Where and how to celebrate Christmas 2015 in Kolkata? Where to go for family party in Christmas 2015? Countdown of Christmas 2015 and New Years Eve has been started. Read this article to know where and how to celebrate Christmas 2015 in Kolkata.
Kolkata Christmas Festival 2015 will start on 18 December and will continue for 2 weeks. The Christmas festival 2015 will end on 2 January 2016.
Special features of Christmas festival 2015 in Kolkata
A two-hour-long Christmas parade will be held at Park Street on December 20 from 10 am. Various schools will participate in the parade.
Vehicular traffic would be closed on Park Street on December 25 and 40 food stalls will be set up all along Park Street to serve delicacies from various communities. Stalls of cakes, decorations and other Christmas goodies will be there at Park Street. Some of the stalls will be run by charitable institutions.
Christmas without music is unthinkable. There will be live music performed by popular city bands playing Western music and Christmas music at Allen Garden.
Special choir performances will be held on the first few days of the festival. The entire area and surroundings - from St Paul's Cathedral to Park Street and Mullick Bazaar will be decorated with Christmas lights.
The Kolkata Christmas Festival 2015 is being organised by the state tourism department in association with members of the Christian community and the Apeejay Surrendra Group.
Where to go for party in Christmas 2015
Event Name
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Christmas
Goodies
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Category
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-
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City
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Kolkata
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Address
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Tea
Lounge The Peerless Inn Hotel, Lobby Level,
12,
Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Esplanade, Kolkata, 700013
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Phone
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033-44003900,
033-22280301, 033-22280303,9831780403
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Timing Date
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11:00
AM to 11:00 PM
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Event Name
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Christmas
Rock At Someplace Else
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Category
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-
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City
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Kolkata
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Address
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Someplace
Else The Park Hotel,
Ground
Floor, Park Street, Kolkata, 700016
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Phone
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033-40049000,
033-22499000, 033-22493121
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Timing Date
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8:00
PM?
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Event Name
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The
Third Kolkata Christmas Carnival
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Category
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-
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City
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Kolkata
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Address
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Allen
Garden Park Street, Taltala, Kolkata
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Phone
|
|
Timing Date
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9:00
AM to 9:00 PM
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Event Name
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Christmas
Eve
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Category
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-
|
City
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Kolkata
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Address
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Xoxo
Lounge & Club Infinity Benchmark Building,
1st
Floor, EP GP Block, SDF Modh, Sector-V, Salt Lake, Kolkata, 700091
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Phone
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9674284392
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Timing Date
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9:00
PM?
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Event Name
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A
Glowing X mas Eve
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Category
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-
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City
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Kolkata
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Address
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Bakstage
1st Floor, Insignia Tower,
EN
1 Building, Sector 5, Salt Lake, Kolkata, 700091
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Phone
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9773561307
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Timing Date
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9:00
PM?
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Event Name
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Duck
& Turkey Festival
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Category
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-
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City
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Kolkata
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Address
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Red
Hot Chilli Pepper 26/2,
Ballygunge
Circular Road, Ballygunge, Kolkata, 700019
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Phone
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033-24744108,
033-24559560, 033-24864016, 033-24761532
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Timing Date
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7:30
PM?
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Event Name
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Yo
Yo Honey Singh Live
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Category
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-
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City
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Kolkata
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Address
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Aquatica
Water Park Kochpukur,
P.O.
Hatgachia, 24 Parganas, New Town, Kolkata
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Phone
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033-32007947,
9331555220
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Timing Date
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6:00
PM?
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Kolkata's Allen Park hosts pre-Christmas celebration
A two-day pre-Christmas celebration is being organised by Kolkata Police at city's Allen Park from 21 December 2015, Monday.
On the inaugural day, Christmas carols were presented by the several choir groups. Tabla player Bikram Ghosh also performed at the event. All senior officers of Kolkata Police, including the Commissioner of Police, Surajit Kar Purkayastha were present at the event.
Several Choir groups and singers will also perform on Tuesday from 5:30 pm to 7 pm.
ITC SONAR
Where: Peshawri
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.45pm
On the menu: Whether you choose the set menu or a la carte, there isn’t a more delicious way to bring in Christmas as you feast on Tandoori Phool, Murgh Malai Kebab, the famous Dal Bukhara and Sikandari Raan.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,199-plus per person, including alcohol or beverage.
