March brings a wave of fresh launches across the lifestyle landscape, from new restaurant menus and culinary concepts to beauty innovations and fashion debuts. As brands step into the season with renewed creativity, the month features exciting product drops, curated experiences, and trend-forward collections that reflect the evolving tastes of modern consumers. Whether it’s a chef unveiling a new menu, a beauty brand introducing or fashion labels launching statement pieces for the season.
Food
Neuma
Neuma introduces a stylish Sunday Brunch in Colaba, transforming late mornings into relaxed gatherings with globally inspired comfort dishes and signature cocktails. Highlights include Avocado & Burrata Toast, Neuma Flatbread Eggs Benedict, French Toast with smoked honey glaze, Truffle Baked Brie, and brunch classics paired with cocktails like Aperol Spritz and White Lily.
Location: Neuma, 4 Mandlik Road, Apollo Bunder, Colaba, Mumbai – 400001
Hours: 12:30 PM – 1:30 AM, Monday – Sunday
Contact: 7031483333 | 7031493333
Bastian Beach Club
Bastian launches Mumbai’s first true beach club experience at Juhu’s Sun-n-Sand, bringing global coastal culture to the city. Conceptualised by Ranjit Bindra, Kunal Jani and Shilpa Shetty, the all-day destination blends beachside dining, wellness, sundowners, and vibrant nightlife. Inspired by Ibiza and Mykonos, it offers a seamless day-to-night experience with signature Bastian and Inka favourites curated by Chef Kinyo.
Location: Bastian Beach Club, 39, Sun-n-Sand Juhu Beach, Juhu, Mumbai – 400049
THERAPY Cafe & Bar
THERAPY Cafe & Bar expands its Mumbai presence with a fourth outlet in Dadar at Kohinoor Square, following successful locations in Khar, Versova and Borivali. The space transforms from a co-working-friendly café by day to a vibrant bar by night, featuring arcade games, karaoke, DJ nights and sports screenings. The menu includes crowd favourites like Peri Peri Chicken Tenders, Mezze Platter and Boneless Gochujang Wings, along with Dadar exclusives like Vada Pav Slider and Misal Thali.
Location: THERAPY Cafe & Bar, Kohinoor Square, Dadar, Mumbai
Smoke House Café
Smoke House Café opens its newest outlet at Sky City Mall, Borivali, bringing its globally inspired café experience to the western suburbs. Guided by the philosophy “From The World, To You,” the menu draws from international flavours with comfort-driven dishes like Signature Guacamole, Crispy Chilli Cheese, SHC Avocado Toast, Ricotta & Greens Double Stuffed Ravioli, and Creamed Spinach, Feta, Tomato & Olive Pizza. The space is designed as a neighbourhood café for easy lunches, family meals, and relaxed catch-ups, complemented by thoughtful zero-proof drinks like Cranberry Cold Brew and Lychee & Hibiscus Brew.
Location: Smoke House Café, Ground Floor, Sky City Mall, G.38, Dattapada Rd, Magathane, Borivali East, Mumbai – 400066
Hours: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Piccolino Italian Taproom
Piccolino Italian Taproom brings a refined vegetarian Italian dining experience to Navi Mumbai, blending handcrafted classics with a lively taproom culture. The menu features freshly made pasta, 24-hour fermented pizzas, and house-made breads, with highlights like Pesto Burrata Pizza, Stuffed Ravioli with Pesto Calabrese, Spinach & Corn Croconte, and Classic Tiramisu. The beverage programme includes craft beers, meads, ciders, wines, and elevated zero-proof cocktails, making it a vibrant all-day destination for dining and socialising.
Location: Piccolino Italian Taproom, 6th Floor, Le Meridien, Plot No. D-33, Navi Mumbai – 400705
Pincode Bungalow
Chef Kunal Kapur brings his UAE-born Pincode concept to India with Pincode Bungalow in Vagator, Goa, set within a beautifully restored Portuguese residence. The all-day destination features Indiroom for regional breakfasts and specialty coffee, the Glasshouse for shareable Indian plates, and Baar-Bar for vinyl-led evenings with nostalgic cocktails and chakhna-style bites, creating a seamless day-to-night dining experience.
Location: No. 1571, Vagator Beach Rd, Anjuna, Vagator, Goa – 403509
Average Price: 1,800 for two
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pincode.bungalow/
PUBLIC – Beer Hall & Snack Bar
Auriga Hospitality, the team behind Bonobo, launches PUBLIC Beer Hall & Snack Bar in Versova, a no-reservations neighbourhood hangout inspired by old-school Indian beer halls and Irani cafés. The bar focuses on cold beers, straight spirits, and regional Indian bar snacks, with Chef Sohini Bhattacharya’s menu featuring hyper-regional dishes designed to pair perfectly with long drinking sessions in a relaxed, democratic setting.
