Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra launches in Bengaluru

Company Brief

Bangalore, August 19, 2011

Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra, one of the fastest growing, multi award-winning restaurant brands, makes its momentous debut into the southern part ofIndia. Having successfully redefined Gourmet Indian fine dining, serving authentic flavours from the erstwhile Punjab Province (India & Pakistan) in Singapore, New Delhi, Mumbai,Gurgaon and Chandigarh, Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra today announced its launch in the Garden City, bringing to the discerning guests & food connoisseurs of Bengaluru this novel offering. A vision of Jiggs Kalra, Zorawar Kalra and Amit Burman, Chairman, LiteBite Foods & Vice-Chairman, Dabur India, Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra promises to deliver the delectable flavours from the erstwhile Royal State of Punjab.

Speaking at the launch, Zorawar Kalra, Founder & C.E.O., Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra,said, "Bangalore was always high on our agenda and we are delighted to have set foot into the Pub-city of India. As far as the culinary scene is concerned, Bengaluru has much to offer. With the launch of Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra, we are adding a novel option for the food lovers in the city, serving authentic cuisine from the Northwest Frontier Province. It's along awaited dream and we are happy to have finally realized the dream and opened our doors for the connoisseurs to experience true Punjabi hospitality."

In attendance at the launch were the who's who of Bengaluru, from the corporate world to fashion and the hospitality industries. To further spice up the party was an outstanding performance by the globally renowned Indian Fusion Rock Band -'Indian Ocean'.

Strategically located in Koramangala, this fine dining restaurant is spread across 9000 sq. ft with a seating capacity for 250 people - a most commendable figure! The plush interior of the restaurant is tastefully designed keeping in mind the comfort and sensibilities of the guests. Adorned aesthetically from end to end, the ambiance of the restaurant is classy and elegant. Adding to the mix is excellent service by the well-trained staff besides food prepared under the guidance of pioneering food historian, author and gastronome, often referred to as the "Czar of Indian Cuisine", the legend himself - Jiggs Kalra.

Jiggs Kalra, Mentor, Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra said "I have had a long standing relationship with the Garden City and am elated to extend our culinary expertise, through my Signature brand, to this wonderfully diverse city. Bengaluru, for me, was an obvious choice for our first venture in the Southern part of the country. It is a thriving cosmopolitan city full of diversity of culture, languages and the arts. The people would be able to appreciate the cuisine we offer, as, like the Punjabi cuisine, the city of Bengaluru is an amalgamation of cultures and traditions."

At the launch, guests were served up a sumptuous smorgasbord of delectable dishes reminiscent of the flavors and tastes of the erstwhile Punjab Province as they marveled and basked in the glory of its regal ambience. The menu included mouth watering dishes that had the guests craving for more. Its grand opening has only reaffirmed its credentials as one of India's most successful restaurant brands that only continues to grow in popularity with each new location it sets shop in. Add exquisite cuisine, aesthetic interiors, ample amenities and outstanding service and you have an unforgettable dining experience that is sure to leave you satiated!

"Gourmet Indian food has always had a huge demand within India, however, has not yet reached its true potential. With Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra, we are endeavoring to offer the finest in Indian food and hospitality to our patrons and help realize this potential. South India has always been on our target for expansion of our brands across the Group and are pleased to have made our foray into the region with one of our most successful and critically acclaimed, multi-award winning brand - Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra. We are certain that Punjab Grill by Jiggs Kalra will satiate the palates of the well travelled connoisseurs of the region, while setting new benchmarks in hospitality. ." said Amit Burman, Chairman,LiteBite Foods Pvt. Ltd.

For further information, please contact:

LiteBite Foods Pvt. Ltd

Zamir Khan

Mobile: 9311520712

Email: zamir.khan@wrapsterfoods.com