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☕️ Chelvies Coffee Secures $1.5M to Revolutionize Coffee & Dining in India 🍽️ Founded by Dhruv Singh in 2023, Chelvies Coffee, the innovative coffee and dining experience brand, has raised $1 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by Endurance Capital, with an additional $500,000 in debt financing currently in progress. This marks a major milestone in their journey to reshape the coffee culture in India! Chelvies Coffee offers over 70 specialty coffee brews made from 100% Arabica beans, paired with a curated dining menu featuring burgers, pasta, and more. With locations in Delhi NCR and Ahmedabad, the brand is expanding rapidly. It also fosters a "Work from Chelvies" culture, providing a relaxed atmosphere for work or meetings, blending productivity with premium coffee and food. Why It Matters: 1️⃣ Expansion Plans: Chelvies Coffee will use the funds to open 30+ locations across major Indian metros by 2026, bringing its unique coffee and dining concept closer to coffee lovers. 🌆 2️⃣ Elevating the Coffee Experience: With over 70 specialty brews, made from 100% Arabica beans, Chelvies is set to transform the coffee experience in India, combining premium coffee with a curated menu of food like burgers, sandwiches, and pasta. 🍔☕ 3️⃣ Proprietary Supply Chain: Chelvies boasts an efficient, in-house supply chain, with centralized dispatch units and base kitchens, ensuring consistency and quality across all locations. 📦 4️⃣ Demonstrated Success: The brand has already achieved a monthly run rate of INR 1.30 crore and shows profitability at each store level. 💰 5️⃣ European-Inspired Concept: Drawing from the best of European coffee culture, Chelvies is pioneering a farm-to-cup model, sourcing beans from the Chikmagalur Ratnagiri Estate, ensuring the freshest, high-quality brews. 🌱🌍 6️⃣ Supporting Local Farmers: By sourcing directly from local farmers, Chelvies is committed to contributing to the sustainable growth of India’s coffee farming community. 🌾 With this fresh round of funding, Chelvies Coffee is ready to become a household name in India's evolving coffee and dining culture, offering a world-class experience to all its customers. 💼🍴 #ChelviesCoffee #FundingNews #CoffeeCulture #IndianStartups #SaaS #WorkPlace #SpecialtyCoffee #StartupFunding #FoodAndBeverage #Cafe #News #CaféCulture #RestaurantTech #CoffeeLovers #WorkFromChelvies #IndiaCafé #Foodie #FoodInnovation #Hypes Start Big, Start Here.

Have you ever enjoyed a gulab jamun with your quick service restaurant (QSR) meal and wondered how it stays so fresh? That might be thanks to SCANDALous Foods (ADITOF), a #Nashik-based company founded in 2022 by Sanket S and #PraveshAmin. Their vision? To revolutionize the frozen dessert market with single-serve, blast-frozen Indian sweets that cater to the growing demand in QSRs, hotels, and corporate catering channels. With Sanket S’s 14+ years of experience in the food industry, he recognized a major gap in post-meal desserts. Traditional Indian sweets were either unavailable or too difficult to store long-term. This is where SCANDALous Foods (ADITOF) steps in—offering products that are frozen to retain their taste and freshness, and can be stored for up to six months without compromising quality. From gulab jamun to rasmalai and jalebi, the company has created a menu that addresses both the consumer’s sugar cravings and the restaurants' need for convenience. With a production capacity of 750 kilos per day and partnerships with major names like Zepto and Swiggy, SCANDALous Foods (ADITOF) is rapidly scaling. Their goal? To continue innovating, expand into the GCC market, and eventually launch a direct-to-consumer (D2C) model with cloud kitchens and “Mithai Parlours” for Indian sweets. At EvolveX Accelerator, we’re proud to support startups like SCANDALous Foods (ADITOF) in realizing their vision and taking their businesses to new heights. The journey of transforming traditional markets with innovative solutions is exactly what drives us forward! Team EvolveX: Neeraj Tyagi | Gaurav VK Singhvi | Bhawna B. | Vikas Aggarwal | Deo Saurabh | CA Manish Rathi | Drishti Dagliya | Chitra Shah | Shivansh Agarwal | Utkarsh Sharaff | Rishabha Sethia

