Blue Lotus at Sayaji Hotel Kolhapur hosts Grand Trunk Road Festival
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Blue Lotus, the all-day dining restaurant at Sayaji Hotel Kolhapur is hosting the ‘Grand Trunk Road’ festival starting from 17th October to 23rd October 2022. The Grand Trunk Road, formerly known as Uttarapatha, Sarak-e-Azam, Badshahi Sarak, and Sarak-e-Sher Shah is one of Asia's oldest and longest major roads. Blue Lotus will be decorated on the theme of Grand Trunk Road mile stones and few famous structures of the states passing through the road which aims to offer a unique experience to their visitant.
The menu curated by the chef can let the foodies savor the flavors and authentic dishes from gastronomic regions like Afganistan, Pakistan, Punjab, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh & Bengal. This includes Banno Kebab, Kasundi Chingri, Makka malai seek, Tash paneer, Kundan kalian, Murgh Pushtoon, Murshidabadi Biriyani, Lazeez –e- Chaman, Saljam Bharta among others. The mains are accompanied by a choice of desserts namely Sugar Cane Kheer, Matka Kulfi, Sheer Khurma, Kara Pak Sandesh and Shor Baja.
Let’s grab an opportunity to indulge in the popular dishes having originated from various cities on the GT Road.
Time: Dinner 7:00 Pm onwards.
Date: 17th to 23rd October 2022
Venue: Blue Lotus, Sayaji Hotel Kolhapur
Cost : INR 951* taxes applicable
For Reservations : 7722053736 / 7722053770
Visit: www.sayajihotels.com
SUPER WEEKEND WITH SPARKLING OFFERS AND EVENTS AT PHOENIX MARKETCITY MUMBAI
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Mumbai’s favorite destination mall, Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai is adding a whole lot of sparkle to this weekend, replete with exciting live events, fun activities, and unmissable offers to make the festive season even more exciting. Adding a dash of extra joy is the Gold Bar Challenge where customers who shop for Rs. 5000 and more stand a chance to win a gold bar worth Rs. 2,50,000! Upload your shopping invoice on Phoenix Nhance App and double the points that you can redeem for goodies at the mall & enter the challenge! Late-night happy hours at popular restaurants and bars like Ishaara, Pop Tates, Bar Bar, Irish House from 11 pm -1am ensure that you can have the most festive fun with family and friends. So log on now to the Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai website for details: https://www.phoenixmarketcity.com/mumbai
SUPER WEEKENDER LIVE EVENTS:
ARJUN KANUNGO CONCERT FOR UMEED: Tap your feet or get dancing to hits like Rangrez, La LaLaandBaakiBaatPeeneBaad!With over 1.7 billion views and streams online and multiple hit songs, music superstar Arjun Kanungo is live in concert at Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai. This crowd-puller is a youth icon and the first-ever Indian artist to be featured on iTunes and Apple music. Organized by Rotaract Club this concert supports a great cause with a part of the funds being donated to NGO 'Umeed' initiatives in providing for paediatric heart surgeries, eradicating malnutrition and providing water sanitization for the less privileged.
DATE: Saturday the 15th
TIME: 7:00 – 10:30 pm
VENUE: Dublin Square
TO BOOK:https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/arjun-kanungo-live-in-concert/ET00339432
La Liga | Real Madrid Vs FC Barcelona:
Sport and soccer fans can rejoice with the telecast of La Liga – Real Madrid vs FC Barcelona that will be streamed live at Dublin Square, come witness the biggest rivalry in club football history.
DATE: Sunday the 16th
TIME: 6 pm onwards
VENUE: Dublin Square
TO BOOK: https://landings.laliga.com/elclasicoinindia
Raising The Bar with World Renowned Bartender Atilla Iskifoglu at Romano’s JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
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Experience the most memorable Sunday afternoon with a celebrity flair bartender, Italian delicacies, and electrifying live entertainment at Romano’s
Mumbai, October 2022: Romano’s, the signature Italian restaurant at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar has been the city’s much-loved destination amongst gourmet aficionados. Elevating this experience for guests is the Sunday Italian Afternoon with celebrity world champion flair bartender Atilla Iskifoglu at Romano’s on 16th October 2022, in association with World on A Plate and beverage partner Pernod Ricard.
