Zarqash

Introducing a Michelin-starred chef's India debut with the attention it deserved.

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Zarqash

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Food & Beverage

Michelin-starred chef Rohit Ghai at Zarqash, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond

Zarqash marked Michelin-starred Chef Rohit Ghai’s long-awaited return to India, set within The Ritz-Carlton, Bengaluru, a space where expectations are already high.

The challenge wasn’t just to introduce a new restaurant, but to match the weight of the name behind it. We approached this as a moment that needed to unfold with intent.

The strategy was built around a three-day, tiered experience designed to build intrigue and depth. It began with an intimate GM’s Table for a select group of HNIs and socialites, offering a first look into Chef Ghai’s philosophy. The second evening shifted focus to media, with a curated table for leading editors across lifestyle and F&B.

Chef serving guests at a Zarqash restaurant event, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond
Chef posing with a guest at a Zarqash restaurant event, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond

The objective was to position Zarqash as more than a dining space, establishing it as a benchmark for progressive Indian cuisine in the city.

Guests posing in front of Zarqash event signage, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond
Zarqash restaurant entrance with floral decoration, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond
Zarqash: chef plating a dish in a restaurant kitchen, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond

This allowed the story to be told with nuance, anchoring the brand in credibility and strong editorial presence.

The final day brought scale and energy. The main launch transformed the space into an immersive environment - combining live handpan music, a bespoke perfume bar, Indian-inspired décor, and curated experiences that extended beyond the plate. Every detail was designed to feel intentional, layered, and memorable. The result was immediate visibility with lasting recall. The launch generated strong traction across both social and editorial platforms, with nearly 150 organic social mentions and over 25 prominent media features. More importantly, it built authority.

Zarqash restaurant entrance with floral decoration, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond
  • Zarqash: social story showing a plated restaurant dish, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond
  • Social story showing a Zarqash menu, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond
  • Zarqash: social story showing a plated restaurant dish, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond
  • Social story showing a Zarqash menu, launch strategy and public relations by Bold & Beyond

Zarqash didn’t enter quietly, it established itself early as a serious contender in Bengaluru’s luxury dining space.