CYK Hospitalities Unveils Thamel, Merging Himalayan Essence with Western Style in Gurugram

CYK Hospitalities has announced the launch of Thamel, an all-new Western and Himalayan restaurant located at AIPL Joy Central, Sector 65, Gurugram. The restaurant stands as a testament to CYK’s philosophy of creating beautiful, culturally rooted F&B spaces situated in high-footfall locations where authenticity, aesthetics, operational efficiency, and thoughtful leasing align seamlessly.

A Culinary Bridge Between the Himalayas and the West

Founded by Piyush Agrawal, a passionate entrepreneur with a deep love for Himalayan flavours and Western cuisine, Thamel offers a distinctive culinary experience that brings together the warmth of Himalayan comfort food and the refinement of Continental fare.

CYK Hospitalities partnered closely with Piyush Agrawal across all aspects of the project from concept development and menu design to training, interiors, and brand creation shaping Thamel into a holistic dining brand with a unique identity.

A Founder’s Vision Inspired by Heritage

Reflecting on the restaurant’s origins, Piyush Agrawal, Founder of Thamel, shared: “Thamel is more than a mere dining establishment; it is a mirror of the emotions that are closely related to my origin and passion to offer irresistible. I intend to invite the world to a table where soft and comfortable tastes from the Himalayan cuisine are served with elegance. CYK Hospitalities was deeply involved in the process of making that dream happen, from concept creation to the development of a brand that feels both real and timeless.”

His vision places authenticity, emotion, and culinary storytelling at the heart of the dining experience.

CYK’s Expertise in Crafting Timeless Dining Concepts

Speaking about the collaboration, Pulkit Arora, Director & Culinary Expert, CYK Hospitalities, highlighted the brand’s design philosophy: “Every brand is a narrative that is just waiting to be unveiled. At Thamel, we have put our effort to create a place that is both very close and very high in the eye of the beholder, a place where genuineness meets flexibility. We intended to turn it into a spot that not only preserves the cuisines from the past but also embraces its future.”

This approach underscores CYK’s strength in building restaurant brands that appeal to contemporary sensibilities without losing their cultural essence.

A Reflection of India’s Evolving F&B Culture

Adding further perspective, Simran Jeet Singh, Director, CYK Hospitalities, emphasized the significance of the project within India’s fast-changing F&B landscape: “A project like Thamel demonstrates the changing F&B approach in India, where local identity mingles with global inquisitiveness. Our target was to locate a place with substantial footfalls and a place like AIPL Joy Central in Gurugram was a great option for Thamel.”

This strategic placement aims to attract both connoisseurs of regional cuisine and urban diners seeking fresh gastronomic experiences.