One of the most popular UK-United Kingdom-based coffee franchises Pret A Manger will soon be launched in India.
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UK Pret a Manger; Coffee Loving Legacy
A brand loved for its organic coffee and delectable sandwiches, Pret has established itself as a leading brand with over 550 stores across the world. A brand that was built in 1989 in London, it translates to Ready To Eat. Best known for its sandwiches, coffees, salads, and wraps it aims to establish itself on Indian grounds.
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Rising Partnership with RIL
With shops all over the world, Pret A Manger plans to build its legacy in India. The franchise is reported to join hands with Reliance Industries to open coffee-sandwich shop chains throughout India.
Not only will it mark the opening of the UK-Based Franchise in India but Reliance’s first venture in the food chain. The brand is expected to start its journey from major cities like Mumbai and Delhi to cities like Bangalore and Kolkata.
The first Pret store is likely to be opened in India in March 2024. Logistics analyzes that Pret and Reliance’s partnership will evolve India to be one of the top three coffee chain markets in the world by 2025.
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Words from the Officials about the Indian Food Market
The Chief Executive Officer, Pano Christou spoke about his plans to expand Pret in India. He spoke about the long-lasting connection between UK and India and how each land attracts visitors from the others.
Confidently Christou added that he was hopeful of the young Indian community who would be experimenting with new brands, calling India a ‘very exciting’ coffee market.
The CEO further added how they plan to improvise and make changes to the menu to suit the Indian food palate.
In a food market like India, coffee remains an important part of the appetite. It would be interesting to see how Pret A Manger sets itself in India competing with the bustling Tata Starbucks and Café Coffee Day spread all over.