Archive · 26 Dec 2025
2025's Top Food Trends and Milestones
In 2025, the food world saw some exciting changes.
Matcha became super popular, with special cafes and even a Bollywood actor's brand.
South Indian food was a big hit, with new restaurants and creative dishes.
Sandwiches, or 'sandos,' became trendy with unique fillings and breads.
Kitchens got smarter with AI and automation.
Indian chefs won big awards, and Lucknow was named a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy for its delicious Awadhi cuisine.
There was also a big focus on protein snacks, and international chefs visited India for special pop-up events.
It was a year full of tasty innovations and recognitions!
Matcha became a major trend with dedicated cafes and global supply shortages.
South Indian cuisine gained popularity, with new restaurants and creative dishes.
The sando trend introduced unique sandwiches with specialty breads from around the world.
Kitchens became smarter with AI-powered appliances and automation.
Indian chefs won prestigious awards, including Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants and Michelin stars.
- Who
- Various chefs, restaurants, and food brands in India
- What
- Notable food trends and milestones in 2025
- When
- Throughout 2025
- Where
- Across India and internationally
- Why
- Innovation, cultural recognition, and health trends
- Matcha Craze
- Global supplies dried up in July
- South Indian Food
- Benne Bombay expanding to Delhi
- Sando Trend
- Specialty breads from worldwide
- Food Automation
- AI-powered kitchen appliances
- Chef Awards
- Gaggan Anand topped Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants
- Agave Spirits
- Rise of brands like Maya Pistola, El Goonda
- Lucknow Recognition
- UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
- International Chefs
- Pop-ups and takeovers in India
- Protein Obsession
- Spike in protein chips and bars