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Sweet, dry or complex -- where do you pick up the perfect bottle?
Whether you drink red, white or both, a good wine store for special occasions is a must when you need to get just the right bottle. Which wine store is the best in Fairfax County? Cast your vote and let us know.
A knowledgeable staff, decent selection and low prices are just some of the factors to consider.
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Winners in all Readers' Choice categories will be announced on Aug. 24.
The nomination period for this contest is over. Voting will begin on July 23, 2012.
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10:16 am on Monday, June 18, 2012
The Wine Cabinet in Reston's North Point Village Center
3:06 pm on Thursday, June 28, 2012
Love the Wine Cabinet - terrific neighborhood wine shop. Great staff, great tastings. Husband big fan of beer tastings too.
6:51 pm on Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Oakton Wine Shop! By far the best in the land. If they don't have it, they'll get it. Just ask! Chances are it's there already.
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7:46 pm on Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Oakton Wine Shop is the best! So helpful, donates to lots of local charities and is truly a part of the community. Live them!
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7:47 pm on Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Oakton Wine Shop is great. Wines you don't fine elsewhere, helpful staff -- and wines in all price ranges -- i.e. they don't look down on you if you are looking for a $10 bottle of wine.
8:44 pm on Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Oakton wine shop! Great wine and beer. Knowledgeable staff who won't steer you wrong and does a lot for the local community.
8:56 pm on Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Oakton Wine Shop is the best. So helpful. So knowledgeable.
Michael Hunt
10:25 pm on Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Oakton Wine shop. Some of the best wine I have EVER enjoyed. And I have enjoyed wines from around the globe. Their beer selection makes it a favorite for me and hubbie.
Jeff Fox
10:58 am on Thursday, June 21, 2012
Definitely Oakton Wine Shop! They have the best tastings, best celebrity guests from around the world, and it's always an education.
Danette Berry
9:49 am on Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Unwined in Belle Haven. Great wine and rare beer available at good prices.
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12:18 pm on Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Unwined has the BEST people and an awesome, hand-picked selection that they are very knowledgeable about. I love their craft beer selection to pieces, and their stock rotates often, so there's always something new.
4:18 pm on Tuesday, June 26, 2012
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11:13 am on Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Believe it not, Wegmans down in Lorton has a wide selection, good prices and very helpful staff.
10:38 am on Friday, July 6, 2012
Vienna Vintners! Great tastings on Saturdays which includes food to snack on.
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6:43 pm on Sunday, July 8, 2012
I'm pretty sure that Total Wine and More likely beats out the competition. The selection is massive as compared to boutique stores and the sales volume naturally leads to lower prices. The lacking factor is ambiance, but I've got a nice dining room for that.
Kelly B.
2:17 pm on Monday, July 23, 2012
OAKTON WINE SHOP - hands down winner! Knowledge, variety, price and personal attention. A fun place for tasting and convenient to get to!
11:48 pm on Monday, July 30, 2012
Lake Anne Florist - great local Virginian wines! Plus there's chocolate & flowers...
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Oakton Wine Shop is the best. Knowledgeable staff, great tastings every weekend and they order anything you want. They are the best for sure!
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I no longer drink alcohol but when I did, I would go to Total Wine & More, however it use to be called Total Beverage. I would go there because of the large selection of British drinks, one in particular called a Snowball and another called Shandy.


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"I have an LG full of pictures to mutate, 1005 ways of cooking chiken" the CAT said, "and a hundred ways of being funny with words. I know A LOT of technology, and I'm very very clever."
"I have only one way, and I'm a blonde," said the FOX; "but I can generally manage with that, and with the help of a highlighting here and there."
So time went on, the FOX saw how very clever and funny the CAT was, and loved his videos, his texts, posts, and all things CAT. The FOX grew quite fond of the CAT, and wanted nothing more than to be with the CAT. The CAT in the interim went about playing with bubble wrap, golf balls and taking extraordinarily long hot showers, and plotting, posting, liking, reading Space Today on a daily basis, growing brain power.
The FOX saw all the comments coming through on the CAT's post. The CAT, very popular and loved by all, said "Smootchie!" The FOX immediately went to her laptop and did the only thing she knew how to do. She posted a simple picture. This is my simple plan," said the FOX. "What are you going to do?"
The CAT thought first of one photoshop, then another, even better trick popped into his head and he started in the other direction. Then the CAT stopped. Another trick had come to him but he wasn't quite sure if it was better than the second one he'd had. The CAT always could post a port-a-potty picture... well maybe....The CAT could always help the FOX's enemy post photoshop pictures ! The CAT could always always try and scare the FOX with his feet !
