Festive Flavours: Must-Try Christmas Menus And Seasonal Specials Across India
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Discover the best Christmas menus, festive brunches, seasonal drinks and dessert specials in the city, perfect for holiday gatherings, gifts and festive nights out.

From cosy hot-chocolate spots and indulgent dessert specials to lively Christmas brunches, themed beer pours and elegant holiday dinners, restaurants and cafés are serving up thoughtful seasonal dishes and experiences designed to create lasting festive memories.

This festive season, the city comes alive with warm flavours, inventive cocktails and celebratory menus crafted for every kind of holiday gathering. From cosy hot-chocolate spots and indulgent dessert specials to lively Christmas brunches, themed beer pours and elegant holiday dinners, restaurants and cafés are serving up thoughtful seasonal dishes and experiences designed to create lasting festive memories. Whether you’re planning an intimate evening, a family brunch, or a spirited night out, there’s a holiday table waiting to be shared.

JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity

JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity hosts expansive Christmas celebrations at K3 – New Delhi’s Food Theatre, known for its global culinary offerings. Christmas Eve Dinner features live carols, festive décor, and an indulgent spread spanning Asian, Indian, and Mediterranean influences, creating a refined yet welcoming holiday soirée.

Christmas Day continues with an expansive brunch designed for leisurely celebrations, complete with festive décor, live Christmas tunes, generous global stations, and winter-inspired flavours. The experience is ideal for families, groups, and those looking to savour Christmas over a long, comforting meal.

Christmas Eve Dinner: 24 December | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

– Alcoholic: ₹6,500 | Non-Alcoholic: ₹4,800 | Kids: ₹2,400

Christmas Brunch: 25 December | 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM

– Alcoholic: ₹6,600 | Non-Alcoholic: ₹4,900 | Kids: ₹2,500

Reservations: +91 92895 80051

ADRIFT Kaya, JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity

ADRIFT Kaya offers a contemporary, chef-driven take on Christmas dining, rooted in refined Japanese flavours and modern presentation. The Festive Supper on Christmas Eve is a carefully curated experience highlighting seasonal produce, expressive flavours, and artful plating, complemented by celebratory wines and premium pours.

Christmas Day brings the Kaya Christmas Lunch, a vibrant and relaxed luncheon experience featuring layered textures, balanced flavours, and creative cocktails. Designed for those seeking a modern alternative to traditional holiday meals, the experience reflects ADRIFT Kaya’s signature sensory-driven dining philosophy.

Festive Supper: 24 December | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | À la carte | Minimum spend ₹7,700

Kaya Christmas Lunch: 25 December | 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM | À la carte | Minimum spend ₹7,700

Reservations: +91 92895 80051

Trincas, Kolkata

As Trincas celebrates its 98th Christmas, the iconic Kolkata institution looks back at its storied culinary journey with a festive menu rooted in nostalgia. This year’s highlight is the return of Chimmoo Aunty’s legendary Chicken Curry—a fiery, garlic-forward recipe born in the 1940s, now recreated with premium ingredients while preserving its original spirit.

Balancing the spice is a festive cocktail aptly named Christmas Cake, inspired by Swiss confectioner Cinzio Trinca’s legacy. Alongside these specials, the menu offers options for vegetarians, non-drinkers, and those preferring milder flavours, ensuring an inclusive celebration that honours Calcutta’s rich food culture.

Reservations: +91 82402 59201

JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa

Nestled amid snow-kissed hills, JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa brings Christmas alive with a week-long celebration designed for families and festive indulgence. The week begins with gingerbread house making and lobby décor sessions, followed by interactive activities such as stone painting, cookie decorating, mocktail-making competitions, and hot chocolate workshops.

Christmas Eve features the much-anticipated Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Perch Alfresco, followed by Santa’s arrival and a celebratory dinner. Christmas Day unfolds with a relaxed festive brunch across Wisteria and Kachdi, anchoring the season’s celebrations with warmth, joy, and togetherness.

