The Fern Surya Resort, Dharampur (Kasauli) hosts Christmas cake-mixing ceremony 

Guests from Media, representatives from tour operators and leading travel agents from Delhi/NCR were taken on a familiarization trip to The Fern Surya Resort, Dharampur (Kasauli) for 2 nights. The annual cake-mixing ceremony was held at the resort to mark the beginning of the festive season. Cake Mixing is traditionally done to celebrate the advent of Christmas and the start of winter festivities. It is also considered to usher in good tidings and happiness.

The guests rolled up their sleeves and participated in a hearty mixing of dry fruits and nuts for plum cakes with spirits. The cake-mixing ceremony was headed by the hotel’s General Manager Gunjan Pandey.

 

Mr. Mohit Sharad, Associate Vice President,  The Fern Hotels & Resorts said, “we are very excited to be hosting this unique cake-mixing ceremony with our friends from Media and travel trade and a lot of activities will be conducted in this 2 day visit as Dharampur has a lot of offer its guest visiting this beautiful hill station.  The event was followed by cocktails and scrumptious international food to celebrate the festivities with live music and dance performances

The country's biggest celebration of cocktail culture comes to Mumbai with its first edition debuting at Jio World Garden this December

~ Experience of the immersive cocktails, the best in music, food and other experiences over a weekend of revelry ~

National, December 2022: After successful editions in New Delhi, Goa and Bangalore, India Cocktail Week, the biggest celebration of the country’s burgeoning cocktail culture is coming to Mumbai with its First Edition Ever, that brings together some of the best bars and restaurants to offer their signature drinks, at a special price throughout the week. The week will culminate into a two day Cocktail Village at Jio World Garden, Mumbai on December 3 & 4, 2022!!

Mumbai, get ready to experience a weekend of revelry with the best of cocktail concoctions that will include melding cocktails, spirit experience, cocktail with Music, Art & Gastronomical Delights curated by WMS, Passcode Entertainment and Orion Entertainment.

Bringing together experiences by more than 25 international and homegrown brands to offer their signature cocktails like Monkey 47, Beefeater, Bacardi, Bombay Sapphire, Pistola, Johnnie Walker, Greater than and more. For the first time ever, the village will also feature a Cocktail Gelato Parlor that whips up a range of bespoke liquor infused gelatos along with special cocktails on tap bar.

For the international bartenders guest shifts World's Top 50 Bars like Salmon Guru, currently rated as the 15th Best Bar in the world and The Pontiac - Asia’s 33rd best bar, will make their way to Indian shores for the Mumbai edition of ICW. They will be taking over the popular bars in the city during the week, and you can also catch these bartenders doing guest shifts at the Cocktail Village as well. Food pop ups from popular restaurants like Nova Gelato, The Sassy Spoon, Pings, SAZ, Maiz, Good Flipping Burger, Nandan coffee, The Dough Therapy and more, will be available all under one roof.

To add to the experience, catch an exciting line-up of live International and Indie Music Acts by populars bands like Peter Cat Recording Co, viral international DJ Yung Singh, Lifafa and Madstarbase.

“They say drinking the best of cocktails makes the world seem like a better place. Mumbai's edition has always been on the maps and we are super excited for the festival that brings together some of the best bars and restaurants to offer their signature drinks for cocktail enthusiasts and newbies alike to come, sip, experience and explore. ICW is the only festival across the country who offers this unique opportunity to the guests at every edition since its inception.” says Rakshay Dhariwal, Co-founder of ICW and Passcode Entertainment.

Folks, Head Over To India Cocktail Week To Experience Cocktails Like Never Before!

Other Information:

Date: 3rd & 4th December,2022

Address: Jio World Garden , Plot No: RG1A, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051

Time: 2 pm onwards

To buy tickets: https://insider.in/india-cocktail-week-2022-mumbai-december-3-and-4/event

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Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks immersed in the festive fervor with a grand Cake mixing ceremony

Bangalore, November 2022: Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks celebrated a grand cake mixing ceremony, with renewed excitement, traditions and culture. The event’s highlight was the unique football theme which remained the guests’ favourite throughout the evening. The celebration which marks the beginning of the festive cheer was attended by the local media, food bloggers, and lifestyle influencers. 

To set the ceremony off, guests donned hand gloves, aprons, and toques. A variety of exclusive fruits, assorted nuts, raisins, and spices were curated by the team of culinary experts which were soaked in the finest rum, wine, syrups and other alcoholic beverages. The guests were treated with an assorted menu which was specially curated around the theme opted for the occasion. With the nip in the air, the vibrant cocktails made for the perfect after-party at the poolside. 

