(From top) Model Ishika samples the biryani fare at Seth’s Taarka; a dance recital at the felicitation function at GD Birla Sabhagar. Pictures by Sanjoy Chattopadhyaya and Rashbehari Das

Food lovers can dig into the Nawabi Biryani Festival at Taarka, the Indian food outlet at Seth’s Food Court in New Alipore. The festival, on till December 20, includes 30 varieties of vegetarian and non-vegetarian biryani.

“We have catered to rich flavours that reflect the Nawabi style. The ingredients in the biryanis are a good blend of the north and south,” says chef Sunil Manhori.

Vegetarians can pamper themselves with varieties like Tarkari Biryani, Dhingri Mattar Biryani, Nizami Biryani Kala Moti Biryani, Panir Kabli Biryani, Kashmiri Chaman Biryani, Tandoori Paneer Biryani, Aloo Methi Biryani, Shahi Parda Biryani and more.

The non-veg menu offers Gosht Lucknawi Biryani, Gosht Khada Masala Biryani, Mutton Kolapuri Biryani, Calicut Muslim Biryani, Murg Kali Mirch Biryani, Murg Biryani Lucknawi, Samundari Khazana Biryani, Prawn Biryani and more.

Prices range from Rs 90 to Rs 190.

Jubilee time

Dr Prasanta Banerji, the homoeopath, has completed 50 years in his service to mankind. This occasion was marked by a felicitation by the PBHR Foundation at GD Birla Sabhagar. The evening first witnessed two Manipuri dance performances. Dr Banerji was then honoured with a bouquet and a certificate.

Dr Banerji spelt out his goal: to prove the science of homoeopathy on a global stage. “Youngsters have too many distractions these days, they should concentrate on working hard and honestly,” he said.

People from various walks of life showed their support for the doctor’s mission by attending the function. Seen at the event were film-maker Aparna Sen, actress Debasree Roy and businessman Jagmohan Dalmiya.