Eat, sip, pray: Where to dine this Durga Puja (2nd Course)

In the second of the three-part series we list 11 restaurants, which are a must-visit this Durga Puja.

From posto murgi to Dhakayi biryani, city chefs are rustling up delicious dishes this Durga Puja. In the second of the three-part series HT suggests 11 restaurants you can take your family and friends to for a sumptuous meal.

A lavish Bengali platter on display at Novotel Kolkata Hotel and Residences. (Samir Jana/HT PHOTO)

The rose and cherry eclair is a must-have at Little Pleasures.

Little Pleasures

What’s on offer: Rose-flavoured macaron, rose-petal and raspberry cheesecake

Chef’s pick: Rose and cherry eclair

Timings: 10 am-8 pm

Masala Wok has on offer a wide range of non-vegetarian dishes this Durga Puja.

Masala Wok

Chef’s pick: Murgh malai kebab, American corn pepper salt

Timings: Noon-midnight

The GT Route at Jameson Inn Shiraz Hotel has come up with a lavish Mughlai spread this festive season.

The GT Route, Jameson Inn Shiraz Hotel

What’s on offer: Tandoori jhinga, chapli kebab, murg hazrat mahal

Chef’s pick: Posto murgi, smurg hazrat mahal

Timings: Noon- 4 pm and 7 pm-11.30 pm

If you are planning to have biryani, Lokaahar is the place to be.

Lokaahar

What’s on offer: Non-veg platter

Chef’s pick: Dhakayi biryani

Timings: Noon -10 pm

Mad Hatter’s has come up with a wide range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes this Durga Puja.

Mad Hatter’s

What’s on offer: Herb potato fries, spicy paneer pepper fries and spicy chicken wings

Chef’s pick: Mushroom garlic fries

Timings: Noon-9 pm

Try out kasha mangsho and murgi kalia at Cafe Swiss at Swissotel Kolkata Neotia Vista, which has come up with an array of authentic Bengali cuisines.

Cafe Swiss, Swissotel Kolkata Neotia Vista

What’s on offer: Kosha mangsho, bhapa maach, murgi kalia, aloo golmorich

Timings: 12.30 pm onwards

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Soul has on offer Indian, Chine and Continental cuisines this Durga Puja.

Soul

What’s on offer: Continental, Chinese and Indian cuisine

Chef’s pick: Chicken lolipop

Timing: 2 pm onwards

Try out the sumptuous kebabs at Kebab-e-Que at The Astor.

Kebab-e-Que, The Astor

What’s on offer: Bengali buffet comprising chingrir malai curry, choi jhale pabda, mutton keema ghooghni, nolen gurer ice cream

Timings: 1 pm-4 pm and 7.30 pm-11.30 pm

The chefs at Buddha Bites have rustled up a delectable spread this festive season.

Buddha Bites

Chef’s pick: Mahti chicken, spicy lemon chicken, Chinese mild spice chicken

Timings: 11 am-11 pm

Backstage has on offer a wide variety of fish dishes.

Bakstage

Chef’s pick: Fish thali

Timings: Noon–Midnight

Try out the Italian dishes at Serafina.

Serafina

What’s on offer: Lobster bisque, frito misto di mare, pizza con gamberetti, lobster ravioli

Chef’s pick: Lobster ravioli and el’ tiramisu

Timings: Noon-11.30 pm