India, June 8 -- As half the year rolls by, it's clear that India's food scene is no longer about eating out - it's about tasting in style, says ABHI SINGHAL

As we will cross the halfway mark of 2025 with the end of June, the nation's dining landscape has undergone a dynamic transformation and people are sought to choose from more options that offer good food. The change has been aided by a maturing palate, rising culinary curiosity and a growing desire for meaningful food experiences, restaurants across the country are reimagining how Indians eat out. From the rise of small plates to the sophistication of degustation menus, the first five months of the year have served a buffet of trends worth savouring.

What's emerging is a culture of...