While he was debating time ticked away, like the cat's in the cradle with the silver spoon. Meanwhile, the FOX was silently waiting, posting just one picture. A picture of the CATS feet which she thought were cute.
And at last, the CAT in his confusion as to which picture was best was lassoed by the FOX. They ordered pizza with shallots. Lipstick was smeared (the CAT was wearing some that day), oh and people starred because, well, you know, a CAT & a FOX.
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Ravinia closes its summer seaon with a star-studded, three-day program.
The Knights, an orchestra with a fresh approach to the standard repertoire and beyond, will take up residence in the pavilion and bring as guest soloists cellist Yo-Yo Ma, violinist Itzhak Perlman, and soprano Dawn Upshaw.
"We're calling this the Trifecta," said Colin Jacobsen, violinist, who with his cellist brother Eric established The Knights about a decade ago. "We're going to be playing with three of our musical idols."
"We've worked with Yo-Yo and Dawn before," added Eric, who is also conductor of the chamber orchestra. The ensemble has appeared at the Ravinia Festival twice before, both times in the Martin Theatre, but their association with Perlman, a Ravinia favorite, is something new. "Welz Kauffman at Ravinia matched us up with him," said Colin. "We are very pleased about the opportunity to work with him."
Perlman will be soloist in Tchaikovksy's Violin Concerto on Saturday, Sept 8. The program includes Beethoven's Fifth Symphony and a work by the late Morton Feldman titled "Madame Press Died Last Week at Ninety," a homage to the New York composer's childhood piano teacher.
Ma will be soloist Friday, Sept. 7 in Schumann's Cello Concerto, and the program includes Wagner's "Siegfried Idyll," Debussy's "Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun," "Three Studies After Couperin," and a traditional Persian melody "Ascending Bird," arranged by Jacobsen and Aghaei.
Soprano Dawn Upshaw, who is herself an adventurous artist, performs at the final program Sunday, Sept. 9. "There will be a very French atmosphere to it," Colin said. "We're playing Debussy, Satie, Milhaud and Stravinsky, and Dawn will be singing Ravel."
In addition, Upshaw will present the world premieres of three numbers written just for this program. Mike Atkinson, the Knights' horn player, has made an arrangement of the Cole Porter tune "I've Got You Under My Skin" for her.
Colin is arranging "Undiu," a bossa nova song by Joao Gilberto, for Upshaw and The Knights, and singer-songwriter Christina Courtin, who is a violinist with the group, has written an original song for the soprano.


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Over the past few months I've made a point of asking various friends across the US and Canada about particular problems they may have growing rock garden plants in their particular locale. As a function of elevation, precipitation, humidity, etc. many have given up on growing various alpines but have found more than adequate choices to populate their gardens, which provide them with beauty, persistence and an acceptable level of challenge. But some have persisted in their view that THEIR area of the US simply doesn't allow for growing so many of our favorites, and restricts them to (please pardon me if you are a Hosta lover) hostas, and the various woodland plants such as trillium. In particular, the Midwest has more than a few gardeners who find their climate utterly inhospitable to most rock garden plants. So, if you are a gardener in Illinois, Missouri, Ohio, Kansas, Oklahoma, Iowa, or even Arkansas, can you offer some insights into what you grow and how you manage to overcome the hot and muggy summers and the unreliable (or totally non-existent) snow-cover? Thanks in advance
Peter George, Petersham, MA (north central MA, close to the NH/VT borders), zones 5b and 6 around the property.
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As participation on the NARGS forum has gradually increased, perhaps it's time to bring this thread to the fore again.
Since the original query was posed, there have been some interesting observations on how dryland alpines can be grown successfully in what would seem to be some very inhospitable climates for them:
Has anyone applied these or other practical and sustainable methods successfully in the area in question?
I have no experience growing in the area mentioned, but coming from a generally much colder area, and one in which the norm is unreliable snow cover (here in the chinook belt east of the Rockies), my feeling has always been that the value/"necessity" of snow cover is greatly overestimated, and that plant hardiness is often underestimated, and further, that plant death that might be attributed to "lack of snow cover" may often be related instead to poor drainage/standing water/"winter wet". Comments? Thoughts?
ought to generate some talk!