On this joyous occasion of Cake mixing, General Manager, Tejus Jose, Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks expressed, “We had curated the grape stomping & cake mixing ceremony to usher in the festive season which spreads joie de vivre and camaraderie for Christmas. It gives us immense pleasure to have our guests participate in the annual ritual and create unforgettable memories.”

The Football theme for the evening made the event all the more exciting and fun for the attendees. The hotel concluded the exciting ceremony by giving all their attendees a box of cake personally presented by the General Manager.


The wholesome event was a true amalgamation of a soirée filled with charm, joy, and merriment.


About Hiltons Hotels - 

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 18 world-class brands comprising 7,000 properties and 1.1 million rooms, in 122 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For list and been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for five consecutive years. Hilton has introduced several industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the 139 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on FacebookTwitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

About Embassy Suites by Hilton:

Embassy Suites by Hilton, one of Hilton’s 18 market-leading brands, is dedicated to delivering what matters most to travelers. The full service, upscale brand offers both leisure and business travelers an approachable, best-in-class experience with two-room suites, free made-to-order breakfast, inviting open atriums, 24-hour fitness centers and a complimentary evening reception. Embassy Suites by Hilton offers more than 260 open hotels with 41 properties in development. Experience a positive stay at Embassy Suites by Hilton by booking at embassysuites.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Embassy Suites by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/embassysuites, and follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.


Daawat-e-awadh food festival in Fairfield by Marriott Mumbai International Airport from Friday, 4th November. 2022

Murgh Dum Pulao

Daawat-e-awadh food festival to kick start at Mado Mado, Fairfield by Marriott Mumbai International Airport from Friday, 4th November.

Details of the first Food festival at Mado Mado, Fairfield by Marriott

Food festival name

Daawat-E-Awadh

Dates :

Friday 4th Nov to 13th Nov 2022

Timings:

7:30Pm to 11:30 pm

Contact details :

8657894131

Pricing

₹ 2236 all-inclusive

The idea of food festival :

Immerse in authentic Nawabi taste specially curated by MasterChef Rehman

The motive of the food festival :

To highlight and offer guests an array of Rich and Royal Cuisine of Oudh ranging from Kebabs, Salans, and Biryanis to Desserts and Rotis.

The festival evokes the indolent spirit of Nawabs where the atmosphere is synonym of Royal. The event will be a feast for the palate with Master Chef Rehman and his original khansamas’ team

It's totally an indulgence in Nawabi Era

Offerings of food festival :

An array of gourmet delicacies featuring world famous

kebabs (Galawati, Kakori, Murg Tikka Mirza Hasnu, Mahi Dum kebab etc),

Curries (Bong Zafrani Nehari, Ahamri Murg, Paneer Khushrang),

Kormas (Murg Awadhi Korma, Asifi Gosht Korma, Nafees Samak Korma etc),

Biryanis (Gosht Pulao, Khaas Murg Biryani, Korma Dum Biryani, Malihabadi Taheri Pulao, Nanratan Biryani) and Desserts (Shahi Tukra, Zafrani Kheer, Sheereen Zarda, Mirchi Ka Halwa etc ) with a parallel variants of Vegetarians and Nonvegetarians options.



Find the Recipes of one of the best Kakori kebabs

Kakori Kebab Recipe by Chef

Method.

01.Rub mince lamb and mince kidney fat properly.

02.Now make a paste of onion slice,kewra water,rose petal,green cardamom, black pepper

brown cashew nut and add it to lamb mince

03.Then add refine flour, brown onion paste,green cardamom powder,kewra water,yellow

chilli, white pepper powder,raw onion paste,raw papaya pastesalt,ginger garlic paste and

rub it properly.

04. Then dungar it with clove and ghee



Daawat-e-awadh food festival to kick start at Mado Mado, Fairfield by Marriott Mumbai International Airport

Daawat-e-awadh food festival to kick start at Mado Mado, Fairfield by Marriott Mumbai International Airport from Friday, 4th November.

Details of the first Food festival at Mado Mado, Fairfield by Marriott

Food festival name

Daawat-E-Awadh

Dates :

Friday 4th Nov to 13th Nov 2022

Timings:

7:30Pm to 11:30 pm

Contact details :

8657894131

Pricing

₹ 2236 all-inclusive

The idea of food festival :

Immerse in authentic Nawabi taste specially curated by MasterChef Rehman

The motive of the food festival :

To highlight and offer guests an array of Rich and Royal Cuisine of Oudh ranging from Kebabs, Salans, and Biryanis to Desserts and Rotis.

