC Mughal’s grand lobby is adorned with a 17-feet Christmas Tree inspired by Zardozi craft, showcasing gold threads, beads, and intricate Mughal-era detailing. Each ornament celebrates the skill of local artisans while highlighting the hotel’s sustainable approach through renewable energy, reduced plastic usage, and biodiverse green spaces. The installation offers a festive experience that is immersive, artistic, and environmentally mindful.

ITC Rajputana: A Christmas Draped in Safa

At ITC Rajputana, a 15-feet pagri-inspired Christmas tree honours the craft communities of Rajasthan. Made with iron, plywood, and over 130 handcrafted safa fabrics in Bandhej, Pachranga, and Leheriya patterns, the vibrant installation reflects the region’s artistic heritage. Positioned in the Jaigarh Lobby, it exemplifies ITC Rajputana’s dedication to culturally rooted hospitality and Responsible Luxury.

ITC Maurya: Eco Elora – A Thoughtful Expression of Christmas

ITC Maurya presents Eco Elora, a 16-feet lobby installation crafted entirely from natural, repurposed, and biodegradable materials, including pine flowers, shola, betel nut skins, corn husk, palm leaves, jute, dried fruits, moss, and coconut coir. With 170 hours of meticulous craftsmanship, this tree embodies patience, precision, and sustainability, merging eco-conscious design with festive charm.

ITC Grand Bharat: Sustain-a-Tree

At ITC Grand Bharat, the Sustain-a-Tree offers a minimalist and eco-forward celebration. Constructed from wood, cane, and jute, each layer of the tree reflects intentional design and a commitment to sustainability, symbolising joy through mindful living and responsible festivity.

Across these iconic hotels, ITC’s green Christmas installations uphold a vision where creativity, culture, and sustainability converge, offering guests a festive experience that is as joyful as it is conscientious.

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McDonald’s India North & East Launches Cheesy Mushroom and Cheesy Chicken Burgers in Signature Collection

By Hariharan U

Published on December 19, 2025

McDonald’s India North & East, operated by Connaught Plaza Restaurants Pvt. Ltd. (CPRL), has unveiled its new Signature Collection with two indulgent offerings, Cheesy Mushroom and Cheesy Chicken bringing an elevated burger experience that promises to make you go “Whoaaa.”

With consumer preferences shifting toward deeper, richer flavours, McDonald’s has crafted these new Signature Collection variants to combine bold, thoughtfully layered ingredients, premium proteins, and textures that delight in every bite.

The new Signature Collection includes:

Cheesy Mushroom: A rich, cheesy mushroom patty with savoury Italian sauce, tangy gherkins, and crisp lettuce, stacked in a protein bun for a multi-textured, indulgent experience.
Cheesy Chicken: Flame-grilled chicken paired with a juicy egg patty, balanced with tangy habanero sauce, crisp gherkins, and lettuce in a protein bun, offering a layered, flavour-packed bite.

Staying true to McDonald’s “Proudly Indian” commitment, all ingredients, from mushrooms and lettuce to chicken and eggs, are sourced from trusted Indian suppliers, supporting local farmers while ensuring freshness and quality.

Rajeev Ranjan, Managing Director, McDonald’s India – North and East, said:
"With the Signature Collection, we’re transforming everyday burgers into indulgent experiences. These new Cheesy Mushroom and Cheesy Chicken variants are thoughtfully layered with bold flavours, textures, and high-quality ingredients, delivering a symphony of taste that makes you go 'Whoa.' By pairing global-inspired flavours with locally sourced ingredients, we ensure every bite resonates with Indian preferences."

Available across McDonald’s restaurants in North and East India, the new Signature Collection can be enjoyed via dine-in, takeaway, drive-thru, and delivery through leading food aggregators.

About McDonald’s India North & East:
Operated by Connaught Plaza Restaurants Pvt. Ltd., McDonald’s North & East India serves millions annually across more than 270 restaurants and 160 McCafes. Committed to quality, innovation, and local sourcing, the brand provides employment to over 6,000 people and offers diverse formats including standalone restaurants, drive-thrus, and 24/7 outlets.