A uniquely crafted experience exhibiting some of the finest cocktails accompanied by electrifying live music with DJ Anisha. With a penchant of flipping bottles, the Turkish world champion flair bartender has made an appearance in one of the world’s greatest reality show, Britain’s Got Talent and has made flair bartending a trend indeed. Travelling the world over with reinventing cocktails and serving it with style, Atilla who has performed flair bartending for Sting, John Travolta, Madonna, and Darius, will showcase an exceptional live bar flair performance at Romano’s which cannot be missed.
Guests will witness the theatrics and experience the best of flair bartending with Atilla’s signature and innovative concoctions made from Monkey 47 & Malfy Gin, which includes Atilla’s Passion ( Ciroc Vodka, Ancho Reyes, Aperol, Passion Fruit, Raspberry Shrub), Copacabana Mule (Titos Vodka, Lime Juice, Club soda, ginger foam), Lychee Delight ( Absolut Elyx, Creme de Casis, Lychee Puree, Raspberry Shrub, Lime Juice), Don the Beachcomber ( Bacardi Gold, Bacardi Black, Lemon Juice, Passion fruit Puree, OJ juice, Pineapple Juice, Kahlua/ Simple Syrup), Purple Dragon ( Avion Tequila, Creme de cassis, Grapefruit Juice, Lime Juice, agave, Top off with Ginger beer), Sultans Velvet Secret (Remy, Louis XIII, Luxardo Cherry), Gin Cocktail Queen ( Gin, lemongrass syrup, Lime juice, Sugar Syrup, cranberry juice, blueberries, Raspberry liquir) and the ultimate Atilla’s Smash ( Whiskey, Peach ice tea, or peach syrup, Elderflover liquir or syrup, Ginger syrup, lemon juice, Soda water).
Experience the Romano’s culinary brilliance with the ever-evolving Italian delicacies such as chives and toasted poppy seeds panini and lemon and fennel butter as Table tops, Asparagus textures, saffron pearls, Confit portobello, brown onion jus, truffle foam and Nori crusted newzealand lamb loin, arugula gel among others as Handcrafted Brain Teasers and for a Sweet Closure, one can choose from Sicilian Cannolo , Sweet Ricotta , Candid Mandarin and Marzipan and Apple Cake with Pecan Rum and Bourbon Vanilla Gelato.
Join us with friends and family for the most memorable Sunday afternoon with Romano’s Italian Brunch Affair and experience the showmanship of world-renowned bartender, Atilla Iskifoglu at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar.
Raising The Bar With Atilla Iskifoglu
Venue: Romano’s, JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
Date: 16th October 2022
Time- 1pm to 4pm
Cocktails & Small Plates
Price: INR 4000 plus taxes per person (includes food and cocktails)
"An Innovative “Malt evening” with the single Malt legends” at Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks
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Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks hosted a distinctive evening with Single Malt legends - Smriti Narendran, Chivas Brothers Brand Ambassador & Chef Nishad Khadiru. The “Malt Evening” was a celebration of thoroughly researched recipes with groundbreaking experience and innovative additions for single-malt lovers such as Waseem Khan, Namita Gupta & Devesh Agarwal and other patrons of Hilton.
The evening was steered into an intense and luxurious sipping experience, with the famous malts from The Glenlivet & Aberlour paired with Chef's Nishad Khadiru special scrumptious delights. Each of the Glenlivet & Aberlour were combined with a set menu ranging from entrée to dessert. For example Glenlivet 12 YO paired with the first course while Aberlour 16 YO was paired with 74% Single Origin Madagascar Marquise as the Chef plates and decorated edible art creations. With an avant-garde gastronomical experience, Smriti Narendran captivated the guests by taking them along, on an distinctive voyage about the origin, notes & taste of each Malt along with her personal life experiences. The whole evening was complemented by theatrical elements such as Sorbet using liquid nitrogen after the first two-courses in order to cleanse the taste palate.
On this occasion, Tejus Hose, General Manager, Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks said “India is a market that likes to savor the flavors of their single-malts. We wanted to offer consumers an experience that would further enhance their single-malt serve and we were confident that they would intrigue and appeal to the Indian consumer and open a new vertical in the Food & Beverage industry.”
Throughout the evening, the guests were served an extensive menu varying from Prosciutto with melon balls, Thyme Marinated Grilled Scallops to Risotto Di Gamberi zafferano & many more as a four-course sit down dinner with shimmering ambience accompanied by enchanting music. The highlight of these serves were the specially designed elixirs that uplift the sublime The Glenlivet 12-year old to even greater heights.
