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NEW GUJARATI MENU UNVEILED 

@ SHAKAHARI, JW MARRIOTT PUNE

Shakahari, JW Marriott Pune’s one-of-a-kind specialty vegetarian restaurant, is introducing new culinary favourites from across India to their existing menu, by unveiling the addition of a lavish spread of authentic & popular Gujarati dishes. Curated by Maharaj Jai Kishen, this menu will have guests enjoy handcrafted dishes laden with traditional Gujarati charm. The new menu will offer an array of traditional recipes which will showcase the various flavours and spices of the land. Be it appetizers such as Sandwich Dhokla and Handvo, Undhiyu, Gujarati Kadhi or Methi Thepla, the new menu weaves together the culinary threads from different regions of the state to create a complete Gujarati gastronomic experience. For the guests with a sweet tooth, the Mishthan Bhandar at Shakahari leaves them spoilt for choice with a large variety of mouth-watering delicacies. Shakahari invites all its patrons to relish this newly launched Gujarati menu and will continue to serve them popular regional delicacies from their existing Rajasthani spread.

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT: 020 6683 3333 or visit www.jwpune.com 

SOUL SATURDAYS WITH SAWAN KIRPAL RUHANI MISSION 

@ PHOENIX MARKETCITY

Find Inner & Outer Peace through Meditation

Attend the Soul Saturdays event by Sawan Kirpal Ruhani Mission at Phoenix Marketcity, East Court and learn the art of living a stress-free life through meditation and balance a busy lifestyle. Sawan Kirpal Ruhani Mission is a non-profit organization that provides a forum for people to learn meditation, experience personal transformation, and bring about inner and outer peace under the guidance of H.H. Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj. 

WHERE: East Court, Lower Ground Floor, Opposite Phoenix Marketcity, Nagar Road

WHEN: August 26, 2017

TIMING: 10 AM – 11 AM

PRICING: Entry Free

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT OR WHATSAPP:  9561289291

SAVOUR PALATABLE RAJASTHANI CUISINE

@ 3 SPICES, DOUBLETREE BY HILTON

3 Spices at Double Tree by Hilton brings to its patrons the ‘Rajasthani Food Festival’. This ten-day extravaganza will serve some of the most authentic delicacies from Rajasthan and also showcase its vibrant culture. The par excellent chefs have personally designed and handpicked the menu which consists of the best known Rajasthani veg and non-veg dishes. The restaurant wishes to give its patrons an unforgettable culinary experience and hence have invited specialty guest chef Dharmendra Singh all the way from Hilton Jaipur in jugalbandi with Doubletree Hilton Pune’s very own Chef Joy Dey. To add an extra zing and take you on a palatable journey of the Rajasthani culture, the restaurant will be dressed in lively Rajasthani colours with traditional folk music played in the background.

WHERE: 3 Spices, DoubleTree by Hilton, Chinchwad

WHEN: Till August 31, 2017

TIMING: Dinner Only

‘FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS’ WITH ANUP MURAKA 

@ KRUSTYS, KHARADI

Anup Murarka is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist based out of Pune. Since 2011, Anup has been performing shows in Pune & other parts of the country.  A typical power packed performance of Anup comprises of songs ranging from retro to folk to Sufi, Indie & Bollywood, all performed in his unique style. So, groove into his best mashups this Thursday at Krusty’s, World Trade Centre, Kharadi. 

WHERE: Krusty’s, World Trade Centre, Kharadi

WHEN: August 24, 2017

TIMING: 9 PM

SAY GANPATI BAPPA MORYAA 

@ COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT, PUNE CHAKAN

Ganesha Chaturthi is celebrated with spectacular display and cheerfulness. Pune celebrates Ganesha Chaturthi with great pomp, complete enthusiasm and welcomes lord Ganesha with Dhol Tasha Pathak and also his favourite ‘Modak’. So this year don’t miss the chance to visit the mesmerizing Ganpati idols in Pune. Come to Courtyard by Marriott, Pune Chakan and book a stay and enjoy VVIP visit to 4 of the most prominent Ganpati pandals in Pune city.

