New beginings call for great celebrations and no celebration is complete without good food. Poila Boisakh, symbolizes a fresh start marked by joy, positivity and an unparalled enthusiasm for feasting. So, start your new year with a plate full of all things delicious. Here’s everything you need to know about the best spreads in the city.
Get Your Poila Boisakh Feast Fix At These Popular Places In The City
Ozora
On My Plate: Ozora has lined up a delectable array of Bengali delicacies and taste tickling desserts to make it a memorable celebration. The Bengali Food Festival includes items like Calcutta Maach Vaja, Chingri Chop, Vegetable Cutlet, Postor Bora, Lota Finger, veg and non veg Platters and Thalis having items like Posto Bata, Posto Aloo Dum, Phoolkapir Malai Curry and much more. There are non veg choices for Thalis too such as Vapa Ilish, Chicken Daak Bungalow, Kosha Mangsho, etc. End your meal on a sweet note with Mishti Doi Cheesecake, Rabri Shot & Parwal Kheer
What: Bengali Food Festival
When: 15th to 30th April, 2021
Pocket Pinch: Rs.1000 (exclusive of taxes)
For Reservations: 9836678686
Moti Mahal Delux
On My Plate: Get started with the Kabuli Soya Chaap, Tandoori Stuffed Aloo, Tandoori Aloo Tikka, Veg Kurkure, Tandoori salad. Non Veg Starters include Tandoori Prawns, Afgani Fish Tikka, Tandoori Pomfret and Mutton Burra. The scrumptious mains offer Dal Makhani, Butter chicken, Slice fish in mustard sauces, Veg Dum Biryani, Steam Rice and Bread Basket .The Dessert section will delight you with Kesar Phirni, Spongy Rasgulla and Mishti doi. Not to forget, the Special Mocktail Gondhoraj Julep and Tomato soup on the menu.
What: Poila Baishak Special
When: 12th to 18th April, 2021
Pocket Pinch: Rs.1100 (exclusive of taxes)
For Reservations: 9836678686
Royal China
On My Plate: There's some great fusion variety on offer at Royal China. Try ‘Flaming fish in superior sauce’, ‘Sliced fish in chilli oil and spring onion’, ‘Pan fried whole fish pomfret in black bean sauce’, ‘Steamed whole fish pomfret in ginger and spring onion’, ‘Pan fried whole fish bhekti in choice of sauce’, ‘Steamed whole fish bhekti in choice of sauce’ and ‘Steamed Chilean sea bass with ginger and spring onion’.
What: Fish Feast-ival
When: 12th to 16th April, 2021 (12 PM - 3.30 PM and 7 PM -11 PM)
Pocket Pinch: Rs.2500 (inclusive of taxes)
For Reservations: 033 40082121/9292, 8420085555
Monkey Bar
On My Plate: Indulge in nostalgic regional favourites, like Malabari Mutton Kulcha, Butter Chicken Kulcha, Thekewala Mutton Seekh and Bandel and Malai Fish Kebab and more. There is also the Paneer and Tarkari Shashlik for the vegetarians as well as all-time favourites like Tikki of Joy, Hot Wings, etc, to name a few. The ‘Mains’ offer a selection of signature dishes, with roots deeply entrenched in regional specialties from the Kayasth-influenced Chandraji’s Mutton Curry, Iranian- inspired Aunty Vinnie’s Berry Pulao and Punjabi- style Butter Chicken Khichdi. Try the Gundruk Fried Rice, Kerala style Ularthiyathu Fried Rice and a Chemmeen (Prawn) Fried Rice. Looking for more indulgence to celebrate this joyous day - a must have is the Nutella and Old Monk Chocolate Cake. Sip on Monkey Bar’s signature cocktails Sip Me Tender and Juicy Martini and raise a toast to unusual concoctions like Rasam Mary, Tomesh Collins, Pied Piper, and favourites like Copper Monkey and Mangaa.
What: Reimagined Regional Indian fare and cool cocktails
When: 14th to 18th April, 2021 (12 noon to 12 midnight)
Pocket Pinch: Meal for two with alcohol: Rs. 2000++/Meal for two without alcohol: Rs. 1400++
Club Fenicia
On My Plate: Club Fenicia is offering a Bengali New Year Special Buffet this year. Don't miss out on their Murshidabad Murg Biryani and Bhetki Paturi. The Kalakhand Kheer Sandesh and Aam Pora Sherbat are perfect to complement your indulgent meal.
What: Noboborshor Agaman
When: 15th April, 2021 (12 PM - 4 PM)
Pocket Pinch: Rs.1299 (inclusive of taxes)
Tribe Cafe
On My Plate: Tribe Cafe is celebrating Noboborsho with an indulgent menu. Dig into Chicken Caprese, Fish Florentine, Bhetki Meuniere, Egg Devil with minced chicken or pork. Add to that some Mango Magic in the form of a dessert.
What: Poila Boishakh Celebrations
When: 12th to 18th April, 2021 (11 AM - 10 PM)
Pocket Pinch: Rs.600 (inclusive of taxes)
What's Up Cafe
On My Plate: Take the trademark “Bangaliana” sophistication a notch higher by beginning your Noboborsho with a gastronomically delightful experience at What's Up Cafe. Apart from the gorgeous views and glorious food, there are live performances too. Dig into the sumptuous spread that includes Mutton Dahi Vada, Basanti Polau, Kosha Mangsho, Prawn Bhapa, Mutton Roast & Kashmiri Polau.
What: Poila Boishakh Celebrations
When: 15th April, 2021 (12 noon to 12 midnight)
Pocket Pinch: Rs.1200 (exclusive of taxes and liquor)