Where: Dum Pukht
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.45pm
On the menu: Enjoy Indian favourites such as Dum Pukht Biryani, Dal Dum Pukht Qureshi, Kakori and Dudhiya Kebab, and lots more.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,199-plus per person, including alcohol or beverage.
Where: Eden Pavilion Lawns
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.45pm
On the menu: The weather is just right for a winter barbecue and when it’s next to a lily pond, it doesn’t get any better. While the grills are the highlight, don’t forget to check out the buffet spread as it offers some mouth-watering winter delicacies.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,199-plus per person, including alcohol or beverage.
Where: Pan Asian
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.45pm;December 25, 12.30pm-4pm
On the menu: Skip the traditional turkey and tuck into sushi, sashimi, Jasmine Rice, Wok-fried Noodles and an array of Korean barbecues. For Christmas brunch, sample dishes from Japan, Korea, Mongolia — Peking Duck with butterfly buns, Teriyaki Chicken Salad, Yum Thaley and the sushi counter.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,199-plus per person, including alcohol or beverage, for Christmas Eve dinner;Rs 2,499-plus to Rs 3,499-plus per person for Christmas Day brunch.
Where: Eden Pavilion
When: December 25, 12.30pm-4pm
On the menu: A lavish buffet consisting of an array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian Xmas favourites such as Roast Turkey, Turkey Jampone, Chicken Schnitzel, Ragout of Forest Mushroom Villeroy, Roast Leg of Honey-glazed Ham.
Pocket pinch: Rs 2,499-plus to Rs 3,499-plus per person.
Drop in at Nutmeg —
The Gourmet Shop for Christmas goodies and hampers till December 25, 11am-9pm.
TAJ BENGAL
Where: The Hub
When: December 24,7.30pm-midnight;December 25, 12.30pm-3pm
On the menu: Christmas Turkey with accompaniments, Chicken Roast, Christmas desserts, special Christmas cocktails and live music are some of the highlights. Expect unlimited champagne and sparkling wine.
Pocket pinch: Rs 2,800-plus (with sparkling wine) to Rs 3,800-plus (with Moet & Chandon champagne) per person.
Where: The Grill by the Pool
When: December 24, 7.30pm-midnight
On the menu: Start with a mulled wine along with a special four-course menu. Take your pick from Jalapeno Cheese Stuffed Potatoes, Grilled Pork with apricot and oyster chilli sauce, Chocolate Almond Eclairs and Marzipan Fruit Croissant. Add to it unlimited beer along with a live band.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,900-plus per person.
Where: Souk
When: December 25, 12.30pm-3pm, December 31, 7.30pm-11.30pm
On the menu: A Middle Eastern Christmas buffet featuring the vegetarian Moussaka, Kharouf Mahshie (Egyptian-style roasted lamb leg), Orange Ataif Mahshie (orange pancakes stuffed with mixed nuts, cream and orange syrup) and more. Wash it down with unlimited cocktails and beer. Ring in the New Year with an elaborate buffet spread bringing the best of Iranian, Greek, Moroccan, Lebanese, Turkish and Egyptian cuisine, along with unlimited sparkling wine.
Pocket pinch: Starting from Rs 2,800-plus per person.
Where: Sonargaon
When: Till January 1, 12.30pm-2.45pm and 7.30pm-11.30pm
On the menu: From vegetarian and non-vegetarian Kebab Platters, Tawa Gosht Pyazwala and Dum Ka Paneer — expect Indian fare to keep you happy.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3, 500-plus for two.
Where: Chinoiserie
When: Till January 1, 12.30pm-2.45pm and 7.30pm-11.30pm
On the menu: Pan Fried Chilli Fish, Butter Chilli Garlic Prawns, Lotus Stem with Sichuan Wild Pepper, Peking Duck, Braised Lemon Chicken and a lot more.
Pocket pinch: Rs 4,000-plus for two.
Also: Check out the New Year’s Eve party at the combined venue of The Hub and The Grill by the Pool. A buffet with live stations of caviar, seafood, roast turkey and desserts await, along with a select bar and live music.
