KFC, Pizza Hut in Kathmandu

THEY ARE here. the two giants of multinational fast food sector that had created quite a buzz in the town with the news of their opening in Nepal finally opened shop on November 22.

After much speculation, the outlets of first ever multinational eatery in Nepal -- Kentucky Fired Chicken (KFC) and Pizza Hut was inaugurated by Randy Berry, Charge d'Affaires of US Embassy.

These two renowned brands have been brought to Nepal by Devyani International, a subsidiary of RJ Corp, which is the largest franchisee for YUM! brands, the parent company of Pizza Hut and KFC. RJ Corp is also the biggest bottler of Pepsi brand in India and Nepal.

The financial partner of Devyani International in this venture is NMB Bank Limited.

"We are sure that the fingerlicking good KFC, mouth-watering pizzas of Pizza Hut and yummy ice-creams of Cream Bell will bring cheer to children, adults and the whole family. Also the vibrant and exciting in-store experience is something everyone will certainly enjoy," said Chairman of RJ Corp, Ravi Kant Jaipuria at a press meet held before the soft launch of the outlets. "Consumers in Nepal are ready for an international eating out experience," he said referring to their choice of venturing into Nepal.

According to Jaipuria, both the outlets have a 100 per cent Nepali staff, who have been completely trained by experts. Pointing out the employment opportunities that these two outlets have offered he added, "Each outlet has around 100 staff members, so this venture is also creating employment for the local people. All the staff from the managerial level to others consists of local people."

It was also made clear at the event that this is just the beginning for the company as they plan to open more outlets. However, they will be focusing in Kathmandu only for at least one year.

A benchmark in `quick-service restaurant', KFC has been delighting customers all over the world with their original recipe of fried chicken and signature dishes like Zinger Burger for more than five decades.

Pizza Hut has won hearts of many foodies with their All American Pan Pizza, salads, soups and desserts in around 91 countries.

Both the outlets located at Annapurna Arcade in Durbar Marg have been overflowing with customers from the day it opened for the general people on November 25.