WHERE: Courtyard by Marriott Pune, Chakan

WHEN: Till August 27, 2017

PRICING: Rs. 5, 500 + Taxes

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT: 213566 6666 or email cy.pnqck.reservations@courtyard.com

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MULTI-CULTURAL LUXURIOUS SPA RITUAL THIS SEASON 

@ JW MARRIOTT PUNE

JW Marriott Pune’s signature Quan Spa announces the launch of their monsoon-special indulgence package. It brings a mix of therapies with handpicked multi-cultural experiences to vitalize your mind and body called ‘The Indoceane Spa Ritual’. This luxurious four step relaxation journey at one of the biggest Quan spa in the country is sure to soothe your senses and transport you to a state of serenity. This carefully designed ritual of 150-minutes begins on a Mediterranean note with a sweet-savory body scrub. The second step is that of an Oriental body wrap, inspired from the land of China. Next, a traditional Indian oil massage from the land of Ayurveda helps you de-stress and relaxes every cell in your body. It ends with a rich & sensual milk bathing session, sure to transport you to back to ancient Egyptian ritual. Come experience this multi-cultural pampering journey at Quan Spa.

WHERE: Quan Spa, JW Marriott Pune, Senapati Bapat Road

DURATION: 2 Hrs 30 minutes

PRICING: Rs. 8,000 (Tax as applicable; Discount is not valid in conjunction with any other offer.)

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT: Quan Spa +91 6683 2380/2376)

ENJOY COCKTAIL BLENDS FROM CAMPARI 

@ JW MARRIOTT PUNE

JW Marriott Pune invites you to the Negroni Week 2017 - an international week-long charity initiative. The Negroni week brings people together to celebrate the iconic Campari-based bittersweet classic cocktail; whilst raising money for some great charitable causes. The bittersweet classic cocktail phenomenon is a trend that transcended from its birthplace in Italy to the rest of the world, resulting in the international critical acclaim of the Negroni – the ultimate Campari-based, Italian, bittersweet classic cocktail. Join us to celebrate the iconic Campari-based bittersweet classic cocktail at the Negroni week. 

WHERE: Lobby Bar, Mi-A-Mi, Alto Vino and Paasha; JW Marriott Hotel Pune, Senapati Bapat Road 

WHEN: Till June 11, 2017

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT: +91 98232 32373

FUN WITH CLAY 

@ ART2DAY GALLERY

Art2Day has organised unique terracotta workshop titled “FUN WITH CLAY” for anybody & everybody who wants to explore clay handling basic techniques. There’s nothing quite fulfilling than creating something with your own hands. Workshop will be taken by Dilip Thakar, a professional, who has been working in this medium for last 10 years. Participants will be trained on using hand building techniques like Slab Method, Pinch Method and Coil Method.​ Limited admission per batch.

WHERE: Art2Day Gallery, 805, The Reverie,  Above Skoda Showroom, Bhandarkar Road

WHEN: From June 10, 2017 Onwards; Two Weekends (Saturday - Sunday)

TIMING: 11 AM – 1 PM (2 Hours Per Day) 

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT: 9822041899 (10 AM – 6 PM)

STREET FOOD FESTIVAL 

@ FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON PUNE

Step in for a heady mix of good times & good food as The Eatery recreates the ever delicious street food experience right here in its exquisite environs for you. Guess what? All lip smacking street foods right in the lap of Luxury. One can splurge on a Street food diet at the Eatery while enjoying an assortment of Pani Puri, Kathi Roll, Assorted Pakora and lots more. Satiate your Street food cravings. 

WHERE: The Eatery, Four Points by Sheraton Pune, Nagar Road

WHEN: June 10 – 17, 2017

TIMING: 7.30 PM Onwards

PRICING: Rs. 1050 + Taxes

SOUTH INDIAN CUISINE 

@ MOMO CAFÉ, COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT PUNE CHAKAN

South Indian food has always been popular in India for its various offerings. The chefs at Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan will take you to the culinary zone of South as they prepare scrumptious dishes that you would not want to miss. It’s time to treat your taste buds with delicacies from the South Indian palette as Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan invites you for an exhilarating South Indian Food Festival – “Taste of South”. Through this festival, treat yourself to a plethora of authentic South Indian delicacies. Choose from an extensive menu featuring signature delicacies such as Malabar Paratha with Korma (Kerala style), Chepala Pulusu (Andhra Style Fish Curry), Mutton Chops Masala, Nandu Chettinadu (Chettinadu Crab), Vazhaipoovada (Banana Flower Fritters), Semiya Payasam (Vermicelli Kheer) spread across the buffet. So get ready for a ride through the exciting and varied cuisines of South India.