The “Malt Evening” redefines the meaning of traditional single malt and its journey which was beautifully crafted into an exemplary evening by Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks accompanied with an exclusive menu which has opened new horizons for future in the F&B industry.
Taste the authenticity of “Durga Pujor Mahabhoj”at Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks
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Encapsulate the grandeur of deep–rooted culture of the city of Joy, Kolkata with a delightful feast of “Durgapujor Mahabhoj'' from 1st October to 5th October, at Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks. Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsava is synonymous with homecoming; warm hospitality, and authentic food which is widely observed across the country and in major cities of the world by the Bengali diaspora.
Setting the atmosphere right for all the Bengalis in Bangalore bedecked with the intricate festive décor. Relish the authentic “Durgapujor Mahabhoj'', as each of the 5 days will have different reflections on the food that is eaten on the day. For example, while on Shashthi and Saptami days, the menu will have “Kolkata biryani” or “Chingri Machher Malai Curry”, Astami will have “Bhoger Khichuri with Labra” and Nabami with “Kosha mangsho”.
To curate the menu, the hotel roped in the help of a foodpreneur, Debopama who hails from Kolkata. From bite-sized culinary delights to lavish feasts, the skilled culinary team has curated an elaborate lunch from the taste palette of a Bengali. The menu celebrates a unique amalgamation of authentic age-old recipes along with Bengali favorites to tantalize the taste buds of the guests.
Delve into an indulgent gastronomic affair with an extensive spread of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes such as Postor bora, Kosha Mangsho, Chingri Maachher Malai Curry, Kolkata Chicken Biryani and Bhoger mangsho. The restaurant will also serve specialties from the recipes of the famed Tagore family of Calcutta like The Mohan Polao, Komola Polao and Darbesh. Adding to the epicurean feast, guests can satisfy their sweet tooth from a wide selection of traditional Bengali desserts like ‘Thakur barir darbesh, Labango latika’, Golap kachagolla, and more.
Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks is all set to make this year's Durga Puja wholesome with an eclectic menu, perfect ambiance and traditional dishes of Bengal.
Venue: Ministry of Food, Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks
Date: 1st Oct to 5th October
Time: Lunch 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm and Dinner 7 pm to 11 pm
Entry Fee : RS 1,249 + taxes per person
For table reservations, call on +91 70907 12002 / +91 73537 59841
THE BIGGEST DANDIYA FEST AT PHOENIX MARKETCITY MUMBAI!
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Celebrate Navratri in style at Mumbai’s favourite destination mall, Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai! This year's Dandiya Raas promises to be super exciting with leading singer Shruti Pathak of Shubhaarambh and Bhammariyo fame, livening up the glorious evenings with music and beats for an unforgettable celebration with family and friends. With an array of restaurants offering over a 100 vegetarian delicacies and convenient parking Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai has ensured that you can focus on just having fun! Come along to this 2-day fiesta and get in the festive spirits with Mumbai’s favorite location for all weekend plans.
Date: 1st October 2022 - 2nd October 2022
Venue: Dublin Square, Mumbai Marketcity Mumbai
Book: https://bit.ly/BiggestDandiyaFest
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ChaoBella at Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla is hosting Travelling Dimsums festival.
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‘Travelling Dimsums’ at ChaoBella
Treat your taste buds with our steamy delights as ChaoBella at Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla is hosting Travelling Dimsums festival.
Chow down to an assortment of innovative dimsums travelling from twelve regions of China such as Black Diamond, Flower Dumplings, Rainbow Prawn, Prawn Shu Mai, Chicken Shiitake Pouch along with the quintessential favourites such as Asian Green, Asparagus Corn Dumpling, Mushroom Bao, Thai Chicken Dumplings, Spicy Chicken Shanghai, Duck Dumpling and Prawn & Cilantro.
These dim sums have been picked from various regions of China such as Hangzhou, Nanjing, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Manchuria, Yunnan, Fujian, Shanghai, Beijing, Peking, Zhejiang & Huhhot.
According to Pradipt Sinha, Director of Food and Beverage “Every handcrafted Dimsum from the menu has a unique story to offer. We have experimented with the outer covering in the form of wheat starch, potato starch, lotus flour as well as innovative fillings, shapes & colours schemes. The menu includes some never heard before variants such as Black Diamond that takes its colour from the edible squid ink and Rainbow Dim sums that uses extracts from seven flowers in its coating. Other interesting dim sums at the festival would be-artistic Flower Dim sums, therapeutic Chicken Shiitake Pouch, open faced Prawn Sui Mao & many more.”