Eros Hotel New Delhi

Eros Hotel New Delhi is set to welcome the festive season with an unforgettable celebration of Christmas. On December 24, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, guests can enjoy an enchanting Christmas Eve experience designed to captivate the senses and create cherished memories.

Presenting a seasonal, cosy, and festive ambiance, the dinner features a wide variety of turkey carveries, authentic chipolatas, and cranberry sauce available at the live station. Food connoisseurs have an opportunity to tempt their taste buds with mulled wine and delectable appetizers, followed by a scrumptious dinner.

Adding to the festive cheer, the hotel will host an exquisite Christmas Brunch on December 25, from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM, offering a curated experience for families and friends to celebrate the joy of togetherness.

Visitors can immerse themselves in the seasonal delights, including live performances and festive decorations that capture the essence of Christmas Day. The impeccable setup, along with personalized service, ensures an unforgettable experience for every guest as they relish the exquisite festive preparations.

Conventional X-Mas Eve Dinner: 24th December | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Ceremonial X-Mas Brunch: 25th December | 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Price: INR 4,500 per person for Christmas Brunch and INR 4,200 per person for Christmas Eve

Kids (5-12 years): INR 2,500

ITC Grand Chola, Chennai

At ITC Grand Chola, Christmas is celebrated with signature warmth and Responsible Luxury. Madras Pavilion hosts a festive Christmas Eve dinner featuring expansive buffets, live music, and a dedicated kids’ corner, transforming the evening into a joyful culinary journey.

Christmas Day brings The Chola Christmas Brunch, a spectacular multi-kitchen experience where seven celebrated ITC restaurants—Madras Pavilion, Pan Asian, Ottimo Cucina Italiana, Avartana, Royal Vega, Peshawri, and Café Mercara Express—each present distinct menus. Guests are invited to explore flavours freely, turning the brunch into a curated gastronomic voyage.

Blue Grotto, The Tivoli Hotel, New Delhi

Blue Grotto at The Tivoli Hotel sets the tone for a refined European-style Christmas brunch, blending festive indulgence with understated luxury. Guests can choose to dine poolside under the winter sun or indoors amid elegant décor, enjoying a lavish spread of festive classics, comforting flavours, and decadent desserts. The setting makes it ideal for family gatherings, friendly reunions, and stylish Christmas celebrations.

Details

• Date: 25 December 2025

• Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• Location: Chhatarpur, New Delhi

• Reservations: +91 70650 53035

Christmas at Andaz Delhi, by Hyatt

Christmas Eve Dinner at AnnaMaya

24 December | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | ₹6,500++ per person

Celebrate Christmas Eve with a specially curated festive buffet at AnnaMaya. The spread brings together global flavours and holiday classics from carved roasted turkey with traditional trimmings and pumpkin & sage strudel to Moroccan-spiced lamb, pork leg roulade, Scandinavian-style gravlax, live maki rolls, grazing counters, and AnnaMaya’s signature Indian and international selections.

Desserts take centre stage with stollen, Yule logs, Christmas plum cake, verrine creations, miniature pastries, and live dessert stations for a decadent finish.

Christmas Day Brunch at AnnaMaya

25 December | 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM | ₹6,500++ per person

A festive Christmas brunch featuring Indian, European, and Asian specialities, including lobster soup, roasted turkey, spicy pumpkin cake, chocolate fondue, and AnnaMaya’s exclusive Christmas collection, Dundee cake, mince pies, and white and dark chocolate Yule logs. A family-friendly celebration designed to capture the warmth of the season.

Festive Pastry Shop by AnnaMaya

1–30 December 2025

Handcrafted festive treats including plum cake, Dundee cake, stollen, signature Yule logs, Sacher torte, festive pralines, miniature pastries, and cookie-in-a-jar options—perfect for gifting or indulgence.

Winter Hot Chocolate Experience at Soul Pantry

1 December 2025 – 28 February 2026

An artisanal hot chocolate collection featuring Lavender Dream, S’mores, Matcha Hot Chocolate, and Pandan Hot Chocolate each crafted with thoughtful flavour pairings and winter warmth.

