Haldiram’s, a renowned Indian snacking brand, has launched its first international restaurant in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The restaurant, located in Bur Dubai, offers a modern dine-in and quick-service experience, showcasing authentic Indian flavors and unparalleled quality. Founded in 1937 in Rajasthan, Haldiram’s aims to connect with the Indian diaspora in Dubai through its slogan “Come home to Haldiram’s,” delivering home-cooked Indian flavors.
The Dubai restaurant has a seating capacity of 110 guests and features a diverse menu, including popular Indian dishes such as Raj Kachori, Choley Bhature, and North and South Indian specialties. The menu also includes traditional Indian sweets like Motichoor Ladoo, Kesar Rasmalai, and Kaju Katli. To enhance the dining experience, the restaurant has introduced table service.
Haldiram’s director and owner, Pankaj Agarwal, expressed excitement about launching the brand’s first international outlet in Dubai, a city known for its culinary diversity. He stated that the brand aims to provide authentic Indian cuisine with unmatched hospitality, marking the beginning of their expansion journey. The president of Haldiram’s retail and quick-service restaurant, Kailash Agarwal, added that Dubai’s diverse cultural landscape makes it an ideal location to showcase the richness of Indian cuisine to a global audience.
This launch comes amid reports that Singapore’s state-owned investment company, Temasek Holdings, is in preliminary discussions to acquire a 10% to 15% stake in Haldiram Snacks, potentially valuing the Indian snack manufacturer at $11 billion. The launch of Haldiram’s first international restaurant in Dubai marks a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion plans, with plans to enter more international locations in the future.
The restaurant’s opening is expected to cater to the large Indian diaspora in Dubai, as well as to introduce authentic Indian flavors to the local and international community. With its unique blend of dine-in and quick-service formats, Haldiram’s aims to provide a memorable dining experience, showcasing the best of Indian cuisine. As the brand continues to expand globally, it is likely to attract significant attention from investors and food enthusiasts alike.