The festival evokes the indolent spirit of Nawabs where the atmosphere is synonym of Royal. The event will be a feast for the palate with Master Chef Rehman and his original khansamas’ team

It's totally an indulgence in Nawabi Era

Offerings of food festival :

An array of gourmet delicacies featuring world famous

kebabs (Galawati, Kakori, Murg Tikka Mirza Hasnu, Mahi Dum kebab etc),

Curries (Bong Zafrani Nehari, Ahamri Murg, Paneer Khushrang),

Kormas (Murg Awadhi Korma, Asifi Gosht Korma, Nafees Samak Korma etc),

Biryanis (Gosht Pulao, Khaas Murg Biryani, Korma Dum Biryani, Malihabadi Taheri Pulao, Nanratan Biryani) and Desserts (Shahi Tukra, Zafrani Kheer, Sheereen Zarda, Mirchi Ka Halwa etc ) with a parallel variants of Vegetarians and Non vegetarians options.

Novotel & Ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road hosts the traditional cake mixing ceremony

With the customary cake-mixing ritual, Novotel & Ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road officially kicked off the Christmas and New Year festivities.

 

During the occasion, guests, hotel staff, and various corporate professionals came together to mix the ingredients—massive types of candied fruits, assorted nuts, blended spices, and fruit peels—which were all soaked in rum, wine, and other alcoholic beverages. It was orchestrated under the watchful eyes of newly appointed General Manager – Mr. Sandeep Johri and Executive Chef Karan Kohli.

 

“The heady blend of exotic ingredients will now be given at least a month to settle. The flavor improves as the components are steeped in a sufficient amount of liquor. This combination will be mixed with flour to make the dough for some of the best Christmas Cakes, Carrot Cakes, Dundee Cakes, Stolen bread, and other seasonal delights.” Chef Karan said.

 

After the cake-mixing ceremony, the guests were hosted for a Hi-Tea along with cocktails at Chez Nous – The 24x7 Lounge at the hotel.

About Novotel & Ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road

Strategically located in the heart of the IT corridor- Novotel and Ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road bring to you different categories of beautiful rooms that are sleek and contemporary designed, full of modern-day amenities suitable for your stay. At Novotel, you’ll find a gym, spa, pool, and other recreational activities which will make your stay worth it. Also, you’ll find a comfortable and luxurious setting for all your stays, which will make your staycation more relaxing and rejuvenating. 

 In proximity to numerous IT parks and corporate hubs notably- Ecospace Business Park, Prestige Techpark, Cessna Business Park, and Salarpuria Techparks- Novotel & Ibis Bengaluru Outer Ring Road offers the perfect residence to travelers across the globe.





21ST Chandiwala Ensemble Begins On A Bright Note

Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology inaugurated “The 21st Chandiwala Hospitality Ensemble” on 19th October 2022. The event was witnessed by a record crowd of Hospitality Students, Industry Experts, Trade Media and Faculty Members. Such events steer students towards teamwork, leadership, and planning with overall management skills as well as showcasing artistic ability in cultural extravaganzas, for holistic personality development through extracurricular activities. The event began with an inauguration ceremony with eminent Chief Guest Chef Rakesh Sethi, Radisson Hotel Group, Guest of Honour Dr Ganesh Bagler, Associate Professor, Infosys Centre for Artificial Intelligence, Department of Computational Biology, IITD.

Chief guest Chef Rakesh Sethi, Radisson Hotel Group, Guest of Honour Dr Ganesh Bagler, Associate Professor, Infosys Centre for Artificial Intelligence, Department of Computational Biology, IITD, Mr. R.K. Bhandari, Principal BCIHMCT, and Chef Prem Ram, CHE Event Coordinator and Joint Secretary Indian Culinary Forum, declared the event open with Lamp Lighting Ceremony followed by Ganesh Vandana.

Mr. R.K. Bhandari, Principal BCIHMCT, welcomed the Chief Guest for the opening ceremony - Chef Rakesh Sethi, Guest of Honour Dr Ganesh Bagler and other esteemed guests, sponsors, media partners, faculty members and participants,

He emphasized that BCIHMCT is an institution which stages the spirits of the budding hotelier. He said "While giving pure academics the due importance it deserves, BCIHMCT has always provided the students from Hospitality fraternity to showcase their talents and spirit of hospitality by organizing such events."

Chef Rakesh Sethi, in his opening remarks stated that events like these ensure students are ready to face the Industry and the life ahead. Calling the budding hospitality professionals the assets of the hotel industry, he encouraged the participating teams to put in their best efforts during the three day mega event.