Starting a Food Business in 2025, may go wrong if you miss these! Let's first, get down to the facts of the food business industry in India - 👉🏻- Market Size: The Indian restaurant industry is valued at approximately ₹5 lakh crore (₹5 trillion) as of recent estimates and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10-15% in the next five years. 👉🏻- Contribution to GDP: The industry contributes about 2.1% to India's GDP and employs over 7 million people, making it a significant part of the economy. 👉🏻- According to industry reports, approximately 20-25 new food and restaurant businesses are launched every hour in India, ranging from small eateries and cafes to food trucks, cloud kitchens, and large-scale restaurants. 👉🏻- High Failure Rate: Approximately 60-70% of new food businesses in India fail within the first 1-2 years of operation, consistent with global trends in the restaurant industry. Considering the facts above food business is a very lucrative business to jump into and ensure that you will succeed in it! With changing and fast moving treads, the present majority of the populations are impulse purchases who have been flooded with too many options to juggle around, in turn making consumers jump all around instead of sticking to one place! This behaviour has severe impacts on new businesses, and evidently more in the food sector. But here are 3 things a new food entrepreneur can do to succeed in the food industry - ✅1. Start Small - Take out less investments and test out your product among your friends, peers, and your potential customers. Build a feedback loop and a customer journey loop at the same time. (You can DM me to understand on this more). ✅2. Focus on Tier II City Expansion: With relatively low but good disposable income in hands, but with hugh aspirations and status beliefs, Tier II cities in India are the un-taped goldmine for scale. With limited options and the need for experience, this is a perfect opportunity for many. ✅3. Curate a menu with less than 20 Items! : Focus on a few, and master to a level where no one can ignore it. Start with limited SKU's and once which have replicable formulas. Best Case studies for the same are restaurants like - RAMESHWARAM CAFE, and NACHIYAR CAFE, which are both located in Bangalore, which have started with limited SKU's and eventually expanded their menu for variety. ✅Bonus Insight: Focus initially more and spend more on Content & Marketing to build awareness and distribution. So, plan your food business with these things in mind, and I am sure to promise you will end up doing good unlike the rest! For any doubts, or to understand these subjects better, you can DM me at Cavien Redd Thank you! 🙌 #Foodsector #foodbusiness #founder #entrepreneurs #2025 #startegies #bangalore #mumbai #rameshwaramcafe #restaurants #food #insights #india

#IndianStartups #StartupSuccess #EntrepreneurshipJourney #InnovateIndia #StartupGrowth #BusinessInspiration #StartupFunding #ViksitBharat2047 #DigitalTransformation #TechInnovation #FutureOfBusiness #StartupReporterUpdates #BusinessIcons2024 #ScaleYourStartup #StartupEcosystemIndia #StartupNews #BusinessGrowth #StartupSuccessStories #FounderStories #BusinessTrends: #StartupAdvice #WomenInBusiness: #followus #followourpage Ganesh Chaturthi made special with Chef Ranveer Brar and MILKMAID!Mumbai (Maharashtra) , September 16: As Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, the festival’s daily preparations bring a wave of excitement to homes across the country. For ten days, families prepare a new array of delectable treats for Ganpati Bappa’s offerings, filling their homes with joy. Amidst the backdrop of prayers, music, and festivities, a diverse selection of sweets, with modaks taking center stage, captures the festive spirit. One key ingredient that enhances the taste and texture of these festive modaks is Nestlé MILKMAID. Known for its rich and creamy texture, MILKMAID, with its signature taste,  transforms traditional sweets into extraordinary delights. MILKMAID’s sweetened condensed milk offers a versatile solution for a variety of desserts, making it an essential cooking ingredient. Its ease of use allows for quick preparation, whether you’re making classic modaks or experimenting with new variations. In collaboration with one of India’s most renowned chefs, Chef Ranveer Brar, MILKMAID brings you quick and easy modak recipes that elevate traditional flavors. The mawa modak and the orange mawa modak recipes that Chef Ranveer Brar prepares showcase how MILKMAID enhances the richness and creaminess of these festive treats. You can replace Mawa or Khoya with MILKMAID to achieve the perfect taste and binding in your recipes while saving valuable time. Elevate your favourite festive desserts with MILKMAID! Here are some other popular treats you can prepare with MILKMAID for Ganpati Bappa this festival: Rose Modak: Infused with the delicate essence of roses, these modaks add elegance to the festivities, offering a delightful and aromatic treat for everyone. Mithai Modak: Combining classic mithai with the luscious sweetness of MILKMAID, these modaks embody traditional charm and irresistible flavor. Gulab Jamun: Enriching the traditional Gulab Jamun with MILKMAID’s creamy sweetness results in a melt-in-your-mouth experience that combines classic flavors with a touch of luxurious indulgence. Kaju Katli: MILKMAID’s velvety richness transforms Kaju Katli into a silky-smooth treat, enhancing its nutty goodness and delivering a sophisticated flavor that elevates this festive favorite. Coconut Ladoo: With the smooth, sweet essence of MILKMAID, Coconut Ladoos offer a delightful twist on the classic recipe, blending tropical coconut with an irresistible creamy texture. When it comes to modaks, trying out Chef