Last Edit: January 09, 2012, 11:32:37 PM by Lori Skulski
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Just a small observation: snow cover improves winter drainage enormously. Without snow, all precipitation is rain and, since the ground is typically already saturated by that time, it makes for a soggy cold mess. . Ground that is covered with snow drains under it.
Gardening on a wooded rocky ridge in the Ottawa Valley, Canada. Cold winters (-30C) and hot, humid summers. Nuts about native plants, ferns, pottery, my family, and Border Collies.
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Does ground that is covered with snow drain better, or is it that the bulk of the water is tied up in the snow and there is relatively little liquid water to drain?
Rick Rodich zone 4a. Annual precipitation ~24 inches
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I think it is just that water that falls as snow stays on top of the ground. Meanwhile the water already in the ground has a chance to drain.
A lot of rain runs off and never drains into the ground deeply. In the winter, under the snow, water held in the soil near the surface sinks instead of running off. So not only does the ground under the snow drain, it also builds up a water reservoir at the water table. It is not uncommon here in the summer to have heavy rain, making everything seem quite wet, but if you dig, you find that the soil a few inches down is quite dry.
I'm no scientist - this is just me surmising - so if I am wrong, please explain it to me!
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Well, my experience is that much depends on whether the soil under the snowcover is frozen or not or whether the snow melts or sublimate in spring. The latter is normal with much sun in spring. Although it is freezing temperatures the snow can disappear without melting. I've experienced it several times, even on Svalbard.
Rogaland, Norway - with cool, often rainy summers (29C max) and mild, often rainy winters (180 cm/year)!
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January 12, 2012, 09:06:50 PM »
I would like to add that snow cover insulates the ground helping prevent it from freezing. Water does not move through frozen ground well. This is observed often in Spring. When the ground is frozen and rain occurs, everything is a muddy mess. The water just puddles on the surface. Once the frozen earth has thawed, precipitation again percolates through the soil allowing it to dry. I have even observed this phenomena at my parent's house. They live on a level section a top an old gravel moraine. During the Spring thaw their yard is often a lake. After the thaw has occurred it is extremely dry.
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I'm trying to grow Alpines in Chicago. I'm growing in window boxes on the third floor window sills. Theyre dropping like flies after only two 80F days. There's reflection off the windows, but they've got generous organic matter and two inches of quartzite chips. I'm wondering if I need to redo my soil mix. I used three even parts sand, perlite, peat. Could there be too much moisture held in this mix? The plants get afternoon shade. Note where it says DEAD! After reading, I should have expected the Calceolaria to die, but I think the others should have been fine.
My current windowsill is planted with;
Acantholimon armenum
Androsace hirtella - DEAD
Anemone blanda 'enem' - DEAD
Arabis x kellereri
Astragalus angustifolius - DEAD
Calceolaria ex. garden Barrie Porteous - DEAD
Campanula betulifolia
Campanula trogerae x betufoliae
Daphne 'Lawrence Crocker'
Daphe 'Schlyteri' - DEAD
Draba bryoides
Penstemon uintahensis
Penstemon virens
Petrophyton hendersonii - DEAD
Saxifraga 'Sieberi'
Silene acaulis 'Anne Spiegel'
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Are you certain they suddenly "up and died" in two days, and that they were not actually already dead after the winter?
Edit: What I meant is, was there new growth or flowers on them, that were clearly killed in the warm weather? (If that was the case, it would be clear with
Anemone blanda
, which would have spent the winter as a dormant corm.)
Other thoughts.... I used to have some troughs up on tufa blocks and it
as though plants had a tougher time surviving the winter in them, presumably due to a bit less insulation as they were not in contact with the ground. Your troughs look as though they are reasonably large but given that they are not in contact with the ground, and are 3 stories up, exposed to wind, the conditions may be quite a bit harsher than at ground level.
Some of your plants may just be harder to grow than others. For example, I find some
very easy to grow here (the stoloniferous types, e.g.
Androsace sempervivoides
) but have trouble with the tight, hummocky ones like
Androsace hirtella
And then, the other thing is that it can just take time, experimentation, and, in my case, I'd say just plain dumb luck, to figure out what grows well in your conditions and what doesn't.
Last Edit: May 04, 2013, 10:38:46 AM by Lori S.
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The thought also crossed my mind. Most notably with evergreens, often winter injury doesn't show up until roots can't meet the demand that evapotranspiration exerts. But this also makes me wonder about the tolerance for heat in the early spring verses summer.