Where: MoMo Café, Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan

When: June 9 – 16, 2017

Timing: 12.30– 3.30 PM (Lunch); 7 – 10.45 PM (Dinner)

Pricing: Rs. 1000 + Taxes

NU-EDGE PERFORM LIVE 

@ WYNKK

Live, in the presence of all the action is how Rock is supposed to be heard and to give you that Nu-Edge is coming to Wynkk the Lounge & Bar this Saturday! The band consists of Lead Vocalist/Guitars Robie Wood , Lead Guitarist Swaroop Bhatra  & Drummer Kunal Rohit. All the members belong to different parts of India and came together for their common love & passion for music. The band is known for their outstanding performances of rock, reggae and Sufi. From the ballads of the 60’s, 70s Pop, Rock and Roll to some Classics Rock, from R.D Burman to A.R Rahman and Soulful Sufi they will be playing it all.  

amazing rocking experience, Pune’s Alternative Rock band

WHERE: WYNKK The Lounge, Symphony C, Ashok Nagar, Range Hills Road, Shivajinagar

WHEN: June 10, 2017

TIMING: 8 PM Onwards 

PRICING: Free Entry

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT: 7030855224

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS FEAT. RAUSHAN VERMA 

@ KRUSTYS, KHARADI

Krustys Bistro & Bar brings “Friday Night Lights” only for Punekars in Kharadi. This Friday, we have Raushan Verma to keep you high on the music on “Friday Night Lights” evening. Raushan Verma is a versatile singer, songwriter and guitarist who’s performance ranges from Indian contemporary to Rock ‘n roll, classic rock, opera, and pop. His genre versatility and energy on stage will have you spell bound. In 2012 he recorded his first album “Centre of Origin”, which was released in March 2014. His influence have been R&B, Pop, Soul, Retro, Classic rock. So end your week on a happy note with chilled cocktail, fantastic European food, great company and awesome live music for the soul.

WHERE: Krustys Bistro & Bar, Kharadi

WHEN: June 9, 2017

TIMING: 9 PM Onwards

THE NEW SUPER HEALTHY FOODS MENU 

@ TGI FRIDAYS™

TGI Fridays, a global casual dining leader, has announced its new Super Foods menu. From May to July diners can enjoy a whole new menu packed with health and nutrition which is flavorful too. Super Foods like beans, broccoli, blueberries, salmon, spinach, tomatoes, walnuts and yogurt are powerful natural ingredients that are loaded with excellent nutritional benefits. The new Super Foods menu features appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts that are filled with nutritional multi-taskers to keep guests feeling healthy and fantastic. With the new Super Foods menu, coming to Fridays becomes delicious and Healthy too. As we all know, super heroes can never linger long in one place, so hurry in soon to try these limited time Super Foods. 

WHEN: May to July 2017,

WHERE: TGI Fridays is located at: 3rd Floor Seasons Mall, Magarpatta City, Hadapsar

TIMING: 12 Noon to 12 Midnight

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT: 020-67237985/88 or visit www.tgifindia.com

INTERNATIONAL PHOTO CONTEST 

@ THE ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE PUNE

The Alliance Française de Pune presents the annual “FASHION AND DRESS CODES” Photo Contest to show the extent and the wealth of heritage, of contemporary creativity, and of innovations all over the world. The theme is “La Mode et les Codes Vestimentaires” – “Fashion and Dress Codes”. Participation is free & open to all non-professional & semi-professional photographers aged 18 and above. The “Grand Prize Winner” will be invited to spend one week in Paris by the Fondation Alliance Française. Some photos submitted by the “Grand Prize Winner” and the “Finalists” will be exhibited in a group exhibition at a Parisian art space chosen by the Fondation Alliance Française and/or at the gallery of the Fondation. All participants from Pune will win gifts from the Alliance Française de Pune for their participation.

