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When India Served the Future on a Platter: Highlights from the 14th Indian Restaurant Congress & Coffee & Tea Asia Summit 2025
New Delhi, August 14 , 2025: What happens when an industry worth $66 billion, projected to nearly double by 2030, gathers its brightest minds under one roof? The answer: the 14th Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards (IRC), a spectacular celebration of culinary evolution, technology-driven dining, and global ambition. Held on 5-6 August 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, and co-located with the Coffee & Tea Asia Summit, this year's IRC was more than an event, it was a movement. Themed 'A Global Outlook', the summit explored how Indian brands are making inroads abroad while global chains deepen their roots in India. From cuisine and design to storytelling and service, the conversations reflected a rapidly transforming industry. The event was inaugurated by Anil Chadha, MD of ITC Hotels, and organised by Restaurant India & Franchise India, supported by partners including Cremica, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., Trufrost & Butler, Happilo, and institutional supporters such as Incredible India, Indian Culinary Forum, AIFPA, and HOTREMAI. Over two days, chefs, restaurateurs, technology disruptors, policymakers, beverage innovators, and food service leaders came together to exchange ideas and gain actionable insights. The energy in the room was palpable, and the aroma of change unmistakable. Discussions ranged from the rise of AI-driven plating and health-conscious dining to the competitive quick-service restaurant landscape and the growing role of sustainable sourcing. Industry stalwarts such as Anil Chadha, M. Mahadevan, Kallol Banerjee, Anjan Chatterjee, Akshay Bector, and Chef Vicky Ratnani shared perspectives that underscored the evolving demands of today's diner fast, affordable, inclusive, authentic, and innovative. This year's edition also marked the launch of the Restaurant India print publication, spotlighting India's F&B game-changers. The inaugural cover featured three icons of the industry: Anjan Chatterjee, the visionary behind Mainland China and Oh! Calcutta; Kallol Banerjee, the global cloud kitchen pioneer of Rebel Foods; and Chef Vicky Ratnani, India's storytelling chef who is pushing the boundaries of global flavours while staying true to his roots. The celebrations peaked on 5th August with the 14th Indian Restaurant Awards, which received over 500 nominations and honoured more than 80 brands. The gala evening drew 700 attendees and recognised excellence across a variety of categories including Restaurant of the Year, Best QSR Concept, Coffee Chain of the Year, and Executive Chef of the Year. The awards not only celebrated achievement but also offered brands national recognition and a powerful media spotlight. With dining trends shifting at an unprecedented pace, the IRC continues to serve as a guiding light for restaurateurs navigating change. This year's edition went beyond awarding excellence, it fuelled innovation, sparked collaborations, and spotlighted the forces reshaping Indian hospitality. From the kitchen to the cloud, and from flavour to fintech, the future of food is being written now, and IRC is where the story begins. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with NRDPL and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.). PTI PWR This is an auto-published feed from PTI with no editorial input from The Wire.
