Christmas 2020: 'Tis the season to indulge and make merry, and we are not holding back. Christmas is right around the corner and while the year may have not been what you pictured it to be, that should in no manner stop us from enjoying the last few days of the year remaining. So, put on your dazzling number, and your masks (must not forget), and head to these places offering the most lucrative offers, to ring in the festivities in style.
22 Places To Ring In The Festive Cheer Across Delhi, Mumbai And Bengaluru
1. Hilton Garden Inn New Delhi and Gurgaon
Witness the festive splendor unfold at the Glass House, Hilton Garden Inn, Gurgaon. There's plenty to please everyone. The elaborate buffet spread includes delectable dishes like steamed fish in black bean sauce, Braised tofu and mushrooms in soya sauce, Cold cuts platter, flamed plum pudding to name a few.
Head to India Grill, Hilton Garden Inn, New Delhi Saket, and enjoy live carol singing while you relish the lip-smacking Christmas-special spread, unlimited handcrafted beverages. The lavish buffet includes lemon grass scented lamb ball with bbq sauce, Grilled Fish with leeks and caper Confit, Jahangiri Murg, Hyderabadi mirchi ka Salan, Ice plum cake, blueberry cheese cake and more.
At Glasshouse, Hilton Garden Inn, Gurgaon/Baani Square
Price: INR 1500++ Per Person; INR 750++ Per Kid (Below 12 years)
Timings: 7:30 PM Onwards, Duration: 24th December 2020
At India Grill, Hilton Garden Inn, New Delhi/ Saket
Price: INR 2,499++ onwards Per couple Timings: 7:30 PM Onwards, Duration: 24th & 25th December 2020
2. The Leela Palace, New Delhi
Gleeful carols, magnificent gingerbread corner, and a 16 ft tall Christmas tree await you at the Leela Palace New Delhi. Head over to The Qube, to indulge in the most exquisite Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Brunch. Packed with chef-specials, seasonal favourites and International delights, these buffet spreads guarantee and jolly good experience.
At The Qube, The Leela Palace
Sparkling Eve - INR 5500 + Taxes per person
Non Alcoholic - INR 4000 + Taxes per person
Kids - INR 2000 + Taxes per child
Champagne Brunch - INR 5500 +Taxes per person
Non Alcoholic - INR 4000 +Taxes per person
Kids - INR 2000 +Taxes per child
3. The Taj Palace
Choose from an array of options curated by The Taj Palace, Delhi. Go for an exquisite buffet at The Capital Kitchen, or make memories at the iconic Orient Express, the award-winning Asian restaurant, with a meticulously-crafted five-course selection of the restaurant's signature dishes.
Traditional Christmas Eve Dinner at The Capital Kitchen | December 24, 2020
Price: INR 4,000 inclusive of taxes per person
Classic Christmas Brunch at The Capital Kitchen | December 25, 2020
Price: INR 6,000 inclusive of taxes per person
Classic Christmas Eve Dinner at The Orient Kitchen | December 24, 2020
Price: INR 9,000 inclusive of taxes per person
Premium beverage supplement: INR 3000 inclusive of taxes per person
Traditional Christmas Feast at The Orient Kitchen| December 25, 2019
Price: INR 9,000 inclusive of taxes per person
Premium beverage supplement: INR 3000 inclusive of taxes per person
4. The Imperial, New Delhi
The stunning celebrations at The Imperial include an exquisite 3-course pre-plated Christmas eve dinner with dessert buffet at 1911 restaurant, and a lavish Christmas brunch at the 1911 terrace.
The Christmas Eve dinner would be a traditional feast with a selection of International and Indian favourites (such as roast turkey, Brussel sprouts, pork belly in a bread stuffing, giblet gravy, cranberry sauce on the Western grill station and a selection of international cuisine like Shepherd's pie, Cajun chicken, celeriac, Tandoori favorites along with Italian specials, salads, desserts and cold cuts).
The brunch would be a wholesome fare with roasted Lamb, traditional roasted turkey along with global cuisine like beer chicken, lemon couscous, grilled artichokes, Ricotta and spinach fillo packs, spiced tomato chutney, Smoked salmon and many more tempting offerings.