MKT Unveils Its Curated Christmas Menu for the Festive Season

MKT welcomes the winter festive season with a menu crafted to honour the warmth, togetherness, and quiet appeasement that define Christmas dining. Each year, this period allows the restaurant to showcase a more intimate side of its culinary philosophy, one that goes beyond technique and places emotion at the centre of the plate. This Christmas, the team set out with a clear intention: to create dishes that feel celebratory yet comforting, offering guests a sense of discovery wrapped in familiar seasonal charm.

Building on the tradition of festive offerings at MKT, this edition marks the first time the restaurant introduces a Christmas menu of such depth and scale. Developed as a relaxed, uninterrupted dining experience, it invites guests to settle in, savour each course, and enjoy the craftsmanship of a team that has approached the season with great care. It’s a menu that feels both elevated and effortless, true to MKT’s signature style.

This Christmas showcase is an à la carte, chef-curated selection designed exclusively for the season. The dishes highlight winter’s richness through comforting soups, refined dishes for the table, and a gratifying dessert finale. Among the star seasonal creations are the Cognac Infused Prawn Bisque, the elegant Champagne Risotto, the delicately prepared Snapper Meuniere, and the show-stopping Baked Alaska. Every plate showcases the team’s pursuit of authenticity and festive generosity.

To further enhance the experience, MKT introduces a winter cocktail selection crafted to complement the menu. Guests can expect quintessential, season-forward favourites, including a classic Hot Toddy, the signature Irish Coffee, and the warming Winter Old Fashioned, each designed to pair seamlessly with the culinary offerings and elevate the flavours of the season.

The ambiance, too, receives a festive whiff. Tables are styled to deliver the bliss of winter gatherings, complete with subtle Christmas detailing that brings a sense of intimacy without overwhelming the restaurant’s contemporary spirit. The background promises an atmosphere ideal for lingering conversations and shared celebrations.

MKT’s Christmas Menu will be available for immediate order in the restaurant, with an estimated cost of INR 4,500 for two. Conceived with the intention to create meaningful holiday moments, the offering welcomes guests to share with those they hold close, over food that defines the true spirit of festive indulgence.

Address: Lower Ground Floor, The Chanakya Mall, Chanakyapuri, Delhi

Telephone: +91 083769 86799

Timings: 12:00 pm to 12:00 am

Cost for two: Rs. 4500 for two

Le Méridien Ahmedabad

Le Méridien Ahmedabad ushers in the festive season with La Fête, a thoughtfully curated month-long celebration that blends refined hospitality with meaningful community engagement. The festivities begin on a heartfelt note with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on 15 December, hosted in collaboration with the Happy Faces Foundation—an organisation dedicated to empowering women from vulnerable communities through sustained skill-building and livelihood initiatives.

Christmas Eve unfolds at The Market with a lavish festive dinner buffet, where global flavours, traditional holiday favourites, and live carols come together to create a warm, celebratory evening. The festivities extend into Christmas Day with the Grand Christmas Brunch, an elegant mid-day affair featuring an expansive spread of international dishes, festive classics, and indulgent desserts, designed for relaxed gatherings and joyful family moments.

Christmas Tree Lighting: 15 December

Christmas Eve Dinner: 24 December | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Christmas Day Brunch: 25 December | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Pricing: ₹2,200 + taxes (for both brunch and dinner)

Reservations: +91 77570 01928

The Westin Goa

Set against Goa’s relaxed coastal charm, The Westin Goa celebrates Christmas with immersive dining experiences, festive indulgences, and warm gatherings. From 12 December onwards, Christmas Goodies & Hampers make for thoughtful gifting, featuring artisanal treats and handcrafted festive creations.

At The Market, Christmas Eve is marked by a specially curated dinner buffet with live entertainment, offering classic festive flavours in a lively, welcoming setting. Christmas Day brings a spirited brunch paired with a bar takeover by House of SamSara, complete with signature cocktails, festive bites, kids’ activities, live counters, and Christmas music performances. For those seeking something more intimate, T&A hosts a Christmas Dinner with an Asian-inspired set menu that moves beyond traditional holiday fare, offering nuanced flavours and a relaxed yet refined evening.

