With Independence Day just around the corner, followed by the extended weekend, the hoteliers are offering exclusive buffets and holiday options for discerning travellers. The hotels have gone out of their way to curate creative menus for their guests with themes like tricoloured menus, Regimental Zaika, Sharbats of India, etc.
Edesia, the global cuisine restaurant at Crowne Plaza Today New Delhi Okhla, presents the Independence Day food festival from August 15th to 19th at a 50% discount on lunch and dinner buffets (including food and soft beverages). The spread will feature flavours from around the world, including Indian, Italian, Chinese, and other international delights crafted by expert chefs.
W Goa celebrates Independence Day from August 14th to 18th, featuring a series of music events with local dancers and percussionists bringing the vibrant essence of Goa to life and a sumptuous Yum Cha-style brunch at Woobar.
Chaat Bistro, Jaipur, has curated an exclusive menu featuring the colours of the Indian flag, symbolising the unity and diversity of the nation. It includes tricolour sandwiches, tricolour dhokla, and idlis served with a trio of colourful chutneys, among other dishes, along with beverages such as lassi and khus-khus lemonade.
The Square Restaurant at Novotel Imagicaa too has curated a tricolour menu for Tricolour Food Fest on August 15, featuring Tiranga Mushroom Kebab, Trio Paneer Tikka, Subz Chaman-e-Bahar, Tiranga Pulao, Layered Suji Halwa, and Malai Chamcham, among others.
The Fern Hotels and Resorts presents ‘Regimental Zaika’, scheduled from August 10 to 18 across 25 select Fern properties. The festival celebrates India’s rich culinary heritage, inspired by the authentic dishes of various regiments and battalions of the Indian Army. The menu will feature delicacies such as Kashmiri Dum Aloo, Chana Amritsari, Kanyakumari Fish Curry, Pazham Pradhaman, Mati Mahor, Assamese Meat Curry, Mutton Pandhara Rassa, Gatta Pulao, and many more.
Shangri-La Eros New Delhi gears up for Independence Day, featuring brunch inspired by the iconic Army Messes across India. Tamra’s expert chefs have curated a special menu featuring legendary dishes, including the renowned Ambala Cant Mutton Curry along with Tipsy Pudding, Mutter Paneer, Rara Meat with Soft Pao, and Punjabi Chicken Tikka, each crafted to showcase the diversity and richness of Indian cuisine.
The Orchid Hotel Pune is celebrating this Independence Day at Boulevard, featuring an array of tricolour dishes.
Westin Sohna Resort & Spa will be hosting Flavours of Freedom Fest from August 15 to 18 at the Red Brick Room. From vibrant street food to traditional delicacies, the curated menu will showcase cuisines from the North, East, West, and South Frontiers on the 15th, 16th, 17th, and 18th of August, respectively.
JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru commemorates India’s 78th Independence Day with a multi-cuisine brunch at their signature restaurant, JW Kitchen, on August 15, 2024. The brunch at JW Kitchen will feature an extensive array of dishes spanning Asian, Western, Continental, and Regional Indian cuisines, a dedicated section of premium cold cuts for those who appreciate fine charcuterie, live cooking stations, and a Chaat counter.
This Independence Day, Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks is hosting a heartfelt celebration of nationhood and unity with the Braveheart Brunch, honouring the Bravehearts of our nation. The brunch will serve appetisers from different regions across the country and a main course inspired by traditional nrityam, featuring Murgh Tikka di Bhangra, Macchi Kathakali, Goshtana Ghoomar, and Yen Manipur, to vegetarian delights like Aloo Anardana Jamay Kuchipudi, Dhokla aur Khandvi Karavum Garba, and Subz Miloni Bharatanatyam. End your Braveheart Brunch on a sweet note with indulgent desserts like Rosogolla, Moong Dal Halwa, and Puran Poli.
Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru is celebrating Independence Day with the Desi Chaat fiesta at CUR8. Bringing the vibrant and diverse street foods of India right to the plate for a 10-day celebration from the 16th to the 25th of August, with special Sunday brunches on the 18th and 25th of August, the festival will serve Chowpatty Chat of Maharashtra, the juicy Puchkas of Kolkata, steamy Chole Kulche from the gullis of the capital city, spicy Samosa Chaat, Lucknowi Seekh Kebabs, and Basket Chaat from the land of the Nawabs, the tangiest Jhal Muri from Kolkata, and some good old Egg Fry Parotta from the South.