REGISTRATIONS OPEN: Until June 11, 2017

RULES & REGULATIONS: visit http://pune.afindia.org/events/fashion-and-dress-codes-photo-contest/  

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT: email marketing.afpune@afindia.org or Call +91 020 25668001/2/3

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CRICKET FEVER @ALFRESCO, DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON

Alfresco at DoubleTree by Hilton is inviting all cricket lovers to enjoy the end of the Cricket Fever with specially curated dishes that pricks your taste buds. Enjoy the striking strokes of our champions with our cricket inspired munchies like ‘Rising Pune’s Thecha Paneer’, ‘Mumbai Indian’s special Chilli &  Country cheddar Toast’, ‘Kolkata knight Rider’s kathi roll’ and many more all to be washed down with chilled Beers which will guarantee a high spirited experience! So come along and cheer your Favorite Team with us as it’s the end of the Season!

WHEN: Till May 21, 2017

WHERE: Alfresco, DoubleTree by Hilton, Chinchwad

TIMING: 4.00 PM / 7.30pm Onwards (Depending on the match schedule)           

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS FEAT. MIKE PEREIRA @ KRUSTYS, KHARADI

Krustys Bistro & Bar brings “Friday Night Lights” only for Punekars. The best way to beat the week’s blues is by indulging into an entertaining Friday evening with a live performance by fun Pop bands, performing covers and happy songs. Mike is a veteran of the western music scene in Pune, with over 25 years of performing experience with a list of venerable bands and artists including Agnee, Strange Brew, Chris n Mike and Chehre. With his rock-solid experience, vast and varied musical repertoire and ability to calmly and effectively deal with any performance related contingencies, he has what it takes to shine in any musical situation. He performs regularly in venues all over India. His repertoire includes over 1500 song covers which includes hits ranging from Retro to Modern Pop. So end your week on a happy note with chilled cocktail and music for the soul.

WHERE: Krustys Bistro & Bar, Kharadi

WHEN: May 19, 2017

TIMING: 9 pm Onwards   

                   

EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS BY NARAYAN BHOSAWALE @ ART2DAY GALLERY

Please check the 13^th solo paintings exhibition by Narayan Bhosawale from Gulbarga, Karnataka. Narayan retired as an Art Teacher and have been pursuing painting for last 40 years. Bhosawale has been part of number of group shows in Karnataka & other states, has been writing articles in Kannada magazine and has authored 4 books. The exhibition has been sponsored & financed by the Dept. of Kannada & Culture Bengaluru.

WHERE: Art2Day Gallery, 805, Reverie, Above Skoda Car Showroom, Bhandarkar Road

WHEN: Till May 19, 2017

TIMING: 11.30 AM to 6.30 PM 

CONTACT: 020 2564 8099 or email art2day@gmail.com or visit www.art2day.co.in

THE NEW SUPER HEALTHY FOODS MENU @ TGI FRIDAYS™

TGI Fridays, a global casual dining leader, has announced its new Super Foods menu. From May to July diners can enjoy a whole new menu packed with health and nutrition which is flavorful too. Super Foods like beans, broccoli, blueberries, salmon, spinach, tomatoes, walnuts and yogurt are powerful natural ingredients that are loaded with excellent nutritional benefits. The new Super Foods menu features appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts that are filled with nutritional multi-taskers to keep guests feeling healthy and fantastic. With the new Super Foods menu, coming to Fridays becomes delicious and Healthy too. As we all know, super heroes can never linger long in one place, so hurry in soon to try these limited time Super Foods. 

WHEN: May to July 2017,

WHERE: TGI Fridays is located at: 3rd Floor Seasons Mall, Magarpatta City, Hadapsar

TIMING: 12 Noon to 12 Midnight

FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT: 020-67237985/88 or visit www.tgifindia.com

SEA WORLD @ PHOENIX MARKETCITY PUNE

Blending imagination with nature, Phoenix Marketcity Pune creatively showcases a collection of mystical sea creatures that reside in the depths of the ocean, using balloons. Superbly crafted installations displayed all around the mall are put together by a world-renowned balloon artist Kobi. He has the record of thousands of awe-inspiring balloon designs in his kitty, one of his latest projects for world peace was a 27m high dove. The showcase reflects the exotic beauty of underwater life, with on-ground and suspended displays. The week-long exhibit will feature various larger than life works of art such as Black & White Whale (13ft), Oval Aquarium (20ft) Octopus of size (15ft) Mermaid on rock (10ft) among many others. All will be put together using approximately 15,000 balloons to bring in a never seen before experience for Punekars. 

