What: Caravan Concerts in association with t2
When: April 14, 7pm
Where: Caravan Cafe, DC 27/26, Salt Lake, Sector 1, beside City Centre 1
What to expect: Usher in the Bengali New Year with Caravan Concerts: Unplugged Musical Night in association with t2, a musical evening with folk, fusion, world music and retro mixes. Catch Gautam Das Baul in action jamming with Porshia Sen on vocals, Bachospati Chakraborty and Tutul Mukherjee on guitar. Immerse yourself in soulful music while you enjoy a delectable spread of world cuisine amidst a refreshing green ambience with a vibrant yellow Caravan as the backdrop.
What: Poila Boishakh Maha Bhoj
Where: Good Food Café, Indismart Tower, X1, Salt Lake Electronics Complex, 8/3, Street Number 20, EP Block, Sector V
When: April 14 and 15
Timings: Noon to 4pm
On the menu: Choose from a lavish traditional Bengali set menu or select the item of your choice from the a-la-carte menu to celebrate Bengali New Year. At the café you will receive a warm welcome with the traditional Aam Ada Diye Aam Pora Sorbot. The main menu will treat you to delights like Mangshor Malai Curry, Katla Macher Sata, Chana Potoler Rosa, Cholar Dal Luchi and Ghee Bhaat. Complementing them will be Jhuri Aloo Bhaja, Nim Begun Bhaja, Bok Phul Bhaja, and Aamsotto Khejurer Chatni and Papad Bhaja. In dessert expect Sita Bhog, Patisapta Pithea and Kheer Doi to bring sweet endings. You can walk out satiated and happy with a mishti paan.
Meal for two: Rs 1,500 (AI) per person
Contact: 9123075243/9831399410
What: Poila Baisakh Menu Where: Grace, Kolkata Centre for Creativity, 777 EM Bypass, Anandapur
When: April 15
Timings: 11am to 7pm
On the menu: The restaurant’s Poila Baisakh specialities are a treat for those looking for a gourmet meal. Warm up with Arugula, Feta Cheese Melon With Mango Mustard salad and proceed to a char-grilled appetizer, Dolmas that present the parwal (pointed gourds) stuffed with homemade spice masala mixture, and Posto cream emulsion. The main course comprises Pumpkin Cannelloni, a fusion dish where Pumpkin is stuffed with dalia risotto, crispy coriander spice and kalonji cream sauce. End your meal with Bhapa Pitha, a Bengali-style sweetmeat made out of mishti aloo, stuffed with coconut and jaggery along with the traditional nabanno. Enjoy all these while sipping on Hibiscus Sangria, a Spanish-style fermented sangria, consisting of fruits, and hibiscus.
Meal for two: Rs 1,200 plus taxes
Contact: 9836752666 / 033 6623 2337
What: Sonar Tori Special
Where: Sonar Tori, B Block, City Centre, Sector 1, Bidhannagar
When: April 14-16
Timing: noon to 10.30pm
On the menu: The main attraction at Sonar Tori, the fine-dining restaurant that’s known for its traditional Bengali fare, is its special thalis that are lavish. They have three separate thalis for the occasion — special non-veg thali, veg thali and thali for children. All of them come with a variety of food items that will make you go nom-nom. From the quintessential Luchi Aloo Dom and Cholar Dal to Sukhto and Chana Mourir Kofta in the veg thali. And Doi Maach, Pabda Begun Jhol, Railway Mutton Curry, Kancha Lonka Murgi and more in the non-veg thali, gastronomes are in for a grand treat. Mishti Doi, Belphuler Rosogolla and Payesh will add to the celebrations.
Pocket pinch: Rs 1,600 plus taxes for non-veg thali, Rs 1,300 plus taxes for veg thali and Rs 1,000 plus taxes for the thali meant for children.
Contact: 9073394591
What: Poila Baisakh special menu
Where: Scrapyard, 4th floor, South City Mall
On till: April 16
Timings: Noon to midnight and open till 1am on April 14 and 15 Expect: Mark new beginnings in a traditional ambience as you treat yourself to a big feast. Enjoy popular appetisers like Bengali Fish Fry, Dimer Devil, Mochar Chop and Vegetable Cutlet. For the main course, choose from a variety of crowd favourites like Bhetki Paturi, Kochi Pathar Jhol, Chingri Malai Curry, Potol Posto, Radhaballavi, Cholar Dal Narkel Diye and many more. To get the complete authentic experience, choose from the assorted Aamish Bhoj and Niramish Bhoj options that are available. Amp up your celebrations with festive decor and mesmerizing live music.
