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Fat Tiger expands with 1,000 more stores across India

By Aiko TanakaIndia
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Keventers milkshake-brand owner Sohrab Sitaram has launched Fat Tiger, a tea shop and dim sum franchise in India’s Delhi, Chandigarh, Ludhiana and Karnal.

Sitaram says Fat Tiger introduces popular international flavors to the territory as well as a mid-market dim sum offering in a market where the cuisine is only associated with either street food or premium outlets. It plans to open more than 1000 stores throughout India.

“The momo and dim sum preparations take inspirations from spice levels from Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram, regions of Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh,” read a statement from the brand. “It is also influenced by Asian countries like China, Thailand, Nepal and Myanmar.”

Fat Tiger serves tea reusable cups and dim sums with tongs instead of

Questions & Answers

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What is the new brand launched by Sohrab Sitaram, the owner of Keventers?

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Sohrab Sitaram has launched Fat Tiger, which is described as a tea shop and dim sum franchise. It has already opened in Indian cities including Delhi, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, and Karnal.

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Where does Fat Tiger plan to expand its operations within India?

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Fat Tiger intends to open over 1,000 additional stores across India. This expansion aims to introduce its unique offering to a wider market beyond its current locations.

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What influences the flavour profiles of Fat Tiger's momo and dim sum dishes?

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The momo and dim sum preparations are inspired by the spice levels found in specific Indian regions, such as Meghalaya, Nagaland, and Sikkim. They also draw influence from Asian countries like China and Thailand.

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How does Fat Tiger position its dim sum offering in the Indian market?

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Fat Tiger aims to fill a gap by providing a mid-market dim sum option. Currently, dim sum in India is typically associated with either street food or more expensive premium establishments, according to the article.

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