MUMBAI: Move over mass-market momos, there’s a new monk in town. Happy Monk, a new disruptor in the frozen food space, is shaking up Indian freezers with its first-of-its-kind line of premium, chef-crafted, preservative-free dim sums.
Launched by f&b veterans Varun Kapoor (ex-ITC, HUL) and Deepthi Nair (ex-Bisleri, MTR, Capital Foods), the brand rolls out with over 20 hand-folded varieties, featuring edgy flavour bombs like Edamame Truffle, Smoked Chicken & Cheddar, and Sriracha Chicken. Priced between Rs 395–485 for a pack of 10 dumplings and a hit of chilli oil, the line-up promises restaurant-quality indulgence—straight from your freezer, minus the guilt.
“We’ve seen the food industry evolve, but the frozen food category in India has remained largely unchanged. We saw an opportunity to introduce something more premium, more exciting, and more in line with what the consumer wants,” says Kapoor. “Our goal was simple: to bring high-quality dim sums to every home without sacrificing flavour, convenience, or authenticity. What started as a small experiment quickly grew into something bigger because we saw the demand for truly exceptional frozen food.”
“Happy Monk is more than just a food brand, it’s a lifestyle experience that can be made easily accessible for the quality-conscious audience”, adds Nair. “There’s a new wave of consumers who are redefining comfort food. They want food that feels familiar but tastes elevated. That’s the sweet spot we occupy by providing gourmet food that’s deeply satisfying, yet incredibly convenient.”
Currently available on www.thehappymonk.co.in, the brand offers same-day delivery in Mumbai (for orders before 3 pm) and has plans to expand to other metro and tier-1 cities.
With punchy packaging, playful branding, and full-on flavour, Happy Monk isn’t just joining the frozen food category, it’s building one. Say hello to dumplings with a little more bite.
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