It’s not your imagination—these days, tables at wine bars and cafés are bustling with radiant women in their 40s, 50s and beyond. These groups aren’t just dining; they’re celebrating freedom, swapping stories, and planning adventures—with no plus-ones or permission slips. Being fabulous and over forty is finally centre stage, and the restaurant industry backs this up: in 2024, nearly 65% of table reservations on leading Indian platforms are made by women. Globally, women are