McDonald’s India – North & East has introduced a limited-edition FIFA World Cup Meal range in collaboration with Coca-Cola, bringing football-themed excitement to fans across the region.

The initiative builds on the long-standing partnership between McDonald’s and Coca-Cola, designed to create shared cultural moments that go beyond food and beverage. The new campaign aims to extend the spirit of football beyond stadiums and screens by combining signature menu items with exclusive collectibles inspired by the FIFA World Cup.

Each FIFA World Cup Meal includes a McDonald’s favourite, a Coca-Cola beverage, and a limited-edition football collectible designed as a keepsake for fans. The offering is positioned as a way to enhance the fan experience and create lasting memorabilia tied to the global sporting event.

The limited-time meal range includes McVeggie Dragon FIFA World Cup Meals and McChicken Dragon FIFA World Cup Meals, paired with Coca-Cola beverages and collectible football merchandise. Pricing for the range starts from INR 209 and goes up to INR 289 depending on the variant and collectible included.

Speaking on the launch, Rajeev Ranjan, Managing Director, McDonald’s India – North & East, said the initiative is designed to bring fans closer to the action and celebrate the shared spirit of football and togetherness that defines both the sport and the brand experience.

Abhishek Gupta, Vice President, Customer Development, Coca-Cola India and South West Asia, added that football continues to serve as a powerful connector of people and experiences, and the collaboration aims to deepen fan engagement through immersive, everyday moments.

The FIFA World Cup Meal range is now available for a limited time across McDonald’s restaurants in North and East India, offering fans both a themed dining experience and exclusive collectibles while supplies last.

About McDonald’s India – North & East

McDonald’s restaurants in North and East India are operated by Connaught Plaza Restaurants Pvt. Ltd. The brand serves millions of customers annually across more than 300 restaurants and McCafé outlets, offering locally sourced ingredients and a variety of menu options tailored to Indian tastes. The company operates across multiple formats, including standalone restaurants, drive-thrus, and 24/7 outlets, with a strong focus on convenience, consistency, and customer experience.

Rumour, the wine-forward speakeasy in Vasant Vihar, has unveiled a new seasonal cocktail menu that places wine at the heart of its beverage programme while exploring fresh flavours, seasonal ingredients, and contemporary mixology techniques.

Known for its approachable take on wine culture, Rumour has built its identity around creating drinks that are social, accessible, and enjoyable for a broad audience. The new menu continues that philosophy by blending familiar flavours with thoughtful craftsmanship, offering cocktails that are both comforting and unexpected.

Wine plays a central role throughout the collection. In some drinks, it serves as the primary ingredient, while in others it works alongside traditional spirits to add depth, texture, and balance. The menu has been designed for guests who appreciate great drinks regardless of category, reflecting Rumour’s belief that memorable cocktails should be approachable and easy to enjoy.

Curated by Head Bartender Sumit, the seasonal menu introduces a stronger focus on fresh produce and house-made elements. Seasonal fruits, wine foams, wine reductions, infusions, and handcrafted liqueurs feature prominently across the cocktail programme, adding layers of flavour while maintaining simplicity and balance.

A notable feature of the new collection is Rumour’s exploration of wine and whisky within the same cocktail programme. The menu marks the first time the bar has intentionally paired the two categories, creating drinks that challenge conventional expectations while remaining accessible to guests.

The collection features ten signature cocktails, each offering a distinct interpretation of the bar’s wine-forward approach. Highlights include On Cloud Wine, which combines gin, passionfruit, kaffir lime, and white wine foam, and Barrel Rouge, a blend of whisky, seasonal berries, and wine reduction. Other creations include Pink Harvest, Citrus Cuvée, Vineyard Picante, Gossip in the Greens, Just Between Us, Caught Red Handed, Off the Record, and Midnight Cellar.

Ingredients such as gondhoraj lime, kaffir lime, seasonal berries, house-made limoncello, peanut whiskey, basil foam, and wine-based preparations appear throughout the menu. Rather than relying on novelty, the focus remains on presenting familiar flavours with precision and creativity.

Speaking about the inspiration behind the menu, Sumit said the objective was to create cocktails that feel familiar at first sip while gradually revealing unexpected layers of flavour. He noted that wine naturally became an important part of the creative process, allowing the team to experiment with foams, reductions, and unique spirit pairings while keeping the drinks approachable.

Rhea Parekh Jain, Founder of Rumour, explained that the menu has been designed to make wine more accessible to a wider audience. She highlighted that while some cocktails position wine as the hero ingredient, others use it to complement familiar spirits and introduce new flavour dimensions.

Nishchay Jain, Founder of Rumour, added that the focus remains on creating a beverage programme that guests return to because they genuinely enjoy the experience, rather than simply following industry trends.

The seasonal cocktail menu is now available throughout the day at Rumour, Vasant Vihar. Cocktails are priced between INR 825 and INR 995, with an average spend of approximately INR 2,000 for two guests.

NoBa has officially opened its doors in Kalyan Nagar, Bengaluru, bringing a fresh cocktail-led dining experience to North Bangalore. Designed as a destination where food, beverages and hospitality come together, the 120-seater venue offers guests a vibrant yet relaxed setting to explore thoughtfully crafted flavours.

At the centre of NoBa's concept is its cocktail programme, which has been curated by industry veteran Bala, who brings more than 19 years of experience in the beverage industry. The bar menu focuses on creativity, technique and storytelling, with every cocktail carefully developed to deliver a memorable drinking experience.

Using house-made syrups, infusions and unique flavour combinations, the team has created a range of original cocktails that balance sophistication with accessibility. Rather than being an addition to the dining experience, cocktails form the core of NoBa's identity, encouraging guests to discover new flavours while enjoying a welcoming atmosphere.

The food menu has been designed to complement the beverage programme, featuring globally inspired dishes that naturally pair with the cocktails. The close collaboration between the kitchen and bar ensures a seamless experience where both elements work together to enhance the guest journey.

The restaurant's interiors draw inspiration from modern Mediterranean design, featuring high ceilings, natural light, earthy tones and contemporary details. The space effortlessly transforms from a relaxed dining destination during the day to an energetic social venue in the evening, centred around its vibrant bar experience.

While positioned as a premium offering, NoBa has been created with an inclusive approach. The venue aims to provide a comfortable environment where guests can enjoy innovative food and drinks, meaningful conversations and genuine hospitality.

With its focus on exceptional cocktails, quality cuisine and a thoughtfully designed setting, NoBa marks a new addition to Bengaluru's growing dining and nightlife landscape, offering a destination where guests can connect, explore and enjoy memorable experiences.

• Venue: NoBa, 5th Floor, 714, HRBR Layout 1st Block, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560043
• Timings: 12 Noon to 12 AM