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Black Lines introduces new ready-to-serve alcoholic spritz

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Black Lines

Black Lines, a cocktail producer headquartered in the UK, has just introduced its newest creation, the Black Lines Hugo Spritz.

Crafted with sapling gin, sparkling wine, elderflower, mint, lemon, and soda, the fresh RTS beverage offers consumers a gently sparkling, refreshing drink with a lower alcohol by volume (ABV).

Originating from the South Tyrol province in Northern Italy, the Hugo Spritz cocktail typically features prosecco infused with notes of elderflower, lime, and mint.

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According to Kuleen Khimasia, co-founder of Black Lines, “The Hugo Spritz is aromatic, crisp, and delightfully easy to enjoy, and it’s finally getting the attention it deserves. We’re thrilled to present our interpretation at Black Lines, available both bottled and on-tap in London and beyond. In our opinion, Aperol has found its competition – this will be the go-to drink of the summer.”

Expanding Options in the Market

It seems like spritz-style drinks with lower alcohol content will be in demand this season, with major brands joining the trend. Just last month, Fever-Tree and French rosé maker Maison Mirabeau teamed up to introduce a fresh pale pink Rosé Spritz, boasting an ABV of 8%.

Crafted from a fusion of rosé and Fever-Tree’s Raspberry & Orange Blossom Soda, The Fever-Tree x Mirabeau Rosé Spritz is a subtly sparkling drink offering subtle hints of red fruit and floral essence. It harmoniously blends the fragrances of raspberry, stone fruit, orange blossom, and pink grapefruit for a balanced taste experience.

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Mesquite-based caffeine-free coffee alternative, Kamana, debuts in the US market

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Kamana

A freshly introduced coffee brand, Kamana, has made its debut in the US, offering consumers a novel mesquite-derived beverage option devoid of caffeine.

Mesquite, an age-old desert superfood, bears a striking resemblance in appearance, taste, and beverage production to traditional coffee. Laden with natural energy sources and gut-friendly fiber, this beverage crafted from mesquite offers the rich flavor and comforting ritual of coffee, while sidestepping the commonly reported side effects like anxiety, digestive discomfort, and sleep disturbances.

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Versatile Brewing Methods: Espresso, Moka Pot, French Press

Kamana is created by slow-roasting and grinding the nutrient-rich pods of the mesquite tree, followed by brewing in a manner similar to traditional coffee-making techniques. Whether prepared in an espresso machine, moka pot, or French press, Kamana offers versatility in its brewing methods.

Kamana offers consumers a delicately sweet and velvety coffee taste, accentuated by hints of cacao, cinnamon, and nutmeg. It can be savored either in its pure form or enhanced with milk for added richness.

Established by CEO Summer Stewart following a trip to South Africa, where she initially mistook a cup of mesquite for decaf coffee, Kamana emerges as the pioneer in introducing the benefits of this beverage to US consumers. Its mission is to pioneer a completely new category of coffee alternatives.

Kamana is currently accessible for purchase on the company’s website, with upcoming plans to expand into coffee shops across Los Angeles in the following months.

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Redberry unveils new Taco Bell location at Toronto’s Union Station

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The opening of this location in Union Station is Taco Bell’s fifth in Toronto.

Redberry Restaurants, which operates Taco Bell Canada, has opened a new Taco Bell location at Union Station in Toronto.

This adds up to a total of 27 Redberry Taco Bell units.

The new eatery is strategically positioned within the lower-level food court of the York Concourse.

The fresh establishment will serve the 200,000 daily commuters frequenting Toronto’s main transportation hub.

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Steve Perreira, the Operations Director of Redberry Taco Bell, expressed, “This marks our seventh new location opened this year, and we’re privileged to join the vibrant and historic Union Station community.”

“We’re eager to engage with Torontonians and visitors alike, offering the Taco Bell classics we know they’ll adore while they’re on the move.”

Redberry’s Expansion Goals for Taco Bell in Canada

The launch of the Union Station venue also aligns with Redberry’s goal to introduce 200 Taco Bell restaurants throughout Canada.

Devon Lawrence, the Marketing Director of Taco Bell Canada, remarked, “We’re continually exploring fresh avenues to deliver the taste, convenience, and value our fans cherish.”

“Union Station’s central location offers the ideal chance to connect with our customers right where they are – whether they’re waiting for a train, grabbing a quick lunch, or heading home after a game.”

“We’re absolutely delighted to commemorate this significant opening and offer Taco Bell favorites to even more Torontonians.”

In May 2024, Taco Bell Canada collaborated with Redberry to inaugurate a fresh restaurant spot in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Situated at 4440 Albert Street, this new venue marks franchisee Redberry Restaurants’ third Taco Bell opening in the area.

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McDonald’s Japan sweetens its menu with trio of new desserts

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McDonald’s Japan is gearing up to elevate its dessert selection with the debut of an enticing Asian Sweets collection, featuring three delectable additions.

The fast-food giant plans to unveil the Salt Lychee McShake, the McFlurry Annin Mango, and the Banana Caramel Pie starting June 5th, 2024.