According to Shuvendu Banerjee, General Manager, “Since the ancient times, Chinese travellers along the Silk Route broke their journey by stopping at the tea houses. They used the pair the tea with bite sized Dimsums served in bamboo steamer baskets to fuel themselves. We are extremely excited for our corporate clientele to make Travelling Dimsums a part of their working lunch culture. The team has also curated a special Travelling Dim sums guide that will narrate the tale of origin of each Dim sum from mainland China to enhance the food experience. We are looking at making Travelling Dimsums a regular experience at ChaoBella.”
What: Travelling Dim sums
Where: ChaoBella, Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla
When: 23rd September to 5th October, 2022
Timings: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm and 7 pm to 12 midnight
Price: INR 675 + taxes onwards
REJOICE WITH ‘THE BIG PHOENIX FOOD FESTIVAL’ AND LIVE CONCERTS at Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai this September
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Mumbai, September 7, 2022: Mumbai’s favourite destination mall, Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai, presents an exciting calendar of events with offers galore to delight guests this September.
THE BIG PHOENIX FOOD FESTIVAL: This autumn, Phoenix celebrates Mumbai’s burgeoning food scene by welcoming culinary enthusiasts with an exciting calendar featuring celebrity chefs and culinary heroes visiting restaurants, offering workshops and cooking classes and inviting customers to sample the delectable cuisine.
From Monday to Friday through September, customers can enjoy attractive offers and up to 35% off on multiple cuisines and conveniently make reservations online, by logging on to the Phoenix website’s special section on the food festival.
Inviting guests to experience the mall’s diversity of gastronomic excellence and dining venues, exciting add-ons like live music and quiz nights create the perfect environment for warm and friendly camaraderie. Quiz nights focus on the theme of the Marvel Universe and popular sitcom Friends every Thursday night of the week. Partyholics will appreciate the mall’s restaurants and bars getting the party vibe on and enjoy special offers on Happy Hours after 10:30 pm, so you can come and have the best time with your loved ones.
DATE: Monday to Friday through SeptemberVENUE: Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai
BOOK:https://www.phoenixmarketcity.com/mumbai/foodfest
LIVE CONCERT AT PHOENIX: Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai presents must-see concerts at its premiere indoor entertainment arena Dublin Square. This month’s entertainment calendar is headlined by jazz group Peter Cat Recording Co. who perform live, exclusively on 14thSeptember. The Delhi-based band specialises in genres like gipsy jazz, cabaret, and ballroom waltz. Whether you are a jazz aficionado or just looking for a fun evening out with friends, we suggest you book tickets soon, for while their music evokesdifferent moods, it never fails to soothe the mind!
DATE: 14th September 2022
VENUE: Dublin Square, Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai
BOOK: https://insider.in/peter-cat-recording-co---september-2022--mumbai/event
Relish the traditional Onam Sadhya at Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks
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Soak in the spirit of this harvest festival with Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks and savor the traditional Onam Sandhya, a multi-course vegetarian meal served on a ginormous banana leaf featuring over 25 dishes on the 8th of September 2022. Onam is an annual harvest festival celebrated in the state of Kerala, one of the major festivals for Keralites and other southern states of India.
From luscious Pulissery to decadent Pachadi, celebrate this festivity in true gourmet style with elevated delicacies like Erissery, Thenga Choru, Avial Ada Pradaman, Pal Payasam, Parippu Payasam along with traditional dishes from across the state, including a variety of curries, fried snacks, pickles, and sweets served alongside red rice. Relish a slice of God's own country with your loved ones amongst the hymn of soothing traditional music.
With preparations beginning much in advance, Sadhya brings the community together in forging a memorable affair. Enjoy the traditional experience with authentic regional Kerala dishes at Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks and make the most of this extravaganza at the multi-cuisine restaurant ‘Ministry of Food’.
Date: 8th of September 2022
Place: Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks
Time: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Entry fee: INR 999 plus taxes, per person
Kelly Slater Reigns Victorious on Finals Day at the 2022 Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy
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India, 2022: It was another perfect morning in Kuda Huraa when the horn blew for Finals Day at the 2022 Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy. A crystal-clear Indian Ocean played host to dreamy two-to-four-foot Sultans, as our competitors prepared to compete in the final surfing discipline of the event, the Thruster Division.
