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Published on November 10, 2023
This year, the House of Suntory, the pioneers of Japanese whisky, is celebrating a remarkable century of whisky innovation, marking a significant milestone in the world of Japanese spirits. To honor this occasion, the House of Suntory unveiled two exclusive limited-edition whiskies, the Yamazaki 18-Year-Old Mizunara and Hibiki Japanese Harmony, presented in centennial packaging. These extraordinary offerings are exceptionally rare, with only a select few making their way to the Indian market.
The centennial celebration took place in Mumbai, India, with a special event hosted by renowned journalist, author, and columnist, Vir Sanghvi. At the heart of this celebration was the exclusive "first pour" experience, where 60 distinguished culture shapers gathered to witness the inaugural pour of the specially crafted Yamazaki 18-Year-Old Mizunara in India. The event was graced by the presence of celebrities such as Jim Sarbh and Kalki Koechlin, adding an extra touch of glamour to this memorable occasion.
The Yamazaki 18-Year-Old Mizunara is a masterpiece that embodies meticulous craftsmanship. It is a blend of malt whiskies aged for a minimum of 18 years in solely Mizunara casks, resulting in a rare and elegant Japanese character.
The Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a tribute to The House of Suntory's unique design approach. The bottle features motifs of snow, moon, and flowers, symbolizing Japan's changing seasons. The bottle itself is 24-faceted, representing 24 hours in a day, making it a meaningful collector’s item.
Neeraj Kumar, Managing Director of Beam Suntory India, emphasized the rich legacy and relentless pursuit of quality embodied by Hibiki and Yamazaki whiskies. These limited editions are not just an ode to Japanese craftsmanship but also a celebration of the essence of the Japanese craft. Each bottle represents the culmination of generations of dedication and expertise.
Both limited-time offerings will be available for retail and will also feature on the menu of star properties in select cities across India, including Mumbai, Pune, Goa, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi NCR, and Rajasthan.
The exclusive launch event is just one of the many celebrations dedicated to honoring the illustrious House of Suntory during its centennial journey. It's a testament to the House's ongoing commitment to the craft behind its exceptional spirits and its century-long legacy.
The centennial of Suntory Whisky began with the establishment of its Yamazaki Distillery in 1923, marking the first and oldest malt whisky distillery in Japan's history. Founder Shinjiro Torii's dream to create an original Japanese whisky has been carried forward through generations and is now upheld by his grandson, Shingo Torii. Since its founding, the House of Suntory has been crafting world-class spirits, known for brands like Yamazaki, Hakushu, Chita, Kakubin, Hibiki, Suntory Whisky Toki, Ao, Roku Gin, and Haku Vodka.
The House of Suntory has truly become synonymous with some of the world's finest Japanese whiskies, and it has certainly built a legacy deserving of celebration. Cheers to a century of excellence!
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By Hariharan U
Published on December 4, 2025
Arabian Delites has wrapped up 2025 with a major milestone as the brand opens its newest cloud kitchen in Vasant Kunj, marking its 6th outlet and 3rd cloud kitchen in Delhi. The launch strengthens the brand’s delivery network and brings its well-loved Middle Eastern flavours to yet another neighbourhood in the capital.
Founded in 1994 by K.D. Singh, Arabian Delites has spent over three decades building a strong reputation for flavour-forward, wholesome, and authentic Lebanese food. From shawarmas and doners to hummus bowls and falafels, the brand has remained consistent in offering meals that balance taste with a clean, health-first approach, a key reason behind its loyal customer base across Delhi-NCR.
The year 2025 proved transformational for the brand. Arabian Delites doubled its team size, upgraded tech systems for smoother operations, and expanded its store count, laying a strong foundation for efficient national growth. The menu also expanded with new offerings, including traditional Middle Eastern desserts like Baklavas, giving customers more reasons to indulge.
The new Vasant Kunj kitchen continues this momentum. Designed to serve high delivery demand without compromising quality, the outlet will offer the full menu across major food delivery platforms. Customers can enjoy signature dishes such as doners, shawarmas, rice bowls, hummus, falafels, and desserts prepared fresh in a modern cloud-kitchen format.
Speaking about the expansion, Mandeep Singh, Director, Arabian Delites, said, “We are excited to continue expanding our reach across Delhi-NCR with this launch. With a solid foundation built in 2025, we are now well-prepared to scale responsibly across India as sustainable growth is more important to us than overnight expansion.”
