Taj Mahal's Festive Thali
The Taj Mahal, New Delhi, hosted 'The Divine Nine' at its renowned Machan restaurant, offering a special Navratri thali. This curated experience featured
fasting-friendly classics prepared with time-honored methods and seasonal ingredients. Dishes like kuttu ke kebab and sabudana moongfali ki khichdi were central to this refined approach to conscious dining, all enjoyed within Machan's classic ambiance. The event ran from March 19–27, 2026, with meals available from noon to 11 pm, priced at ₹2,500++ per person.
Taj Palace Dual Offerings
Taj Palace, New Delhi, presented a dual Navratri dining experience across two of its restaurants: Loya and Capital Kitchen. Loya focused on reimagined North Indian culinary traditions, while Capital Kitchen offered a comprehensive Navratri thali. This thali included staples like kuttu and singhare ki poori, samak rice, vrat ke aloo, and pumpkin sabzi, accompanied by refreshing raitas, chaas, and rose thandai. Sweet conclusions featured sabudana kheer and makhana kheer. The offerings were available from March 19–27, 2026, for lunch and dinner, with prices at ₹2,499++ for Loya and ₹1,999++ for Capital Kitchen.
Vivanta Dwarka's Sattvic Spread
Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka, presented 'A Sacred Indulgence' at its restaurant, Creo, featuring a comforting Navratri thali. This menu was designed around traditional fasting ingredients, blending authenticity with simplicity in a relaxed setting. For those preferring a more private celebration, in-room dining was also an option. The festive offerings were available from March 19–27, 2026, with the thali at Creo priced at ₹1,250++ and in-room dining at ₹1,800++.
INDY's Modern Twist
INDY by Q’la introduced a contemporary approach to Navratri dining with its Modern Indian Fasting Menu, available from March 19th throughout the Navratri period. This limited-time menu reimagined traditional vrat-friendly ingredients like kuttu flour, samak rice, foxnuts, dairy, fruits, and nuts into vibrant and indulgent dishes. Highlights included Chenna Bhalla Chaat with passion fruit curd, Ragi Tacos with avocado and fruit chutney, and Foxnut Malai Kofta in a saffron milk curry. The menu also featured Badami Paneer Tikka, Dahi Aloo with Kuttu Puri, and a Rose Samak Phirni for dessert, offering a refined take on festive staples.
The Connaught's Simple Thali
The Connaught, New Delhi, provided a straightforward yet satisfying Navratri dining option at The Hub with its thoughtfully curated Navratri thali. The focus was on wholesome, vrat-friendly dishes that aimed to be both nourishing and flavorful, ensuring a relaxed experience for diners. This special thali was available from March 19–27, 2026, and was priced at ₹1,200++ per person.
Taj City Centre Gurugram Feast
Culina 44 at Taj City Centre Gurugram offered 'A Divine Navratra Feast,' a specially curated Navratri thali that celebrated traditional fasting cuisine within a contemporary setting. The dishes were designed to be light, balanced, and satisfying, providing a refined yet comforting festive dining experience. This offering was available from March 19–27, 2026, with the thali priced at ₹1,100++.
Taj Damdama Lake's Royal Thali
Nestled in a serene environment, Taj Damdama Lake Resort & Spa presented a 'Royal Navratri Thali' at Shamiana and Zvatra. The menu featured traditional favorites such as samak rice, kuttu poori, paneer kaju curry, dahi singhade ki subzi, and sitafal sabzi, complemented by makhane ki kheer and fresh fruits. This regal spread was available from March 19–27, 2026, at ₹2,000++ per person.
The Claridges Navratri Thali
The Claridges New Delhi, through its restaurant Dhaba, offered a well-balanced Navratri thali that harmonized traditional tastes with nutritional considerations. Key highlights included sabudana vada, paneer makhani, aloo rasedar, arbi kadhi, kuttu ki poori, and makhane ki kheer. This thali was designed to provide sustained energy, ensuring the fasting experience was both indulgent and fulfilling. It was available from March 19–27, 2026, for ₹2,495++ per person.
The Leela Palace Selection
The Leela Palace New Delhi provided a curated Navratri menu at The Qube and Jamavar, featuring fasting-friendly dishes prepared with sophisticated culinary techniques. The selection included items such as teen mirch paneer tikka, shakarkand chaat, paneer bhurji, kaddu panchphoran, and sabudana kheer, combining traditional elements with indulgent flavors in an opulent setting. The price for this experience was ₹2,950++ per person.
The Lodhi's Modern Menu
Elan at The Lodhi, New Delhi, presented a contemporary Navratri menu that artfully blended traditional tastes with modern culinary methods. The offerings showcased dishes like peanut coconut sundal, lotus seed kofta in cashew curry, Himalayan samak pilaf, and sweet potato saffron halwa, reflecting a sophisticated approach to festive dining. The menu was available à la carte from March 19–27, 2026.
