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Time of India
24-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Wow! Momo launches gluten-free momos in 11 metro cities
New Delhi: Quick service restaurant chain Wow! Momo has introduced a gluten-free range of momos made with quinoa and chickpeas. The new product line will be sold across 11 key metro cities, with plans to extend it to the brand's ready-to-eat packaged foods segment, the company said in a press release on Tuesday. The launch marks Wow! Momo's entry into the gluten-free category, amid rising interest in functional and allergen-free food offerings. According to a recent research report, India's gluten-free food and beverage market is estimated at USD 22.25 million and projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.93 per cent. Sagar Daryani, Co-founder and CEO, Wow! Momo Foods, said, 'It's our way of saying that indulgence should be for everyone, and that innovation should never exclude. As we scale our presence in QSR, this range also aligns perfectly with our larger vision of delivering healthier, smarter, and more inclusive formats.' To amplify the launch, the company has partnered with chef Ranveer Brar for a digital campaign. Wow! Momo Foods currently operates over 700 outlets across its QSR brands - Wow! Momo, Wow! China, Wow! Chicken, and Wow! Kulfi in more than 70 cities.
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ranveer Brar offers a game-changer for health conscious foodies with Wow! Momo
HighlightsWow! Momo has launched India's first gluten-free momos made with quinoa and chickpeas, targeting health-conscious consumers and those with dietary restrictions. The company has partnered with celebrated chef Ranveer Brar to promote the new gluten-free range through a digital film that emphasizes the brand's philosophy of inclusive indulgence. According to Sagar Daryani, co-founder and chief executive officer of Wow! Momo Foods, this gluten-free innovation aims to expand the experience of indulgence to a broader audience without compromising on taste. Wow! Momo , India's homegrown QSR brand , has taken a bold step towards reimagining indulgent street food with the launch of India's gluten-free momos — made with quinoa and chickpeas . This gluten-free twist marks a category-first innovation, aimed at unlocking new consumer segments while reinforcing Wow! Momo's aggressive focus on health. For years, health-conscious individuals with dietary restrictions have often felt excluded from indulgent street-style treats. Recognising this gap, Wow! Momo has created a gluten-free range that's both nourishing and delicious. Made with quinoa and chickpeas, the momos strike a fine balance between nutrition and indulgence — ensuring no one has to choose between taste and health. To amplify the launch, Wow! Momo has partnered with one of India's celebrated chefs, Ranveer Brar , for a digital film that brings to life the brand's core philosophy —indulgence should never come with restrictions. The launch of Gluten-Free Momo is tailored for fitness enthusiasts, health-aware consumers, and people with dietary sensitivities, the range is rich in protein and flavor — a rare combination in the QSR category. This innovation reinforces the brand's belief that indulgence should be inclusive, the company stated in a press release. According to Sagar Daryani, co-founder and chief executive officer of Wow! Momo Foods, 'With this new gluten-free range, we're expanding who gets to be part of that experience. It's our way of saying that indulgence should be for everyone, and that innovation should never be excluded. As we scale our presence in QSR, this range also aligns perfectly with our larger vision of delivering healthier, smarter, and more inclusive formats.' Brar further added, 'As a chef, I always say—taste comes first. No matter how healthy or innovative a dish is, if it doesn't excite your palate, it doesn't work. That's what I loved about this campaign. These gluten-free momos from Wow! Momo surprised me — they deliver on flavour, texture, and nostalgia perfectly. The fact that they also include those who usually have to miss out? That's a win. Great food should never leave anyone out.' This isn't just a product launch; it's a culinary revolution that marries indulgence with conscious eating, tradition with transformation. As India witnesses a meteoric rise in mindful consumption , Wow! Momo takes the lead in democratising gluten-free goodness without compromising on taste, the company added. Watch the video here:
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Business Standard
23-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
NRAI welcomes Delhi government's move easing licensing norms for F&B
