Brand Announcements, Launches and Releases | Second Week of November

This is your chance to stay updated on all the brand announcements, releases, and launches. From 145 Cafe & Bar, celebrating their 10-year milestone, to Carrera Perfumes, Local Samosa is back with all the details you need to know for the second week of November. 

145 Café & Bar Marks Its 10-Year Milestone with a Refreshed Menu

145 Café & Bar completes a decade in Mumbai’s dining scene with a newly updated food menu. The additions revisit familiar comfort dishes while introducing contemporary flavours. The update reflects the brand’s ongoing effort to evolve with its audience and the city.

KidZania Mumbai Celebrates Children’s Day with a Multi-Brand Activity Festival

KidZania Mumbai is hosting a three-day Children’s Day programme featuring interactive activities and themed zones. The event includes a treasure hunt, creative workshops, and skill-based games for young visitors. It aims to offer families an engaging space to learn and explore together.

Carrera Parfums Enters India with Tarz Distribution

Carrera Parfums makes its India debut, bringing its signature Italian-inspired fragrance lines to the market. The launch includes the brand’s denim-accented Carrera Jeans Original series. The entry expands India’s growing range of international perfume offerings.

Ed-a-Mamma Launches Its Autumn–Winter 2025 Collection

Ed-a-Mamma introduces its new seasonal collection inspired by nature, play, and everyday adventures. The range includes themed capsules for infants and older children. With this drop, the brand continues its focus on comfort-driven, planet-conscious clothing.

Sheraton Hyderabad Opens the Festive Season with Its Annual Cake-Mixing Event

Sheraton Hyderabad hosted its traditional cake-mixing ceremony to mark the beginning of Christmas preparations. Guests participated in combining dried fruits and spices, following a long-standing culinary ritual. The event set the tone for the hotel’s upcoming festive activities.

TurQue at Pune Hosts ‘Smoking Sizzles’ Food Festival

TurQue in Pune introduces an evening sizzler festival featuring grilled dishes and dessert platters. The event runs through the second half of November by the poolside. It offers guests a chance to try a curated selection of smoky, flavour-forward plates.

MagickHome India Conducts a Karnataka-Themed Cycling Expedition in Bengaluru

MagickHome, along with the Cycool community, organised a cycling route shaped like the map of Karnataka. The ride brought together local cyclists to mark Karnataka Rajyotsava. It formed part of the brand’s ongoing design and culture-focused campaign.

Wendy’s India Introduces Cajun Burgers Across Outlets

Wendy’s India has added Cajun-style burgers to its menu in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. The flavours draw from Louisiana’s spice profile and blend heat, creaminess, and herbs. The new items expand the chain’s globally inspired burger portfolio.

HM Sarafa Bazaar Opens iAMORY, Its First Sterling Silver Jewellery Store

HM Sarafa Bazaar has launched iAMORY, a dedicated silver and lab-grown diamond jewellery space in Mumbai. The store blends contemporary design with the brand’s long-standing heritage. It houses signature collections along with pieces inspired by the city.

QLA Reintroduces Its Seasonal Winter Brunch in Delhi

QLA brings back its winter brunch format with live counters and freshly prepared dishes. The experience focuses on leisurely dining with options ranging from grills to pastries. It aims to create an unhurried, open-ended brunch atmosphere for guests.

Nexus Seawoods Announces a Two-Day Global Food Carnival in Navi Mumbai

Nexus Seawoods Mall is hosting a large street food festival featuring global cuisines. The event includes over 100 food options along with live performances. It is positioned as a family-friendly weekend attraction for Navi Mumbai.

BOHECO Opens Its Largest Cannabis-Based Wellness Clinic in Bengaluru

BOHECO has launched a flagship clinic offering cannabis-leaf–based Ayurvedic wellness solutions. The space includes consultations, therapies, and product experiences. The opening reflects rising interest in plant-derived and science-backed health practices.

Zane’s Café & Pet Spa Introduces a New Winter Drinks and Dessert Menu

Zane’s Café in Mumbai has rolled out a seasonal selection of hot beverages and sweet dishes. The menu features coffees, chocolate drinks, and small plates suited to cooler months. It aims to create a cosy, slow-paced winter experience for visitors.

Lazeez Affaire Opens a New Outlet at M3M 65th Avenue

The long-standing Delhi dining brand Lazeez Affaire has expanded to Gurugram with a fresh outlet. The launch marks the beginning of multiple new openings planned by the group. It continues the brand’s focus on classic Indian fine dining in contemporary settings.

Ashpveda Introduces Shubhra Divine Nectar Roll-On Perfume

Ashpveda has released a non-alcoholic roll-on perfume made with essential oils. The product is designed as a gentle, everyday fragrance option. It adds to the brand’s line of nature-derived personal care offerings.

Thamel a Himalayan and Western Cuisine Restaurant Opens in Gurugram

Thamel has opened at AIPL Joy Central, offering a mix of Himalayan dishes and Western plates. The menu features a blend of traditional ingredients and modern preparation styles. The restaurant aims to bridge diverse culinary influences under one concept.

NOUN a Craft-Led Retail Residency, Opens in Siolim Goa

NOUN launches in Goa as a rotating retail and craft residency curated by Roma Narsinghani and Shreya Sharma. The space showcases objects, materials, and makers in an evolving format. It is designed as a reflective environment that blends craft, community, and contemporary design.

Oberoi Mall Hosts a Community Cake-Mixing Session with The Westin Chefs

Oberoi Mall organised a Christmas cake-mixing activity led by chefs from The Westin Mumbai Garden City. Participants prepared traditional mixes of fruits and spices together. The event was positioned as an accessible, community-driven festive gathering.

Shilpakaaram Partners with Vasuki Fitness to Bring Mudgar Training to Urban Gyms

Shilpakaaram has collaborated with Vasuki Fitness to make traditional wooden Mudgars available in Mumbai. The initiative aims to revive ancient Indian strength practices for modern fitness routines. It introduces a heritage-inspired tool to a growing functional fitness audience.

Mirari Launches ‘Mughalnama’, a High Jewellery Collection Inspired by Mughal Art

Mirari’s latest collection draws from Mughal-era motifs, gemstones, and craftsmanship. The pieces reinterpret historical design elements through contemporary silhouettes. The launch highlights the ongoing appeal of heritage-inspired jewellery in modern luxury.

Flavoured Nacho and Ice Cream Pairings by Habanero Foods 

At Habanero Foods, we’ve built our passion around this idea: that true indulgence is born from daring to play. All three flavours, Jalapeño Nachos, Mango Chilli, and Peri Peri Nachos, have always been bold, vibrant, and unapologetically full of character. Here are six pairings guests can try: Tropical Heatwave Sundae, Rebel Float, Smokin' Caramel Affair, Kiss of Fire Parfait, The Inferno Scoop, Midnight Ember Mocha. 

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