The Story of Curefoods (EatFit): From Inception to Revolutionizing India's Food Industry Curefoods, founded in 2020 by Ankit N., is on a mission to democratize access to nutritious and delicious food through its innovative cloud kitchen model. Headquartered in Bangalore, Curefoods operates a plethora of popular brands such as Curefoods (EatFit), CakeZone, Sharief Bhai, Nomad Pizza, and Frozen Bottle, among others. This story of passion and persistence begins with a vision to make honest food that customers love while keeping their health and nutrition needs in mind. Ankit Nagori, an Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati alumnus and former Chief Business Officer at Flipkart, has always been driven by a desire to create impactful ventures. Before Curefoods, he co-founded Curefit - house of cult and started Youthpad.com and Simply Sport Foundation. His journey into the food industry began with a simple yet powerful idea: to use technology and modern solutions in cooking, packaging, and waste management to ensure sustainable operations and deliver high-quality food to customers. Curefoods quickly expanded its footprint by adopting a Thrasio-style business model, acquiring successful small food startups and scaling them under a single brand umbrella. One of the significant milestones in Curefoods' journey was its merger with Maverix in January 2022, making it the second-largest cloud kitchen brand in India. This merger not only expanded Curefoods' operational capacity but also strengthened its market position. Funding has played a crucial role in Curefoods' growth trajectory. The company has raised a total of $243.9 million through 12 funding rounds. Notable investors include Three States Ventures, Chiratae Ventures, Alteria Capital, Accel India, and prominent personalities like Binny Bansal and Varun Dhawan. These funds have been instrumental in scaling operations, enhancing customer experiences, and increasing the accessibility of Curefoods' products. Looking ahead, Curefoods has ambitious plans to further penetrate the food industry. With recent funding, the company aims to expand its offline presence, especially through well-known brands like Nomad Pizza and Sharief Bhai Biryani. By leveraging its extensive network of cloud kitchens, QSRs, and restaurants, Curefoods is set to revolutionize the Indian food and beverage market. The company's future initiatives will focus on enhancing operational efficiency, improving customer satisfaction, and promoting sustainability through eco-friendly practices. Curefood's mission is to create a cleaner, healthier, and more delicious world. By continually innovating and adapting to changing consumer tastes, Curefoods is poised to become a dominant force in India's food industry. #Curefoods #AnkitNagori #EatFit #CakeZone #NomadPizza #ShariefBhai #CloudKitchen #FoodInnovation #SustainableFood #HealthyEating #IndianFoodIndustry #StartupSuccess #TechInFood #FoodRevolution #Investment #FutureOfFood

