The inspiring journey of Theobroma: From Rs 1 crore to Rs 121 crore business

Apr 30, 2024 Anita Santosh

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A trained pastry chef with a passion for her craft, Kainaz faced a challenging period of bedrest following a freak accident.

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Undeterred by this setback, Kainaz, along with her sister Tina Messman Wykes, embarked on a remarkable journey that would lead to the creation of Theobroma in 2004.

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In the fiscal year 2021, Theobroma reported an impressive revenue of Rs 121 crore and aims to double it in the current year.

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[{"selector":"#anim-432466ea-fb6b-41bf-aae1-1e7902356c4c [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-12.499999772451451%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Reflecting on the challenges of running a food business, Kainaz acknowledged the complexities involved, including the need to relinquish control as a professional team takes charge. Learn more