Setting Sibling Goals, These 8 Duos Are Serving Up Success In The F&B Scene

The world of F&B has always been a dynamic space where innovation, tradition, and passion converge. But when siblings join forces to make their mark, the results are often nothing short of extraordinary. Across India, several sibling duos are setting sibling goals and reshaping the F&B industry. From pioneering new dining concepts to breathing new life into century-old legacies, these sibling teams are truly serving up success in their own unique ways. Here’s a closer look at some of the amazing sibling duos who are creating waves in the F&B scene.

Sibling Teams Making Waves In The F&B Industry

1. Nikita And Ankita Poojari: Co-Founders Of Butterfly High & The Bigg Small Cafe + Bar

Nikita and Ankita Poojari are the dynamic sisters reinventing Mumbai’s casual dining and nightlife scene. Carrying forward the legacy of their father, the legendary restaurateur Narayan T. Poojari (the man behind Shiv Sagar), the Poojari sisters are carving out their own path with Butterfly High and The Bigg Small Café + Bar. What started with Nikita shadowing her father across kitchens and boardrooms soon evolved into a bold mission: to blend familiar Indian flavours with globally inspired comfort food. Ankita joined in to co-pilot the journey, and together they’ve turned Butterfly High into a neighbourhood hotspot. Nikita and Ankita are proof that legacy doesn’t have to mean repetition.

2. Ankita And Adith Fernandes: Co-Founders Of Fresh Catch

 

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When Francis Fernandes, the beloved founder of Mumbai’s Fresh Catch, passed away in 2020, his children, Ankita and Adith, stepped up to the plate—literally and figuratively. Combining Ankita’s professional culinary training with Adith’s creative advertising chops, the Fernandes siblings brought a fresh wave of energy to the seafood-centric institution. Even today, every dish carries a piece of their father’s memory, retaining the flavours that made Fresh Catch a household name.

3. Radhika And Rakshay Dhariwal: Co-founders Of Pistola & Pass Code Hospitality

If there’s a brother-sister duo that defines versatility and vision in the F&B industry, it’s Radhika and Rakshay Dhariwal. Together, they’ve built an empire rooted in passion, from launching India’s first speakeasy-style cocktail bar, PCO, to developing award-winning concepts like Jamun and Ping’s. And now, they’ve taken things a spirited step further with Pistola, Asia’s first aged 100% agave spirit. While Rakshay has helmed operations and pushed boundaries, Radhika is the quiet force behind the brand-building, storytelling, and strategic finesse that defines Pass Code Hospitality and Pistola.

4. Hemamalini, Arvind & Vikram Maiya: The Custodians Of MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)

The Maiya family has played an instrumental role in shaping the culinary history of Bangalore through their iconic brand, Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR). The current custodians of this legacy are Hemamalini Maiya, along with her brothers Vikram and Arvind Maiya. Under Hemamalini’s leadership, MTR has thrived, becoming a revered institution in the city. MTR is credited with the invention of the rava idli and the introduction of the legendary Chandrahara sweet. Hemamalini’s leadership marks a significant milestone, as she became the first woman to take charge of MTR, continuing its legacy of excellence.

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5. Ryan And Keenan Tham: Founders Of Pebble Street Hospitality

Ryan and Keenan Tham have long been synonymous with Mumbai’s vibrant F&B scene, following in the footsteps of their father and grandfather, who pioneered some of the city’s most iconic hospitality venues. Their first major venture as entrepreneurs began with the launch of Trilogy, a nightclub that quickly became a hotspot in Mumbai’s nightlife. In 2014, they launched Pebble Street Hospitality, a dynamic group that has gone on to redefine the resto-bar scene in Mumbai. The duo’s flagship ventures like The Good Wife, KOKO, and Foo have been instrumental in shaping the city’s trendy dining landscape. Ryan, with his sharp entrepreneurial instincts and global outlook, leads as the Chairman and Co-Founder of Pebble Street Hospitality. Keenan, the Managing Director and Co-Founder, is the creative force behind many of their innovative concepts.

6. Suraj And Sanskriti Gupta: Founders Of Fiori, Lonavala’s Iconic Glasshouse Restaurant

If you’ve ever driven through the misty hills of Lonavala and stumbled upon a serene glasshouse that feels like it grew right out of nature, chances are you’ve entered Fiori, the brainchild of Suraj and Sanskriti Gupta. Suraj, an economics graduate from Ashoka University, turned his passion for travel and human connection into a hospitality philosophy. Sanskriti, an architect by training from Sheffield University, is the artist behind the space’s stunning glasshouse design. The siblings didn’t just create a restaurant—they created a feeling.

7. Ramya And Shweta Ravi: Founders Of RNR Biryani

 

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In the vast galaxy of Indian biryanis, Donne Biryani often goes unsung. But thanks to Bengaluru sisters Ramya and Shweta Ravi, this fragrant, green-hued Karnataka treasure now has a spotlight of its own. What began as a tribute to their grandmother’s unforgettable recipe turned into a phenomenon—RNR Biryani. Inspired by their family’s long-standing roots in the hospitality world, the Ravi sisters poured their heart and heritage into a cloud kitchen in 2020 with just ₹5 lakh, one cook, and a big dream. Fast forward, and RNR Biryani is now a household name in Bengaluru.

8. Shreya And Shorya Nayyar: Co-founders Of The Bagh And Tepah

Amritsar has long been known for its rich culinary traditions, but siblings Shreya and Shorya Nayyar are giving it a stylish new identity. With their ventures, The Bagh and Tepah, this duo is bridging the past and the future, local nostalgia and global chic. While Shreya brings her sharp business sense and structured approach (thanks to her background in engineering and entrepreneurship), Shorya infuses creativity and finesse gained from formal hospitality training and international exposure. Their contrasting strengths and shared vision make them unstoppable. Together, they’re curating experiences that evolve with time, mood, and memory.

These sibling pairs in the F&B industry show us that when passion runs in the family and business meets emotion, the results are absolutely unforgettable.

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