Neha Mehrotra
22-May-2025
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1. India’s First Luxury Grocery Experience Debuts at The Chanakya
Marche Retail has unveiled Le Gourmet at The Chanakya, New Delhi—India’s first luxury grocery destination by DS Group. Featuring iconic brands like Harrods, Bacha Coffee, and Sirocco Tea, along with exclusive offerings such as 24K gold coffee, rare caviars, and organic produce, it redefines food shopping. The space also includes a French-style bakery, curated deli, gourmet butchery, and a chic café offering signature brews and an all-day menu. With live tastings, luxe gifting, and express delivery, Le Gourmet transforms grocery runs into indulgent escapades.
2. Messika Debuts in India with First Boutique in New Delhi
Parisian diamond house Messika has launched its first standalone boutique in India at The Chanakya Mall, New Delhi, in partnership with luxury watch retailer Ethos. Coinciding with the brand’s 20th anniversary, the boutique showcases Messika’s signature Move collection, fine jewellery, and high jewellery masterpieces. The boutique reflects the Maison’s bold spirit, marking a significant milestone as Messika taps into India’s deep-rooted love for exceptional craftsmanship and contemporary design.
3. Beyond Green Expands Global Footprint with Six New Sustainable Stays
Beyond Green has welcomed six new properties to its global portfolio between January and March 2025, marking its debut in Bhutan and expanding across Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America. This growth reinforces the brand’s commitment to sustainability, with each property meeting over 50 globally aligned eco-standards. Highlights include Colombia’s EK HOTEL, Spain’s Can Lluc, and three andBeyond lodges in Tanzania and the newly opened andBeyond Punakha River Lodge in Bhutan. All properties join the ‘I Prefer Hotel Rewards’ programme, enhancing guest value across nearly 60 sustainable accommodations in 22 countries.
4. The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences Unveils The Leela Art Gallery
The Leela Ambience Gurugram has introduced The Leela Art Gallery at Lobby Level 2, open to all guests and visitors. Guests can also book personalised ‘Art Walks’ for guided tours revealing the stories and inspirations behind each piece. Art is seamlessly woven throughout the hotel, from restored works to a striking Ganesha sculpture by Jeetendra Vyas. Celebrating Gurugram’s transformation from rural roots to a thriving metropolis, the gallery reflects the city’s evolving identity through layered visuals and contemporary forms.
5. Ananda in the Himalayas Returns to The Nautilus Maldives for Exclusive Healing Retreat
This August, The Nautilus Maldives welcomes back the renowned wellness experts from Ananda in the Himalayas for an exclusive residency, “Holistic Healing for Balancing Energies”, from August 11–18, 2025. Rooted in Ayurveda and energy healing, the retreat is led by Ananda practitioners Sunita Kumari and Sandarbh, offering therapies including Manipura, Kundalini Back Massage, Tibetan Ku Nye, and the Ananda Moksha ritual. Guests also receive a complimentary follow-up with Ananda’s Ayurvedic physician and curated Ayurvedic cuisine. Set within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, The Nautilus offers the perfect backdrop for reconnection, renewal, and soulful self-discovery.
6. Philipp Plein Launches a Bold SS25 Timepiece Collection
Philipp Plein’s spring/summer 2025 watch collection redefines statement luxury with daring, high-octane designs for men and women. From the crystal-studded Plein Majesty and $nake Hexagon to the fierce $KELETON 2.0 and reimagined Plein Chrono Royal, each piece fuses extravagance with innovation. Embracing the brand’s fearless spirit, the collection channels unapologetic glamour, bold silhouettes, and powerful detailing—perfect for those who wear their attitude on their wrist.
7. MindEscapes Launches Club Excellence Awards to Elevate India’s Private Club Standards
MindEscapes Group has launched the Club Excellence Awards, an independently validated recognition for India’s private members and social clubs. Backed by member feedback and third-party validation by LeadCap Ventures, the awards assess clubs across five key dimensions—Facilities, Service, Engagement, Community Impact, and Sustainability. Based on a unique three-stage process (member votes, expert reviews, and data normalisation), the awards promote transparency, credibility, and continuous improvement. Winners will be celebrated at events across India and invited to join a Club Excellence Programme focused on sustained growth and innovation through data-driven consultancy and insights.
8. Luxe Gaming Meets Gourmet at The Game Palacio, Now in Delhi
Mumbai’s famed The Game Palacio arrives in South Delhi’s Ansal Plaza, offering a chic fusion of immersive gaming, luxury bowling, gourmet dining, and nightlife. Featuring over 30 games including VR and arcade classics, plush black-and-gold bowling lanes, and a global menu with signature cocktails, the space transforms into a high-energy social hub by night. This 8th outlet marks a major milestone for Prasuk Jain Hospitality Ventures as it expands its luxury entertainment footprint across India.
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