At 1911 Restaurant: 03 course pre-plated menu with dessert buffet at INR 4000 + taxes per person and INR 2000 + taxes per child
Time :6:30 pm-11:45 pm
Additional liquor (IMFL) at INR 2500 + taxes per person & imported liquor at INR 3500 + taxes per person
At 1911 Terrace: Christmas Brunch at INR 4200 + taxes per person and INR 2100 + taxes per child
Time: 12:00 pm-3:30 pm
Additional liquor (IMFL) at INR 2500 + taxes per person & imported liquor at INR 3500 + taxes per person
5. Zoet Desserts
This bakery in Defence Colony is making all the right noise. From choicest puddings, tiramisu cake, ice-cream, custards, pies to cookies, there is enough to choose from their 'Christmas Specials'.
At Zoet Desserts 11, Eastern Avenue Maharani Bagh, New Friends Colony, New Delhi
6. Sattvik
If you are craving intensely desi, soul-soothing food, you must try out Sattvik's new festive menu, packing all the winter essentials we are all too familiar with. Serving up seasonal delights like 'Sarso Da Saag & Makki Di Roti', 'Mushroom Yakhni Shorba', Makhana Chaat, and Gajar ka Halwa, Sattvik at Select City Walk is a hot favourite this season.
At Sattvik 2nd floor, Select CityWalk Saket, Sector 6, Pushp Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110017
Price for two: INR 1500/-
Starting From 16th December to 31st December 2020
7. ITC Maurya, Delhi & WelcomHotel Sheraton, New Delhi
Revel in the festive season with a dazzling selection of gourmet offers. Introducing the excitement for Turning 2021 Celebration is a beautiful setup of the Christmas display and cheerful rhythms in an enchanting atmosphere. To further elevate the regalement, we have on offer a variety of culinary choices from ITC Hotels award winning, signature Food & Beverage repertoire, delectable gourmet hampers and more. , ITC Hotels also announced the expansion of its cuisine offerings with the launch of ‘Biryani & Pulao Collection'.
8. X'MAS Brunch At BO-TAI SWITCH
Usher in the magic of Christmas at Bo Tai Switch, the latest outpost by Massive Restaurants at Shangri La's - Eros, New Dehli. Enjoy some sun soaking at the beautiful alfresco seating and dig into their signature dishes along with Christmas special cocktails such as the all-so gorgeous Full Moon Festival, Egg Nog, Mulled Wine to name a few.
For all the dessert enthusiasts, there will be a traditional Christmas dessert offering on display. Prior reservation is advised
Details of the X'MAS BRUNCH:
Food Brunch – 2395 plus taxes
Alcohol Brunch – 3495 plus taxes
Prosecco Brunch – 3995 plus taxes
9. Andaz Delhi
Andaz Delhi is hosting a Christmas Eve dinner at AnnaMaya on 24th December and Christmas brunch on 25th December.
Christmas Eve Dinner:
The Christmas eve dinner on 24th December 2020 is priced at INR 2000 plus taxes per person where guests can enjoy food, soft beverages and two glasses of mulled wine. For couples it is priced at INR 4000 plus taxes and offers food, soft beverage and two glasses of mulled wine. Guests can also sip on liquor of their choice on alacarte menu while enjoying a lavish spread of five course set menu.
Christmas Brunch:
On 25th December 2020, AnnaMaya Delhi is also organising a Christmas themed brunch for guests at INR 2300 onwards. With Christmas Carols and Live music, AnnaMaya Delhi's Christmas brunch is going to fill your afternoon with love, light and warmth. Guests have the option of building their own buffett on the table. Relish Annamaya's signature salads, shaken not stirred-deconstructed barley bowl, slow roast Christmas turkey and choose from Annamaya's signature Christmas dessert selection.
10. Sly Granny
Savour traditional Christmas delights, Sly Granny style. Roasted pumpkin soup, pumpkin and blue cheese salad, Sly Granny's Truffled cauliflower risotto, roasted turkey porchetta and lots more. The Christmas-Special menu of Sly Granny peppered with classic cocktails and season-special desserts are bound to make the festivities extra special.
At Sly Granny, No. - 4, Khan Market, Rabindra Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
11. Gobsmackers
Fancy big, bold, boisterous burgers, get it custom-built for yourself from Gobsmackers. The Christmas-special burgers, bowls and desserts are all things gourmet and artisanal. Dukkah pumpkin bowl, the Xmas Goat, Hasselback potato, and Gobsmacker rum ball are a few dishes to try.
