From Neverfull totes to naan, LVMH expands its appetite for luxury

Luxury is no longer confined to handbags and haute couture—it’s now being served with a side of naan. Yes, you heard it right. In a fresh power move, L Catterton, the private equity firm backed by luxury conglomerate LVMH, has acquired a minority stake in the cult-favourite Indian restaurant chain, Dishoom. The investment reportedly values the brand at £300 million (approx. ₹3,000 crore), marking a significant moment where luxury capital meets the power of deeply nostalgic food storytelling.

Known for its evocative interiors, long waitlists, and unapologetically Bombay menu, Dishoom has built an empire on emotion as much as flavour. The scent of just-pulled rotis and the comfort of cutting chai served in clinking metal saucers transport diners straight to Colaba’s Irani cafés, no matter whether they’re in London or Edinburgh. From slow-cooked black daal to smoky bacon naan rolls, Dishoom has found its niche by offering food with a feeling—one that’s warm, familiar, and globally desirable.

The brand’s founders, who have retained leadership, have diluted their holdings for the first time through this strategic partnership. With the capital infusion from L Catterton, Dishoom is set to accelerate its global ambitions. A U.S. launch is already in the pipeline for 2025, with further expansion likely across international markets hungry for curated, culturally rich dining experiences.

For LVMH, which has traditionally focused on fashion, beauty, wine, and spirits, this signals an evolution in its investment appetite—leaning into lifestyle, experience, and hospitality with an Indian soul. It also reflects the growing global demand for elevated yet approachable South Asian dining, driven by diaspora nostalgia and the worldwide popularity of Indian cuisine.

As the lines between luxury and lifestyle continue to blur, Dishoom's next chapter may very well redefine how we consume culture—not just on runways or red carpets, but across dinner tables and bustling brunch scenes around the world. This partnership also reinforces the idea that food is no longer peripheral to luxury—it is luxury, especially when served with a narrative as rich as its masala.

With Dishoom’s Bombay-inspired charm meeting LVMH’s global muscle, the collaboration sets the stage for a new kind of indulgence, where a perfectly spiced biryani can hold as much cultural cachet as a monogrammed bag.

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