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Published on September 16, 2023
Swiggy, India's foremost on-demand convenience platform, has introduced the ‘Learning Station,’ a cutting-edge digital learning hub designed to bolster the growth of its restaurant partners. This initiative is seamlessly integrated into the Swiggy partner app and offers a diverse array of courses tailored to assist restaurant partners on their journey to success.
Swapnil Bajpai, Head of Supply at Swiggy, highlighted the significance of the Learning Station, emphasizing Swiggy's commitment to enhancing its restaurant partners' experiences and facilitating their growth. He stated, “The Learning Station is a way for us to provide valuable resources and education to empower our partners. We're fully committed to giving our partners the best support and opportunities to succeed.”
The Learning Station features content curated to address the specific learning needs of restaurant partners at different stages of their engagement with Swiggy. It offers concise, engaging, and easily comprehensible audio-visual content, focusing on leveraging technology tools, utilizing data for business expansion, and mastering various aspects of restaurant operations.
Some of the essential course topics covered by the Learning Station include:
Refining menus to align with changing customer preferences.
Crafting effective advertising strategies.
Strategically employing discounts to engage customers.
Gaining valuable insights for sustained restaurant business growth.
Positive Impact and Feedback
The Learning Station has already made a significant impact, with over 37,000 partners accessing it and an additional 2,000 visits every day. Shweta Balambal and Surendra Dixit, who have been instrumental in the project's success, reported a click-through rate of 20.72 percent. They noted that over 97 percent of partners participating in the program expressed satisfaction with the launch.
The Learning Station is designed to help restaurant partners boost their online presence, select the right advertising campaigns, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. It reflects Swiggy's commitment to fostering the progress of its restaurant partners through education and skill development.
As Swiggy continues its efforts to support and empower its partners, initiatives like the Learning Station play a vital role in driving success in the food delivery industry.
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By Hariharan U
Published on September 16, 2025
Melbourne food lovers can now enjoy SAADI as a permanent dining destination at the former Sunda site. After twelve pop-ups and three years since relocating to Melbourne, the restaurant officially opened its doors on 4th September 2025.
SAADI’s menu draws inspiration from family recipes and seasonal ingredients. Starters include idli topped with Dutch spring carrots and crackers with pickled celeriac based on Saavni’s grandmother’s recipe. Mid-course dishes feature Kadhi Pakora, a yogurt-based sauce with vegetable fritters, and lamb kebab using Loddon Valley lamb brisket paired with bitter greens and fermented citrus dressing.
For mains, the restaurant serves BBQ fish with Pulikachal (simmered tamarind sauce) and a spiced curry leaf condiment, alongside thoughtfully paired sides. Desserts showcase SAADI’s take on traditional barfi, combining almond barfi with apple curd and buttermilk sorbet. An exclusive bar snack menu, changing regularly, complements the dining experience.
SAADI will serve dinner Wednesday to Saturday (5:30 pm – 10:00 pm) and lunch Friday and Saturday (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm). Wednesday and Thursday feature an set menu alongside an a la carte option. Friday and Saturday offer the set menu, while lunch is a set menu. The bar remains open for walk-ins throughout the week.
About SAADI
SAADI was founded during the COVID lockdown as a way to cook and document cherished recipes. After relocating to Melbourne in 2022, the team hosted their first pop-up at Etta, gaining valuable insights and building brand awareness.
Now permanent, SAADI celebrates Indian heritage through traditional methods like fermentation, pickling, and open-fire cooking, combined with nearly 12 years of professional culinary expertise in Australia. The menu emphasizes seasonal produce, respecting the time and craft it takes to grow vegetables. Menus will evolve quarterly with the seasons.
Founders Saavni & Aditya emphasize work-life balance as a key principle, shaping a healthy and supportive team culture while bringing the rich flavours of their childhood to Melbourne diners.
For reservations and more details, visit: www.saadimelbourne.com
Published on September 14, 2025
OZEN LIFE MAADHOO has raised the bar for luxury dining in the Maldives with the launch of its new barefoot bistro at Hudhu Bay. The open-air concept blends fine dining with a relaxed, toes-in-the-sand setting, inviting guests on a global culinary journey inspired by Sri Lankan mud crab.
