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From Dior’s monogrammed soufflés to Ralph Lauren’s espresso tonic, fashion cafés are reimagining what it means to dine in style.

Haute Plates: Instagram-Worthy Fashion Cafes 

Indians are travelling smarter: Choosing premium stays, hunting value, and exploring more than ever, reveals MakeMyTrip research.

MakeMyTrip Maps India’s Rising Travel Trends

In a vibrant tribute to India’s rich cultural tapestry, Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced the&nbsp;‘Festivals of India’ offer across its distinguished portfolio of brands, including&nbsp;Taj, The Claridges Collection, SeleQtions, Tree of Life, Vivanta, Gateway, Ginger, and&nbsp;amã Stays &amp; Trails. This festive initiative invites guests to experience specially curated stays designed to enrich every moment of celebration.

IHCL Lights Up the Season with ‘Festivals of India’

With storytelling, ingredient authenticity, and regional nuance at the forefront, a handful of high-end restaurants in India are reshaping perceptions of Middle Eastern food—from casual staples to cultural statements.

Saffron, Sumac and Storytelling

Globally, hotel kitchens are leveraging AI to enhance sustainability, reduce waste, and foster culinary innovation. In India, a few hotels and restaurants have begun to explore this technology, though the cultural emphasis continues to favour personal touch.

The Intelligent Pantry: How Hotel Kitchens Are Leveraging AI

There’s a new kind of buzz brewing across India’s café culture—and it’s not just the caffeine.

Coffee  Rave:  India’s Freshest Cultural Crossover

Coffee  Rave:  India's Freshest Cultural Crossover

Buoyed by the response and spending power of their guests, hotels and restaurants beeline to book global,&nbsp;Michelin, and celebrity chefs. SOH delves deep into this culinary movement that is adding much-needed revenue&nbsp;to the bottom line.

Pop-Ups Offer Unique Gastronomic Adventures

Chefs are resurrecting forgotten recipes, reimagining traditional techniques, and showcasing the rich diversity of India's local flavours.

Indian Regional Cuisine Grabs the Spotlight

As dining trends shift from formal to casual, Japanese izakayas, focusing on seasonality, are becoming popular hangouts for Indians. They present an opportunity for food-forward hotels and standalone outlets to capitalise on the growing interest in this unfussy dining style.

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Haute Plates: Instagram-Worthy Fashion Cafes

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Haute Plates: Instagram-Worthy Fashion Cafes

MakeMyTrip Maps India’s Rising Travel Trends

IHCL Lights Up the Season with ‘Festivals of India’

Saffron, Sumac and Storytelling

The Intelligent Pantry: How Hotel Kitchens Are Leveraging AI

Coffee Rave: India's Freshest Cultural Crossover

Pop-Ups Offer Unique Gastronomic Adventures

Indian Regional Cuisine Grabs the Spotlight

The Izakaya Alchemy