House of Candy Opens New Outlet at JW Marriott Pune
Confectionery retailer House of Candy has opened a new outlet at JW Marriott Pune, extending a network that has grown to over 300 outlets across more than 60 Indian cities since its 2014 debut as a single kiosk in New Delhi.
New Pune Address
House of Candy has announced the opening of a new outlet at JW Marriott in Pune, marking another milestone in the brand’s rapid retail expansion. The launch follows recent openings in Mumbai and Bhubaneswar.
From One Kiosk to 300+ Outlets
Founded in 2014 by Sameer Bhatia and Kanu Sharma from a single kiosk at DLF Place Mall in Saket, New Delhi, House of Candy has grown into one of India’s leading confectionery retailers with over 300 outlets across 60-plus cities.
The brand offers more than 200 premium candy varieties sourced from over 10 countries, built around its signature “Pick ’n’ Mix” platform that lets customers custom-curate their selections.
| Milestone | Detail |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2014, New Delhi |
| Founders | Sameer Bhatia and Kanu Sharma |
| Network | 300+ outlets, 60+ cities |
| Latest opening | JW Marriott, Pune |
| Models | Kiosks, Shop-in-Shop, retail tie-ups |
Multi-Channel Growth
Beyond standalone outlets, the brand operates a Shop-in-Shop model with strategic retail tie-ups including Hamleys, and sells through its website plus e-commerce and quick-commerce channels such as Amazon, Flipkart and BigBasket.
Source: Indian Retailer Franchise TV
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