Protein lassi is the latest craze and Toronto's getting in on the trend early

Life is too short to turn down a sweet treat. That's why health trends in 2026 lean towards nutritional upgrades to food and drink you already love and making "better for you" choices.

With that in mind, spring is about to get sweeter thanks to Chaiiwala of London's Protein Lassi lineup available for a limited time.

Chaiiwala is a rapidly growing cafe chain that serves up Indian-inspired street food and beverages. Founded all the way back in 1927 on the streets of New Delhi, Chaiiwala blends historic recipes with modern trends for a menu that pleases customers of all backgrounds.

Canada's newest protein craze

This spring, Chaiiwala is putting a fresh spin on a classic drink with its new Protein Lassi lineup, available for $7.49 each. Made with protein powder and yogurt, each beverage delivers 20 grams of protein while staying true to the creamy, refreshing taste of traditional lassi.

Available in mango, strawberry, and creamsicle flavours, these drinks strike the perfect balance between indulgence and functionality, and are just as appealing post-workout as they are for a midday treat. 

To complement the drinks, Chaiiwala is serving up a crave-worthy street food lineup built around its new house-made hot honey sauce.

House Karak Heat Fried Chicken and Tater Tots are each fully tossed in the sauce for maximum flavour. For an added kick, Masala Crunch Corn delivers a punchy, textured side that rounds out the experience. 

It's a lineup designed for contrast, and built to be shared!

A new take on South Asian fare

With locations across Canada, including Toronto, Edmonton, Montreal, and Vancouver, it's as easy as ever to get your lassi fix at Chaiiwala.

Prefer to stay in? Homebodies can rejoice, because the full spring lineup is also available on the Chaiwala app, Uber Eats, and other delivery platforms in your area.

See for yourself how Chaiiwala is modernizing traditional South Asian drinks by trying the protein lassi, available until June 7. And while you're at it, enjoy a meal of Indian street food amidst a charming cafe experience at a Chaiiwala location near you.