Business Upturn
31-07-2025
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- Business Upturn
Indian Restaurant Congress 2025: India's Food Conclave of Ideas, Taste & Transformation
Organised by Restaurant India, India Restaurant Congress (IRC) brings together over 1,000 key players—restaurateurs, chefs, investors, foodpreneurs and thought leaders—who are shaping what we eat, how we eat, and the future of India's culinary landscape. Business Wire India Organised by Restaurant India, India Restaurant Congress (IRC) brings together over 1,000 key players—restaurateurs, chefs, investors, foodpreneurs and thought leaders—who are shaping what we eat, how we eat, and the future of India's culinary landscape. The 14th edition of the Indian Restaurant Congress & Awards (IRC) —India's most influential platform for food entrepreneurship and innovation—takes place on August 5–6, 2025 , at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi . Organised by Franchise India and , IRC is a curated conclave where the country's most dynamic voices in food and hospitality come together to spark ideas, forge partnerships, and define what is next for India's vibrant F&B ecosystem. More Than an Event—A Movement This year's conclave is chaired by Anil Chadha , Managing Director, ITC Hotels , whose deep industry expertise and transformative leadership set the tone for two days of purposeful dialogue and industry-shaping insight. IRC 2025 is where gastronomy meets governance , where entrepreneurial ambition meets culinary artistry , and where the future of India's foodservice industry is not only discussed—but decided. Launching: Entrepreneur Restaurateur To mark this evolution, IRC 2025 also debuts Entrepreneur Restaurateur —a print publication spotlighting the founders and creators reshaping India's culinary landscape. On the cover of the inaugural issue, there will be Anjan Chatterjee , the creative force behind Mainland China, Oh! Calcutta, and Riyasat Kallol Banerjee , co-founder of Rebel Foods , pioneering the global cloud kitchen movement Chef Vicky Ratnani , the charismatic culinary storyteller bringing soul and sustainability to the modern Indian plate Together they embody the modern restaurateur's ethos traditional at heart, revolutionary in approach, and primed for growth. Voices That Shape the Industry IRC 2025 welcomes 150+ speakers from across the culinary and entrepreneurial spectrum: Atul Kochhar – Two-time Michelin-starred chef blending global precision with Indian soul M. Mahadevan – QSR pioneer and CMD of Hot Breads & Advantage Foods Kunal Kapur – Celebrity chef and TV host who makes innovation accessible Dr. Chef Parvinder Singh Bali – Mentor and hospitality educator training India's next culinary leaders Keith Menon – Sustainability-forward designer and restaurateur Chef Saby (Sabyasachi Gorai) – President, Young Chefs Association of India Rakesh Sethi – National award-winning chef and TV personality They are joined by decision-makers and other visionaries like Akshay Bector (Cremica) , Ajay Singhal (Gourmet Investments) , Tapan Vaidya (PJP Investments) , Avantika Sinha Bahl (Kikass Hospitality) , Sukul Kundan (PF Chang's) , Suvir Saran , Chef Dhruv Oberoi , Chef Dheeraj Mathur , Mayank Tiwari (PVR) , and Kavita Devgan , among many others. Introducing: Coffee & Tea Asia Summit 2025 Running alongside IRC is the first edition of Coffee & Tea Asia Summit 2025 —a new platform spotlighting India's beverage revolution. From tea estates and roasters to café chains, beverage startups , and equipment makers , this event brings together stakeholders across the value chain. Expect live tastings , product launches , and conversations that elevate culture through the cup —proving that India is fast becoming a global innovation lab for coffee and tea. Celebrating the Bold & the Brilliant Two marquee award platforms will anchor this year's conclave – Culinary Innovation Awards 2025 Judged by legends like Atul Kochhar , Manisha Bhasin , and Raghav Joshi , the awards will honour breakthroughs in Plant-based cuisine, Kitchen automation, Beverage innovation, culinary mentorship, Supply chain tech. Categories include Best Chef , Pastry Chef , Young Chef , F&B Innovator , and more. Indian Restaurant Awards 2025 India's most coveted foodservice recognitions will spotlight: Restaurant of the Year, Best QSR / Café / Nightlife Concept, Marketing Leader, Digital Influencer of the Year, Woman Chef of the Year, …and other formats that showcase operational and creative excellence. Designed for Insight. Built for Scale. The agenda features: Panels on scaling with technology, sustainable kitchens, global brand building, and digital F&B Workshops led by chefs and founders Startup zones for emerging talent 'With IRC's 14th edition and the launch of Coffee & Tea Asia Summit 2025, we're not just creating events—we're creating platforms for transformation. This conclave is where ideas become partnerships, founders become leaders, and India's food and hospitality sector prepares for the next leap,' — Sachin Marya , Managing Director, Franchise India Dotcom Ltd. The Future of Food is Here Since its founding in 2011 , the Indian Restaurant Congress has grown into the definitive food and restaurant conclave for India and beyond. In 2025, it promises more than just participation. It offers perspective, purpose, and power to shape what comes next. Whether you're here to learn from a Michelin-starred master , explore a robot-led kitchen , or spark a new plant-based revolution — IRC 2025 is where the story begins . Because food is not just taste. It's identity, economy, culture—and imagination . And IRC 2025 is where all of it comes together. For more details, visit or call 8595350505 Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire India. Business Upturn take no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
