Delfino 39-s Goa

During the COVID-19 lockdowns, Palolem Beach was deserted for two consecutive seasons. Delfino’s survived by pivoting to home delivery within Canacona town and selling packaged spice blends and bottled sauces online. The crisis accelerated digital adoption: a WhatsApp order system and an Instagram presence with over 15k followers. By 2023, Delfino’s had regained 90% of pre-pandemic revenue, but staffing shortages remain an issue as young workers migrate to city jobs.