Christmas Eve Dinner: 24 December | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | From ₹3,500++

Christmas Day Brunch: 25 December | 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM | ₹4,000++ (₹4,500++ with alcohol)

Christmas Dinner at T&A: 25 December | 7:00 PM onwards | ₹1,800++

Reservations: +91 80870 96932

The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas

Surrounded by serene mountain views, The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas offers a deeply immersive Christmas celebration that blends festive cheer with wellness-led experiences. Christmas Eve begins with gingerbread house decorating and a calming handpan and sound healing session, setting a tranquil tone for the day.

As the afternoon unfolds, guests are invited to craft rich hot chocolates topped with toasted marshmallows. The evening transitions to Pebbles, the resort’s swim-up bar overlooking the Himalayas, where global cuisine, festive cocktails, and live music accompany the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Santa’s arrival. The night concludes with guided stargazing under clear mountain skies.

Christmas Day features a festive brunch, followed by hands-on terrarium-making and intuitive art workshops. Another sundowner at Pebbles and a Christmas dinner under the stars complete the celebration, making it an engaging and memorable holiday experience.

Christmas Eve & Christmas Day programming

For reservations & details: 01378 354343

United Coffee House, Connaught Place

An institution in Delhi’s dining landscape, United Coffee House celebrates Christmas with a menu rooted in nostalgia and European winter classics. The festive offerings include French onion soup, truffle-scented roasted pumpkin and parmesan soup, Irish lamb stew, roast chicken pepper steak, chicken pot pie, fish & chips, herb-crusted imported lamb chops, chicken à la Kiev, chicken stroganoff, and fillets de sole meunière.

Seasonal beverages elevate the experience, from hot filter coffee infused with cognac, cherry brandy, and Cointreau, to Irish chocolate velvet made with cocoa, double cream, and Irish whisky. Kahwa, premium teas, and UCH’s signature brews complete the winter menu, reinforcing the restaurant’s timeless charm and festive legacy.

Location: Connaught Place, New Delhi

Price for Two: ₹2,000 (excluding alcohol)

Timings: 10 AM onwards till midnight

Latoya

Latoya’s Christmas celebration draws inspiration from the festive traditions of Peru, Brazil, Cuba, and Mexico. The Christmas Day brunch showcases citrus-forward roasts, spiced seasonal dishes built on cinnamon and raisin notes, and comforting flavours that reflect Latin American holiday cooking.

Alongside these festive specials, guests can enjoy Latoya’s full signature menu, creating a celebratory dining experience that balances warmth, nostalgia, and bold flavours.

The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi

The Westin Gurgaon presents a multi-venue Christmas celebration designed to suit every festive mood. At Seasonal Tastes, Christmas Eve features a lavish buffet paired with live music and premium beverage options. Sunset Story, the rooftop lounge, offers a glamorous under-the-stars experience with global cuisine and premium pours.

For those seeking specialised dining, Prego presents an Italian Christmas Eve set menu curated by Expat Chef Davide, while EEST offers a bold Pan-Asian festive menu. Christmas Day continues with an indulgent brunch at Seasonal Tastes, complemented by live music and festive cheer. Daily Treats adds to the celebration with handcrafted plum cakes, panettones, Yule logs, and gingerbread cookies for gifting or takeaway indulgence.

Christmas Eve & Christmas Day across multiple venues

Prices range from ₹4,499++ to ₹7,499++ depending on venue and beverages

Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru

Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru transforms into a Winter Wonderland through December, blending festive décor with immersive dining and gifting experiences. The Festive Desk showcases Christmas hampers, plum cakes, gourmet cookies, jams, chocolates, champagne, and wines.

At CUR8, Christmas Eve unfolds with a festive buffet, live stations, mulled wine trolley, live music, and a visit from Santa Claus. Christmas Day features an interactive brunch with Santa’s Sips cocktail bar, live band performances, and photo moments. Far & East elevates the season with A Christmas Symphony, a refined Asian dining experience accompanied by live music and panoramic city views.

