New Delhi, March 2024.
Coca-Cola India is thrilled to announce the launch of Coca-Cola Foodmarks in India, under its “A Recipe for Magic” global campaign. Inspired by culture and created with the Real Magic of Coca‑Cola, ‘Coca-Cola Foodmarks” celebrates global “food landmarks”. These are destinations and experiences with a recipe of three key ingredients: the perfect moment, the perfect meal and an ice-cold Coca-Cola. Coca-Cola is embarking on a journey to cherish the perfect moments, meals, and the refreshing taste of Coca-Cola, which will be soon enjoyed in more Indian cities and neighborhoods.
As its global rollout, the launch eventin India was held at Embassy restaurant, an iconic standout in Connaught Place in Delhi which brought the attendees back to the pivotal time of Hindi Cinema. It was graced by renowned Bollywood personalities, Janhvi Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, who honored the legendary Raj Kapoor. The highlight was the timeless photograph of two icons, Raj Kapoor and bottle of Coke, both in one frame!
The experience recreated Raj Kapoor’s on-set meal moments, inviting people to enter the golden age of Bollywood, the 1950s, through an immersive film set with tech forward interactive moments using A.I. From filmy decor to special photo backdrops, stardom posters to a musical stairway, guests were treated to an interactive Coca-Cola experience. A regal entry by the Kapoor stars in vintage cars added to the overall charm of the evening. Local influencers and dignitaries were also present to experience the magic of Coca-Cola Foodmarks.
The event spotlighted Raj Kapoor’s beloved Dal Makhani paired with ice-cold Coca-Cola, paying homage to his timeless tastes and traditions. This pairing will live on as part of the menu at The Embassy in New Delhi and guests coming to restaurant can try this as an offering.
“We are thrilled to introduce Coca-Cola Foodmarks in India, a country known for its rich culinary heritage and vibrant food culture,” said Kaushik Prasad, Senior Director – Marketing, Coca-Cola INSWA. “Coca-Cola Foodmarks embodies the essence of Coke that is to spread Real Magic of shared moments, cultural nuances and culinary excellence. We are excited to bring this experience offering patrons an opportunity to savor flavors while creating lasting memories.”
As part of the campaign, Coca‑Cola will debut immersive, in-person experiences around the world, showcasing unique experiences, each inspired by an iconic cultural moment. From the time Marilyn Monroe was photographed enjoying a hot dog and a Coca-Cola from a New York City food cart to scenes captured in the Hong Kong film The God of Cookery, Coca-Cola will bring to life the diversity—and unity—of their Recipes for Magic.