Move over, vanilla: Haldiram’s brings bold, global ice cream flavours to Leicester Square

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Haldiram's has introduced a new range of six Indian-inspired ice cream flavours at its Leicester Square restaurant in London. The flavours, such as Royal Rose Falooda and Masala Chai, are designed to offer UK consumers a taste of Indian desserts and drinks not typically found in local ice cream offerings. This launch aims to showcase a different aspect of Indian food culture and cater to the growing interest in South Asian flavours.

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Haldiram’s latest menu addition in Leicester Square comes as London’s food scene continues to diversify, with international brands introducing regional specialities to a broader audience. The move to offer ice creams based on Indian desserts and drinks is positioned to appeal to both Londoners seeking new culinary experiences and the city’s sizeable South Asian community.

While the launch is a local initiative, it highlights how established brands are using flagship locations to test new concepts and gauge consumer appetite for less familiar flavours. For Haldiram’s, this approach may serve to strengthen brand identity among existing fans while attracting new customers drawn by the promise of something distinct from standard ice cream offerings.

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Press Release

LONDON, UK - August 10, 2026

As consumers seek out new flavour experiences, Haldiram’s has launched a range of six exclusive ice creams at its flagship Leicester Square restaurant.

Available now, the collection draws inspiration from some of India’s best-loved desserts, drinks and flavour combinations, reimagined for the London market.

Six flavours

Created exclusively for the restaurant, the range includes:

  • Royal Rose Falooda
  • Jamun Kala Khatta
  • Choco Mocha
  • Milk Cake Crumble
  • Saffron & Mango
  • Masala Chai

Priced at £4.50 per scoop, the range has been designed to introduce consumers to a different side of Indian food culture through flavours rarely found on traditional UK ice cream menus.

Inspired by India’s favourite desserts and drinks

Some of the strongest performers so far include Jamun Kala Khatta, a vegan sorbet inspired by the nostalgic Indian kala khatta flavour and Masala Chai, which transforms one of India’s most iconic beverages into an indulgent frozen dessert.

Many of the flavours take inspiration from traditional Indian sweets and drinks. Milk Cake Crumble features pieces of real milk cake folded through the ice cream, while Royal Rose Falooda is inspired by the classic rose-flavoured dessert drink. Saffron & Mango combines Alphonso mango with saffron, while Masala Chai brings the distinctive blend of tea and spices into a new format.

The range has been developed exclusively for Haldiram’s Leicester Square restaurant, bringing a fresh take on some of India’s best-loved desserts and drinks to the heart of London.

Rhea Agarwal, Commercial Director, UK & EU at Haldiram’s, said: ‘Since opening in Leicester Square, we’ve seen growing interest in South Asian desserts and flavours. These ice creams are inspired by some of India’s most-loved drinks and sweet treats, offering customers the chance to discover something a little different while staying true to the flavours we know and love.’

The ice cream range is available now at Haldiram’s Leicester Square, 19-20 Irving Street, London WC2H 7AU, priced at £4.50 per scoop.

For more information, visit www.myhaldirams.uk

Notes to editors

Notes to Editors: Global website: www.haldiram.com/ UK website: www.haldiramuk.com/ UK restaurant: www.myhaldirams.uk/ UK LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/haldiram-snacks-pvt-ltd UK Instagram: www.instagram.com/haldiramsuk/ UK Facebook: www.facebook.com/HaldiramsUK/ UK YouTube: www.youtube.com/@haldiramsnacks Haldiram’s key facts:
  • Parent Company: Haldiram’s Group (Global turnover: £1.5 billion)
  • UK Entity: Haldiram Overseas Ltd
  • Employees: Over 15,000 worldwide
  • Manufacturing: 15 facilities in India, 10,000 sq. ft. facility in the UK
Haldiram’s legacy Founded in 1937 and still owned by India’s Agarwal family, Haldiram’s is accelerating its UK growth strategy. Led by Haldiram Overseas Ltd from their West London facility, the brand brings authentic Indian flavours to UK consumers. With decades of legacy, Haldiram’s boasts over 500 products, including traditional sweets, namkeen, ready-to-eat meals, frozen foods and instant mixes, distributed across 80+ countries. Restaurant Haldiram’s first UK restaurant is open in London at 19-20 Irving Street, Leicester Square, WC2H 7AU, offering full-service dining, street food and a retail sweet counter. Ree Khan | Rose Media Group | Tel: 01444 241341 | [email protected] Aneela Rose | Rose Media Group |07960 190158 | [email protected] Sales enquiries For more information or to place an order, please visit www.haldiramuk.com, call 020 8574 8021 or email [email protected].

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