Location: 7A & 7B, JP Rd, Aram Nagar Part 2, Machlimar, Versova, Andheri West, Mumbai – 400061
Launch: 9 February 2026 onwards
Time: 6 PM onwards
Price: 2,000–3,000 for two
MIRAI
MIRAI opens in Bandra, bringing together the elegance of Japanese cuisine and the bold flavours of Korean dining in an immersive setting. Founded by Saamir Chandnani and Rinchen Angchuk, the restaurant features a 10-seater live Teppanyaki counter, an intimate Omakase sushi bar, Korean BBQ and hotpot experiences, and a dedicated ramen menu, blending culinary theatre with authentic flavours in a refined space.
Location: MIRAI, Bandra, Mumbai
Seoul Dak
Korean QSR brand Seoul Dak expands its Mumbai footprint with a new outlet in Oshiwara, Andheri, bringing Seoul-style street food and its cult-favourite Korean Fried Chicken to the neighbourhood. Known for its double-fried crispy chicken with sauces like K-BBQ, Ganjang (soy garlic), Sweet & Spicy, and Volcano, the menu also features tteokbokki, K-ramen, and cheese corn dogs, staying true to authentic Korean flavours.
Location: Seoul Dak, Oshiwara, Andheri, Mumbai
Timings: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Cost for Two: 1,000/-
Paro – Modern Indian Bar
Set within an 80-year-old colonial building on Jaipur’s MI Road, Paro redefines the city’s nightlife with its concept of a Modern Indian Bar. The venue blends heritage architecture with contemporary lounge energy, offering Indian-inspired cocktails like Ratnagiri Rhapsody and Garam Masala, alongside inventive dishes such as Dal Bati Bites, Bedmi Poori Nachos, and Dosa Onion Rings in a vibrant rooftop setting.
Location: Paro – Modern Indian Bar, 1st & 2nd Floor, Jaipuria Mansion, Panch Batti, MI Road, Jaipur
Hours: 12:00 PM – 11:59 PM
Fashion & Beauty
Acqua di Parma – Colonia Il Profumo Millesimato
Acqua di Parma celebrates 110 years of Italian fragrance heritage with the launch of Colonia Il Profumo Millesimato, a limited-edition reinterpretation of its iconic Colonia. Created by perfumer Alexis Dadier, the fragrance highlights the rare 2024 Ylang-Ylang harvest from Nosy Be, Madagascar, blended with Italian bergamot, blood orange, grapefruit, rosemary, patchouli, and vetiver for a luminous citrus-aromatic composition.
Nat Habit – Fresh Navdha Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Nat Habit introduces the Fresh Navdha Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, a clinically tested formulation designed to eliminate 99.9% of dandruff-causing fungus. Powered by Advanced FlakeZero™ Technology with 5% Beracyl™, the plant-based formula targets fungal overgrowth, excess sebum, and scalp inflammation. Enriched with Neem actives, Green Tea EGCG, Bhringraj extracts, and Lactic Acid, it helps restore scalp balance while remaining sulfate and silicone-free.
Attrangi – Metallic Dust Collection
Attrangi introduces the Statement Metallic Dust Collection, a bold jewellery line celebrating the resurgence of metallic tones, especially gold, in modern fashion. Featuring sculptural earcuffs, statement rings, and elegant drop earrings, the collection blends fluid forms with refined finishes, designed for women who embrace confidence, individuality, and contemporary style.
Foxtale – Cool Shade Lightweight Aqua-Gel Sunscreen
Foxtale launches the Cool Shade Lightweight Aqua-Gel Sunscreen, designed specifically for oily skin and humid climates. Powered by Aqua Release™ Technology, the formula releases cooling hydration on contact while delivering 8-hour photostable UV protection with new-generation UVA/UVB filters. Enriched with Niacinamide and Cica Extracts, it helps control excess oil, soothe irritation, and leave a balanced matte glow.
Fossil – Big Tic Collection
Fossil revives its iconic Y2K-era Big Tic watches in India, blending analog craftsmanship with animated digital seconds for a nostalgic yet modern statement. The relaunch features Big Tic Machine and Big Tic Y2K styles, combining bold industrial design with retro ana-digi tech, celebrating individuality and the expressive spirit of the late ’90s and early 2000s.