Dr. Ganesh Bagler spoke about his research in computational gastronomy which is an emerging data science of food, flavors and health. By blending food with data and computation he has helped establish the foundations of this niche area. Starting with the investigation of food pairing in Indian cuisine, his lab has contributed to computational gastronomy with studies on culinary fingerprints of world cuisines, culinary evolution, benevolent health impacts of spices, and taste prediction algorithms.

Dr. Chef Prem Ram, congratulated the institution for organising the Ensemble and also thanked Shri Banarsidas Chandiwala Sewa Smarak Trust Society, along with sponsors, media partners & participating institutes for their contribution towards the Hospitality Ensemble.

He spoke about the sustainability of food and its long term impact on the health of Indian consumers. Incidentally, we have kept the theme of "Shashwat Bhoj" which truly encapsulates the theme of sustainability. "Shaswat Bhoj" is a feast to remember our past, to sustain for our future and to explore our discovered present. After all, the habit of local consumption is a principle encouraged by ancient medicinal systems as it helps decrease the ecological footprint by reducing energy requirements involved in processing, packaging, storage, and transportation.

The Chefs and Managers representing different departments of Hotels in Delhi-NCR will be judging the various competitions such as Bar-wizard Bar Challenge (a cocktail mix-&-straight competition), R Pure Traditional Vedic Cuisine Challenge, Nestle Culinary Challenge, USAPEEC INDIA, Biryani Competition, Oxford Hospitality Brain Twister (quiz competition related to hospitality services & tourism), Korean Culinary Challenge, Floral Decoration Competition, Tramontina Fruit & Vegetable Carving and Dress the Cake Competition. Through Regional Indian Culinary Contest the ensemble encourages the youth to learn more about their roots and revival of the traditional Indian recipes.

Sofitel Mumbai BKC Launches New Negroni Cocktails for Negroni Week

Sofitel Mumbai BKC, the elegant, luxury hotel in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex, has just launched a new Negroni cocktail menu, to celebrate Negroni Week.

Available till September 18, 2022, at the hotel’s Le Bar Diamantaire, the special menu offers patrons five different types of Negroni cocktails. These include Campari Boulevardier; Campari Spagliato; Campari In & Tonic; Hazelnut Negroni; Campari Garibaldi; and Chocolate Orange Negroni. 

Each Negroni cocktail on the special menu is priced at Rs. 899 plus taxes. Proceeds from the sales of the cocktails go to charity.

Visit Le Bar Diamantaire till September 18, 2022 to enjoy the special cocktails being served to celebrate Negroni Week. 

Le Bar Diamantaire

Sofitel Mumbai BKC

C 57, G Block BKC

Bandra Kurla Complex

Bandra East

Mumbai – 400051

Hours of Operation: 12 pm – 12 am, Monday-Sunday

Telephone: +91 22 6117 5115 

Celebrate the ‘City of Nawabs’ at Jashn-E-Lucknow Food Festival  at Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla


Celebrate the ‘City of Nawabs’ at Jashn-E-Lucknow Food Festival

 at Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla

Muskuraiye janab, aap Jashn-E-Lucknow mey hai!

Gear up for a regal culinary journey to the city of ‘Nawabs, Kebabs and Aadabs’ as Edesia, a multi-cuisine restaurant at Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla is hosting the Jashn-E-Lucknow food festival from 26th August to 9th September 2022.  Feast like a Nawab as the ‘Khansamas’ at Edesia will bring to you secret recipes from the royal ‘Dastarkhwans’ and iconic eateries of Lucknow.


In one-of-its-kind concepts the festival attempts to explore the essence of Lucknow city with a three dimensions approach namely Nawabs (unravel the royal era), Kebabs (unravel the delectable indulgences) and Aadabs (unravel the Tahzeeb) via food and unique dining experiences.  


Menu:


Embark on a culinary journey to the city of ‘Chikan’ and ‘Kebabs’ with an array of culinary delights such as Galauti Kebabs with Ulta Tawa Paratha, Kathal Shami Kebab,Rajma Ke Galauti, Lakhnawi Aatishi Khumb, Peshawari Boti Kebab, Murgh  Durbari Meat, Dingari Dolma, Navratan Quorma, Awadhi Murgh Biryani, Warqi Parantha, Taftan, Sheermal, Dhungar Kakori Kebab,  Zaffrani Malai Kofta, Paneer Begum Bahar, Paneer Begum Bahaar,Shah Jahan Nalli Nihari, Murgh Mumtaaz, Shahi Gosht,Khubanee ka Meetha, Seviyo ka Muzzafar, Pani Ke Batashe, Lucknow Ki Basket Chaat and many more. Few of these dishes were reserved for Nawabs and their Begums only during olden times.


