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MONIN Cup 2026 Returns to India, Celebrating Creativity With Theme ‘Timeless Tw.

by Manaswita Goswami

MONIN India has officially announced the return of the MONIN Cup 2026, the eighth edition of its globally recognised bartending competition that continues to spotlight creativity, innovation, and emerging talent from the hospitality industry. Held every two years across more than 80 countries, the competition has become one of the beverage industry’s most respected platforms […]

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25 Years Later, Amoeba Sports Bar Is Betting on Experience Over Entertainment

by Manaswita Goswami

For a generation of Bangaloreans, Amoeba sports bar was where birthday parties turned competitive, friendships were tested over bowling scores, and weekends disappeared into arcade games. Long before “experience economy” became a business buzzword, Amoeba was already selling it. Now, as the brand marks 25 years and returns to Church Street with a reimagined sports […]

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Father’s Day Gifting Guide: 4 Soju Flavours That Make Every Celebration S.

by Manaswita Goswami

Father’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate the man who has been a constant source of guidance, strength, and support. While traditional gifts never go out of style, a thoughtfully selected bottle featuring unique soju flavours can make the occasion even more memorable. With its smooth character, approachable taste, and growing popularity in India, soju […]

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National Martini Day: 4 Martinis You Need to Try in 2026

by Manaswita Goswami

“The name’s Bond. James Bond.” For decades, that one line was enough to make the Martini the world’s most famous cocktail. Whether shaken or stirred, James Bond transformed a simple mix of spirit and vermouth into a symbol of sophistication. But if Bond made the drink iconic, Emily Nelson from A Simple Favor made it […]

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The Sola Story: A Colonial Bungalow, a Bar and the Business of Hospitality Infl.

by Manaswita Goswami

In Pondicherry’s White Town, a discreet blue door opens into a different pace of life. Behind it stands Sola Bistro and Bar, housed within a restored colonial bungalow that has witnessed decades of change. Today, the property is known for artisanal cocktails, slow-fermented food, and a garden designed for lingering conversations. Yet beyond the carefully […]

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