The restaurant industry, one of the worst-hit by the pandemic and lockdown, is slowly trying to get back on its feet.
But opening up in these times is a challenge for owners as they have to be extra cautious for their customers as well as themselves.
Scenes from Kolkata's Lord of the Drinks restobar as it opens up:
IMAGE: A server wearing a protective face mask carries drinks at Lord of the Drinks in Kolkata, September 1, 2020. All photographs: Rupak De Chowdhuri/Reuters
IMAGE: Bartenders wearing protective face masks arrange liquor bottles on the shelves at the bar.
IMAGE: The staff the bar.
IMAGE: A server wearing a protective face mask seen after serving drinks to customers.
IMAGE: The staff wear protective face masks at all times.
Here's a video which reveals the precautions Lord of the Drinks is taking protect customers and staff:
Video: Kind courtesy Lord of the Drinks
Concept: Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.
Presentation: Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com
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