WHERE: Atriums, Phoenix Marketcity Pune, Nagar Road

WHEN:  From May 17, 2017 Onwards

TIMING: 11.00 AM to 9.00 PM (Mall Working Hours)

CONTACT: 020 66890085

GOAN FOOD FESTIVAL WITH CHEF SELESTER 

@ SPICE KITCHEN JW MARRIOTT PUNE

Enjoy the lip-smacking Goan specialties in your city this summer at Spice Kitchen, JW Marriott Pune. Curated by cuisine expert Chef Selester, , the Sous Chef at Goa Marriott Resort & Spa, the Goan Food Festival will offer the best of authentic Goan flavours, which is sure to take you back to the shacks of Goa. Growing up on the beaches of northern Goa and cooking local Goan food, Chef Selester has an in-depth understanding of the nuances of the cuisine. The festival will offer a buffet that will include an extensive range of authentic and signature delicacies from the state of Goa. Come indulge in a Goan feast like never before at the JW Marriott Pune.

WHERE: Spice Kitchen, JW Marriott Pune, Senapati Bapat Road

WHEN: Till May 27, 2017

DINNER BUFFET PRICING: Sunday – Thursday: Rs. 1300 + Taxes; Friday & Saturday: Rs. 1450 + Taxes

 FOR ENQUIRIES, CONTACT: 020 66833333

FRENCH FILM SCREENINGS BY ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE PUNE 

@ LOST THE PLOT

As part of a long French Film Festival, the Alliance Française de Pune with Lost the Plot is pleased to La Femme Nue (Lulu in the Nude) by Solveig AnsPach and Tristesse Club (Fool Circle) by Vincent Mariette. The movies come with English subtitles.  

invite cinema-lovers to French film screenings. See

WHERE: Lost the Plot, Seasons Hotel, Aundh

WHEN: May 24, 2017

TIMING: 8 PM

PRICING: Free Entrance

FOR RESERVATIONS, CONTACT: +91 8308174419

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FILTER KAAPI AT JUST RE 1 @ UPSOUTH EXPRESS

Grab an authentic South Indian Filter Kaapi at just Rs. 1, if you buy a plate of idli or dosa or medu wada or any favourite South Indian dish of yours, at UpSouth Express. Or buy your cup of filter Kaapi at Rs. 15 and get your second cup of filter coffee at just Re.1. Truly great value for money combined with supreme quality! 

WHERE: UpSouth Express, at Camp & Kondhwa 

WHEN: Till December 31, 2016

TIMING: 7 AM – 10 PM

FLAVOURS OF BENGAL @ BOTTLEDECK

BottleDeck is bringing to Pune their first food festival ‘FLAVOURS OF BENGAL’. Part of this

festival will also be a 3-day exhibition showcasing cultural artifacts, paintings, clothes etc and bringing a little bit of Bengal. Chef Hanumant is proficient in the cuisine and wants the patrons to savor authentic Bengali flavours. Popular dishes like Mishti Doi, Rosgulla, and Macher Jhol will be part of the menu.

PHOTO CREDIT: www.youtube.com  

WHERE: BottleDeck, Baner

WHEN: From December 9, 2016 Onwards

FOR RESERVATIONS, CONTACT: +91 7745022200, 7745022211

DJ ‘EDWARD MAYA’ TO SET THE STAGE AT PHOENIX MARKETCITY PUNE 

Europe’s leading EDM artiste Edward Maya is ready to set the stage on fire with live performance at Phoenix Marketcity Pune on Saturday. Together with him, Queen of Electronica Ma Faiza and India’s no.1 trance DJ Get Massive will enthrall Punekars with six hours of pure EDM a.k.a electronic dance music. So roll up your sleeves and tie your laces tight to dance on the pumping beats!

