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DS group and Läderach open India’s first luxury chocolate café at Jio World Plaza
MUMBAI: FMCG company, The Dharampal Satyapal group (DS group), which is the exclusive Indian partner of Swiss luxury chocolatier Läderach, has launched India’s first Läderach Café at Jio World Plaza. This landmark opening offers a sophisticated chocolate experience, redefining indulgence with Läderach’s signature artisanal craftsmanship.
The café, a haven for chocolate enthusiasts, features elegant interiors and European-inspired outdoor seating. It showcases a diverse menu blending classic Swiss creations with locally inspired flavours. Special offerings include Coconut Cold Chocolate, Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate, and desserts like the Signature Chocolate Trio, Coconut Lime Cheesecake, and Berry Choco-Gato.
Läderach India spokesperson Sanskriti Gupta said: “Läderach’s first chocolate café in India, in Mumbai is the perfect place to debut this unique concept. The city’s enthusiasm for our brand has been remarkable.”
Beyond sweet treats, the café offers savoury dishes such as Beetroot & Goat Cheese Salad, Poulet Parm Focaccia, and buttery croissants. Signature pairings, including Hot Chocolate with Avocado Toast, add a creative touch to the menu, which also caters to vegan preferences with options like Vegan Hot Chocolate.
Open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM, the café provides an accessible luxury experience, with an average cost of Rs 2,000 for two. Takeaway and delivery services ensure customers can enjoy Läderach creations at their convenience.
Renowned globally for its FrischSchoggi (fresh chocolate) and commitment to high-quality ingredients, Läderach’s debut café brings an elevated dining experience to Mumbai, blending tradition with modern culinary artistry.
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Jubilant FoodWorks faces Rs 47.5 crore GST demand, plans appeal
Tax authorities flag alleged misclassification of restaurant services
MUMBAI: Jubilant FoodWorks Limited has landed in a tax tussle after receiving a GST demand of Rs 47.5 crore from the office of the additional commissioner of CGST and central excise in Thane, Maharashtra.
The order, issued under the provisions of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, relates to an alleged incorrect classification of certain services under the category of restaurant services. According to the tax authorities, this classification resulted in a short payment of goods and services tax for the period between the financial years 2019-20 and 2021-22.
The demand includes Rs 47.5 crore in GST along with an equal amount as penalty, in addition to applicable interest. The order was received by the company on March 13, 2026.
In a regulatory filing to the BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, the company said it disagrees with the order and believes its arguments were not adequately considered.
The company is preparing to challenge the decision and plans to file an appeal. It added that once the redressal process is complete, the demand is likely to be dropped.
Despite the sizeable figure attached to the notice, the company said it does not expect any material impact on its financials, operations or other activities.
The disclosure was signed by Suman Hegde, EVP and chief financial officer, who confirmed that the company received the order at 19:06 IST on March 13 and has already initiated steps to contest it.
The development places the quick service restaurant major in the middle of a tax debate that could hinge on how certain restaurant-linked services are classified under GST rules. For now, the company appears ready to take the matter from the tax office to the appeals desk.