Before this week, we had two non-consecutive days with a high in the 50sF, and no 60s before we were slammed with four days in the 70s. This
Corydalis solida
grows in a small area on the south side of my dark brown house. Yes, it heats up fast. I went to work in the morning and there were a couple flowers that had opened. When I came home, all flowers had blossomed and were already visible wilty.
Rick Rodich zone 4a. Annual precipitation ~24 inches
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May 05, 2013, 07:45:33 AM »
Are these newly planted or were they planted last fall? If newly planted, could it be that the plants weren't properly hardened off? Also, it could be awfully dry high up like that. Alpine plants, as I understand it, don't want total dryness, they want good drainage. A wee bit of moisture, all the time, not standing water.
We had a dreadful drought in my area last summer. Guess which plants did the worst? I lost more alpines than anything else.
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May 05, 2013, 09:56:01 AM »
Well, the soil mix I made does drain rapidly. So maybe it was the winter weather that killed them. We had an awful drought in Chicago last summer, but I watered. These went in in the Fall and grew for about three weeks before winter hit. So I wouldn't really have called them established.
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Rapid freezing and thawing of the roots will kill even cold-hardy plants. It's not the temperature that gets them, but the rate of change of temperature. There are a few things you can do to reduce the rate of change:
1. Increase the thermal mass of the planting by using a bigger container and filling it with more mix.
2. Insulate the container somehow. Maybe use a foam cooler as a container. Or glue some insulating foam onto the outside of your container.
3. Make sure the mix is very moist. Maybe use a more water-retentive mix. Water stores a lot of heat, and takes a lot longer to freeze and thaw than dry mix.
4. Mulch.
5. Protect from wind.
None of these things will change the temperature that the mix ultimately reaches. They will just slow the rate of change.
SW Washington state, 600 ft. altitude
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May 06, 2013, 12:02:24 PM »
You say "the plants get afternoon shade". So that means they are facing east, right? In the winter, the plants and soil will be frozen at night, and then will be quickly defrosted by the morning sun. That's deadly. It's better to place them in a west-facing location, so that they have all morning to thaw out before the sun hits them. Better yet, don't let the sun hit them at all in the winter. They aren't growing anyway.
SW Washington state, 600 ft. altitude
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May 06, 2013, 02:56:45 PM »
I have problems with squirrels digging and pulling plants out, window sills are the only safe place.
Eastern exposures killing roots through rapid freeze thaw...I never considered that. My 15 sq ft of garden is precious, there's not much room for failure.
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Indus Pride describes the Strange Brew Experience as "an experience where everything from the decor, the food, the music and the drink is curated to blend a sensory brew that will stimulate the new age experimental."
The event has been traveling to six cities with six different artists.
The Indus Pride beer, brewed with Indian spices and herbs, comes in four variants - Citrusy Coriander, Citrusy Cardamom, Spicy Fennel and Fiery Cinnamon. Along with the music, these four beers will be paired beautifully with food at the events.
The Delhi event, which took place at Blue Frog, was curated by the Indian Electronica band - The Midival Punditz. The four Indus Pride beers were paired with two sets of menus -
Vegetarian Menu
1) Spicy potato and garlic cutlet burger – paired with Citrusy Coriander beer.
2) Veg strippers - paired with Citrusy Cardamom beer.
3) Baked brie with pineapple compote - paired with Spicy Fennel beer.
4) Cheese and jalapeno stuffed cigar roles - paired with Fiery Cinnamon beer.
Non Vegetarian Menu
1) Lamb and three cheese kebab roll - paired with Citrusy Coriander beer.
2) Grilled chicken - paired with Citrusy Cardamom beer.
3) Soya glazed spare ribs - paired with Spicy Fennel beer.
4) Crumb fried calamari with garlic mayonnaise - paired with Fiery Cinnamon beer.
The Strange Brew Experience hits Pune next on 7th June.
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The grand summer collection menu at the South East Asian cuisine restaurant, The Spice Route, offers a perfect tease for the senses with mango flavors delighting you in every bite.
Discover the sweetness of the king of fruits in specialties like Pla-E-Saan, Yum mamuang and Ga xao hot dieu, among others crafted by chef Veena Arora.
Meal for two: INR 5000 + taxes
Dates: Till 30th July, 2013
For reservations contact: 41116605
Timings: 12:30 pm to 2:45 pm (Lunch) 7:00 pm to 11:45 pm (Dinner)
Get Imperial Hotel's mango recipes here.