Christmas Eve Dinner: ₹5,000+

Christmas Brunch: ₹6,000+

Far & East: À la carte

Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai

Christmas at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai blends indulgent gifting with elevated dining. The hotel’s Christmas hampers feature an extensive selection including plum cake, Dundee cake, mince pies, panettone, marzipan stollen, gingerbread snaps, vanilla almond crescents, chocolates, truffles, and festive confections.

On Christmas Eve, AER hosts a sophisticated rooftop celebration with skyline views and festive cocktails, while Opus offers a warm, candlelit dinner with carving stations and comforting classics. Christmas Day continues with a joyful brunch at Opus and a stylish afternoon celebration at AER.

Christmas Eve Dinner: AER – ₹4,000 | Opus – À la carte

Christmas Day Brunch: Opus – from ₹4,000 | AER – ₹7,500

Noormahal Palace Hotel, Karnal

Noormahal Palace presents an expansive Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet that blends Indian, continental, oriental, and Lebanese cuisines. Guests can enjoy signature appetisers, live pasta stations, rich Indian mains such as Lal Maans and Murgh Noor-E-Nawab, along with roasted chicken, grilled sole, roast turkey, and baked cannelloni.

The celebration concludes with an indulgent dessert spread featuring Yule log, plum cake, mousse gateaux, and traditional Indian mithai.

Date: 24 December 2025 | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Pricing: ₹2,199 + taxes (Non-Alcoholic) | ₹2,599 + taxes (Alcoholic)

Petite Pie Shop, Gurugram

Petite Pie Shop brings a cosy, craft-led Christmas to Gurugram with comforting flavours and thoughtful gifting options. The highlight is the Campfire Hot Chocolate made with Callebaut Belgian dark chocolate, rich cocoa, in-house chocolate sauce, and toasted marshmallows.

Festive offerings include slow-soaked Christmas cakes (boozy and virgin), gingerbread cookies, cookie boxes, mulled wine spice mixes, hot chocolate mixes, and house-made jams. A seasonal savoury menu features shepherd’s pie, roast chicken pie, baked mac & cheese, and winter desserts such as apple pie, pumpkin & cream cheese pie, and berry crumble.

Festive Menu: ₹650++ onwards

Orders & Reservations: +91 81301 12234

JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar

JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar welcomes the holidays with its signature Tree Lighting Ceremony on 5th December. Designed as an elegant, heartwarming celebration, the evening blends festive tradition with the hotel’s contemporary luxury.

Guests will be welcomed into a warm, celebratory atmosphere leading up to the countdown moment as the grand lobby tree illuminates in a stunning glow. A live choir will perform classic holiday melodies, setting a nostalgic, uplifting tone.

The evening includes passed canapés both savoury and sweet crafted for easy mingling. Guests will also enjoy a special tasting pour from AUTM, marking the launch of the hotel’s new Seasonal Cocktail Menu.

Intimate, memorable, and emotionally evocative, the ceremony offers a charming start to the festive season.

Sofitel Mumbai BKC

Sofitel Mumbai BKC presents a trio of festive culinary experiences infused with French elegance and seasonal indulgence.

Pre-Christmas Gourmet Brunch – 14th December

Featuring a winter salad bar, cheese and charcuterie, Asian live stations, Indian gourmet fare, and festive signatures such as Honey-Glazed Turkey with Cranberry Jus, Pull Me Up Tiramisu, and Chocolate Heaven.

Christmas Eve Dinner – 24th December

A lavish spread of seasonal creations, a signature festive carving, artisanal cocktails, and premium wines, perfect for an elegant evening celebration.

Christmas Day Brunch – 25th December

A luxurious brunch offering festive roasts, gourmet Indian dishes, handcrafted beverages, and sparkling drinks to elevate the afternoon.

Guests can also choose from thoughtfully curated Christmas hampers (INR 3,500 to 11,500++), filled with artisanal treats ideal for gifting.