Pocket pinch: Rs 700 for one
What: Poila Baisakh special menu
Where: Oh Calcutta (Forum and Silver Spring)
When: April 15, lunch and dinner; April 16 lunch
Timings: Noon to 3pm and 7pm to 11pm
On the menu: Drop in at the restaurant to indulge in a delicious Bengali spread like Fish Fry, Enchor Chop, Chingri Sorshe Narkol, Kosha Mangsho, Chitol Muithya, Dak Banglow Murgi, Aloo Dom, Koraishutir Kochuree, Pulao and desserts like Kalakand, Kheer Kodom and Misti Doi and celebrate the first day in Bengali calendar.
Meal for two: Rs 2,650-plus
What: Poila Boisakh Special Buffet
Where: Flame & Grill South City and Mani Square
When: April 15 and 16 for lunch and dinner
Timings: Noon to 3.30pm and 7pm to 11pm
On the menu: Aam Ada Fish Fry, Panch Phoron Mutton Sheek Kebab, Aam Kashundi Paneer Tikka, Enchor Shammi Kebab, Mutton Biryani, Dhakai Murgi Roast, Prawn Malaicury, Bhaja Moshlar Aloo Dom, Basanti Pulao, Baked Mihidana, Kalo Jam and more awaits at Flame & Grill this Bengali New Year. Drop in and dig in!
Meal for two: Rs 2,390-plus
What: Chef’s Special Menu for Poila Boisakh
Where: Riyasat, 3rd floor, South City Mall
When: April 14 till April 30
Timings: 12.30pm – 3.30pm and 7pm – 11pm
On the menu: This Bengali New Year feast like a royal with your family and friends and dig into the restaurant’s popular dishes like Zaffron Murgh Tikka, Pathar Ka Ghost, Amrud Aur Kairi Ki Tikka, Kathal Ki Boti, Rampuri Ghost Ki Sheek and Pomfret Ki Sooley.
Meal for two: Rs 2,000 Delivery via: Zomato
What: Poila Boishakh Special Buffet
Where: Mainland China (Gurusaday Road and South City Mall)
When: April 15 and 16
Timings: 12.30 pm to 3pm and 7pm to 11pm
On the menu: Walk into any of the above-mentioned outlets of the restaurant and indulge in specialities like Chicken Assorted Pepper, Sichuan Chili Babycorn, Prawn Hot Garlic, Squid Spicy Hunan, Lamb Mahlak Sauce, Senpei Chicken, Sichuan Noodles and Coconut Roll and celebrate the special occasion.
Meal for two: Rs 2,390-plus
What: Poila Baisakh Special Buffet Where: Haka (Mani Square, Lake Mall and City Centre Salt Lake)
When: April 15 and 16
Timings: Noon to 3.30pm and 7pm to 11pm
On the menu: Chicken Siumai, Pepper Garlic Fish, Prawns In Hunan Sauce, Crispy Vegetable Chilli Plum, Squid Hot Basil, Fish Chilli Basil, Sweet And Sour Vegetables, Chicken Noodles, Fried Rice, Mango Mousse Cake, Pastry, Darshaan, Ice Cream will make your weekend binge worth it, at affordable rates. Don’t miss it!
Meal for two: Rs 1390-plus (Haka Lake Mall, Haka Mani Square) and Rs 1,450-plus (Haka City Centre Salt Lake)
What: Poila Boisakh - Aahelir Phire Dekha Where: Aaheli, The Peerless Inn, Sarat Bose Road, Axis Mall
When: April 15 and 16
Timings: Noon to 11pm
On the menu: As Aaheli turns 30 next month, a curated menu with gems from the last 30 years are on offer. Think Murshidabadi Mangsher Pulao (2015), Koochbihari Chingri Pulao (2018), Bhapa Chanar Utshab (2018), Chamatkari Chingri Malai (1993), Baspo Snato Bhetki (2017), Raj Thakur-Er Kosha Handi (2017), Dhumrogondhi Eelish (2007), Aahelir Rajbhoj (2007), Doi Kalash (1993), Mochar Dhokar Dalna (2022), Rajokio Radhaballavi (1993), Phoolkopi Rai Sorse Palong (2015) and much more.