THE PARK
Where: The Bridge
When: December 24, 9pm-2am; December 25, noon-4pm
On the menu: Roast Butterball Turkey, Veal Osso Bucco, Pork Vindaloo, Wood Fire Oven-roasted Chicken with burgundy wine reduction, and Wild Mushroom Pot Pies are just some of the dishes on offer.
Pocket pinch: Rs 2,090 per person with Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) and a glass of bubbly and Rs 1,590 without liquor for Christmas Eve; Rs 1,795 with IMFL and a glass of bubbly and Rs 1,495 without liquor for Christmas lunch.
Where: Saffron
When: December 24, 9pm-2am; December 25, noon-4pm
On the menu: Treat yourself to a five-course sit-down dinner with Edamame Shorba, Lemon Scented Grilled Gurjali Fish and Cointreau-infused Baked Mihidana and Sitabhog as the star attractions. Two glasses of wine come complimentary with the meal.
Pocket pinch: Rs 1,500 (all inclusive) per person.
Where: Zen
When: December 24, 9pm-2am and December 25, noon-4pm
On the menu: For all Chinese lovers, Zen is the place to be. Expect Malta Orange Duck, BBQ Pork Chops and more.
Pocket pinch: Rs 4,000-plus for two.
THE OBEROI GRAND
Where: La Terrasse
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.30pm; December 25, 12.30pm-3pm;December 31, 7.30pm-1am
On the menu: What’s Christmas without turkey? The carving station at the buffet is the place to be. Zucchini Scaled Baby Bekti with gondhoraj butter sauce, Wild Mushroom Ragout with blue cheese polenta, Awadhi Murgh Korma and Pork Ulathiyathu are the highlights. Look out for the sushi counter and international cheese board too!
Ring in 2016 with Herb Crusted Norwegian Salmon, Caramelised Figs with Gorgonzola cheese and walnut, delicious Indian dishes and an array of soups, salads and desserts.
Pocket pinch: Rs 4,250-plus per person including alcohol for Christmas, Rs 4,000-plus per person for New Year’s Eve.
Where: Poolside
When: December 24, 12.30pm-3pm and December 31, 7.30pm-1am
On the menu: A Table d’hote menu on Christmas Eve by the pool with some delicious choices like Butternut Squash Ravioli, Butterball Turkey with the trimmings, French Goat Cheese Parfait.
Live grills, stations of pasta, mezze, kebab and tempura along with soups, salads, sushi and an Asian section make up the New Year’s Eve feast.
Pocket pinch: Rs 5,000-plus person on December 24; Rs 9,000-plus per person on December 31
Where: Baan Thai
When: December 31, 7.30pm-1am
On the menu: A sumptuous Thai dinner with a Table d’hote menu.
Pocket pinch: Rs 4,250-plus per person.
Also: The Santa Chalet holds Christmas treats like chocolates, breads, macarons and our favourite Christmas cakes. If you can’t choose, opt for the hampers and you’re set!
HYATT REGENCY
Where: La Cucina
When: December 24, 7pm-11pm; December 31,8pm onwards
On the menu: Bell Pepper and Chevre Slice, Chicken Cordon Bleu, and Gnocchi in roasted garlic and mascarpone are some of the offerings for the dinner. But the star is Roasted Turkey Roulade with traditional stuffing, butter-glazed winter vegetables, chipolatas and giblet gravy. Finish the meal with Plum Pudding with brandy vanilla sauce, or Christmas Fruit and Brandy Ice Cream.
Pocket pinch:Rs 2,500-plus per person for Christmas Eve and Rs 4,999-plus per person for New Year’s Eve.
Where: Waterside Cafe
When: December 25, noon to 4pm; December 31,8pm onwards
On the menu: Apart from the Roast Turkey, find Roasted Pork Belly with barbecue sauce, Fish a la Veronique, Saffron Pilaf with tomato, peppers and olives or even an all-time favourite Biryani with Mutton Rezala, Paneer Methi Chaman and more. For dessert there’s much to choose from — Pistachio Strawberry Tart, New York Cheesecake, Mince Pie and Christmas Pudding.
Pocket pinch:Rs 2,500-plus per person without alcohol and Rs 2, 700-plus per person with alcohol for Christmas Day; Rs 4, 999-plus per person for New Year’s Eve.
THE LALIT GREAT EASTERN
Where: Alfresco
When: December 24, 7pm-midnight; December 25, 12.30pm-4pm
On the menu: A traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings, with a glass of wine and unlimited mulled wine. Do not miss the brunch the next day either!
