At the 2nd Edition of The ET Food XP 2026, we took a break from boardroom conversations and asked attendees their favourite Indian restaurants, guilty junk-food obsessions and the weird food combinations they secretly swear by Know More retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP

As the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026 comes to a close, Charu Lamba, Deputy Editor, ETRetail, brings together the spirit of a day. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, the panel “The Discovery Economy: Are Creators, Communities and Commerce Rewriting Food Marketing?” explored how creators are influencing what consumers discover & trust Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, the panel “Celebrity Chef & Brand Value for the Restaurant Business” explored how chef-led fame, personal brand equity and public visibility translate into real restaurant value. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP

At The ETFood XP 2026, the panel From Pantry to Platform: Is the Food Industry Becoming a Technology Business? explored how AI data and digital systems are reshaping everything from farming and forecasting to restaurant operations Know More retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the ETFood XP, the fireside chat “The Great Indian Consumer Reset: What It Takes to Win the Next Phase of FMCG Growth?” explored how rapidly changing aspirations are reshaping what consumers buy and how brands must respond. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At The ETFoodXP the panel The Last Mile Advantage: Is Speed the New Brand Equity explored whether faster fulfilment is truly becoming a brand differentiator or whether the real advantage lies in delivering the right product Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, the trialogue “Is India Ready for a Global Restaurant Brand?” explored what it will take for international concepts to succeed here. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, Vidur Mayor, Founder, FES Cafe & Desserts, shares why listening to customers has been central to building the brand. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, Vaibhav Arora, Co-Founder & CEO, Kofi Kafi, shares the consumer insight that shaped the brand: coffee did not always need to feel premium, formal or intimidating. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, the panel “From Shelf Space to Share of Wallet: What Will It Take to Win?” explored how brands and retailers can move from visibility to sustained consumer preference. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, the panel “The Checkout Battle: Is Quick Commerce Creating Growth or Simply Redistributing Demand?” examined how the channel is reshaping what consumers buy. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, Mahesh Reddy, Co-Founder & CEO, GTGO, shares how the group is building a portfolio of Korean food brands for the Indian market. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, Satyen Kumar Panda, Advisor, FSSAI, delivered a keynote on “How Can Stronger Food Standards Build Consumer Trust and Unlock Industry Growth?” Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The ET Food XP 2026, the panel “PE and Venture Funding in the Restaurant Industry” examined what funding really means for restaurant businesses navigating scale, profitability and investor expectations. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, Sameer Bhasin, CEO, Nando’s, shares why global food brands do not need to reinvent themselves completely for India Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, Jasmit Tibb, MD, Tibbs Frankie, shares how the legacy brand continues to stay relevant across generations without compromising its core. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, the panel “Cafe Culture & Balancing F&B Ops with the Larger Food Retail Business” explored how India’s café ecosystem is moving from lifestyle trend to everyday habit. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the 2nd Edition of The Economic Times Food XP 2026, Kevin Johnson, Country Food Manager, IKEA India, shares how food has evolved from a simple in-store coffee concept into a powerful part of the IKEA experience. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026

At the The Economic Times Food XP 2026, the focus is clear: today’s consumer is thinking about experience, convenience and speed, while food businesses are being challenged to rethink how they grow, adapt and innovate. Know More: retail.economictimes.indiati… #ETFoodXP2026