If you believe a great day ends with an epic meal, check out these hotspots in different cities dishing out fresh menus that'll send you straight into a food coma!
From a special menu dedicated to hot chocolate to a scrumptious variety of dumplings, and from various cuisines to more, here's a roundup of new menu launches in restaurants in Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Goa, and Bengaluru. Scroll through the list and get your food haul going.
1. Rasotsav, Mumbai
Plan a visit to Rasotsav to enjoy winter-special delicacies at their exclusive winter food festival – Sheetotsav. The enticing preparations on the menu include Undhiyu, Papdi Dhokli Sabzi, Lili Haldar Nu Saag, and beloved seasonal desserts like Gajar Halwa and Gond ke Ladoo, to name a few. Indulge in mouth-watering must-try specialty dishes that are available only this time of the year. The Sheetotsav Winter Festival will run across all outlets from 1st to 31st December 2023.
Where: Multiple outlets
When: 1st to 31st December 2023.
Price: On call, 072080 27824
2. Nksha, Mumbai
Nksha has recently launched a scrumptious High Tea menu featuring classic as well as experimental North Indian delights. The dishes are a heavenly treat, including Avocado sev puri, the Mini Raj Kachori, and the must-try Chicken Tikka Brioche Toasties. You can binge on pakodas, samosas, kachoris, and kathi rolls here too. Among the beverages, savour good old Dalgonaor embraces the viral trend of Dalgona coffee.
Where: ADCB Rehman Manzil, 1A / 1B, Veer Nariman Rd, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020
When: Ongoing
Price: On-call, 098204 75555
3. Someplace Else, Mumbai
“A December to Remember” with Someplace Else. Indulge in an array of tantalizing new food and cocktail options that promise to elevate your dining experience, available exclusively at the bar, from 1st December 2023 to 1st January 2024. It's a month-long celebration of exceptional flavors with dishes like Profiteroles and strawberry cream, Guacamole, cranberry and feta tartlets & Classic roast chicken, rosemary jus, new potatoes, carrots, and the delicious Chocolate and run Christmas trifle, not to miss the Honey glazed carrots and orange soup, and the list goes on.
Where: Level 2, Jio World Drive, MAKER MAXITY, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai,
When: 1st December 2023 to 1st January 2024, 12:30 pm–1:30 am
Price: On-call, 083569 84990
4. Cafe Noir, Mumbai
With the introduction of the Hot Chocolate Menu, guests are in for a treat as it comprises Bounty Bliss, a tropical fusion of coconut and rich hot chocolate, transporting you to paradise. Hazelnut Symrevels, revel in the velvety essence of hazelnut for a lusciously nutty indulgence. Emerald Delight, experience winter's charm infused with an Emerald Isle spirit in every sip. Classic Elegance, indulge in the premium richness of Belgian cocoa in an elegantly crafted blend. Priced at INR 375/- each, these exquisite offerings promise to elevate the seasonal experience, inviting patrons to indulge in the harmony of flavors that only Café Noir can offer.
Where: World Crest, Unit no.1A & 1B, Lodha, Upper Worli, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013
When: 10 am–11 pm
Price: Rs.375 each
5. Los Cavos, Mumbai
Set off on a gastronomic adventure as our expert Peruvian Chef Rafael seamlessly blends Latin American flavours with a festive twist to elevate your Christmas celebrations. Vibe with Latin American beats that immerse you in its rich and passionate cultural spirit as you begin with a plate of wholesome salad choosing from Pear and Mixed Green Salad and Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese, order appetizers featuring Creamy Cottage Cheese, Corn, tempting Quinotto Croquettes, Chicken Picante, and Deep-fried Ceviche, and a lot more.
Where: Ground Floor, Kiran Kunj, 24th Road, Off Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
When: 10th December to 30th December
Price: On request, 91 7400405927 | +91 7400405928
6. Hakkasan, Mumbai
Hakkasan Mumbai has announced the Christmas Brunch Menu featuring delectable Cantonese specials paired with an array of innovative cocktails by Bacardi India. The 6-course brunch menu features soup, salad, small eats, mains, staples, and desserts, accompanied by an interesting selection of cocktails and spirits like wild mushroom clear soup, Crispy duck or Mock duck salad, Har gau, Spicy chicken dumpling, Stir-fry chicken in Szechuan peppercorn or Crispy prawn, dumplings, Carrot cake or Crispy tofu in Szechuan peppercorn in vegetarian, Sanpei chicken clay pot, Stir-fry chicken, Stir-fry lamb, Stir-fry French beans, Szechuan mabo tofu, Four style vegetables in Szechuan sauce, the Hakka hand-pulled noodle, Truffle fried rice, and much more along with cocktails and mocktails.