Event Details:

• Christmas Eve Dinner: 24 Dec, 7–11 PM | Pondichéry Café | From ₹4,499+

• Christmas Day Brunch: 25 Dec, 12:30–4 PM | Pondichéry Café | From ₹4,499+

• Pre-Christmas Brunch: 14 Dec, 12:30–4 PM | Pondichéry Café | From ₹4,499+

Moussestruck

Moussestruck celebrates the arrival of strawberry season with a playful, limited-edition dessert lineup made using fresh, handpicked berries.

Highlights include a classic Strawberry Cheesecake with house-made jam, Strawberry Cheesecake Macaron, warm Strawberry Pop-Tart, and a delicate Strawberry Chiffon Cake.

Pre-order options include the Strawberry Baked Cheesecake and Strawberry Galette—perfect for cosy home gatherings.

Crafted with seasonal freshness and signature creativity, this menu is the brand’s festive showstopper for December.

Harajuku Tokyo Café

Harajuku Tokyo Café goes all out this Christmas with a Japanese-inspired cocktail menu available all month and a vibrant Christmas Karaoke Carol Brunch on 19th December.

Expect themed desserts, festive décor, and an energetic, Instagrammable atmosphere inspired by Tokyo’s colourful streets.

Details:

• What: Christmas Cocktail Menu + Karaoke Carol Brunch

• Where: Harajuku Tokyo Café

• When: Cocktails all December | Brunch on 19 Dec

• Cost for 2: Approx. ₹2,000

Sthamba Brewery

Sthamba Brewery in Versova introduces a lively Christmas beer menu featuring:

• Holy Mistletoe Lager

• Snowman Cookie Stout

• Rudolf’s Red Nose Cider

With bold décor, buzzing energy, and creatively brewed beers, Sthamba is the go-to spot for festive nights out.

• Where: Sthamba Brewery, Versova

• When: All December

• Cost for 2: Approx. ₹3,000

Grandmama’s Café

Grandmama’s Café rolls out a comforting hot chocolate menu featuring Marshmallow Full Hot, Candy Cane Hot Chocolate, Winter Hot Chocolate, and more alongside their signature classic version.

The newly revamped Oshiwara outlet adds warmth and charm, offering hot stone bowls, smoothie bowls, salads, and their beloved comfort dishes.

• Where: Grandmama’s Café, Mumbai

• When: All December

• Cost for 2: ₹1,600

All Saints

All Saints introduces a limited-edition menu featuring seasonal cocktails like Snow Fall Spirit and Santa’s Rose Glow, along with decadent desserts such as Santa’s Spiced Orange Warm Cake and Winterberry Chocolate Cake.

Where: All Saints, Mumbai

• When: 15 Dec – 15 Jan

• Cost for 2: ₹2,800+

Amelia, BKC

Amelia hosts a lively Christmas Eve event with festive cocktails, special bites, great music, and a cheerful, community-driven atmosphere.

• Where: Amelia, BKC

• When: 24 Dec, evening onwards

• Cost for 2: ₹2,000+

Carnival Unveils Limited Edition 8-Course Christmas Celebration Menu

This Christmas, Carnival invites guests to step into a world of festive indulgence with an exclusive 8-Course Christmas Celebration Menu, thoughtfully crafted to capture the joy, warmth, and whimsy of the season. Available on 24th December (Dinner) and 25th December (Lunch & Dinner), this limited-period menu promises a multisensory dining experience like no other.

• Carnival Bites – Pani Puri Semifreddo, Corn Chaat Pie-tee, Aamras Achappam, Bao Bhaji

• Champaran-Style Carnitas (Live) – Jackfruit / Duck

• Indo-Thai Curry with Vatayappam

• Parmesan & Saffron Khichdi topped with 24-Carat Gold Leaf

Dates: 24th December(Dinner) and 25th December (Lunch & Dinner)

Venue: Carnival

Price: 3,200

Address: All outlets

Independence Brewing Company

Independence Brewing Company unveils a spirited Christmas menu featuring beer-friendly bites, hearty roasts, pizzas, desserts, and warm winter flavours. Highlights include:

• Lotus Fries

• Thai-Style Momos in Red Curry Jhol

• Goan Roast Chicken

• Mushroom Roast Pizza

• Sticky Plum Cake with Stout Caramel

• When: 15 Dec 2025 – 1 Jan 2026

• Where: Mumbai & Pune Taprooms

Mad Over Donuts

MOD launches a joyful Christmas collection featuring:

• Christmas Bites Box (18 themed mini donuts + build-your-own tree)

• Christmas Donut Cake

• Christmas Brownies

• A Christmas Donut Box of 6

• Butterscotch Mocha & Butterscotch Donut Shake

Designed for gifting, sharing, and festive indulgence across all MOD stores.