WHERE: Liberty Square at Phoenix Marketcity Pune, Nagar Road

WHEN:  December 3, 2016

TIMING: 4 PM Onwards

GERMAN JAZZ GROUP MELT TRIO @ MAZDA HALL

The Melt Trio is a guitar trio that does without any comparison. After two highly praised recordings - ‘Melt’ in 2011 and ‘Hymnolia’ in 2013, they presented their third album ‘Stroy' in August 2016. Hear them perform at Mazda Hall. The brothers Peter & Bernhard Meyer are on guitars and bass, while Moritz Baumgärtner is on drums. They have invented a sound that boldly yet humbly overrode all established concepts of jazz improvisation.  

PHOTO CREDIT: www.thehindu.com

WHERE: Mazda Hall, Dastur Primary School, Opp. Ladies Club, Camp

WHEN: December 2, 2016

TIMING: 7 PM

PRICING: Free Entry

CINEMA & STAND UP TO CELEBRATE WORLD DISABILITY DAY @ LOST THE PLOT PUNE

This World Disability Day, LTP wants to create a space, one big ballroom, where the abled and the differently abled can come together on a common floor, share like experiences and focus on what can bring us close, using the two means everybody loves – laughter & cinema. Joining them is comedian Kapil Patwardhan and making her debut in the comedy circuit,  independent writer and journalist Sweta Mantrii! The films shown are Disability: A State of Mind – a film by Sweta Mantrii and Dance for Parkinson’s disease – a film by Tapan Pandit.  

WHERE: Lost the Plot Pune, Seasons Hotel, Aundh

WHEN: December 2, 2016

TIMING: From 7.15 PM Onwards,

PRICING: Entry Free and Happy Hours are on until 8 PM

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Sarhad Ke Pakwaan Food Festival at The Westin Pune Koregaon Park

The Sarhad Ke Pakwan food festival at Kangan, The Westin Pune Koregaon Park is perfect foodie's attraction longing for food from Kashmir, Punjab & Rajasthan. It is on till September 30, 2016

(L-R) Rabri, Shakore Ki Phirni and Malpua

It's always a task to present food or cuisines which are as authentic as the ones at home. The Westin Pune Koregaon Park has been doing that with a bit of reinvention. They have a reputation to bringing cuisines from all around for its valued customers who throng its varied restaurants to pounce on their food offerings. This time, it is Sarhad ke Pakwan, a food festival serving northern cuisines of India at Kangan. As you guessed it, the festival is serving Kashmiri, Rajasthani and Punjabi delights in a ala carte fashion and will be available every evening till September 30.

The starters are what you call the superb starting point of the delightful food experience. One of the best starters would obviously be the Tabak Maaz which is a mild preparation of lamb ribs cooked with milk on slow flame and mildly flavored with Kashmiri spices. The meat's tenderness and slight flavored wows you and apparently it goes well with the red chutney served along. I though had it just like that. The Bhatti Ki Tangri which is chicken drumsticks marinated with bhatti ka masala is another winner which melts in your mouth on every bite. The masala is neither too spicy nor too mellow. Just right! While the Jodhpuri Paneer Tikka and Bhatti Ki Khumb are interesting, the Amritsari Fish Tikka is another option for non-vegetarians. The fresh fish becomes tangy with the slightly spiciness of the masala which has garam masala. I loved the Nadru Chorma which is lotus steam flavored with whole masalas. This Kashmiri fried delicacy with a slightly chewy consistency tastes great with the walnut chutney served along. 

Bhatti Ki Tangri

When I went over to the main course, I was already wowed courtesy the starters. I was simply intrigued of what will come next. I loved the Martaban Gosht which is pickled flavored lamb. This is another melt-in-your-mouth delicacy. Though pickled, the spices are not overwhelming. While the Baingan Ka Bharta is well-prepared. I preferred the Amrud Ki Sabzi which is a Rajasthani preparation consisting of guava flavoured with kalonji, coriander and cumin. You get suprised with the fact that guava tastes so well as a main course. The Papad Mangodi is another Rajasthani delicacy consisting of lentil flatbread and deep fried fried lentil dumpling with tomatoes. I found the turmeric dominated taste perfect. The dal selection is another winner at the food festival. I loved the Kashmiri Rajma & Maa Ki Daal which are midly flavoured with different spices and are distinct. You keep on wanting more. The Kashmiri Pulao with nuts and saffron wows you on its own and is fragrantly tasty with ghee. 

