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Manifest Hospitality

Manifest Hospitality is a hospitality venture that is focused on creating unique gastronomy and mixology experiences, designed to transport guests to another world. Think of a relaxing vacation in the heart of Tuscany or a getaway in the magic of Mexico City, and Manifest Hospitality ventures will take you there. 

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Headquartered in Kolkata, the company was founded by Saket Agarwal and Nivedita Agarwal in 2022, inspired by their global travels. The two noticed that India lacked authentic dining experiences, as everything seemed to have a desi twist. They were motivated by the truly exquisite European format of dining, and saw that gap in India, especially Kolkata. Their goal – to bring genuine global cuisine to India. 

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Though India’s cocktail culture is on the rise, Delhi, Mumbai, and Goa are often viewed as the heart of the movement. Kolkata is playing a significant role in India’s cocktail revolution. The city is a hub for innovative cocktails, with strong bar programs and mixology skills pushing up standards. Manifest Hospitality is at the forefront of that movement – with experimentation, leveraging indigenous ingredients, technique forward and zero waste bar programs. In line with their goal of bringing genuine experiential dining to India, Manifest Hospitality is transforming traditional dining experiences 

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Beverage Program

Manifest Hospitality’s beverage program is headed by Manoj Singh Rawat.  

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Known for his creative flair and penchant for staying ahead of the curve, Manoj specialises in cocktail pairings and enjoys pushing boundaries by experimenting with unique ingredients like cheese, chanterelle mushrooms and bee pollen. His style is a fusion of innovation, creativity, and an experienced approach to craft. 

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Drawing inspiration from his roots in Uttarakhand, Manoj infuses regional and cultural influences into his creations. This connection to his hometown infuses his mixology with a deep respect for the freshness and seasonality of ingredients. 

Signature Cocktails

  • Sorano – El Diablo, Mind of a Coconut, Paramour, and Shadow of Manhattan 

  • Mehico – Dona Perfecta, The Capitol, Chichen Itza, and Centro Paradiso 

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Case Study

We began working with 30BestBarsIndia when the platform was in its third year, though it lacked widespread recognition. Our primary goal was to ensure that every story and conversation about the top bars featured their 30BestBarsIndia ranking. Over the past three years, the platform has grown to a celebration of the rising standards of Indian bars and beverages – both nationally and internationally. 

Approach

Our strategy focused on positioning 30BestBarsIndia as the most prestigious bar ranking platform while building recognition and advocacy for Vikram Achanta as a leading expert in the bar and beverage industry. This was achieved through a communications plan that hinged on the following:

Industry Insights and Thought Leadership:

  • Hosted annual knowledge-sharing sessions covering key trends in India's bar landscape—sustainability, bar takeovers, ice programs, glassware innovations, and more.  

  • Supplemented these with insight notes and expert quotes, positioning Vikram Achanta as an authoritative voice in the industry. 

Experiential and On-Ground Engagement:

  • Organized bar crawls in key cities, engaging journalists and alco-bev advocates beyond conversations—immersing them in India’s best bar experiences. 

  • Hosted media at the finale weekend, featuring an exclusive bar crawl in the host city, culminating in the awards night. 

Regional Amplification:
 

  • Highlighted city-wise rankings and trends through tailored media outreach, ensuring local relevance and engagement. 

Awards-Specific Amplification:
 

  • ​Created focused communication around the lists (Top 100, Top 50, and Top 30) as well as new categories, driving visibility across trade and lifestyle media. 

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