How are you planning to spend Republic Day? Are you planning a big family meal at a snazzy North Indian diner or a more rested, long brunch with gal pals? Or maybe you want to go out after dark for some BBQ and music? The good news is, if you're in Bengaluru, you have all the options!
The city's eateries and hotels are coming up with signature menus and specially curated line-ups to mark India's 75th Republic Day. So, whether you want to go on a family-style binge or some fusion picks, here's where you should head:
Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks
Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks is hosting a feast titled 'From Cart Wheel To Benz – The Evolution Of Indian Cuisine' curated by their in-house culinary team. The spread will feature some standout dishes inspired by the bustling streets of India and some of the royal kitchens across the country.
Guests can experience options like Dal Pakwan, Teevan Mutton, Bhee Patata, Litti Chokka, Jodhpuri Mirch Wada, and Amritsari Machchi, to name a few of them. They can also savour some rare dishes from the royal kitchens such as the Malabar Koon Fry, Arunachal Panch Tarkari Curry, Travancore Kozhi Roast, Golkonda Boti Kabab, Pudukkottai Meen Fry, and Patiyala Shahi Murgh
Price: INR 2624
Venue: Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks
Address: off Intermediate Ring Road, Embassy Golf Links Business Park, Challaghatta, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560071
For Reservation and Queries, Contact: 7353759820/ 7353759831
Hyatt Centric, MG Road
The hotel’s diner The Bengaluru Brasserie is offering delicacies from the cultural heartlands of the nation. Indulge your palate in dishes like the succulent Afghani Murgh Tikka from the old lanes of Punjab, the aromatic Tawa Machchi from the East, and Chicken Chettinad from the coastal corners of Tamil Nadu. Foodies can also sample some vegetarian options like the South Indian Tarkari Gojju, North Indian Paneer Sagwala and regal Rajasthani Shrikhand.
Time: Lunch- 12.30 PM to 3.30 PM
Dinner- 7.30 PM to 11.00 PM
Date: January 22-26, 2024
Price: Veg Thali- INR 1399 +
Non-Veg Thali- INR 1699 +
For more information, please call: 9591510193
Sheraton Grand Bangalore
If you’re looking for brunch options, head to the Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway which will set up a lavish brunch featuring dishes from all corners of India. There will be live stations featuring Rajasthani Rasoi, Gujarati Farsan Station, Amchi Mumbai Corner, and a number of standout numbers including Awadhi Gosht, Tari Wale Chole, Kashmiri Bharwan Gucci, Kerala Fish Curry, and many more. And don't forget to try their hot Gajar Halwa!
Date: January 26 and 28
Timing: 12:30 - 4 PM
Price: INR 3700 (Brunch with Beverages ) | INR 2700 Prices are excluding taxes
Hotel Royal Orchid Bangalore
Head to their all-day dining restaurant, Limelight, which will serve delectable dishes from all 28 states of India. From Hara Matar Ki Dhoka from West Bengal, Kumbhaniya Bhajiya from Gujarat and Veg Ponganalu from Andhra to Cheesy Kadak Seekh from Delhi, Malavani fish tikka from Maharashtra and Kozhi Porichathu chicken fry from Kerala.
For mains, choose from dishes like Mouradabadi Chicken Biryani from Uttar Pradesh, Mohan mass from Rajasthan, Jalandhari rara Murgh from Punjab and Bili Menasu Nibehanu Meen fry from Karnataka.
Venue: Limelight – Hotel Royal Orchid Bangalore
Date and Time: January 26
The Leela Palace
Want a truly swanky experience, head to the Zen at The Leela Palace Zen where Chef Jesse Blake, Akina’s culinary director will showcase some terrific modern dishes influenced by Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia. With a keen focus on utilising seasonal ingredients, the chef is set to craft a modern twist on Japanese cuisine. Don’t miss out on exploring their bar ZLB 23 which was recently recognised for Best Bar Design by 30BestBarsIndia
Address: 23, HAL Old Airport Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Kodihalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560008•080 2521 1234
Date: January 26 and 27
For reservations, call +91 8951974424
Phurr
If you're looking for a gourmet vegetarian affair, head to the newly opened Phurr. The unique bird-themed restaurant is gaining some traction on social media and has some great signatures. Try their elevated chaats like peri peri roasted pineapple and curry leaf paneer tikka, or their artisanal appetisers like ghee roast mushroom, chin chin roll and ratatouille gujiya. Don't miss out on the cocktails and themed beverages like Citrus Hermit, Mocking Jay and Old Goa Sunbird.
Address: 40, 22nd Cross Rd, Jayanagar 3rd Block, Jayanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560011
Timing: 12 to 4 pm; 7 to 11:30 pm