11x World Champion Kelly Slater (USA) started the day dominantly, taking a win over Rob Machado (USA) and Taylor Knox (USA) in Round One. Slater then went on to match up against local wildcard and multiple Maldives Surfing Champion Hussain “Iboo” Areef (MDV) in the first Semifinal, and excitement in the channel was palpable. Maldivian flags flew from nearby boats, hoping for a local win, and Slater fans were cheering from their sundecks as the two surfers battled it out at Sultans. In the end it was Slater who advanced, taking the win from Iboo and advancing to the Final Round.
“I am very honoured and very happy to have surfed these past few days,” said Iboo. “These guys are legends, they are the people I watched when I was learning to surf. They had a big impact on my surfing career. That last heat with Kelly was probably the best heat of my life. I never thought in my dreams that I would be surfing against him, man-on-man. He’s hard to beat, he’s the best in the world! I don’t think I’ll get to see anyone else like him in my lifetime, so this has been an amazing opportunity.”
Slater then went on to compete against Rob Machado (USA) in the Thruster Division Final, where he scored a 9.33, the highest wave score of the event, in the dying minutes of the heat. This solidified his second victory of the event, making him not only the Single-Fin Winner but now also the Thruster Champion.
“This whole event has been so fun, it’s been really relaxed with the guys,” said Slater. “To have this crew together has been really enjoyable, and Iboo has been a great addition. I’ve never met him before, but he’s had a smile on his face the whole time – it was so nice to get to know him and surf with him. He said he was really stoked to surf a heat with me today, and I was really happy to surf with him too. He’s just a really good dude.”
“All of the local crew that showed up on the boats seemed like they were having a great time, too – they were hundreds of yards from us, but we could hear them yelling the whole time. There has been such a good vibe here.”
Following the Thruster Division Final, the two surfers with the most points accumulated throughout the event were set to surf in the Grand Final. Slater and Shane Dorian (HAW), who have been the most consistent surfers over each division, were the Finalists. The two have been going head-to-head throughout the event, Dorian with two-out-of-three heat wins against Slater.
With inconsistent sets rolling through the lineup at Sultans, conditions were tricky for the Finalists. Dorian found himself in a combination situation for much of the heat, and although he was able to throw down a strong score of 8.7 in the final minutes, he wasn’t able to find that backup score to take the win. Slater, however, found himself in rhythm with the ocean and won the Grand Final with high scores of an 8.23 and an 8.73.
“The Final was really fun,” said Slater. “Shane has been the really in-sync guy with the waves throughout this event, but in the Final I kind of took that from him. I think he caught one of the best waves of the heat (8.7) but the wave came too late, and there were only a few minutes left when he got back out to the lineup. We’re even now though, it worked out perfectly.”
The 2022 Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy is a luxury surfing event like no other, and the iconic lineup of Momentum Generation surfers (Kelly Slater, Taylor Knox, Rob Machado, Shane Dorian and Ross Williams), along with local wildcard Hussain “Iboo” Areef, have made this year one for the history books.
Thruster Division Results:
Kelly Slater (USA) – 1st
Rob Machado (USA) – 2nd
Shane Dorian (USA) – 3rd
Hussain “Iboo” Areef (MDV) – 3rd
Ross Williams (USA) – 5th
Taylor Knox (USA) – 5th
Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan Celebrates its 9th Anniversary!
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To mark its anniversary, the hotel organised a cake cutting ceremony with the students of Zilla Parishad Primary School
Pune, August, 2022: Let’s raise a toast and let the good times roll in as Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan celebrates its 9 glorious years of service! Located in Chakan, away from the hustle and bustle of city life, this property is an oasis of tranquillity. It is the perfect choice for a relaxing staycation coupled with luxury when you opt for a getaway not too far off from the city but just long enough to escape the daily social whirl of events.
The property highlights sensational dine in options- right from Global and local cuisines; there’s a plethora of options to choose from. Other than that, the property has splendid recreational facilities including spa, fitness centre, swimming pool, modern versatile venues, plush rooms with state of the art facilities. The multifunctional halls are a great option for corporate parties and casual events on the property and last but not the least- the hotel is pet friendly so you can travel with your furry friend and turn it into a memorable petcation!