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What: A delectable invention by Chef Anisha Maker especially for the meat-o-holics.'The Meat Orgy' platter that serves barbecued portions of every meat imaginable! From pork to beef to chicken, the luscious and well seasoned cuts of meat are barbequed to perfection and smothered with the right amount of gravy with the option of choosing the level of doneness of your cut of meat, ranging from rare to well done.
Where: Garage Inc., 2nd Floor, 30, Powerhouse Building, Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
When: 15 April – 15 May 2013
Meal For Two: Rs. 1050 + taxes
Timings: 12 noon – 12 am
Contact: +91 8800958705, +91 9958457880
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What: Watch the teams battle it out on a large screens with their 'Catch the Match' package. Book a banquet space to enjoy the live cricket action with delectable delicacies and premium liquor being served all through the duration of the match.
Where: Courtyard by Marriott, Mumbai International Airport
Price: Price: INR 999 per person, for a minimum guarantee of 20 guests
Contact: +91 22 6136 9987
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The Imperial celebrates the dynamic spirit of Punjab with a veritable feast prepared by master chefs in authentic Punjabi style. The restaurant will serve a special menu which will include Punjabi meat masala, Maa ki daal, Murgh Patiala shahi, Bhatti da murgh amongst others.
Post a delightful meal here, it's safe to say Daniell's Tavern offers great food on any given day of the week. The food here bursts with rich flavours, without the unnecessary use of oil and spices, making the food sit just right on the palate. The menu revisits India from the eyes of Thomas and William Daniell and a must-do here is to take an art tour inside the restaurant to understand the fascinating history behind these recipes.
Date: Till today - 29th April 2013, only for dinner: 6:30pm - 11:45pm
Phone number: 011-41116607
Price: Meal for two: INR 4000 + taxes
For more information: The Imperial website,
The Imperial Facebook page
In picture: From top to bottom, the live kitchen at the restaurant, black lentil/Maa ki dal, restaurant interiors, restaurant chef Ved Prakash, bhatti da murgh/Tandoori chicken.
Find recipes from Daniell's Tavern restaurant here.
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What: A Mughlai Dawat that will include popular dishes like bahar-e-chaman, donali seekh, paneer bakush, chooza-e-makhani, birbali handi gosht, shahi sakora phirni, among several others.
Where: Flavor of Mughals, Central Arcade, DLF Phase 2, Opp. Sahara Mall, Gurgaon, Haryana 120123
When: April 20th – 30th April, 2013
Meal for two: Rs. 1200 plus taxes (excluding alcohol)
1-1 mocktail complimentary
Timings: 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Contact: 0124-4290000/ 9717879900
Food Pictures
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Celebrated Chef Megha Kohli of Olive Beach will be conducting a two hour fine dining master class at Foodhall.
Date: 30th April 2013
Time: 2-4 pm
Registration fees: Rs 1000
Contact for registration: 9711967348
Venue: Foodhall, DLF Promenade, 3 Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
The menu for the master class boasts of the following delicacies:
Gambas Ala Pancha (Prawns cooked in White Wine with rosemary and star anise)
Hot Paprika chicken and Nut stuffed Filo pie
Orange and chocolate mousse with cookie crumbles and burnt marshmallows
Strawberry Pannacotta
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What: A live kitchen dishing out fresh tacos, tortillas, nachos, salsa etc. A live guacamole bar running. New summer soups like Gazpacho and mexican desserts like Tres Leches (three layered milk cake ) and Coconut Flan added to the menu.
Foodhall also houses an extensive range of Mexican food products like jalapenos, refried beans and tortilla chips.
Sample the chips with different salsas and guacamole to decide which one you love the most! Enjoy fresh mangoes, avocados and corn on the cob in the true Mexican style.
When: All through April 2013
Where: FoodHall, DLF Promenade, 3, Nelson Mandela Marg, New Delhi
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What: Catch the action of IPL on the giant screen with a hard-hitting choice from a range of dishes from the Hunan Premiere League! China Doll offers a la carte selection of quality food from Changsha of Hunan, Guangdong and Sichuan cuisines. Pomp selection of dimsums adds to the choicest selection in the menu.
Where: China Doll- Chinese Restaurant, 3rd Floor, D-14, South Extension-2, New Delhi
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What: Enjoy the Special Veg and Non Veg Platter and get the rich experience of north Indian authentic food. Also enjoy Navratri Special. The lip smacking navratri menu includes Navratri Sabudana Aloo Tikki, Navratri Papdi Chaat, Aloo Masala Chaat and more.