Lyfe Hotels Bhubaneswar has an array of special events planned for the entire month of August. From August 9th to 25th, chocolate aficionados can indulge in the Dark Fantasy Offer at Café Deli, where the menu will transform into a haven of dark chocolate desserts. Independence Day will be celebrated with a lavish brunch at Lyfe Kitchen, accompanied by live instrumental music and enhanced by face-painting activities and patriotic songs. On the 19th of August, Raksha Bandhan will be marked with a 20% discount on all meals and thoughtfully curated Raksha Bandhan Hampers, available from August 14, ensuring families have a memorable celebration.
One can even spend Independence Day and the extended weekend in the midst of a jungle among the lush greens of nature for quiet contemplation.
Tadoba Jungle Camp is an idyllic destination to enjoy the lush beauty of the rain and the thrill of wildlife spotting. The camp features 12 eco-luxury cottages that seamlessly blend with the undulating landscapes. Guests can explore the lodge’s 10-acre ecological park through various nature trails, immersing themselves in the rich biodiversity of the region, or go on a safari through Tadoba National Park to encounter the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger in its natural habitat.
The Leela Bhartiya City has curated a blend of luxury, adventure, and tranquillity for the long weekend ahead of Independence Day. Whether it’s cycling through Bhartiya City’s picturesque lanes lined with cherry-blossom lanes or venturing out to tour the sun-drenched Grover Zampa vineyards, whether it’s picnicking on the sprawling lawns of Central Park or unwinding at the lunar-cycle-inspired Amari spa, The Leela Bhartiya City caters to every desire.
Guests can also indulge in a variety of culinary offerings at The Leela Bhartiya City, from Falak serving dishes from the royal kitchens of India to The Library Bar’s array of fine wines and expertly crafted cocktails, the culinary offerings from South Asia at The Lotus Oriental, and global cuisine at Quattro.
Dharana at Shillim, within the serene Sahyadri Mountain Range of Maharashtra, is a wellness retreat rooted in tradition and ancient wisdom. One can opt for a well-being getaway for preventative medicine, physical restoration, healing nutrition, emotional balance, and spiritual harmony.
The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences presents The Leela Getaway, available from August 14th to August 19th. Guests will be welcomed with traditional Indian mithai and an invitation to the hotel’s flag-hoisting ceremony. The hotel also presents a lavish world-cuisine breakfast and a festive hi-tea accompanied by a captivating evening ritual performance. Adding to the offerings, each booking includes a generous INR 2,000 credit applicable to any hotel service
Hyatt Regency Delhi curates a Stay & Dine Package from August 15th to 19th. Guests can enjoy a staycation starting at INR 10,500 plus taxes per night. The package includes a hearty breakfast and another meal at Café, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant.
The Café will also host an Independence Day-themed brunch priced at INR 3,150 plus taxes on August 15th, featuring a selection of tricolour-themed dishes, desserts, and mocktails to celebrate the occasion in style.
Moxy Bengaluru Airport has curated a special edition of its Sunday Brunch, themed Sharbats of India, to celebrate Indian Independence Month. Held every Sunday, the Sharbats of India brunch will feature an array of classic and inventive sharbats from across the country, including Fuljar from Kerala, Buransh from Uttarakhand, Shahi Sharbat from Rajasthan, and more. In collaboration with Malhar Gin, Moxy Bengaluru Airport will present exclusive cocktails that blend traditional sharbats with a modern twist. The combination of Malhar Gin’s premium spirits with the expertly crafted sharbat menu promises a refreshing and innovative tasting experience. The brunch will also feature live music and interactive entertainment.
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) presents a remarkable showcase of India’s cultural and culinary diversity this Independence Day and Raksha Bandhan at its properties across Goa: Taj Exotica Resort & Spa; Taj Cidade de Goa; Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa; Taj Holiday Village Resort & Spa; The Yellow House, Anjuna—IHCL SeleQtions; Vivanta Goa, Panaji; Vivanta Goa, Miramar.
In the true spirit of Raksha Bandhan, explore an elegant selection of gift hampers meticulously designed to captivate and delight. Discover a range of specially curated mithai boxes, each offering a delightful selection of traditional sweets, thoughtfully chosen presents and specially curated assortments tailored to make it a memorable occasion. Qmin at Vivanta Goa, Panaji, offers a selection of heartfelt treats, luxurious chocolates and eco-friendly Rakhis.