Nadru Chorma

The finishing touch happens to be  Malpua with Rabri which needs to be tried after a lovely dinner. A word of warning - this heavy sweet dish is not for the faint-hearted. The sweet pancake served with rabri of condensed milk & nuts makes you all quiet and focus on just eating. The Shakore Ki Phirni is a rice cooked sweet of milk and flavored with saffron. It has the right sweetness and does not overwhelm you. But do not mix the two sweet dishes together.

Kulchas

On till September 30, the Sarhad Ke Pakwaan food festival at Kangan, The Westin Pune Koregaon Park is a perfect offering for you and your family. Be there in the evenings to enjoy a good meal. Nothing to beat it! 

Jodhpuri Paneer Tikka

Sarhad Ke Pakwaan Food Festival at The Westin Pune Koregaon Park

The Sarhad Ke Pakwan food festival at Kangan, The Westin Pune Koregaon Park is perfect foodie's attraction longing for food from Kashmir, Punjab & Rajasthan. It is on till September 30, 2016

(L-R) Rabri, Shakore Ki Phirni and Malpua

It's always a task to present food or cuisines which are as authentic as the ones at home. The Westin Pune Koregaon Park has been doing that with a bit of reinvention. They have a reputation to bringing cuisines from all around for its valued customers who throng its varied restaurants to pounce on their food offerings. This time, it is Sarhad ke Pakwan, a food festival serving northern cuisines of India at Kangan. As you guessed it, the festival is serving Kashmiri, Rajasthani and Punjabi delights in a ala carte fashion and will be available every evening till September 30.

The starters are what you call the superb starting point of the delightful food experience. One of the best starters would obviously be the Tabak Maaz which is a mild preparation of lamb ribs cooked with milk on slow flame and mildly flavored with Kashmiri spices. The meat's tenderness and slight flavored wows you and apparently it goes well with the red chutney served along. I though had it just like that. The Bhatti Ki Tangri which is chicken drumsticks marinated with bhatti ka masala is another winner which melts in your mouth on every bite. The masala is neither too spicy nor too mellow. Just right! While the Jodhpuri Paneer Tikka and Bhatti Ki Khumb are interesting, the Amritsari Fish Tikka is another option for non-vegetarians. The fresh fish becomes tangy with the slightly spiciness of the masala which has garam masala. I loved the Nadru Chorma which is lotus steam flavored with whole masalas. This Kashmiri fried delicacy with a slightly chewy consistency tastes great with the walnut chutney served along. 

Bhatti Ki Tangri

When I went over to the main course, I was already wowed courtesy the starters. I was simply intrigued of what will come next. I loved the Martaban Gosht which is pickled flavored lamb. This is another melt-in-your-mouth delicacy. Though pickled, the spices are not overwhelming. While the Baingan Ka Bharta is well-prepared. I preferred the Amrud Ki Sabzi which is a Rajasthani preparation consisting of guava flavoured with kalonji, coriander and cumin. You get suprised with the fact that guava tastes so well as a main course. The Papad Mangodi is another Rajasthani delicacy consisting of lentil flatbread and deep fried fried lentil dumpling with tomatoes. I found the turmeric dominated taste perfect. The dal selection is another winner at the food festival. I loved the Kashmiri Rajma & Maa Ki Daal which are midly flavoured with different spices and are distinct. You keep on wanting more. The Kashmiri Pulao with nuts and saffron wows you on its own and is fragrantly tasty with ghee. 

Nadru Chorma

The finishing touch happens to be  Malpua with Rabri which needs to be tried after a lovely dinner. A word of warning - this heavy sweet dish is not for the faint-hearted. The sweet pancake served with rabri of condensed milk & nuts makes you all quiet and focus on just eating. The Shakore Ki Phirni is a rice cooked sweet of milk and flavored with saffron. It has the right sweetness and does not overwhelm you. But do not mix the two sweet dishes together.

Kulchas

On till September 30, the Sarhad Ke Pakwaan food festival at Kangan, The Westin Pune Koregaon Park is a perfect offering for you and your family. Be there in the evenings to enjoy a good meal. Nothing to beat it! 

Jodhpuri Paneer Tikka