Curefoods Partners with Papacream for Pan-India Franchise Expansion, Eyes UAE Market Next

Bengaluru-based food tech company Curefoods has entered into a pan-India franchise partnership with Papacream, the premium experiential ice cream brand known for its unique dessert creations. The collaboration also extends to the UAE, marking an important step in both companies’ international expansion strategies.

Papacream’s Next Growth Phase: From Indian Streets to Global Markets

Papacream, founded with the goal of redefining ice cream for modern India, has built a strong presence in India, the UAE, and Singapore. The brand combines local ingredients, nostalgic flavors, and global dessert-making techniques, offering products that balance indulgence and innovation.

From single-serve cups and family tubs to sugar-free sundaes and kulfis, Papacream caters to diverse consumer tastes. Its signature Papa Sundaes (Cans) — 300ml layered ice cream creations — have become a crowd favorite for their rich textures and convenient format.

Curefoods Strengthens Its Food Portfolio with Papacream

Speaking about the partnership, Ankit Nagori, CEO of Curefoods, said,

“We are thrilled to partner with Papacream, a brand that shares our passion for premium, innovative food experiences. This collaboration allows us to bring Papacream’s world-class ice creams to consumers across India and the UAE.”

Curefoods, known for managing popular brands like EatFit, Nomad Pizza, and CakeZone, continues to strengthen its multi-brand food ecosystem through strategic partnerships and franchising opportunities.

Papacream CEO Tanvi Chowdhri on Expanding Reach

Tanvi Chowdhri, CEO of Papacream, added,

“Partnering with Curefoods opens up a new chapter for Papacream. Our focus has always been on crafting experiential ice creams inspired by local flavors and memories. This collaboration helps us take that experience to a wider audience.”

The rollout will begin in Mumbai and Pune, followed by phased expansion across other Indian cities. The complete range of Papacream products will be available for online delivery via Swiggy and Zomato.

A Step Forward for India’s F&B Franchise Market

With this move, Curefoods reinforces its leadership in India’s fast-growing franchised F&B sector, bridging premium dessert experiences with scalable franchise models. The partnership reflects a growing trend among Indian food brands to expand internationally while staying rooted in local flavor innovation.

FAQs About the Curefoods–Papacream Partnership

1. What is the partnership between Curefoods and Papacream about?
Curefoods has signed a pan-India franchise agreement with Papacream to expand its premium ice cream brand across India and into the UAE.

2. Which cities will see Papacream’s expansion first?
Papacream will initially launch in Mumbai and Pune, with further expansion planned in other Indian cities in the coming months.

3. Will Papacream ice creams be available online?
Yes, Papacream’s full product range will be available for home delivery through Swiggy and Zomato.

4. What makes Papacream unique?
Papacream is known for blending local ingredients with global dessert-making techniques, offering products like the Papa Sundaes (Cans) — a gourmet, layered ice cream experience.

5. What is Curefoods’ role in India’s F&B ecosystem?
Curefoods operates a multi-brand food portfolio, helping Indian brands grow through tech-enabled operations, franchising, and international expansion.