When: 11th – 20th April, 2013
Where: Rang de Basanti Dhaba, DLF 'South Square', First floor, Shop no-102, Sarojni Nagar, New Delhi
Time: 3pm to 7pm
Contact: 011-64650001, 9910800814
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What: A special summer menu awaits you at Cafe Turtle. Beat the summer heat with healthy cold soups, fresh fruit mocktails made with fruits like mango, banana, pineapple etc.Step in to your nearest Cafe Turtle to stay cool and reenergize yourself.
Where: Cafe Turtle @ Full Circle 23, Khan Market, Ph: 24655641/2/3
Cafe Turtle @ Full Circle, N16, GK-1, Ph: 29245641/2/3
Cafe Turtle @ Full Circle, 8 Nizamuddin East Market, Near Community Centre, Ph: 41826124
Price: Cold soups@ Rs 175
In Picture: Watermelon Gazpacho
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What: Experience the mystique of Blind Tasting along with Chef Sergi Arola for the first time in Mumbai. Enter Arola blind-folded and get your-self seated for a journey that will tantalize your taste buds and will make you relish flavors and textures like never encountered before. Indulge in a 3 course menu and a wine pairing for every course. Chef has tailor made the menu with small portions of appetizers, main course and dessert to suit the concept of blind tasting.
Where: Arola, JW Marriott Mumbai
When: 16th- 21st April 2013
Time: Two sessions 7.00pm and 8.00 pm
Pricing: 1800 plus taxes (Includes a glass of wine)
Contact: +91 22 6693 3344
In Picture (clockwise): Chef Sergi Arola, Patatas Bravas, Gambas al Ajillo
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What: Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel celebrates the traditional harvest festival of Punjab with a gastronomical expedition of Amritsar.
Chef Surjan Singh Jolly creates a scrumptious menu which includes specially-crafted delicious dishes like Amritsari machi, makhan chooza roast, bhira kulcha and bhatti da murgh, seekhan and many more delightful dishes.
This food festival will also include specialties of 'Haal Bazaar' known for its kulfi and masala chaap.
When: April 13th to 30th, 2012 at Nawab Sahib
Where: Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel, 2 & 3B Chinmayanand Ashram, Powai, Mumbai 400087
Timings: 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
Price: Ala carte menu- Average meal for one: Rs. 2000
For reservations call: 022 6692 7558
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What: Tempting deals and packages along with screening of the cricket extravaganza on big projector screens. Predict the 'Man of the match' or 'Final Match Score', and be lucky to avail 50% Discount at 'Patra' & 'Eggspectation'. One can also avail vouchers for all day happy Hours at 'The Old Baker'.
Where: Jaypee Siddharth, 3, Rajendra Place, New Delhi-110008
Packages and Pricing: Bangalore Royal Challengers free Hit @ 1100 - A Bucket of 5 pints of Beer. One veg and non veg chef's choice snack on the house.
Knight Riders of 'Kolkata' @ 1500 -Buy the three of your favorite bartender's signature cocktails and relish three more on the house!!
Mumbai Indian's Master Blaster @ 1099- Get the high of talent master with amazing Absolute Vodka/Tequila platter. Add snacks from the menu and get 50% off.
Delhi Daredevil's' Flavour @ 2499 -Buy bottle of House Red or White Wine and get another bottle for free.
Chennai Super Kings' Beamer @ 5999- Full bottle of Chivas Regal as you watch Titans clash!! Add sumptuous snacks from our menu at 50% off!!
Class of 'Rajasthan Royals' @ 1400- Offer - Five shots of Glenlivet 12 y.o./ Chivas Regal!! Add snacks from the menu and get 50 % off!!
Contact: 011-25760000/ 43662500
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What: Indulge in the divine Punjabi food starting with refreshing drink followed by chaat/papdi, soup or a starter. Experience a fine selection of popular vegetarian and non-vegetarian punjabi cuisine including Kunna Gosht, Murgh Makhani, Paneer ke Paanse, Shadra Sabzian and Punjabi Dal Makhani. And of course, the celebrations would be incomplete without Paatra special Phirni.
Where: Jaypee Vasant Continental, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi- 110057
When: Starting from April 10, 2013 onwards
Timings: 1 PM - 4 PM
Meal for Two: Rs.2700/- plus taxes
Contact: 011- 26148800
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What: Gulp your way through the new healthy & hip coolers @ Amour, introduced for the Delhi heat inspired by summer fruits. These include Vodka, watermelon and basil; Gin, cucumber, coriander and kafir; Rum, pineapple and rosemary; Rum, sweet lime, chamomile and honey; Scotch, orange and ginger ale & Influential sex.