Unique Dining Experiences:


Enter through the historic ‘Rumi Darwaza’ while ganjing through ‘Hazratganj’ market and explore the super instagram-able:

  • Chattar Manzil or Umbrella Palace Dining Experience (where Nawabs lived)

  • Pearl Theatre (1911)  Dining Experience (  Set up by Nawab of Utraula estate)

  • Nakhas Market dining experience –  a section  decked up with second hand goods & a unique Chor Bazaar corner


According to Shuvendu Banerjee, General Manager, Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla, “Jashn-E-Lucknow is a fresh episode from our endeavors to promote the regional cuisines and support Incredible India. Our food events are unique as we entwine culinary heritage with history to create immersive dining experiences for our patrons. We believe modern day travellers look for immersive experiences and our festival attempts to recreate the magic and old world charm of Lucknow, right infront of their eyes.”


Pradipt Sinha, Director of Food and Beverage, Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla said, “Awadhi cuisine is known for Dum style of cooking which will be unique selling proposition for the food festival. We have collaborated with local chefs from Lucknow to capture the secret behind these mouth watering aromatic delicacies. While Mughlai cuisine which is extremely popular in Delhi focuses on grilling & roasting over Tandoor with high quotient of ghee and spices, Awadhi cuisine has subtler flavours with blend of selective yet exotic spices and thus retains the taste of main ingredients.”


Date: 26th August to 9th September 2022

Timings: 7 pm to 11 pm

Price for buffet: INR 2299 + taxes per person


Venue: Edesia at Crowne Plaza Today New Delhi Okhla

India’s first female flair bartender Ami Shroff to take over Gourmet Bar at Novotel Hyderabad Airport on 26th Aug’2022  

Novotel Hyderabad Airport’s eclectic Gourmet Bar will witness a bar take-over by celebrity flair bartender and Mixologist - Ami Shroff this August.

Novotel Hyderabad Airport’s eclectic Gourmet Bar will witness a bar take-over by celebrity flair bartender and Mixologist - Ami Shroff this August.

She is India’s first female flair bartender and will not only give a taste of her snazzy concoctions but also bar tricks up and close. Flair bartending which also means ‘extreme bartending’ involves entertaining guests with bar tools and bottles fashionably and with finesse. 

The recently revamped Gourmet Bar with its perfect ambience will be a night of flair, fire and fusion as Ami Shroff gears up to whip her signature cocktails like the Good Old Fashion, Whisky Twisted Sour, Hello Hyderabad and lots more. Hi-tea bites from the bar menu will be curated by the Chefs along with the cocktails. 


When: 26th August from 6.30 pm onwards 

Where: Gourmet Bar at Novotel Hyderabad Airport  l  Contact: +91 88860 64430

Menu: Specially curated cocktails by Ami Shroff and Hi-Tea bites from the Gourmet Bar Special Menu

About Novotel-

Novotel Hotels, Suites & Resorts offers destination hotels designed as comforting and energizing places where guests can ‘press pause’ and take time to enjoy the moments that really matter. The brand’s wide array of hotels, suites, and resorts offer a multitude of services for business and leisure guests alike, including spacious, modular rooms with natural and intuitive design; 24/7 catering with nutritious choices; dedicated meeting spaces; attentive and proactive staff; family zones for the youngest guests; multi-purpose lobbies; and accessible fitness centers. Novotel, which has over 530 locations in more than 60 countries is part Accor, a world-leading hospitality group consisting of more than 5,200 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries.

BCIHMCT Arranges Seminar Of "Eggucation On Processed Eggs"

EGGUCATION FOR HOSPITALITY

U.S.A. Poultry & Egg Export Council, India office and Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, jointly organized an engaging and learning oriented seminar titled "Eggucation On Processed Eggs''on 24th June 2022.

The seminar was conducted by World renowned Chefs, Chef Y B Mathur, Ex-Senior Executive Chef, ITC Limited and Chef Sabyasachi Gorai, recipient of the most coveted National Tourism Award, for “Best Chef of India."

Students got an excellent opportunity to learn about U.S. processed eggs from the stalwarts of the hospitality industry. These products are hygienic, convenient and safe products and help reduce waste.

Chefs especially delved upon many advantages of processed eggs, including Dried Egg Products, Frozen Egg Products and Value Added Products made from Processed eggs.

Towards the end, students asked questions which were amicably handled by the Speakers.