If the rains are dampening your weekend plans, these food experiences promise to brighten things up from an Italian feast with Michelin-level flair to a fake wedding brunch and even dining in the dark.
1. La Fiera Italiana at Celini, Grand Hyatt Mumbai
Journey home to Italy at this first-of-its-kind celebration where five acclaimed chefs from across Italy come together for a two-day culinary showcase.
Day One: A six-course plated feast, with each course crafted by a different chef, highlighting regional specialties from Liguria to Abruzzo, paired with fine Italian wines.
Day Two: The Grand Italian Col-Pranzo Brunch — an indulgent spread of antipasti, live pasta and risotto stations, wood-fired pizzas, grilled meats, seafood, and classic Italian desserts.
📍 Venue: Celini, Grand Hyatt Mumbai
📅 Date & Time: Saturday & Sunday | Aug 23 (Lunch & Dinner), Aug 24 (Brunch) | 11 AM onwards
2. The Fake Shaadi Brunch at The Park Navi Mumbai
Why wait for a real wedding when you can crash a fake one? This quirky brunch promises all the fun without the rituals: live music, chaat counters, poolside cocktails, DJ beats, and a wild “reception” after-party. Dress code: Shaadi vibes.
📍 Venue: The Park, Navi Mumbai
📅 Date & Time: Sunday, Aug 24 | 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
3. Cook with Chef Saloni Kukreja at IKEA Navi Mumbai
Known for her playful, flavour-packed creations, Chef Saloni Kukreja (founder of Indu Ice Cream) hosts an evening of creativity, conversation, and irresistible bites. Limited seats — book fast!
📍 Venue: IKEA Navi Mumbai
📅 Date & Time: Friday, Aug 22 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
4. Dark Senses Dining Experience, Bandra
Step into total darkness for a mysterious, sensory dining journey. Expect eerie sounds, surprise aromas, and bite-sized vegetarian dishes you’ll have to identify as you eat, all in pitch black. Not for the faint-hearted!
📍 Venue: Dorangos Hall 2, Bandra
📅 Date & Time: Aug 19 – Aug 31 | Daily at 7:00 PM (1 hour)
5. Tandoor & Toasts Brunch by Copper Chimney
A hearty family-style brunch filled with grills, cocktails, music, and the signature tandoor flavours that Copper Chimney is famous for. Perfect for a laid-back Sunday with the fam.
📍 Venue: Copper Chimney, Bandra
📅 Date & Time: Aug 24 & Aug 31 | 12:00 PM onwards