Pocket pinch: Rs 2,000-plus per person.
Where: The Bakery
When: December 25, 7.30am-10.30am
On the menu: Celebrate Christmas morning with a filling breakfast.
Pocket pinch: Rs 600-plus per person.
Source: Telegraph
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.45pm
On the menu: Whether you choose the set menu or a la carte, there isn’t a more delicious way to bring in Christmas as you feast on Tandoori Phool, Murgh Malai Kebab, the famous Dal Bukhara and Sikandari Raan.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,199-plus per person, including alcohol or beverage.
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.45pm
On the menu: Enjoy Indian favourites such as Dum Pukht Biryani, Dal Dum Pukht Qureshi, Kakori and Dudhiya Kebab, and lots more.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,199-plus per person, including alcohol or beverage.
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.45pm
On the menu: The weather is just right for a winter barbecue and when it’s next to a lily pond, it doesn’t get any better. While the grills are the highlight, don’t forget to check out the buffet spread as it offers some mouth-watering winter delicacies.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,199-plus per person, including alcohol or beverage.
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.45pm;December 25, 12.30pm-4pm
On the menu: Skip the traditional turkey and tuck into sushi, sashimi, Jasmine Rice, Wok-fried Noodles and an array of Korean barbecues. For Christmas brunch, sample dishes from Japan, Korea, Mongolia — Peking Duck with butterfly buns, Teriyaki Chicken Salad, Yum Thaley and the sushi counter.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,199-plus per person, including alcohol or beverage, for Christmas Eve dinner;Rs 2,499-plus to Rs 3,499-plus per person for Christmas Day brunch.
When: December 25, 12.30pm-4pm
On the menu: A lavish buffet consisting of an array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian Xmas favourites such as Roast Turkey, Turkey Jampone, Chicken Schnitzel, Ragout of Forest Mushroom Villeroy, Roast Leg of Honey-glazed Ham.
Pocket pinch: Rs 2,499-plus to Rs 3,499-plus per person.
The Gourmet Shop for Christmas goodies and hampers till December 25, 11am-9pm.
When: December 24,7.30pm-midnight;December 25, 12.30pm-3pm
On the menu: Christmas Turkey with accompaniments, Chicken Roast, Christmas desserts, special Christmas cocktails and live music are some of the highlights. Expect unlimited champagne and sparkling wine.
Pocket pinch: Rs 2,800-plus (with sparkling wine) to Rs 3,800-plus (with Moet & Chandon champagne) per person.
When: December 24, 7.30pm-midnight
On the menu: Start with a mulled wine along with a special four-course menu. Take your pick from Jalapeno Cheese Stuffed Potatoes, Grilled Pork with apricot and oyster chilli sauce, Chocolate Almond Eclairs and Marzipan Fruit Croissant. Add to it unlimited beer along with a live band.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,900-plus per person.
When: December 25, 12.30pm-3pm, December 31, 7.30pm-11.30pm
On the menu: A Middle Eastern Christmas buffet featuring the vegetarian Moussaka, Kharouf Mahshie (Egyptian-style roasted lamb leg), Orange Ataif Mahshie (orange pancakes stuffed with mixed nuts, cream and orange syrup) and more. Wash it down with unlimited cocktails and beer. Ring in the New Year with an elaborate buffet spread bringing the best of Iranian, Greek, Moroccan, Lebanese, Turkish and Egyptian cuisine, along with unlimited sparkling wine.
Pocket pinch: Starting from Rs 2,800-plus per person.
When: Till January 1, 12.30pm-2.45pm and 7.30pm-11.30pm
On the menu: From vegetarian and non-vegetarian Kebab Platters, Tawa Gosht Pyazwala and Dum Ka Paneer — expect Indian fare to keep you happy.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3, 500-plus for two.
When: Till January 1, 12.30pm-2.45pm and 7.30pm-11.30pm
On the menu: Pan Fried Chilli Fish, Butter Chilli Garlic Prawns, Lotus Stem with Sichuan Wild Pepper, Peking Duck, Braised Lemon Chicken and a lot more.
Pocket pinch: Rs 4,000-plus for two.
