Thai New Year Festivities
Taj City Centre Gurugram celebrated the vibrant Thai New Year festival, Songkran, with an authentic culinary showcase at its Thai Pavilion. This special
event featured a menu curated by Master Chef Prajuab Shoosridam, highlighting traditional Thai dishes. The showcase aimed to capture the spirit of renewal and joy associated with Songkran, offering guests a sensory journey through aromatic curries, refreshing salads, and delicate desserts. The experience at Thai Pavilion blended cultural heritage with a forward-thinking approach to authentic Thai flavours, providing an indulgent and culturally rich occasion for patrons who appreciate global cuisine and traditional celebrations. The event ran from April 10th to 19th, offering lunch and dinner options on an à la carte basis.
Mughal Heritage Journey
An immersive evening delving into the history of Shahjahanabad, Delhi's 17th-century Mughal capital, was presented by historian Eric Chopra. Through a visually rich art talk, participants explored iconic locations like the Red Fort and Jama Masjid, alongside lesser-known sites such as Ghalib ki Haveli. The discourse traced the city's evolution from its imperial zenith to its post-1857 transformations. This historical exploration culminated in a curated, three-course Mughal-inspired dinner at Chor Bizarre, uniting gastronomy, memory, and culture to evoke the essence of Old Delhi. The event occurred on Friday, 17 April, starting at 5:30 PM, with prices at Rs 2500 for vegetarian and Rs 3000 for non-vegetarian options, inclusive of a beverage.
Ocean's Finest Delicacies
Le Cirque, a Franco-Italian restaurant at The Leela Palace New Delhi, presented 'Queens of the Sea,' a sophisticated tasting menu from April 4th to 25th. This culinary journey celebrated the ocean's most precious ingredients, with a special focus on sea urchin, alongside offerings like Oscietra caviar, abalone, Chilean seabass, Norwegian salmon, and silver anchovies. Each dish was meticulously prepared using classic French and Italian techniques, such as crudo, carpaccio, and gratin, allowing the natural flavours of the seafood to take centre stage. The experience provided an intimate and refined exploration of oceanic treasures within an elegant setting.
Restaurant Week India Returns
Restaurant Week India (RWI), a significant culinary festival, made its return in April 2026 after a decade-long hiatus, from April 24th to May 3rd. This nationwide event, spanning Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, and Bengaluru, featured over 55 prominent restaurants. Each establishment offered exclusive three-course prix-fixe menus designed specifically for the festival. The reintroduction of RWI highlighted the evolution of dining in India, emphasizing experience-led and culturally driven gastronomic encounters in the country's vibrant food scene.
Dim Sum & Tea Pairings
Spicy Duck at Taj Palace, New Delhi, hosted an exquisite dim sum and tea pairing experience, a sophisticated union of Chinese tea traditions and artisanal dim sum. This immersive culinary journey explored harmonious pairings, where delicate steamed dumplings were complemented by fresh green teas, crisp fried varieties by robust oolongs, and intricate creations by fragrant jasmine teas. Available during lunch (12:30 pm - 2:45 pm) and dinner (7:00 pm - 11:45 pm), the experience, priced at INR 2500 plus taxes per person, invited guests to slow down and appreciate the nuanced interplay of flavours, textures, and aromas in each carefully crafted course.
Weekend Flavours & Leisure
Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka, offered a relaxing Sunday affair with a blend of global flavours, live entertainment, and complimentary pool access. Held every Sunday from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm, this experience was designed for those seeking an unhurried afternoon. It provided an easy combination of indulgence and leisure, making it an ideal option for a laid-back weekend in the capital. The pricing started at INR 2500 plus taxes per person.
Sangria Soirée
Captain's Cellar invited guests to unwind with a selection of signature sangrias throughout April. Available in red, white, and rosé, each variety was served with thoughtfully chosen accompaniments. This offering was crafted for patrons seeking a sophisticated yet relaxed evening, adding a refreshing rhythm to their April calendar. The promotion ran from April 1st to April 30th, providing a tranquil setting for enjoying these classic beverages.
Beer & Kebab Indulgence
Easy Bar at Taj Surajkund Resort & Spa, Delhi NCR, presented a 'Pint & Platter' offer designed for casual evenings. This deal included a bucket of four or six beers paired with signature vegetarian and non-vegetarian kebab platters. It was positioned as an ideal choice for after-work relaxation and informal weekend gatherings, facilitating comfortable conversations over hearty flavours. The offer was valid until May 31st, 2026.
Tacos and Tequila Tuesdays
Rick's brought a vibrant energy to Tuesdays throughout April with its 'Tacos. Tequila. Tuesday.' promotion. This offering featured a pairing of bold tacos with expertly crafted tequila cocktails in an environment conducive to lively conversations and enjoyable evenings. The experience was designed to be playful and flavourful, making it a perfect choice for a midweek outing in the city. The promotion was available every Tuesday from April 1st to April 30th, 2026.
Bar Hopping Adventure
A guided city tour titled 'Permit Crawl ft. Lucifer’s Gold' took place on 19 April 2026, exploring Mumbai's classic drinking establishments. The crawl included stops at Permit & Co. (02:45 PM), Bar 2 (03:45–04:30 PM) with one drink and munchies, Bar 3 (04:45–05:30 PM) for another drink, snacks, and jukebox access, and Bar 4 (05:45–06:30 PM) for a drink, historical insights, and food. The evening concluded with a bar takeover by Lucifer’s Gold Whisky at Permit & Co. from 7:00 PM onwards, offering a unique urban exploration for adventurous spirits.