Where: Amour - The Patio Restaurant, Cafe & Bar , Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
When: 8th April to 15th April 2013
Timings: 12:00 am to 12:00 pm
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Lighthouse 13 plans something special for all the enthusiastic game lovers for the 2013 season of the Indian Premium League.
Here are some of offerings along with other Chef's signature snacks
Get a Bucket of 4 Indian beers @ 599
Bucket of 6 Indian Beers @ 799
Unlimited IMFL Liquor @ 999
Where: Lighthouse 13
13 F, MGF Metropolitan Mall, Saket, New Delhi
When: 3rd April- 26th May 2013
Timings: All Day, Event occurs daily
For reservations: 9650622113, 011-46541913
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What: Feast on the finest of Punjabi cuisine with world renowned delicacies such as Beera Chicken, Malerkotla Chicken, Machhi Amritsari, Phul Makhana Muttar, Wadi Aloo, Paneer Ki Kheer, Mango Rabri etc. Take please in authentic Punjabi cuisine prepared by expert chefs under the watchful eye of Master Chef Jyoti Arora.
Where: Saffron, JW Marriott Mumbai
When: April 02 to 18, 2013
Time: 7 pm onwards
Pricing: Approximately INR 2200 plus taxes for two (without alcohol)
Contact: 022 66933344 or log on to www.jwdining.com
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What: Mexican food promotion continues on popular demand. Featuring Chicken Avocado Soup, Chicken Tacos, Mexican Potato Salad, Filet Pescado A La Plancha, Pollo Con Almenadorado, Quesadillas, Mock Carrot Cake and more…
When: April 1 - April 30, 2013
Where: The All American Diner, Habitat World, IHC, Lodhi Road, New Delhi
Timing: 11:00 am - Midnight
Price: Between Rs.300 - Rs.500 (Excluding Taxes)
Contact: 011-43363162
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What: Catch up for a perfect cricketing interlude at the Island Bar throughout this season. Unlimited premium liquor, crispy and tangy Chef's signature snacks, opt for the 'Beverage premium League'. Alternatively, go for 'straight drive', where you will be served premium Indian liquor and Chef's signature snacks platter. If your favourite drink is beer, go for the 'Budweiser Bucket'.
When: 3 April to 26 May 2013
Timings: 2pm to 1am everyday
Pricing: Beverage Premier League @Rs 2000, Straight Drive @Rs 1500 and Budweiser Beer Bucket @Rs 999 (all-inclusive)
Contact: 91-11-41191030
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Still looking for an amazing plan to impress your date in the week of Valentine's? Pizza Hut launches a range of six delectable heart shaped pizzas with exciting toppings like Veggie Lovers, Paneer Makhani, Veggie Supreme, Chicken Tikka, Kadai Chicken and Chicken Supreme. You can also order a love-filled meal of one Medium heart pizza, two beverages and two desserts at just Rs 599/-.
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What: The Easter brunch features an array of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy and an extensive international buffet selection. Some buffet highlights are mini caviar parfait, honey mustard glazed ham, key lime tart, Easter nets and much more.
When: 31st March, 2013
Where: Cafe Uno, Shangri-La, New Delhi
Cost: Rs 2,950 plus taxes (unlimited Taittinger champagne)
Rs 2,250 plus taxes (no alcohol)
Timings: 12 noon to 3 pm
Contact: 011-41191010
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What: Easter Sunday Brunch. Easter is the ideal time to gather family and friends, have a delicious springtime meal and pull out all the stops for an egg-stravagant feast.
When: March 31, 2013
Where: Courtyard by Marriott, Mumbai International Airport
INR 1150 (non-alcoholic)
INR 1450(alcoholic)
INR 600 for kids
All the prices above are exclusive of taxes.
Contant: 91-22 61369999, extension no: 6771 / 72
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What: Easter always bring back childhood memories of Easter bunnies, egg painting and egg hunting sessions for most of us.
Let the children indulge with yummy Easter goodies like chocolate bunnies, egg baskets and Easter eggs at La Baguette.
While all you grown- ups can gorge on an exotic layout of lamb specialties for an elaborate Easter brunch buffet at 1911.