At Gobsmackers, Gurugram, Contact Details: +919167969935 / +919899964100
12. The Oberoi, New Delhi
The Oberoi Delhi, is making sure your winter is all things memorable with their Winter high tea at 360 degree restaurant, where you can enjoy a delicious high-tea menu and sangrias. Then, there are the ‘Turkey Takeaways' where the chefs are preparing the perfect roast Turkey with bread and prune stuffing, Brussel sprouts, sweet potatoes to accentuate your festivities, the orders need to be placed 48 hours in advance. Then of course, there is the Christmas Eve Gala dinner, that brings the best of international favourites like Herb roasted Turkey with glazed vegetables and mashed potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, Truffle chicken with mushrooms and spinach, Glazed Pressed Lamb shoulder with Kale and Grapes and creamy Butternut squash gnocchi with truffle sauce. The Christmas brunch at 360 Degrees is no less of an extravagant affair. If you fancy oriental food, you could spend your festive weekend at Boashuan, the set menu featuring the best of Asian and oriental classics would be served on 24th Dec.
At: 360 Degrees, The Oberoi
Christmas Eve Dinner
Date: 24th December, 2020
Timing: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Prices:
INR 5,500 Champagne, wines & spirits
INR 6,950 Premium Champagne
Rates are excluding taxes, per person.
Christmas Brunch
Date: 25th December, 2020
Timing: 12.30 pm - 3.30 pm
Prices:
INR 5,500 Champagne, wines & spirits
INR 6,950 Premium Champagne
Rates are excluding taxes, per person
At Boshuan (Set Menu)
Date: 24th December, 2020
Timing: 9 pm onwards
Prices: INR 6,500 Champagne, wines & spirits
Rates are excluding taxes, per person.
Photo Credit: The Oberoi, New Delhi
13. DIVA CASA
Chef Ritu Dalmia and her team have curated a special Christmas menu for their patrons. DIVA Casa has launched a selection of meal kits that comprise starters or antipasti, primi, secondi and dolce or desserts. Christmas menu comprising gourmet selection like Caramelised Figs and Goat Cheese Bruschetta, Prawn and Orange Ravioli, Turkey Butter Ball Roulade, and to end the meal on a sweet note, some decadent Dolce like Diva's Traditional X-mas Pudding and Apple Cinnamon Pie. The Christmas DIY meal kits are sure to bring a beam of the Italian sun and culinary fare to your kitchen!
Availability: Through call/ Whatsapp on +91 7290043704, +91 7291996198
14. Honey & Dough
Enjoy the rich plum cake which is made from spiced rum soaked fruits which have been soaked in rum since 9 months and indulge in the decadent sponge that is packed with dry fruits and berries, as the cake exudes the aroma of Christmas! Opt for the Christmas Tree Cupcakes that feature a bright Christmas tree piped from a melt-in-your mouth frosting on top of the moist sponge. As red is obviously the colour of the season, Honey & Dough's Red Velvet Cupcakes with a swirl of frosting is what Christmas dreams are made of! The Gingerbread Man Cookies from Honey & Dough are a must try.
15. Tablez-Bloomsburry's
This Christmas, celebrate the traditional way with slow roast Turkey and chicken,. The Slow Roast Turkey is made with Green Peppercorn & Cranberry Bread Sauce, Hasselback Roast Potatoes, and Roasted Red Pumpkin Puree, making it a 'Holiday classic'. While the Slow Roasted Chicken with Green Peppercorn Veloute, Hasselback Roast Potatoes, Roasted Red Pumpkin Puree is slow roasted with herb butter, basted and served with green peppercorn velouté sauce, oven roasted hasselback potatoes and red pumpkin puree.
To pre-order Christmas chicken and turkey call: Bangalore - 9061940786/9304764896, Cochin - 9048019786
Cost: Slow Roast Turkey = 4999* (3KG standard Size)
- Slow Roasted Chicken = 999*
16. Out Of The Blue, Mumbai
Ring in the festivities with Out of the Blue's 'Berry Menu'. The iconic restaurant in Khar that just completed two decades has a special festive menu in place with dishes like Chicken Scrooge Terrine, The Belen - Roast Turkey Berry Pulao Sizzler, Shiny Nose Baked Cheesecake with Strawberry Compote to name a few. Conclude with a dash of liqueurs, ciders and mocktails like Shining Star Berry LIT, Merry Berry Cider (Mulberry) and Rudolf's Berry Fusion.
