Indians love their hot cuppa coffee, and we have seen evidence of this through the growing demand for good quality coffee over the years. Crowds flock to popular coffee joints across the country and people stand in line to sip their favorite brew. It is only a matter of time before Tim Hortons, Canada’s iconic coffee brand, launches its India version for coffee-lovers across the country. On 11 August 2022, the brand opened its doors in Delhi-NCR with two outlets – one in Select Citywalk, Saket and DLF Cyberhub, Gurgaon.
Tim Hortons currently has over 5,300 restaurants in 13 countries including the Middle East, China, UK, Mexico, Spain, Thailand and the Philippines. This is their first time in India with two new outlets in Delhi-NCR. The warm, cozy interiors and welcoming atmosphere are in line with Canada’s original Tim Hortons Outlet. Customers can choose from their extensive menu along with coveted coffee, delicious food and other wonderful drinks and delights. Creamy and rich French Vanilla, Iced Cap – a mixed frozen coffee drink, as well as ready-to-order meals and baked goods including delicious bite-sized morsels of traditional donuts called timbits.
Naveen Gurnaney, CEO of Tim Hortons Franchise in India, said, “In March 2022, we announced our intention to open hundreds of stores in India over the next ten years. Today’s news is the first step in that exciting commitment. Tim Hortons is not just A popular coffee chain, this is an experience. We are starting with Delhi NCR and will be opening outlets in the state of Punjab in the coming months. I would like to thank our employees and partners for their trust and dedication.”
“We are very excited to bring Tim Hortons to India.” Thiago Santelmo, chairman of RBI EMEA, the parent company of Tim Hortons, said. “With a coffee heritage of over 55 years, Tim Hortons has captured the hearts and taste buds of Canadians, and we are confident that our guests in India will love our premium quality coffee and food. Doing reflects our continued commitment to serving more guests around the world.”
His Highness Cameron McKay, Canada’s High Commissioner to India, said: “Millions of Canadians have been enjoying Tim Hortons for decades – now is the time to share with India! Tim Hortons’ long-awaited launch A sign of the relationship, and between Canadians and Indians. Indians can now enjoy the taste that is an essential part of growing up in Canada, and we are incredibly proud to support their arrival.”