What can be more "Chatpata" than an Indian street food affair? Taking inspiration from the "Chatpata" vibe of Indian street foods and the sweet and salty "Affair" of spices in Indian food, Shiju Pappen from Gurugram founded the food venture "The Chatpata Affair" in 2020, just before the COVID-19 pandemic. The food entrepreneur is determined to give Indian street food its deserved place by bringing regional delicacies into the limelight while keeping it all vegetarian and hygienic. The vision of The Chatpata Affairs's founder behind this tangy venture is as ambitious as it is delicious: to make Indian street foods the "king" in front of burgers and pizzas worldwide. The food venture outlets have a delicious menu of nearly 200 items each, from breakfast dishes to dinner options, including fusion dishes such as Chaat, Bhalle chaat, Papri Chaat, Badam milk, Rolls, Sandwiches, Shakes, etc. Shiju comes from a small town in Rajasthan. He moved to Delhi for work in 1997 and started working with Pizza Hut as a team member, where he would do everything from cleaning the restaurant to serving customers and cleaning utensils. Shiju, during the interview with Startup Pedia, said, "I was earning only Rs. 5000-6000 per month for almost a year straight. It was tough to manage rent, electricity and food." With over 2 decades of experience, he became the CEO of Southern Fried Chicken. He was managing operations across multiple countries. However, he had a constant urge to establish his own venture. He started The Chatpata Affairs with an investment of only Rs. 5 lakh and a small dedicated team taking up multiple responsibilities - from cooking to customer service. Launching with only a few menu items, the food venture has now burgeoned into a food chain with a presence across 50 locations nationwide. Among the 50 existing locations, Chatpata Affairs has its prominent location on Church Street, Bangalore; Nanganalur, Chennai; Ambience Mall, Gurgaon; and some universities in Hyderabad, among others. The food venture generated around Rs. 2 lakh per month with only two outlets in the initial years. However, after two years, it ventured into the franchisee model and is now growing like a Chinese bamboo tree. In FY-23, The Chatpata Affairs revenue skyrocketed to Rs. 6 crores, which then increased to Rs. 8 crore in FY-24. The Gurugram-based food venture plans to reach 100 outlets by the end of March 2025. By 2027, the food venture is expected to burgeon into 500 outlets. The venture also plans to expand across the Middle East, Europe and the US. While the founder has an ambitious expansion plan, he aims to make sure that food quality will always be the priority. "I believe entrepreneurship is a journey with patience and perseverance. And, not at all a lottery ticket to instant wealth or success," signed off Shiju Pappen, founder of The Chatpata Affairs. Read More: https://bit.ly/482IHGd #startuppedia #startup #cafechain #foodinduatry

Exploring Cafe Udupi Ruchi - India’s Unique Veg QSR Chain Established in 2014, Cafe Udupi Ruchi - India is a special kind of restaurant known for its unique approach. It’s an Indian Vegetarian Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) that offers tasty food using healthy, natural ingredients. What Makes Cafe Udupi Ruchi Special? 1. Healthy and Delicious Menu: The menu focuses on wellness, featuring dishes made with natural, ISO-certified ingredients. This means the food is safe and healthy to eat. 2. Innovative Cooking: They use proprietary Easy To Cook mixes. These mixes ensure that the food is quick to prepare, maintaining its taste and quality. 3. Hygienic Practices: With FSSAI-approved facilities, the restaurant ensures high cleanliness standards. 4. Sustainable Management: Eco-friendly practices are a big part of their operations to make sure they are kind to the environment. 5. Natural Ingredients: Emphasizing the use of certified natural products, their dishes are both nutritious and delicious. Partnering with Cafe Udupi Ruchi The restaurant offers partnership opportunities for those interested in expanding the brand's reach. It’s an exciting way to bring tasty, healthy food to more people. Opportunities Include: - Business expansion and collaboration - Franchise opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs Cafe Udupi Ruchi is about combining health with culinary delights. If you are interested in being part of this food journey, consider exploring partnership or franchising options for a rewarding business experience. #businessexpansion #udupiruchi #entrepreneurship #successjourney #joinus #franchise #partnerwithus #businessexperts