When: December 24, 9pm-2am; December 25, noon-4pm
On the menu: Roast Butterball Turkey, Veal Osso Bucco, Pork Vindaloo, Wood Fire Oven-roasted Chicken with burgundy wine reduction, and Wild Mushroom Pot Pies are just some of the dishes on offer.
Pocket pinch: Rs 2,090 per person with Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) and a glass of bubbly and Rs 1,590 without liquor for Christmas Eve; Rs 1,795 with IMFL and a glass of bubbly and Rs 1,495 without liquor for Christmas lunch.
When: December 24, 9pm-2am; December 25, noon-4pm
On the menu: Treat yourself to a five-course sit-down dinner with Edamame Shorba, Lemon Scented Grilled Gurjali Fish and Cointreau-infused Baked Mihidana and Sitabhog as the star attractions. Two glasses of wine come complimentary with the meal.
Pocket pinch: Rs 1,500 (all inclusive) per person.
When: December 24, 9pm-2am and December 25, noon-4pm
On the menu: For all Chinese lovers, Zen is the place to be. Expect Malta Orange Duck, BBQ Pork Chops and more.
Pocket pinch: Rs 4,000-plus for two.
When: December 24, 7.30pm-11.30pm; December 25, 12.30pm-3pm;December 31, 7.30pm-1am
On the menu: What’s Christmas without turkey? The carving station at the buffet is the place to be. Zucchini Scaled Baby Bekti with gondhoraj butter sauce, Wild Mushroom Ragout with blue cheese polenta, Awadhi Murgh Korma and Pork Ulathiyathu are the highlights. Look out for the sushi counter and international cheese board too!
Ring in 2016 with Herb Crusted Norwegian Salmon, Caramelised Figs with Gorgonzola cheese and walnut, delicious Indian dishes and an array of soups, salads and desserts.
Pocket pinch: Rs 4,250-plus per person including alcohol for Christmas, Rs 4,000-plus per person for New Year’s Eve.
When: December 24, 12.30pm-3pm and December 31, 7.30pm-1am
On the menu: A Table d’hote menu on Christmas Eve by the pool with some delicious choices like Butternut Squash Ravioli, Butterball Turkey with the trimmings, French Goat Cheese Parfait.
Live grills, stations of pasta, mezze, kebab and tempura along with soups, salads, sushi and an Asian section make up the New Year’s Eve feast.
Pocket pinch: Rs 5,000-plus person on December 24; Rs 9,000-plus per person on December 31
When: December 31, 7.30pm-1am
On the menu: A sumptuous Thai dinner with a Table d’hote menu.
Pocket pinch: Rs 4,250-plus per person.
HYATT REGENCY
When: December 24, 7pm-11pm; December 31,8pm onwards
On the menu: Bell Pepper and Chevre Slice, Chicken Cordon Bleu, and Gnocchi in roasted garlic and mascarpone are some of the offerings for the dinner. But the star is Roasted Turkey Roulade with traditional stuffing, butter-glazed winter vegetables, chipolatas and giblet gravy. Finish the meal with Plum Pudding with brandy vanilla sauce, or Christmas Fruit and Brandy Ice Cream.
Pocket pinch:Rs 2,500-plus per person for Christmas Eve and Rs 4,999-plus per person for New Year’s Eve.
When: December 25, noon to 4pm; December 31,8pm onwards
On the menu: Apart from the Roast Turkey, find Roasted Pork Belly with barbecue sauce, Fish a la Veronique, Saffron Pilaf with tomato, peppers and olives or even an all-time favourite Biryani with Mutton Rezala, Paneer Methi Chaman and more. For dessert there’s much to choose from — Pistachio Strawberry Tart, New York Cheesecake, Mince Pie and Christmas Pudding.
Pocket pinch:Rs 2,500-plus per person without alcohol and Rs 2, 700-plus per person with alcohol for Christmas Day; Rs 4, 999-plus per person for New Year’s Eve.
THE LALIT GREAT EASTERN
When: December 24, 7pm-midnight; December 25, 12.30pm-4pm
On the menu: A traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings, with a glass of wine and unlimited mulled wine. Do not miss the brunch the next day either!
Pocket pinch: Rs 2,000-plus per person.
When: December 25, 7.30am-10.30am
On the menu: Celebrate Christmas morning with a filling breakfast.
Pocket pinch: Rs 600-plus per person.
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