At Out Of The Blue, Khar
From: 14, Rd Number 4, Union Park, Khar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400052
Photo Credit: Out of the blue
17. Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel
LUSH, Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel's famous restaurant is here to make your Christmas the highlight of your year with its festive fare. The highlights of the menu include Live Grill, Roasted Turkey stuffed with leek bread and cranberry sauce, Maple glazed ham, Mezze bar and much more. Wind up your fare with classics like Plum pudding, Minced pie, Ginger cookies and Dresender stolen.
At: LUSH, Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel
Christmas Eve Drunch, 24th December (4:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
Christmas Brunch, 25th December (12:30 PM to 4:00 PM)
Price:
Drunch without Alcohol INR 1600 plus taxes
Drunch with unlimited Alcohol INR 2800 plus taxes
Beer Bucket 4 INR 799 plus taxes
Brunch without Alcohol INR 1850 plus taxes
Brunch with unlimited Alcohol INR 3150 plus taxes
Beer Bucket 4 INR 799 plus taxes
18. Social, Mumbai
Mumbaikars, celebrate yoyr favorite festival with aplomb as 'A Jolly Good Menu' goes live across SOCIAL outposts in Mumbai starting December 21st to 31st, 2020. The limited period menu includes dishes like Bandra Ka Burrata Chaat, Santa's Favourite Fish & Rice, Elves Pumpkin Paratha, Suzie Aunty's Vindaloo Tacos, and a range of cocktails. There, we saw you slurping.
At: All SOCIAL outposts in Mumbai
Date: 21st to 31st December 2020
19. Crowne Plaza Okhla, New Delhi
An extravagant X-Mas feast from the eight beautiful countries of Europe- England, Scotland, France, Germany, Rome, Italy, Austria & Greece? Yes, Please. Indulge yourself in an exotic spread of dishes. Enjoy live cooking at Roasted Chicken & Stuffed Vegetable station, Pasta Counter and Winter Surprise - Hot Chocolate & Hot Toddy.
At: Edesia at Crowne Plaza Today New Delhi Okhla
Date: 24th December, 2020|Dinner| Assisted Buffet Price: INR 1450 + taxes
Time: 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Date: 25th December, 2020 | Lunch |Assisted Buffet Price: INR 1450 + taxes
Time: 12:30 pm to 15:30 pm
20. The Artful Baker, Mumbai and Delhi
The artful Baker in Delhi and Mumbai has introduced an array of Christmas sweets & savouries, like the evergreen Plum cake, Italian Biscottino Mini Torte, and the signature Coffee and Salted Caramel Yule Log. Choose from a delightful assortment of artisanal breads such as Pannetone, Olive & Rosemary Fougasse, Fig and Onion Brioche and more.
21. Cafe StayWoke, Gurgaon
Cafe StayWoke at Gurgaon also has a special something awaiting you. The lunch & dinner feast inspired by Aunt Wendy's style of cooking is a mix of traditional and modern delights. Treat yourself to culinary festive favourites like Chicken Wonton Soup, Potato & Cheese Patty, Cheese Platter, Crispy Roasted Chicken, Wendy's Spanish rice, curry vegetables, Christmas Tableaux Biscuits, Cloud Pudding and much more.
At: Cafe StayWoke
1st Floor, South Point Mall, Gurgaon
For Reservations: 7703929965
On: 24th & 25th December 2020
Timings: 10am to 10pm
Price: INR 888/- (Veg/per person) & INR 999/- (Non Veg/ per person)
22. Shangri-La's, Bengaluru
Eat, drink and make merry with a traditional festive feast at the Shangri-la this Christmas. Savour traditional staples like roasted butterball turkey, Yorkshire pudding, terrine, porchetta, Shephard's pie and more at our signature sky-high restaurants on Level 18 for dinner on 24 December or brunch on 25 December. Prices start from INR 2750++ for non-alcoholic packages, INR 3999++ for alcoholic packages and INR 4999++ for Champagne packages. Kids can join in on the fun for INR 1000++
Merry Christmas 2020, Everyone!