To mark its 9th anniversary, Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan had a bunch of activities lined up to bring in the celebrations. Right from celebrating the occasion with honouring the police officials, to organising a plantation drive, and much more; every member of the hotel was a part of this special occasion. The highlight of the celebration, however, was the celebrations with the students at the Zilla Parishad Primary School, Chakan, Pune. The team of Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan visited the Zilla Parishad Primary School for their anniversary celebrations where-in they celebrated with a cake cutting ceremony with the children. The school holds a special place in the hearts of the team at Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan as they have organized several CSR activities with the students in the past.
“Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan opened its doors in 2013 and since then it has been a significant destination for local guests and travellers. Being located away from the city chaos, the location encapsulates serenity and tranquillity for guests. Over the years we have become a local community favourite and a central focus for travellers across as well. Among all the activities carried out in the spirit of Celebrating our 9th anniversary, the celebrations with the Zilla Parishad Primary School students were the highlight and truly a special and memorable moment for us”, says Amit Kumar, General Manager, Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan.
The property has been a go-to destination for staycations as well as a great spot for hosting corporate and casual events and has become a local community favourite over the years. The team is elated on completing 9 glorious years and looks forward to many more years of exemplary service!
PRIDE HOTEL BENGALURU HOSTS PUNJABI FOOD FESTIVAL ‘PIND DA CHASKA’
/PURAN DA DHABA AT PRIDE HOTEL BENGALURU HOSTS PUNJABI FOOD FESTIVAL ‘PIND DA CHASKA’
Puran Da Dhaba at Pride Hotel Bengaluru is hosting a Punjabi food festival ‘Pind Da Chaska’ from August 22nd to August 28th, 2022. The week long food festival showcases a wide range of delectable delicacies inspired by the culinary art of Punjab. ‘Pind Da Chaska’ is curated by the Chefs who are well versed in the nuances of regional variations of North Indian cooking. Under their guidance, the festival will roll out a myriad of dishes to tantalize the palates with vivid flavors
Treat your taste buds with an unparalleled spread of dishes across Veg and Non-Veg dishes that are unique in their taste and blends inspired by the distinct flavours of Punjab. The menu comprises Bhati Da Murg, Sarson Machii, Murg Saagwala, Ghost Beliram, Patiala Paneer Masala, Aloo Pudine Ki Tikki, Amritsari Paneer, Chatpata baigan, and a host of other mouth-watering favorites.
Puran Da Dhaba is a desi Dhaba style dining restaurant that offers a multi-cuisine menu from North India. The restaurant is adorned with colourful interiors and live music to complement the ambience.
Date: August 22nd to July 28th, 2022
Timing: 6:00 pm to 11.30 pm.
Pricing: INR 1122 + taxes
Venue: Puran Da Dhaba, Pride Hotel Bengaluu
Visit: www.pridehotel.com
Thanking the Heroes of Goa: Hilton Goa Resort celebrates India’s 75th Independence Day!
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Goa, August 2022: India’s 75th Independence Day was indeed a glorious day of pride and joy for every Indian, and the team at Hilton Goa Resort celebrated this day by personally thanking the public service heroes in the North Goa region, as an ode to their dedicated hard work and community service.
Guests and staff participated in the flag hoisting ceremony to salute the national flag and pay homage to the country’s brave soldiers and freedom fighters. Following the flag hoisting ceremony, the Hilton Goa Resort team personally met with officers from the Police Department, Fire Brigade, and Primary Health Centre across North Goa including Calangute, Candolim, and Panjim, and expressed gratitude for their selfless service to the nation. The team handed special hamper boxes with homemade sweets to the public service personnel as a symbol of respect and admiration along with a Thank You card signed by the hotel team, appreciating and thanking them for all their hard work.
On this occasion, Amandeep Grover, General Manager, Hilton Goa Resort expressed, “Each day our public service personnel strives hard to protect the people, minimize crime, mitigate accidents and offer exceptional healthcare services to the people. It is our privilege to be able to express gratitude towards them with a humble gesture, on the occasion of India’s 75th Independence Day.”
Harsha Vallary, HR Manager, Hilton Goa Resort said, “While nothing can match the brave sacrifices of our armed forces protecting the country on national borders, our public service personnel are equally brave, selfless, and courageous in their service and contribution as they go the extra mile to create and maintain a peaceful community on an everyday basis. On behalf of Hilton Goa Resort, we extend heartfelt wishes of the 75th Independence Day of India to everyone!”