Pricing:

• Donuts: ₹149

• Donut Cake: ₹199

• Bites: ₹629

• Brownies: ₹108

L’Opéra

L’Opéra launches a refined festive collection featuring Bûches, Panettone, Christmas Pudding, Alpine Nut Cake, Gingerbread House, Santa Croissant, biscuits, chocolates, macarons, and elegant hampers in renewed packaging.

5% of hamper sales will support Main Tendue and its partner NGOs.

Highlights include new Yule Log variants (Black Forest, Coffee, Roseberry Santa, Tiramisu) and the debut Santa Croissant.

Available across Delhi NCR stores.

Wagamama

Wagamama highlights warm, comforting dishes perfect for winter:

• Chilli Tantanmen

• Hot Katsu (veg & chicken)

• Chicken Gyoza

• Firecracker Curry

• Sticky Miso Corn Ribs

Perfect for quick, nourishing meals or cosy festive dining.

Ophelia, Delhi

Ophelia transforms into a winter-inspired European setting with festive décor, artisanal cocktails, live music, and an indulgent global spread featuring roasts, soups, breads, winter entrées, and decadent desserts.

• Where: The Ashok, Chanakyapuri, Delhi

• When: 25 Dec, 12–4 PM

• Price: ₹4,695+ taxes per person

Amaru

Amaru (Bandra West) is a chef-driven Asian restaurant with a Peruvian soul, and this year’s Christmas menu highlights Peruvian festive classics reimagined with Mumbai’s winter produce comforting plates, bright citrus notes and bold flavours.

Menu Highlights:

Tamale – Peruvian corn tamale with house salsa

Nikkei Tacos – Peruvian–Japanese flavours, citrus-cured fillings

Crispy Pork – Slow-cooked, festive pork with a bright, acidic finish

Lima Prawn Cocktail – Peruvian lime, chilli, herbs

Bone Marrow – Warm, spiced, roasted

Arroz con Pato – Slow-cooked duck with herbed rice

X’mas Cheesecake – Spiced, festive finish

Price: ₹3,000++ for two

Location: Amaru, Reclamation, Bandra West

Addoni’s Sunday Brunch (Delhi)

Addoni’s celebrates winter weekends with an elegant outdoor brunch featuring a Live Weber Grill, whole roasted turkey, mulled wine, waffles, and global comfort dishes. Vegan and gluten-free options are thoughtfully included.

• Where: Green Park, New Delhi

• When: Sundays, 12–3 PM

• Price: ₹3,200++ (without alcohol); ₹4,500++ (with alcohol)

Cosy Box Delhi

Cosy Box presents a winter brunch series running from November to February, featuring live sushi, robata grills, pasta, dimsums, desserts, and mulled wine—paired with live music transitions from noon to sundowner.

• Where: One Golden Mile, Delhi

• When: Sundays, 12–4 PM

• Price for 2: Approx. ₹6,000 (incl. select beverages)

QLA Winter Brunch

QLA brings back its beloved winter brunches with open grills, fresh pastas, viennoiserie, warm desserts, chef-led stations, and produce-driven menus. A relaxed, soulful afternoon designed around slow indulgence.

Packages:

• Food + Soft Beverages: ₹2,950++

• With White Spirits: ₹4,150++

• With Sparkling Bubbles: ₹6,150++

• Kids Brunch: ₹1,800 AI

Cosy Box Mumbai

Cosy Box Mumbai hosts an exclusive festive brunch featuring Roasted Butternut Squash & Apple Soup, Turkish dolma, beer-battered fish, Bibimbap, sushi and pasta stations, and a dessert showcase including Baileys Tiramisu and Lemon Meringue Tart.

