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Weekend Edit: Where To Eat, Sip And Unwind This Season
Weekend Edit: Where To Eat, Sip And Unwind This Season
As the festive season lights up India, the city's culinary and cultural scene comes alive with new experiences designed to delight every sense. From brunches that feel like a mini getaway to menus that reimagine indulgence, there's something for every palate and passion. This month, discover soulful food, inventive drinks, elegant desserts, artful performances, and mindful escapes, all curated to celebrate the good life. Whether you're brunching in Bandra, sipping cocktails in Jaipur, or stretching it out in Mumbai, these are the places and experiences redefining what it means to celebrate in style.
Bandra's eclectic culinary hotspot OCHO invites you to its signature Sunday Brunch, a vibrant, globally inspired feast served in a sunlit, buzzing setting.
Relish inventive plates like Chimichurri Cottage Cheese Sliders, Farmers Market Flatbread, Chicken Sloppy Joe Sliders, Paneer Popcorn, and Pulled Jackfruit Tostadas.
Hearty mains include Pumpkin Enchiladas and Loaded Truffle Mac & Cheese, while desserts such as Ocho Tres Leche and Seasonal Crumble Cheesecake offer the perfect sweet finale.
Pair it all with Zapotec Margaritas or Classic Sangrias for the perfect weekend escape.
Address: 8th Floor, Ramee Emerald II, Linking Rd, Santacruz West, Mumbai
When: Every Sunday
Santoor maestro Rahul Sharma will headline the Curtain Raiser for the 26th Kala Ghoda Arts Festival 2026 with Santoor Serenity: Healing Harmonies, a special charity fundraiser concert.
Presented in collaboration with CSMVS and the NCPA, the concert will raise funds for the preservation and restoration of Mumbai's historic Kala Ghoda Art District blending music, heritage, and purpose.
When: Sunday, October 12, 2025, 6:00 PM
Where: Jamshed Bhabha Theatre, NCPA, Nariman Point, Mumbai
Inka by Bastian brings a taste of luxury to lunch with its Business Set Lunch, served Tuesday to Sunday (12–4 PM).
This four-course menu celebrates Peruvian-Asian flair through highlights like Ceviche Mixto Carretillero, Salmon Tiradito, Anticucho Marino, and the signature Tiger Maki.
For dessert, Choco Udon and Crème Brûlée Cheesecake (available à la carte) make for a perfect finish.
Price: ₹1,500 (first month) | Thereafter ₹1,800 (veg) / ₹2,000 (non-veg)
Address: Peninsula Corporate Park, Lower Parel, Mumbai
Indulgence meets elegance at Milagro, with its new Chocolate Nutty Hazelnut Cake, a decadent creation featuring rich chocolate, roasted hazelnuts, and silky gianduja ganache topped with delicate hazelnut perlins.
Where: Milagro, Prabhadevi
Cost for Two: ₹4,000
Blondie by Bastian partners with SuperYou to introduce a limited-edition SuperYou Menu, redefining functional indulgence.
Sip on protein-rich shakes like Choco-Nut, Almond-Presso, and Berry-Nana, or enjoy the SUPER-gurt Bowl and Chia Pudding each boasting 26g of protein. Perfect for a post-workout boost or a guilt-free treat.
Where: Blondie, Khar
Frozen Fun collaborates with Bili Hu Coffee to launch India's first-ever Gelato Frappe Menu, blending Italian gelato with premium Indian coffee.
Enjoy refreshing flavours like Strawberry, Mango, Pistachio, Salted Caramel, and Mocha, a perfect balance of indulgence and innovation.
Where: Frozen Fun Gelaterias Khan Market (Delhi), One Horizon (Gurugram), C-Scheme (Jaipur), Phoenix Palladium (Mumbai), Breach Candy (Mumbai), Bandra Café (Mumbai)
This October, Persian Darbar invites you to experience royal dining steeped in Mughlai and Persian heritage.Relish signature dishes like Raan Sikandari, Mutton Nalli Nihari, and Murgh Lajawab Tikka, while vegetarians can enjoy Paneer Zafrani Tikka and the lavish Dastan Thal.
Complement your meal with Kabsa Rice and end with the restaurant's beloved Kunafa — crisp, golden, and irresistibly rich.
Locations: Bandra | Andheri (E) | Kurla | Pune
1932 Trevi presents Uncut Gems, a new cocktail programme inspired by the world of gemstones. Sip on imaginative creations like the smoky Coral Reef, sapphire-toned Ceylon, elegant Song of Pearls, and sparkling Trevi Paloma each telling a story through colour, craft, and composition.
Where: 1932 Trevi, 100 Santha House, JLN Marg, Jaipur
Cost for Two: ₹4,500
Recharge at MindFlex Pilates Hub, Mumbai's boutique wellness brand known for its serene design and personalised training.
With only three reformers per class, sessions are intimate, focused, and tailored to your goals balancing strength, breath, and mindfulness. Whether beginner or advanced, it's the perfect way to reset body and mind.
Where: MindFlex Pilates Studios – Andheri, Santacruz, Malad, and Kandivali
What: Reformer Pilates Sessions (small-group format)
From mindful movement to masterful menus, these experiences promise to fill your month with flavour, artistry, and joy, just in time for the festive season.
Source: News18
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