India offers a plentitude of historic stories, cultures, and cuisines, each magnificent in its own way. On the occasion of India’s 75th Independence Day, the hotel successfully celebrated the unwavering and formidable spirit of Independent India by offering a tribute to the noble public service personnel in Goa, just as it celebrates India’s diversity every day with its spirit for exceptional service!
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-
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Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management organised a workshop for under privileged women on 'How to make Modaks'
/Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management organised a workshop for under privileged women on 'How to make Modaks'
An initiative by the institute to help women to become self-dependent and earn a living
Pune August, 2022: Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management conducted an entrepreneurial workshop for 15 under-privileged ladies as part of their contribution to the Skill India Movement launched by the Indian government. Through this endeavour, Lexicon IHM want to help these women learn a skill which can be a source of income for them and their families.
During the workshop, the participants were introduced to the techniques and ingredients involved in making various delectable Indian sweets like Chocolate Modak, Pineapple Sheera, Dry fruit Modak & Coconut instant Modak etc. Along with the art of learning to make modaks, the women also learned concepts of managing the products, pricing, procurement etc.
“The innovative preparations and packaging of traditional sweets will definitely empower these women to think of creative methods of supplementing their incomes. I am sure skilling workshops like these will kindle the fire of entrepreneurship amongst the attendees”, said Gladvin Rego, Principal, Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management
This initiative by the Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management is a way to support underprivileged women with skills and knowledge that can help them to become their own masters, leading to improved livelihoods and enhance their quality of life. In this workshop it was seen that most of these women have a lot of unexplored talent and potential and with some support they can give a new direction to their lives.
Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management is a Hospitality Management Institute ‘By the Hoteliers, For the Hoteliers.’ The Institution is starting their first session this academic year and it has been developed to meet the requirements of the Hotel Industry and to prepare its students to be ‘Day Zero Professionals’.
TAAI to hold its 66th Cruising Convention in Singapore in August
/TAAI to hold its 66th Cruising Convention in Singapore in August
Office Bearers and Managing Committee Members at both National and Regional levels of TAAI informed and invited their members to the 66th Cruising Convention from 22nd ~ 25th August 2022.
Speaking about the event, Jyoti Mayal, President, TAAI said that the association's strength is in facilitating business-to-business and people-to-people contacts to support its members. And, therefore, we are inviting members to embark on a journey to rebuild the network and relationships post-pandemic.
A strong and committed travel trade professional for four decades; Mayal has been advocating the need for bilateral and multilateral tourism promotion even before taking over as the President in 2019. She shared that the close proximity of Singapore & the opportunity to promote regional tourism is the need of the hour to strengthen bi-lateral relations, develop trade, investments & tourism, to experience the serene beauty of destinations like Singapore and Penang, Malaysia.
Jay Bhatia, Vice President added that the TAAI’s 66th Cruising Convention will be a lifetime experience. The Cruise-to-Cruise experience will begin and end in Singapore. We have roped in the Royal Caribbean International and shall be boarding the ‘Spectrum of the Seas. The largest, best, and newest Cruise ship in the world, ‘Spectrum of the Seas’ offers great food, warm hospitality, and various other unique experience, apprised Bhatia.
Those looking forward to learning; networking; exploring; connecting to situations and people beyond their current, ones must immediately plan their participation and not miss out on exciting and momentous opportunities emphasized Bettaiah Lokesh, Hon Secretary General.
Shreeram Patel, Hon Treasurer informed that TAAI will soon be rolling out the registration opportunity. This 66th Cruising Convention is designed to be numbers restricted, however, basis availability we shall accommodate the maximum number of members, Patel assured.
Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre Organizes Punjabi Food Festival
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Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre Organizes Punjabi Food Festival
Hyderabad: Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre (NHCC) organizes an eclectic Punjabi food festival in collaboration with renowned Chef Jugesh Arora at Food Exchange NHCC. The weeklong festival promises to transport guests to the by-lanes of Punjab and fill in their senses with the aromas and flavours of authentic “Desi” food. With the lovely weather and perfect ambiance of the Food Exchange, the Punjabi Food Festival will showcase the spirit of Punjab in its most lovable form. The specially curated menu by Chef Jugesh Arora and the Culinary team of NHCC is inspired by traditional eateries, especially highway dhabas with an effort to present culinary secrets from the heartlands of Punjab.