Meal for two: Aaheli, The Peerless Inn (Rs 2,500-plus), Sarat Bose Road and Axis Mall ( Rs 2,000-plus)
For Reservation: 9831780403/9748295508
What: Lunch buffet
Where: Sonargaon, Taj Bengal
When: April 15 and 16
Timings: 12.30pm - 3.30pm
On the menu: Revel in the spirit of Poila Baishakh by celebrating togetherness with your friends and families, while treating yourself to the traditional yet exotic Bengali Aamish (Non-Veg) Thali, Niramish (Veg) Thali and Seafood Thali comprising of Topse Fry, Kaccha Lanka Bata Murgi, Kosha Mangsho, Koi Macher Tel Jhal, Narkel Posto Bora, Chanar Chop, Echorer Kaliya, Laal Saag Er Charchori, Kachkolar Kofta, Radha Ballabi, Bhapa Chingri, Bhekti Macher Paturi, Shor Bhaja, Sita Bhog, Aam Doi and much more.
Pocket pinch: Starting at Rs 2,700-plus per person for the niramish thali
For details: Please call +91-9831305057
What: Bengali New Year Brunch
Where: Cal 27, Taj Bengal
When: April 15 and 16
Timings: 12.30pm - 3.30pm
On the menu: Enjoy a special Bengali New Year Brunch at all-day diner Cal 27 and experience delicacies like Aam Pora Sorbot, Gondhoraj Ghol, Murgh Malai Tikka, Chingrir Chop, Mochar Cutlet, Dak Bungalow Chicken, Kochi Pathar Jhol, Dhokar Dalna, Potoler Dolma, Sukto, Eggplant and Zucchini Parmigiana, Fish and Chips with Tartar Sauce, Rossogolla, Pantua, Baked Mihidana Bitter Chocolate Gateaux, Mango Mousse Cake, Philadelphia Baked Cheesecake and much more.
Pocket pinch: Rs 3,000 plus per person (including select beverages)
For details: Call on +91-9831305057
What: Poila Baisakh Chill
Where: Junction, Taj Bengal
When: April 15 and 16
Timings: 7.30pm onwards
On the menu: Sip on the special cocktails and bite into the flavourful signature non- vegetarian and vegetarian appetisers like Chingri Macher Cutlet, Fish Kabiraji, Gondhoraj Murgh Tikka, Mochar Cutlet, Sarson Ka Phool, Palak Methi Sufiyani Tikka with live music.
Pocket pinch: A la carte rates apply
What: Mediterranean menu
Where: Souk, Taj Bengal
When: April 15 and 16
Timings: 7.30pm onwards
On the menu: Savour authentic four-course set Mediterranean menu comprising exotic dishes like Hummus Bil Lahm, Sheesh Taouk, Rubian Fattir, Kotopoulo Stifado, Artichawki Batata Meshwi, Yogurtulu Ispanaki Mujaddara, Baklava and much more.
Pocket pinch: Rs 4,000 plus per person (including select beverages)
For details: Call on +91-9831305057
What: Poila Baisakh lunch and dinner
Where: Shamiana, Taj City Centre New Town
When: April 15 and 16
Timings: Lunch- 12.30pm - 3.30pm, dinner- 7.30pm - 11pm
Expect: Enjoy authentic and traditional Bengali delicacies like Daab Chingri Malai, Rui Macher Patisaptta, Dhakai Elish, Gandharaj Lebu Lanka Murgi, Posto Mangsho along with live baul music and patachitra artists.
Pocket pinch: Rs 1,800 plus per person
For details: Call on + 91-6292288563
What: Poila Baisakh lunch and dinner
Where: Mynt, Vivanta EM Bypass
When: April 15
Timings: Lunch- 12.30pm - 3.30pm, dinner- 7.30pm - 11pm
On the menu: Soak in the festive spirit with Nabo Barsher Moddhanno Bhoj comprising authentic Bengali signature dishes like Doi Maach, Chingri Machher Kochuri, Kucho Chingri Kochu Loti, Mochar Kofta, Dhokar Dalna, Kheer Mohan, Patishapta, Rajbhog and much more.
Pocket pinch: Rs 2,400 plus per person (with mocktails), Rs 3,000 plus per person (with select beverages)
For details: Call on +91-6292274003
What: Poila Baisakh lunch and dinner
Where: Rangmanch, Raajkutir-IHCL SeleQtions
When: April 15
Timings: Lunch- 12pm - 4.30pm, dinner- 7pm to 11pm
On the menu: Indulge in the Rajbarir Bhoj like royalty at Rangmanch this Poila Baisakh with your friends and family. Savour exotic Bengali delicacies like Lau Pata Mora Chanar Paturi, Chingri Macher Malai Curry, Thakur Barir Kosha Mangso, Koraisutir Kachuri, Misti Doi, Krisna Nagar er Sor Bhaja, Kheer Kadam, Nolen Gur ice cream and much more. The extravaganza will also have a touch of tradition with Bengali folk dance.
Pocket pinch: Rs 1,899 plus per person
For details: Call on +91-6289461972
