Disrupting the concept of freezer-to-table food in India, Happy Monk officially launches the country’s first premium packaged frozen dim sum brand, crafted for the modern, flavour-forward consumer. With over 20 varieties of handcrafted dumplings with unique flavours like Edamame Truffle, Smoked Chicken and Cheddar Cheese, Sriracha Chicken and more, the brand is setting a new benchmark for gourmet experience in home dining.
Happy Monk aims to stand as a game-changer, reimagining the frozen aisle with a refined approach to taste, texture, and authenticity. Each dumpling is expertly crafted, freshly frozen, and made with clean, preservative-free ingredients to offer a guilt-free experience and deliver restaurant style excellence in just minutes without sacrificing time or quality.
The brand is founded by seasoned marketers Varun Kapoor (ex-ITC, HUL) and Deepthi Nair (ex-Bisleri, MTR, Capital Foods, Allana) with a shared passion and a drive to bring something truly special to India’s food scene. With decades of experience in building iconic FMCG brands under the F&B sector, their journey was driven by a personal mission to create a product that met the evolving demands of the modern consumer.
At the heart of Happy Monk is its karigars, the skilled artisans/chefs who are the main force behind the tasty dumpling. They are the key towards balancing flavours and textures to perfection. These craftsmen are more than just cooks; they are the guardians of authenticity, ensuring each creation carries the warmth, heritage, and emotional depth that set Happy Monk apart.
“We’ve seen the food industry evolve, but the frozen food category in India has remained largely unchanged. We saw an opportunity to introduce something more premium, more exciting, and more in line with what the consumer wants,” says Varun Kapoor, Co-founder of Happy Monk. “Our goal was simple: to bring high-quality dim sums to every home without sacrificing flavour, convenience, or authenticity. What started as a small experiment quickly grew into something bigger because we saw the demand for truly exceptional frozen food.”
“Happy Monk is more than just a food brand, it’s a lifestyle experience that can be made easily accessible for the quality-conscious audience”, adds Deepthi Nair, Co-founder. “There’s a new wave of consumers who are redefining comfort food. They want food that feels familiar but tastes elevated. That’s the sweet spot we occupy by providing gourmet food that’s deeply satisfying, yet incredibly convenient.”
The Happy Monk journey began with a simple yet ambitious vision: to bring chef-style, restaurant-quality dim sum to the modern, busy consumer’s table without the need to dine out. Priced between ₹395 to ₹485, each pack contains 10 pieces of dumplings, accompanied by a portion of flavorful chilli oil, and is designed for easy at-home steaming. The products are flash frozen to preserve freshness and ensure a long shelf life, allowing for a gourmet experience straight from your freezer. This method also maintains the highest quality without using preservatives. The brand’s visual identity, product packaging, and online experience reflect its philosophy: modern, mindful, and full of soul.
Happy Monk isn’t just entering a category – it’s building one. A first-of-its-kind brand built for a new kind of India: where quality is non-negotiable, convenience is a given, and flavour is everything.
Happy Monk is available exclusively on its official website, www.thehappymonk.co.in. Customers in Mumbai can enjoy same-day delivery on orders placed before 3 pm. Plans are also underway to extend delivery services to major metros and tier-1 cities across India in the coming months.