Chef Jugesh Arora will cast his gastronomical spell of flavors and will display truly rustic elements of Punjabi cuisine. Food lovers can experience a huge variety of delectable and exotic Punjabi spreads over the week-long food festival, including vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes prepared using traditional methods including tandoori, roasted, and more. Additionally, Flavors of Punjab will also offer some interesting vegetarian dishes such as Paneer Tikka Jalandhari, Paneer Pakoda, Phalhari Chaat, Pethiwali Tikki, and Non-vegetarian spread will include Mogey Da Kukkad, Peshwari Murgh Malai Tikka, Bhatti Murgh, Chicken Pakoda, Meat Diya Seekhan, Kaleji Taka Tin, Machli Tikka and Talli Machli.
Expressing immense confidence in the fest, Mr. Manish Dayya, General Manager, Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre said, "We are delighted to host the Punjab food festival and treat people to the swag and flavors of traditional haute cuisine combined with music and fun. We are glad to have partnered with Chef Jugesh Arora who has worked closely with our team of chefs to bring forth this delectable spread of Punjabi food. With our constant commitment to the well-being of our communities and commitment to our F&B team and chefs, at NHCC we encourage them to do colorful and vibrant events which bring people together”.
The Punjabi Food Festival will deliver a special menu that will provide a unique experience of learning about the Punjabi culture while also enjoying the vibrant food culture of the state. This event is being organized at an ideal time and will lead to an enriching, delicious experience.
Chandiwala host Culinary Marathon of U S Cranberries
/Chandiwala host Culinary Marathon of U S Cranberries
Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology in association with US Cranberries, India successfully organized a CULINARY TRAINING WORKSHOP on July 26, 2022, on the college premises.
The event commenced with a traditional lamp lighting in the presence of the dignitaries and eminent guests including Mr. Mark Rossman, Ag Attaché, US Embassy, New Delhi, Mr. Sumit Saran, US Cranberry India representative, Chef Rakhee Vaswani, Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi, Chef Vikas Seth, Chef Yogesh Utekar, Chef Abhijit Saha and Mixologist Shatbhi Basu along with Mr. R K Bhandari, Principal, BCIHMCT, New Delhi.
The Culinary Marathon saw many innovative dishes being curated in front of a large gathering of students of BCIHMCT.
Chef Vikas Seth, Culinary Director, Embassy Leisure, infused cranberries in the Som Tam Salad (Thai recipe) and made Cranberry Som Tam Rolls. The recipe was eagerly noted down by budding chefs of hospitality who also asked him many questions including about the use of cranberries in traditional Indian cuisine and recipes.
Chef Rakhee Vaswani, Founder, Palate Culinary Studio & Academy, showcased her culinary skills through the skillful use of cranberries in the recipe of Liquid Cranberry Cheesecake. The recipe included Cranberry Compote, Cranberry Papad, Spiced Powder Mix, Crumbs and Cranberry Foam. Her recipe had the subtle and delicious flavors of the sweet cranberry compote along with crunchy butter crumble, and spiciness of cranberry papad.
The third demonstration by Chef Abhijit Saha,F&B Consultant and Restaurateur, Oenophile, Author, and Celebrity chef who has been recognised for his expertise in modern continental and European cooking. He made the audience familiar with his recipe ‘Arroz Con Vino Tinto Y Arándanos’ He focussed on the ingredients of Red wine-infused cranberries, Dried U S cranberry, Red wine, Fresh rosemary, Lemon zest, tomatoes and salt.
Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi, most recognized and popular chef of "Turban Tadka '' fame, was our fourth celebrity chef known for his enthusiasm, energetic and entertaining way of keeping the audiences in splits while creating interesting north indian recipes. He innovated with cranberries and made Cranberry Malai Chicken Tikka along with Cranberry infused Butter Chicken along with Cranberry Paratha and Salad.
Mixologist Ms Shatbhi Basu, India's First Female Bartender, Author and Bar & Beverage Consultant, then took everyone on the medley of flavours to make some amazing Mocktails, with a sweet amalgamation of Cranberry Juice, like "Cranberry & Kokum Medley" (Represented the tangy flavor of the south infused with the richness of nutrition of cranberries) and "Bay Bliss" (Punchiness of pineapple and peach). Her beverage recipes were very well received by the audience.
Towards the end of this amazing Culinary Marathon, Chef Sanjeev Kapoor, most conferred or celebrated face of Indian cuisine, graced the occasion ONLINE and interacted with the students. Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shared his life experiences and expressed his thoughts about the hotel management course, which has "An ocean of opportunities". He advised all to live with openness and adapt to the opportunities provided by the course on hospitality.