The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) on Monday expressed gratitude to Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta for easing licensing norms for food and beverage (F&B) businesses in the city. As per the new directive, hotels, restaurants, guesthouses, discotheques and similar establishments operating in the national capital will no longer be required to obtain the Delhi Police Eating House Licence. 'This change will reduce administrative hurdles and significantly improve the ease of doing business for the F&B sector in the capital. This will also increase investments by the F&B sector, which will bring in additional revenue to the Delhi government's exchequer in various forms in the future,' said an NRAI statement. The decision is expected to bring major relief to restaurant owners, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, who have long struggled with the burden of acquiring multiple governmental clearances. 'We wholeheartedly thank the Central and Delhi governments for this forward-looking step. Removing the requirement for the Delhi Police Eating House Licence is a significant relief for restaurateurs who have long faced unnecessary delays and complexities,' said Sagar Daryani, NRAI president. 'We are proud that NRAI's persistent efforts have contributed to this much-needed change. This reform will not only save time and resources but also foster a more vibrant, business-friendly environment for both existing and aspiring entrepreneurs in the F&B sector,' he added. For the hospitality industry, which is still recovering from the disruptions of recent years, such a reduction in compliance burden will go a long way in encouraging entrepreneurship and boosting investor confidence. 'We hope this reform in Delhi will serve as a model for other states to revisit archaic licensing practices and move towards a more streamlined and business-friendly regulatory environment,' said K Syama Raju, president of the Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Restaurants & hotels cheer move that was ‘much awaited'
New Delhi: The restaurant and hotel industry of Delhi was overjoyed when Delhi CM posted on social media that the requirement for Delhi Police Eating House License has been scrapped. Various restaurant bodies welcomed LG and Delhi CM's decision and stressed that this long-awaited reform will offer significant relief and boost to the capital's restaurant and hospitality industry. The move, hailed as a milestone for ease of doing business by industry, is expected to unlock fresh growth and investment in the food and beverage sector. National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI), which had been advocating the removal of this license for over a decade, termed the decision as a progressive step. Sagar Daryani, president of NRAI, said: "This reform will not only save time and resources but also foster a more vibrant, business-friendly environment for both existing and aspiring entrepreneurs in the F&B sector." Highlighting the burdens of the earlier system, Manpreet Singh, treasurer of NRAI, noted that entrepreneurs already have to obtain several approvals—including from DPCC, fire department, MCD/NDMC, FSSAI, and excise department. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 1 Bite Daily On An Empty Stomach Can Transform Your Health Gundry MD Learn More Undo "Despite this, police still required documents like rent agreements and fresh verification every year—even for the same owner running multiple outlets. This duplicative process was time-consuming and burdensome. " Garish Oberoi, chairman of Delhi State Committee and Treasurer of HRANI said: "Many projects ready to open were delayed solely due to this license. Now, time and money won't be wasted, and restaurants won't have to wait to offer full F&B services even after paying excise fees." Pranay Aneja, executive committee Member of FHRAI, agreed, "Every hotelier in Delhi has a big smile today. We've had to run from one department to another for this one license. Now that energy can go into running our businesses." Sandeep Anand Goyle, Delhi Chapter Head of NRAI, said the association had submitted this demand to CM on May 13. "Delhi and West Bengal were the only places where this license still existed. Its removal will reduce hurdles for restaurateurs, attract outside investment, and lead to new projects, more jobs and higher revenue for the state," he said. "Many big chains had stopped coming to Delhi. This decision changes that and the entire industry is enthused," Goyle added.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Kisah Apparels secures Rs 13cr to expand offline & D2C biz
Kolkata: Kisah Apparels, a Kolkata-based men's celebration and ethnic wear brand, has raised Rs 13 crore in an angel funding round. The company plans to expand its offline presence, scale up direct-to-consumer (D2C) operations and invest in brand building. The funding was done at a valuation of Rs 100 crore for the company. The round was led by Sagar Daryani, founder of Wow! Momo, along with Apoorv Salarpuria (Salarpuria Investments), Rahul Todi (CEO, Shrachi Group), Vinod Dugar (CEO, RDB Group) and Inflection Point Ventures. Founded in 2018 by Yash Sarawagi, an ex-investment banker, and Yashwi Ladasaria, a former EY consultant, Kisah was later joined by Saurav Kothari, who worked with Snapdeal and Bajaj Finserv. The company began with a marketplace-first model and is now evolving into an omnichannel brand. It currently operates two offline retail stores, with three more outlets planned across key Indian cities. "There was a clear roadmap — starting with marketplaces, then D2C, and now offline," said Sarawagi, also the CEO of Kisah Apparels. "E-commerce gave us a pan-India reach and deep customer insights, which are now fuelling our D2C and offline growth — backed by data, customer pull and positive cash flow at the company level," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo Kisah opened two stores in Gariahat and will open one more in Bangalore soon. "Going forward, we shall go deeper into retail," he added. Daryani said the brand's strategic focus on the target customer delivered strong performance metrics. "The business grew from ₹40–45 crore to a run rate of over ₹100 crore, with positive operating cash flow and PAT. That's phenomenal," he added.