Looking ahead, Arabian Delites has ambitious plans. The brand aims to reach 100 outlets by 2028 and is set to double its store count in 2026, moving steadily towards a pan-India presence
Bengaluru is set for a cosy and classic Christmas this year as Daysie MG Road rolls out its British-inspired festive menu. With warm flavours, indulgent plates, and handcrafted holiday cocktails, the menu brings together comfort, nostalgia, and a little festive sparkle — just right for December gatherings in the city.
The menu opens with the Truffle Parsnip Velouté, a silky, earthy soup finished with chive oil and hazelnut crumble, a simple, elegant start to the meal.
Small plates bring comforting favourites with a gourmet twist. The Spinach & Ricotta Croquettes come crisp and creamy, paired with a light touch of honey and cranberry. The Duck Carpaccio adds a fresh, bright note with pickled pear and orange gel, while the Moroccan Lamb Cigars deliver bold, spiced warmth with a smoky harissa mayo.
For mains, the kitchen keeps the mood festive and hearty. The Spinach, Mushroom & Citrus Ricotta Cannelloni packs soft, clean, herb-forward flavours. Meat lovers can choose the Five-Spice Roast Duck, glazed with rosemary-plum and served with mushroom ragout and sautéed spinach. The Pork Chop with Mustard–Maple Glaze brings a sweet-savory balance with red cabbage and roasted Brussels sprouts.
Desserts stay true to the season. The Roasted Fig & Honey-Thyme Tart blends warm figs, mascarpone, and pistachio, while the Christmas Spiced Pavlova comes chai-kissed with bourbon-vanilla cream and winter fruits.
Alongside the food, Daysie presents a festive cocktail lineup. Classics like Eggnog and Mulled Wine bring familiar holiday warmth, while signatures such as Santa’s Little Secret, North Pole Adas, and the spiced Christmas Fashioned add playful indulgence to the celebrations.
With cosy flavours, festive drinks, and a warm Christmas mood, Daysie MG Road sets the perfect table for the season.
By Manu Vardhan Kannan
CYK Hospitalities, one of India’s well-known F&B consultancies, has launched its newest dessert QSR creation, LANY, at Ambience Mall in Gurugram. The brand brings a fresh, youthful, global-inspired take to India’s dessert scene and highlights CYK Hospitalities’ ability to build innovative models within this category.
LANY takes its name and personality from the cultural energy shared between Los Angeles and New York. The founders, Sanchita Sarin and Harsh Sarin, drew from their travels and mutual love for desserts to shape the brand’s identity, visuals and overall vibe. Their idea was to blend global inspiration with flavours and formats that feel instantly lovable in India.
The menu brings together soft-serve desserts, stick waffles and its standout offering Taiyaki Cones. By positioning Taiyaki as its hero product, LANY steps into a niche space that connects familiar international formats with a modern appeal for Indian consumers.
Throughout the brand-building journey, CYK Hospitalities worked closely with the founders, offering support in conceptualization, menu planning, hiring, training, location selection and complete design direction. The aim was to create a seamless brand story that carries LANY’s multicultural inspiration effortlessly.
Sanchita Sarin shares, “LANY is built on a feeling that desserts should lift you instantly. We wanted to create something that has a global soul but is deeply lovable in India, simple, joyful, and instantly repeatable. CYK Hospitalities helped us convert this emotion into a brand that truly speaks to what we dreamt. CYK Hospitalities has been with us in forming this from the inner core to the outer covering, every minute detail, layer, and decision. We together have an entity that is globally connected yet India-specific.”
Speaking about the collaboration, Pulkit Arora, Director and Culinary Expert, CYK Hospitalities says, “The desserts category requires very clear, quick, and pleasant communication. With LANY, we aimed at making it large, sharp, and emotionally sticky. The whole conception was to form a dessert personality that consumers will very easily recall and very naturally come back to.”
Simran Jeet Singh, Director, CYK Hospitalities adds, "The choice of location is the point where the brand story starts. Ambience Mall is enabling LANY to reach out directly to the people who already like experiential global formats, thus making this concept very favourable for high conversions and repeat takes. This is the kind of placement that starts to lend brand equity right from day one, and at the same time, prepares the ground for the whole country to expand."
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