Author: Khwaish Jain
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) fundamentally sell trust, a promise to customers that the quality and taste of a product—whether it’s a burger in Bengaluru or fries in Patna—will be identical regardless of the city or outlet. Despite countless variables in the kitchen, like minor differences in a chef’s seasoning or an oven’s temperature fluctuations, kitchen technology is transforming consistency from a matter of luck into a guarantee. This technological shift is crucial for brand integrity and ensuring a uniform customer experience in a rapidly scaling market.Automation as the New Backbone The primary method for guaranteeing consistency…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Machan Resorts LLP has announced the signing of a new property under its distinct brand, ‘Moments by The Machan,’ to be located in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra. This development marks a new chapter in the brand’s commitment to sustainable hospitality and is described as being perfectly aligned with the company’s vision of expanding its footprint into high-growth corridors across India. The upcoming property is designed to be a landmark hospitality address in the region, offering a blend of facilities tailored for business, leisure, and social celebrations. It will feature 100 rooms in total, providing significant accommodation capacity for…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Sunday PropTech (also known as OYO Assets), the hospitality asset management company backed by PRISM—the parent company of OYO—has announced ambitious plans to acquire 12 hotels across India within the next six months. This strategic move is part of a significant expansion effort to grow its portfolio of premium and mid-premium hospitality assets, capitalizing on the steady rise in travel demand and investor interest within the sector. Acquisition Strategy and Funding The company is moving quickly on its acquisition plan, with seven of the 12 planned acquisitions already in advanced stages, demonstrating a rapid execution pace…
-KH News Desk (editorilal1@imaws.org) Union Minister Piyush Goyal stated that there is no better time than now to invest in India’s hospitality sector, which continues to demonstrate strong performance amid the country’s growing economic momentum. Addressing the Annual Conference and 105th Annual General Meeting of ASSOCHAM, Goyal emphasized that while India’s travel and tourism sector is experiencing rapid growth, it faces several challenges that require a concerted, joint effort from both the government and the private sector to address. Investment and Strategy Focus Goyal specifically highlighted the need for a targeted strategy to attract high-spending tourists to the country. Need for…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Smoke Lab has introduced Liquid Gold, a limited-edition vodka that marks a significant milestone as the first of its kind in India’s spirits industry to be infused with 24-carat edible gold flakes. The brand has positioned the product as daring, distinctive, and unapologetically opulent, emphasizing that Liquid Gold is not merely a drink but a shimmering experience that embodies ambition and artistry. The Spirit of Celebration and Craftsmanship Liquid Gold is described as Smoke Lab’s most ambitious creation yet, born from a vision to transcend boundaries and elevate the status of Indian vodka. Purity and Base…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Surinder Singh has been appointed as the Area Director – Operations & General Manager of Taj Chandigarh. With an illustrious career spanning over three decades in luxury hospitality, Singh brings a proven legacy of leadership and service excellence to his new role. New Role and Responsibilities In his new capacity, Singh’s responsibilities extend beyond Taj Chandigarh itself: Area Oversight: He will be responsible for overseeing the hotels and operations across the entire region encompassing Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir. Strategic Focus: He will focus on enhancing revenue across the region by driving experiential…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Asembli, a massive new restaurant spanning 40,000 square feet in Hyderabad’s Financial District, is set to make a significant mark on the city’s booming Food and Beverage (F&B) scene. Scheduled to open its doors on October 31, the venue promises a multi-sensory experience that merges architecture, gastronomy, music, and design. The launch of Asembli underscores a recent trend in Hyderabad toward large-scale, sophisticated dining spaces. The restaurant joins other ambitious ventures in the city’s F&B landscape, such as the 40,000 sq. ft. Niloufer Café in Hitech City (India’s largest chai café), the 24,000 sq. ft. MOAI…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Treebo Hospitality Ventures (THV), a leading hotel company focused on the affordable and mid-market segments, has announced the launch of its revolutionary AI-powered hotel management system, Hotel Superhero, as a Software as a Service (SaaS) offering for independent hotels. This move aims to democratize access to cutting-edge technology, which THV has successfully used to power over 750 of its own hotels, including brands like Treebo and Medalio, and partners like Park Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mercure, and Ibis. Key Features and Benefits Hotel Superhero is an all-in-one, cloud-based system designed to address the challenges faced…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. has announced the significant elevation of Chirag Punjabi to the role of Chief Strategy & Finance Officer (CSFO). Punjabi has been an integral part of Impresario’s leadership team for the past five years, working closely with the managing director’s office in his previous capacity to drive strategic initiatives, financial discipline, and overall business growth. In his newly expanded role as CSFO, Punjabi will oversee the three critical functions of Strategy, Finance, and Technology. This alignment aims to ensure stronger collaboration across the departments to power Impresario’s next phase of expansion.…
-KH News Desk (editorial1@imaws.org) The Bombay High Court has approved the sale of herbal hookah in restaurants, delivering a significant ruling that provides clarity for establishments serving nicotine- and tobacco-free products. The order, issued by Justices Riyaz Chagla and Farhan Dubash on October 14, allows businesses to operate without interference from police, provided they strictly adhere to the law. The decision came in response to a petition filed in June by Munib Birya and 11 other owners of hookah bars, who sought directions to the state home department and Director General of Police to comply with a previous August 2019…