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The Salt Lychee McShake: A Unique Fusion of Flavors

The Salt Lychee McShake tantalizes taste buds with its aromatic fusion of sweet lychee juice infused with a subtle touch of saltiness.

McFlurry Annin Mango: A Twist on Tradition

Inspired by the traditional Japanese dessert annindofu, also known as almond tofu, the McFlurry Annin Mango offers a delightful twist on familiar flavors.

This treat harmonizes almond tofu cream, mango purée, and McDonald’s renowned soft serve ice cream, garnished with crushed corn snacks infused with almond flavor.

Banana Caramel Pie: Indulgence in Every Bite

The Banana Caramel Pie boasts a luscious filling of banana purée and creamy caramel, enhanced with the richness of brown sugar and condensed milk.

During May 2024, McDonald’s Singapore unveiled the comeback of its beloved Spicy Chicken McNuggets, alongside other seasonal delights including the McShaker Fries available in Roasted Sesame and Seaweed flavors, and the refreshing Peach McFizz beverage.

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Chowman continues expansion, unveils first Gurgaon outlet in Sector 31

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Chowman

Chowman, the renowned Chinese restaurant chain, is expanding its presence across Delhi-NCR with the opening of its first outlet in Sector 31, Gurgaon.

Following its remarkable success in Kolkata, Bangalore, Delhi, and Hyderabad, this new outlet signifies another significant milestone in the brand’s already illustrious journey.

“We are thrilled to announce the inauguration of Chowman’s latest venture in the vibrant city of Gurgaon. Situated strategically in Sector 31 and paired with our renowned culinary expertise, we aim to craft yet another success story by becoming the favored Chinese dining destination for the city’s residents,” expressed Debaditya Chaudhury, Managing Director.

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Renowned for its cozy and welcoming dining space, the Gurgaon outlet of Chowman replicates its inviting interiors, blending a warm and soothing ambiance inspired by Chinese culture. Reflecting elements from China, Chowman creates a captivating world for its patrons to enjoy.

The diverse menu offers a wide array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian delights, including Chilli Prawns, Crispy Fried Crab Wontons, Double Cooked Crispy Chilli Fish, and Pan-Fried Chilli Mushrooms, ideal for starting your meal. For the main course, indulge in timeless favorites like Kung Pao and Khao Suey, alongside a variety of rice and noodle dishes such as Seafood Fried Rice, Chilli Garlic Noodles, Shanghai Meifoon, and more.

Chowman’s Presence in Delhi-NCR:

Chowman now boasts a total of 4 dining locations in Delhi-NCR, including East of Kailash, Noida Sector-18, and Indirapuram, Ghaziabad.

At present, Chowman has undergone significant expansion, operating 21 outlets in Kolkata, 7 in Bangalore, 4 in Delhi-NCR, and 2 in Hyderabad, with numerous additional openings planned for the future.

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Homegrown chicken QSR chain BIGGUYS raises $2 Million for expansion

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BIGGUYS

BIGGUYS, a homegrown chicken QSR chain, has secured a significant investment of $2 million (over INR 16.62 crore).

This funding is a mix of equity and other instruments that comes entirely from a group of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs).

The increasing NRI investment underscores the growing allure of India’s QSR sector among investors in search of high-growth prospects within the country.

“We’re delighted by the immense interest shown by NRIs looking to invest in Indian homegrown QSRs. Their trust in our vision and dedication to the Indian market is highly affirming. This investment will play a pivotal role in driving our ambitious expansion goals and cementing our position as a frontrunner in the Indian QSR landscape,” remarked Sunil, CEO of BIGGUYS.

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Brand Growth & Expansion Plans:

Since its establishment, the brand has undergone explosive growth, boasting a remarkable achievement of 120 stores within just one year of its launch. This swift expansion is driven by its dedication to innovative, high-quality chicken offerings and a deep understanding of the Indian palate.

This investment will enable BIGGUYS to expedite its expansion plans throughout South India, focusing on major cities such as Bangalore, Chennai, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh.

The brand’s objective is to appeal to Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 cities with innovative strategies, aiming to establish BIGGUYS as a household name throughout the region.

BIGGUYs, conceived by Biraja Rout, the founder of Biggies Burger, is swiftly growing with a clear aim to emerge as the “KFC of India.” Their strategy involves a strong focus on high-quality sourcing, presenting unique flavor choices, and establishing collaborations for an extensive rollout of 120 stores nationwide.

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ABFRL’s Jaypore continues expansion, unveils 26th retail outlet in Hyderabad

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Jaypore

Jaypore, the artisanal lifestyle brand under Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. (ABFRL), has inaugurated its 26th retail outlet in Hyderabad, expanding its presence across the nation.

Situated within Banjara Hills’ GVK One Mall, this newly opened outlet marks Jaypore’s third establishment in Hyderabad.

“We are thrilled to unveil our 26th store, now open at GVK One Mall in Hyderabad,” shared Jayesh Nair, regional business manager at ABFRL, in a LinkedIn update. Nair highlighted the company’s dedication to enhancing customer experiences through this expansion.