Where: Hakkasan, Waterfield Road, Bandra West, Mumbai (400050)
When: Christmas & New Year, 12 PM to 3:30 PM
Price: Rs.3,000 for one
7. Sriracha, Bengaluru
Sriracha in Bengaluru unveiled an enchanting Christmas Cocktail Menu that promises to elevate the holiday spirit to new heights. Specially curated for the festive season, this menu is a celebration of flavors, blending premium spirits with seasonal ingredients to create an unforgettable experience for patrons curated by Chef Vikas Seth. The menu includes names such as Winter Espresso, the last cocktail, and Christmas Sour.
Where: No. 204, UB City, Level 2, 4th Floor, Vittal Mallya Rd, opposite J.W Marriott, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
When: 11.30 am to 10.30 pm
Price: On call, 096060 54210
8. Hops Haus, Bengaluru
Hops Haus Bangalore invites patrons to embark on a culinary journey like never before with their exclusive Holiday Special Menu by Chef Vikas Seth. Indulge your palate in an exquisite culinary journey with the Chili Mustard Butterfly Prawns, Winter Couscous Salad, Curried Pumpkin Soup, Grilled Catch of the Day fish, minced pie, bourbon sauce drizzle, and more.
Where: Hops Haus, White Field & Embassy One Bangalore
Where: December 19th to 31st, 12pm-11:30pm
Price: Rs.595++
9. White Garden, Bengaluru
White Garden, the celebrated haven for plant-based gastronomy enthusiasts, announces the launch of its exquisite and diverse new menu. Renowned for its elegant ambiance and commitment to crafting culinary marvels using fresh, organic ingredients, White Garden continues to redefine vegetarian dining with its latest offerings like Edamame hara bhara kabab, Spicy avocado fries, Water chestnut and broccoli in sriracha sauce, Ananas tikka, Soya adana kebab, Jamaican jerk marinated paneer tikka, Vegan Dim Sum such as Spicy Balinese yellow curry, and Vegetarian Dim Sums such as Hong Kong style, Zucchini, bamboo shoot, Sri Lankan Veg curry, Veg raw mango & coconut curry, pizzas, and desserts like Ferraro rocher chocolate mousse cake, Jalebi Bai, Avocado and chocolate popsicle.
Where: 425, 2nd Block, 7th Main, 80 ft. Road, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560043
When: 12–4 pm, 7–11 pm
Price: On-call, 096868 27272
10. Robin's Ark, Goa
11. São by the Shore, Goa
Sao by The Shore, a beach-side favorite in Goa is delighted to serve a captivating fusion of Goan Portuguese and European culinary excellence with the launch of its new menu. Under the expert guidance of Chef Sufeeyan Khan, the new menu introduces a myriad of dishes like the Charred Chicken Super Green, Coconut Basil Chickpea Curry, Kokum Infused Seafood Spaghetti Pasta, Chocolate Marble Cheesecake, Lemongrass Panna-Cotta, and Pistachio and Chocolate and Fondant Cake.
Where: Morjim, Ashwem Beach Road, Mandrem, Goa 403512
When:11 am–11 pm
Price: On call, 077968 41749
12. W Goa
The pop-up at W Goa promises a gastronomic journey with a specially curated four-course set menu, available for dinner daily and for lunch & dinner on weekends. It will feature both non-vegetarian and vegetarian options. The non-vegetarian menu will include the Avocado Crab Salad, Garlic chili prawns, Coconut Crème Brûlée, and Avocado Tomato Salad. This culinary event, taking place from 16th December 2023 to 31st December 2023, will feature the culinary prowess of Celebrity Chef Dharshan Munidasa, founder of Ministry of Crab the award-winning restaurant from Sri Lanka, and Culinary Head, Chef Jerry Thomas from Ministry of Crab, Mumbai.
Where: Vagator Beach, Bardez, Goa, 403509
When: 16th December to 31st December
Price: Rs.6,500
13. The Terrace, Mercure Hyderabad KCP
To cater to varying appetites and preferences, Mercure Hyderabad KCP introduces a unique concept of small plates and big plates, ensuring guests can relish an assortment of flavors while maintaining control over portion sizes. This innovative approach allows patrons to savor a diverse range of offerings blending the vibrant flavors of Thailand with the beloved tastes of Hyderabad.
Where: 6-3-551, Banjara Hills Main Rd, Irram Manzil Colony, Punjagutta, Hyderabad, Telangana 500082
When: On-call
Price: On-call, +91 40 6788 8888
14. Love and Cheesecake, Mumbai, Delhi NCR & Pune
As the festive season twinkles upon us, Love and Cheesecake, India's largest cheesecake brand, presents its enchanting ‘Love & Christmas’ collection featuring multiple hampers along with plum cakes, yule logs, cupcakes, stollen bread, truffles, and more.
Where: All 24 Love & Cheesecake cafes across Mumbai, Delhi NCR & Pune, as well as through its online store.
When: Store timings
Price: On call, +91 9819935135
15. Sly Granny, Delhi
Experience winter’s embrace with Sly Granny's Fall Winter Menu—a symphony of comfort and warmth featuring dishes like chicken spinach batons, cauliflower and broccoli steak, chicken roulade, and shepherd's pie.