From matcha mania and “protein atta” to nostalgia-led menus and AI-run kitchens, 2025 reshaped how India ate and talked about food. Desserts dominated, coffee culture deepened, and viral trends—from tiramisu twists to kunafa everything—ruled social feeds, while Indian restaurants and bars shone globally with awards and lists
2025 was the year food trends moved from feeds to real life—matcha crossed into laddoos and ice cream, “protein atta” hit shelves, and caviar bumps joined tasting menus. AI entered kitchens, speakeasies multiplied, and Indian restaurants and bartenders made their mark on Michelin and 50 Best lists
Across India, desserts led the charge, coffee culture expanded into new formats, and certain drinks became instant touchstones in dining conversations. Social media crowned a rotating cast of viral dishes—from deconstructed tiramisu to seafood boils and kunafa-fied desserts—driving both bookings and home experiments
Key highlights
• Notable update: The matcha era arrived—polarizing yet unstoppable—spanning tea, ice cream, and mithai
• Major takeaway: AI-powered kitchen automation and waiter robots moved from novelty to trial runs in select venues
• Important point: Desserts dominated menus and searches; coffee carved new niches in cafés and bars
• Significant trend: Viral formats like messy seafood boil and tiramisu remixes kept creators (and chefs) busy
• Industry milestone: Indian talent earned global recognition via Michelin stars and 50 Best lists
Sources: Mint Lounge; Slurrp; Lifestyle Asia India