Exploring Cafe Udupi Ruchi - India’s Unique Veg QSR Chain Established in 2014, Cafe Udupi Ruchi - India is a special kind of restaurant known for its unique approach. It’s an Indian Vegetarian Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) that offers tasty food using healthy, natural ingredients. What Makes Cafe Udupi Ruchi Special? 1. Healthy and Delicious Menu: The menu focuses on wellness, featuring dishes made with natural, ISO-certified ingredients. This means the food is safe and healthy to eat. 2. Innovative Cooking: They use proprietary Easy To Cook mixes. These mixes ensure that the food is quick to prepare, maintaining its taste and quality. 3. Hygienic Practices: With FSSAI-approved facilities, the restaurant ensures high cleanliness standards. 4. Sustainable Management: Eco-friendly practices are a big part of their operations to make sure they are kind to the environment. 5. Natural Ingredients: Emphasizing the use of certified natural products, their dishes are both nutritious and delicious. Partnering with Cafe Udupi Ruchi The restaurant offers partnership opportunities for those interested in expanding the brand's reach. It’s an exciting way to bring tasty, healthy food to more people. Opportunities Include: - Business expansion and collaboration - Franchise opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs Cafe Udupi Ruchi is about combining health with culinary delights. If you are interested in being part of this food journey, consider exploring partnership or franchising options for a rewarding business experience. #businessexpansion #udupiruchi #entrepreneurship #successjourney #joinus #franchise #partnerwithus #businessexperts

Starting from a single cafe earning 50 crore, Rmaeshwaram cafe is launching a food truck now. But why a food truck ?? According to BluWeave consulting the Indian food truck market was estimated at USD 152.45 million in 2022, which will grow at a (CAGR) of 9.23% between 2023 and 2029. Reason for growth :- Lets start this with a fact A 2023 survey by Social Samosa revealed that 78% of Indian millennials follow food bloggers and reviewers on social media The growing economy is leading towards more disposable income, allowing people to explore new dining options like food trucks. Social media platforms like Instagram highlight unique and delicious food truck offerings, attracting customers. Compared to traditional restaurants, food trucks require a lower initial investment, making them attractive to aspiring entrepreneurs. Food trucks offer a diverse range of cuisines, from regional specialties to global flavors, catering to different palates. Don’t forget the experimentation and innovation which can attract food enthusiasts. Follow Akshat kumar Jain for more insights

🌟 How We Turned a Small Kitchen Idea into India's Largest Salad Brand 🌟 In 2021, my wife Riya Rohra had a vision to bring healthy and delicious meals to people across India. What started as a small experiment in our home kitchen has now grown into SaladO India, the largest salad brand in the country, with over 200 kitchens nationwide. 🥗🚀 While Riya's passion for creating nutritious salads laid the foundation, my role focused on scaling the business—building a robust team, securing franchise models, and expanding our reach across multiple cities. Together along with our team, we took this simple idea and transformed it into a thriving business that stands out in the crowded food industry. 🌟 Here’s what helped us succeed: 1. Persistence Pays Off: The path to success is rarely linear. Early failures in my previous business taught me resilience. Never give up, even when the road gets tough. 2. Build Strong Teams: Success in business isn't about one person; it's about the people around you. A strong team can take you further than you ever imagined. 3. Innovate Relentlessly: In today’s fast-paced world, you need to stay ahead by constantly innovating. SaladO expanded from cloud kitchens to franchise cafés because we weren’t afraid to evolve. Here is a future: - We are launching our Mobile app to deliver our Healthy Eating - Exotic Salad's, Kito Food, Satvic Food, Healthy Rice Bowls at a door step of our customers in top 15 cities of India in a subscription model. - We have recently launched India's First Healthy Sweet Brand Called MithaLite where we have Indian Sweets like KajuKatli, Peda, Jalebi, Cookies, Gulab Jamun etc made up of millets and natural sweeteners where we are able to reduce calories by 65-70%. -We are also Piloting India's First Healthy Cafe - SaladO Cafe, where we have launched food innovations like Salad Burger, Salad Pizza, Salad Wraps, Salad Dosa, Salad Sandwiches and so on. We have 6 running franchise outlets in India - We are researching to launch Healthy Cakes, Healthy Icecreams, Healthy Biryani. Mission is very simple - To replace Unhealthy eating with a healthier options without compromising on taste. Who knows? We just might become the next Indian brand to conquer the global stage. Fingers crossed for the journey ahead! 🌍✨ Let’s connect if you’d like to discuss about partnership, investments, vendor ship, franchising or healthy living! 🌱 https://lnkd.in/gvZ_frjb #Franchising #Investors #Healthyeating #Investment #Kamrohra