Anupam Banjeree, Vice President of Food & Beverage, explained, “Located in a prime beach setting, we wanted everything about HUDHU BAY to reflect sustainability, from the design to the dishes. The idea was to bring fine dining to the beach, where guests could enjoy exquisite meals barefoot, surrounded by nature.”
The dining experience begins with tropical cocktails crafted by in-house mixologists and crab-inspired amuse-bouche, before guests are seated to explore an extensive mud crab menu. Dishes spotlight flavours from around the world, from À la Provençale Crab with its herb-infused French flair, to Hong Kong Butter Garlic Crab showcasing wok-hei Cantonese cooking.
Other highlights include the iconic Singaporean Chilli Crab, balancing sweet, spicy, and savoury notes, and the fiery Jaffna Spiced Crab, a tribute to Sri Lanka’s Tamil culinary traditions. Guests can also savour Sri Lankan Scampi, rooted in time-honoured coastal recipes.
After dinner, the barefoot journey continues under the stars, with coffee and liqueurs served on the beach in a relaxed après-feast ritual.
OZEN LIFE MAADHOO has placed sustainability at the heart of the concept. From sourcing traceable seafood to eco-friendly décor choices, every detail reflects a commitment to marine conservation and responsible gastronomy.
This philosophy aligns with THE OZEN COLLECTION’s broader approach to redefining luxury dining across its properties from underwater fine dining at M6m to Maldivian heritage cuisine at LONU and authentic Asian flavours at TRADITION PEKING.
Guests can enhance their experience with the resort’s signature INDULGENCE™ Plan, which includes unlimited access to premium beverages, curated wines, and crafted cocktails. With its innovative concept, international flavours, and focus on sustainability, the barefoot bistro at Hudhu Bay is set to become one of the Maldives’ most memorable dining experiences — adding yet another jewel to OZEN LIFE MAADHOO’s world-class culinary portfolio.
By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on September 13, 2025
Adhira & Appa Coffee (A&A), a homegrown coffee brand from Kochi, has announced the opening of new outlets in Hyderabad and Nashik, marking the next phase of its national expansion. Following the strong response to its first café in Kochi, the brand now aims to establish over 50 outlets across India by the end of the financial year.
To accelerate this growth, A&A Coffee is inviting investors and franchise partners to collaborate in its journey. The brand’s expansion strategy includes multiple store formats designed to cater to different consumer segments and investor capacities.
Speaking about the brand’s vision, Karan Mendon, Co-founder & COO of Adhira & Appa Coffee, said:
“Our mission is to celebrate India’s coffee traditions while creating modern spaces where people can come together over authentic food, locally sourced coffee, and meaningful conversations. The enthusiastic response to our Kochi outlet has reinforced our belief that A&A’s unique mix of heritage, innovation, and local artistry has the power to connect with communities across India.”
Echoing this vision, Hari Kiran, Co-founder & COO of EBG Group, added:
“Adhira & Appa Coffee reflects our commitment to building businesses that combine cultural heritage with modern consumer needs. As part of the EBG Group, A&A is more than just a café chain; it is a platform for sustainable growth, an experience with community connection, and a vision to expand nationwide. We are confident that A&A’s unique blend of authentic coffee, fusion food, and local artistry will allow us to scale to 50+ outlets this year and strengthen our position as a group that champions India’s entrepreneurial spirit.”
A&A Coffee outlets will be introduced in various formats, including Mini Kiosks (Rs 15 lakh investment), Express Kiosks (Rs 30 lakh), Signature Stores (Rs 90 lakh), Flagship Stores (Rs 60 lakh), and Master Franchise models (Rs 1–3 crore). This tiered structure ensures accessibility for diverse investors while keeping the brand’s focus on culture, quality, and authenticity intact.
With its distinctive blend of traditional Indian coffee culture and modern café experiences, Adhira & Appa Coffee is set to strengthen its footprint across the country, offering a compelling opportunity for both coffee enthusiasts and entrepreneurs.
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