Available in Dry, Bubbly, and Wet brunch formats.

ITC Grand Chola – Madras Pavilion

Madras Pavilion’s Christmas Eve Dinner invites guests to an immersive festive journey where every course feels like a station of celebration. Live music, an expansive buffet, and thoughtful festive décor set the stage for a joyful evening. On Christmas Day, the experience evolves into a multi-kitchen brunch across ITC’s signature restaurants, delivering a seamless blend of flavour, luxury, and festive cheer.

Zen Leads the Festive Celebrations at The Leela Palace Bengaluru with an Asian-Inspired Christmas Lunch

The iconic pan-Asian restaurant unveils ‘The Festival Asian Lantern Lunch,’ a vibrant culinary showcase of flavours from across Asia.

This Christmas, step away from the conventional and embrace a bold new tradition. Zen, The Leela Palace Bengaluru’s award-winning pan-Asian restaurant, invites guests to celebrate 25th December with The Festival Asian Lantern Lunch – a festive culinary journey that trades turkey and plum pudding for Peking duck, fresh sashimi, and the vibrant, aromatic flavours of Asia.

Zen invites you to celebrate Christmas through the lens of Asian gastronomy & honours the joy and warmth of the season while delivering the bold, layered flavours that define pan-Asian cuisine. Set within Zen’s elegant open-air ambience, complete with lush outdoor seating that captures Bengaluru’s pleasant December weather, Zen is celebrated for its mastery of authentic techniques from China, Japan, and Thailand & fine artistry of Asian culinary craft.

The Festival Asian Lantern Lunch is anchored by two show-stopping highlights:

Live Carving Station – 18-Hour Slow-Roasted Peking Duck The centrepiece of the afternoon: a whole Peking duck, marinated for 24 hours in fragrant Asian herbs and slow-roasted for 18 hours to achieve crispy skin and tender, succulent meat. Carved live and served with soft mantao buns, hoisin sauce, and traditional condiments, this is festive indulgence redefined.

Sushi & Sashimi Bar – Fresh, Artful, Exquisite A vibrant selection featuring Black Rice & Avocado Cream Cheese Rolls, Salmon Avocado Rolls, and a premium Sashimi & Nigiri Moriawase. Each piece is crafted with precision, celebrating the elegance and purity of Japanese culinary tradition.

The Full Menu – Bold Flavours, Festive Spirit

● Salad Bar: Zen’s Signature Papaya Salad with Thai chili-lime dressing and crushed peanuts | Lab Gai (Thai minced chicken salad with bold spicy-sour notes)

● Soup Station: Malaysian Laksa with coconut curry base, fourteen accompaniments, three noodle varieties, and choice of vegetables, chicken, or prawns

● Robatayaki Grill: Baby Lobster marinated in Thai herbs | Korean chili-glazed Lamb Chops | Zen-style BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

● Yum Cha Counter: Handcrafted dim sums including Yin-Yang Dumplings and BBQ Duck Open Bao

● Main Course: Mapo Tofu | Sichuan Tender Chicken | Hong Kong-style Shredded Lamb | Burnt Garlic & Edamame Fried Rice | Yaki Udon

● Desserts: Wasabi Cheesecake | Traditional Plum Cake | Blueberry Baked Yogurt A Different Kind of Christmas The Festival Asian Lantern Lunch is offering guests a chance to celebrate the season through a different cultural lens – one that’s equally warm, festive, and full of flavour.

So whether you’re seeking an elegant alternative to the traditional Christmas feast or simply craving bold, expertly crafted Asian cuisine in a sophisticated setting, Zen delivers an experience that is both refreshing and unforgettable.

Date: 25th December 2025

Time: 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Price: Bottonless: INR 6000 plus taxes / Non Alcoholic: INR 4650 plus taxes / Kids: INR 2325 plus taxes

Venue: Zen, The Leela Palace Bengaluru #23, HAL Airport Road, Bengaluru

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