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Product Range:

The store provides handcrafted attire for both men and women, in addition to a selection of home decor, jewellery, and textiles inspired by craft traditions from across India.

Founded in 2012 by Puneet Chawla and Shilpa Sharma, Jaypore initially operated as an online platform. In 2018, the company ventured into offline retailing by inaugurating its debut store in New Delhi. The subsequent year, it became a part of the Aditya Birla Group through acquisition.

ABFRL recently collaborated with Ingenuity, a commerce solution provider, to introduce Jaypore to the US market. Ingenuity will provide technological and marketing support, facilitating the company’s expansion of its direct-to-consumer (D2C) presence worldwide.

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. (ABFRL), the retail division of the Aditya Birla Group, manages a portfolio of international fashion and lifestyle brands, including Ralph Lauren, Hackett London, Simon Carter, Ted Baker, Fred Perry, Forever 21, American Eagle, and Galeries Lafayette.

As of March 2023, the company boasts a network of more than 3,977 stores spanning approximately 33,535 multi-brand outlets, along with 6,723 points of sale within department stores throughout India.

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Homestrap enters retail space with first kiosk at Indore’s Phoenix Citadel Mall

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Homestrap

Homestrap, an Indore-based direct-to-consumer (D2C) homeware brand, has entered the physical retail space by launching its first kiosk, as announced by a company official on social media.

The new kiosk is located at Phoenix Citadel Mall in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. This mall also features several other home accessory brands, including Daiso, Home Centre, Home360, Pure Home & Living, and Latt Liv.

“We are thrilled to announce that Homestrap has just opened its very first kiosk at Phoenix Citadel Mall in Indore,” stated Akash Mehta, co-founder of HomeStrap Fabric Furnishing Pvt. Ltd., in a LinkedIn post.

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“This smaller format is an experimental step for us, enabling us to bring our innovative home storage and organization solutions even closer to you. This new kiosk is another milestone for Homestrap as we continue to expand and explore new ways to better serve our customers,” Mehta added.

Product Range at the Kiosk

The kiosk features a wide range of organizing products tailored for various purposes, including cupboard storage, kitchen organization, bathroom storage, laundry solutions, and travel accessories.

Digital-first brand Homestrap was founded in 2013 by husband-and-wife duo Priyanka and Mehta.

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Nike expands footprint, opens new experience store at Pacific Mall in Delhi

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Nike

Nike, a renowned US-based athleisure brand, has opened a new store at Pacific Mall in Delhi, as revealed by a social media post from a mall executive.

The latest outlet is situated within Pacific Mall’s Tagore Garden premises and will feature a wide range of products including athleisure, running gear, training essentials, lifestyle items, and Jordan merchandise, as well as Nike sports bras, tights, and performance essentials.

Ashish Gupta, Vice President of Business Development at Pacific Development Corporation Ltd., shared on his LinkedIn profile, “Exciting news! The Nike experience store is now open at Pacific Mall, Tagore Garden, offering a wide range of athleisure and Jordan products.”

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Nike’s Presence and Growth in India

Established in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports by Bill Bowerman and his former student Phil Knight, Nike inaugurated its initial retail store in 1966. The company ventured into its own shoe brand in 1972, subsequently rebranding to Nike, Inc. in 1978. Catering to men, women, and children, Nike provides an extensive range of products including footwear, apparel, accessories, and equipment. Its sub-brands encompass Nike Sportswear, NikeLab, Nike By You, Jordan, ACG NBA, and Nike SB.

In 1995, Nike commenced its operations in India through a licensing agreement with Sierra Industrial Enterprises, based in Delhi. Subsequently, in 2004, Nike India, a subsidiary of Nike, Inc., was established.

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Star Bazaar unveils new hypermarket in Hyderabad

Star Bazaar
Star Bazaar

Star Bazaar, the hypermarket chain under Tata Trent, has unveiled a new store in Hyderabad, Telangana, as announced in a recent social media post by a top company executive.

The store is situated above Trent’s Zudio store and is located in Hyderabad’s Saroornagar at Vijay Nagar Colony, Bhagya Nagar.

“Greetings Hyderabad! Star is delighted to invite you to our new store at Karmanghat. Come visit us for all your grocery shopping requirements,” shared Suma Sriharsha, Operations Director at Trent Hypermarket Pvt. Ltd. – Star Bazaar, on her LinkedIn profile.

Earlier, Snackfax reported Trent Ltd.’s launch of Star Bazaar along with Zudio and Westside in Hyderabad.

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Star Bazaar, a collaboration between Tata Trent and Tesco, presents a diverse range of over 30,000 products, encompassing fresh food, groceries, apparel, general merchandise, and consumer durables. Its footprint extends across Mumbai, Pune, Kolhapur, Aurangabad, and Bengaluru.

Founded in 1998, Tata Trent serves as the retail division of the Tata Group. It oversees several apparel brands, including Zudio, Westside, Utsa, Samoh, and Misbu. Additionally, the company has formed two joint ventures with Spain’s Inditex SA to manage the Zara and Massimo Dutti labels within India.

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