There was a special meal laid out for Preeti and Shivika Goenka, Sunita Oberoi and Mehek Chauhan, Renu and Prerna Poddar, Anuradha and Stuti Kanoria and Sumedha and Avantika Saraogi on May 8 at Quest’s Yauatcha. A meal of dim sums that they themselves had just tried their hands at, preceded by a dim sum masterclass by Kushal Lama of the Oriental dine den. Hosted by Preeti and her daughter-in-law Shivika, the event was a run-up to Mother’s Day (on May 13).
“It was Shivika’s idea,” said Preeti, in between trying her hands at Vegetarian Chive Dim Sum. “We wanted to do something fun and different. It was great to learn making dim sums,” said Shivika.
Sumedha and Avantika Saraogi chose to have a go at Asparagus and Corn Roll first. “I don’t cook… I taste! The first time I tried to make a dim sum, it was a blob... this is much better,” said Avantika. “I don’t really get a chance to miss her really... we see each other almost every day. I guess being in the same town and us living so close to each other makes it easy to meet so often,” said Sumedha about her daughter who got married recently. “I just get pampered a lot more now,” said Avantika.
Anuradha Kanoria had a lot of fun making dim sums with daughter Stuti. “I don’t know how much we are going to make it, but we certainly enjoyed ourselves,” said Anuradha. Stuti, who has been married for almost four years, felt her mom loves her raviolis the most. “She cooks for me,” said Anuradha, posing with her Truffle Edamame Dumpling.
PAMPER PLATTER FOR MOM
What: Margarita Brunch/Dinner on Mother’s Day
Where: The Bridge, The Park
When: May 13, 12.30pm-3.30pm, 7.30pm-11.30pm
On the menu: A special buffet menu that includes dishes like Maa Ki Haath Ka Dal, Lachha Paratha with Chicken Korma and Fish Lababdar and a live counter serving street food like Golgappa and Fried Noodle Chat. End the meal with desserts such as Hazelnut Crumbed Nougat, Ghana Chocolate Wedge and Baked Mishti Doi Cheesecake. The best part? The brunch/dinner for your mother is on the house.
Meal for one: Rs 2,236 (all-inclusive) without alcohol and Rs 2,708 (all-inclusive) with alcohol.
What: Mother’s Day Week
Where: Seasonal Tastes, The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
On till: May 13, 12.30pm-3pm and 7pm-11pm
On the menu: Make it a special day for your mother by treating her to a spread that includes dishes such as Potoler Dolma, Bhapa Phoolkopi, Shorshe Maachh, Ma Ki Dal, Rajma Chawal and Aloo Mutter. Finish your meal with desserts such as Payesh, Narkel Naru, Torte, Cookies and Pies.
Meal for one: Rs 1,399-plus for brunch, Rs 999-plus for lunch and Rs 1,199-plus for dinner.
What: Mother’s Day 2018
Where: The Square, Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences
When: May 13, 11am-4pm for brunch, 7pm-11pm for dinner
On offer: Pamper your mom by singing her favourite song, cooking a pizza or Pav Bhaji or letting her take a dip in the pool and relaxing with unlimited drinks. There will also be mouth-watering food and live counters serving dishes like dim sums, pancakes and waffles. There’s a complimentary Raspberry Crown Cake for your mom.
Meal for one: 1,449-plus.
What: Mother’s Day
Where: Eat Good Food, 19 Tarak Dutta Road, Ballygunge
When: May 13, 8.30am-11pm
On the menu: Treat your mom to a healthy meal this Mother’s Day with a three-course fare where you can choose from Fresh Italian Salad or Ceasar Salad, Herbed Rice or Pasta Pomodoro and Stir-fried Tofu/Paneer/Grilled Fish or Chicken. End the meal on a sweet note with a Walnut Fudge Brownie.
Meal for one: Rs 475-plus.
Check out the Mother’s Day Surprises at www.outboxsurprises.com:
Customised Chocolate Bars: Get your mother a bar of chocolate that says “Mom you rock” on the wrapper. Rs 250
String Of Memories With Mom: A collage of pictures of your mother and you clipped to a wooden frame with a Mother’s Day letter. Rs 1,200
Bubblegum Footspa At Your Doorstep: Have a letter and a rose delivered to your mother in the morning and pamper her with a 50-minute bubblegum foot spa at any time of the day. Rs 1,499
The Mother’s Day Platter: A three-course meal of a cuisine of your choice delivered to your mom. Rs 1,800
The Biggest Mother’s Day Gift: A big box tied with a red ribbon, filled with helium balloons and a letter. Rs 2,400
Mother’s Day Musical: A guitarist will sing at your mother’s doorstep for 20 minutes with a red-carpet entry, balloons, a party popper and a special letter. Rs 3,000
Text: Saionee Chakraborty
Pictures: Rashbehari Das
