Godrej Vikhroli Cucina unveiled the 8th edition of the Godrej Food Trends Report (GFTR) 2025 through a theatrical food performance titled Feast for the Future. Eschewing traditional formats, the immersive event in Mumbai brought the report to life with storytelling and sensory drama, themed around “Seasons”. Backed by inputs from over 190 culinary experts—including chefs, mixologists, nutritionists, and food entrepreneurs—the report underscores seasonality as the defining trend for 2025. A compelling 82% of contributors noted a renewed consumer interest in local, seasonal produce and culturally rooted ingredients, reshaping everything from restaurant menus to home kitchens.
Tanya Dubash, Executive Director & Chief Brand Officer, Godrej Industries, emphasized food’s evolving role in culture and identity. CEOs Abhay Parnerkar (Godrej Foods Limited) and Bhupendra Suri (Creamline Dairy Products Ltd.) highlighted the report’s strategic value in product innovation and dairy’s continued relevance in modern diets.
In Guwahati, this trend is translating into a revival of traditional ingredients like black rice, moringa, and indigenous greens. Chefs and local food businesses are aligning with the seasonal shift, tapping into Assam’s rich culinary heritage to meet growing demand for authenticity.