Where: The Imperial, New Delhi
When: Till 31st March, 2013
Brunch timings at 1911: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
La Baguette timings: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Meal for two at 1911: INR 5000 + taxes
For Reservations at 1911 contact: 011-41116602/6603
For placing an order at La Baguette contact: 011-41116630
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Buy one get one free offer on all food and beverages exclusively for TGIF India Facebook fans.
A code will be posted on TGIF India Facebook page. Fans have to visit any TGIF restaurant in India and say the daily code to the restaurant manager to avail this offer.
Offer ends on March 29th, 2013
Terms & conditions apply!
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What: Holi Brunch Buffet. Colorful days, joyous celebrations and delicious food.
Where: MoMo Café, Courtyard by Marriott, Mumbai International Airport.
When: 27th March 2013
INR 1150 (non-alcoholic)
INR 1450 (alcoholic)
INR 600 for kids
Time: 12 pm to 3 pm
Contact: 91-22 61369999, Extension no: 6761
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Savour an array of exotic delicacies served in unglazed clay pots and smoked with different aromas at Zune, the Indian specialty restaurant at Hilton.
Cost: Rs. 850 plus tax per person
Where: Zune, Hilton New Delhi/Janakpuri hotel, Janakpuri District Centre Complex, New Delhi- 110058
Phone number: 91-11-4123-4123
Date: March 25 until April 14, 2013
Time: 7:00 pm until 11:30 pm daily
Dum Dhuan Masala Food Festival menu in the next slide.
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Menu for the Dum Dhuan Masala Food Festival at Zune, Hilton New Delhi
Details in the previous slide.
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What: Burger and beers are a match made in heaven, so this spring, reward your taste buds and indulge in a hearty celebration.
Chef and Owner Anisha Maker brings to you innovative burgers inspired from different parts of the world, namely Mexico, Germany, U.S.A, Asia and the Mediterranean.
Where: Garage Inc.
Address: 2nd Floor, 30, Powerhouse building, Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
When: 22 March – 14 April 2013
Timings: 12 noon-12 am (midnight)
Contact: +91 8800958705, +91 9958457880
Meal for two: Rs 1,000 + taxes
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What: Mexican food promotion featuring Chicken Avocado Soup, Chicken Tacos, Mexican Potato Salad, Filet Pescado A La Plancha, Pollo Con Almenadorado, Quesadillas, Mock Carrot Cake and more.
Where: The All American Diner, Habitat World, IHC, Lodhi Road, New Delhi
When: March 1 - April 30, 2013
Time: 11:00 am - Midnight
Price: Between Rs.300 - Rs.500 (Excluding Taxes)
Contact: 011-43363162 or www.habitatworld.com
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What: Enjoy special Discounts on the Easter Special Kids Menu.
Where: Hang Out, Select Citywalk & DLF Mega Mall, Golf Course Road, Gurgaon
When: 30th-31st March, 2013
Time: 11 AM – 9 PM
Contact: 9810224004/9560700811-22
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What: Por Pia at The Spice Route offers a wide spread of innovative Thai food like Por pia kai (Thai spring rolls), Thung thong (golden bags of minced chicken served with a tangy sauce), Kung hom pha (Prawns in spring roll wrapper) and many more succulent delights.
Where: The Imperial, Janpath, New Delhi
When: 20th –25th March 2013
Timings: Lunch: 12:30pm to 2:45pm/ Dinner: 7:00pm to 11:45pm
Meal for two: INR 6000 + taxes
Contact: 011-23341234, 011-41501234, Facebook page
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What: The store will have live Shawarma, falafel and hummus counters where shoppers can learn to make these dishes, taste them and ask the chef anything they want to know about the cuisine. Different Middle Eastern food hampers will be available as well.
The idea behind this food festival is to educate customers about new cuisines and to make this accessible to everyone in their own homes.
Where: Foodhall, First Floor, DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
When: March 1 - March 31 2013
About Foodhall
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What: A unique opportunity to indulge at some of the finest restaurants with a six-course tailored chef's tasting menu as well as interact with the head chef.
Where: A specially designed six-course chef's tasting menu across restaurants in Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore.
Dehli: Indian Accent, Konomi, Olive Bar & Kitchen, Kainoosh, Travertino, Tres and Varq.
Mumbai: Aurus, Ellipsis, Pan Asian, Dakshin Coastal, Hakkasan, Botticino, Two One Two, Kangan and The Sassy Spoon.
Bangalore: Blue Ginger, Masala Klub, Karavalli, Likethatonly, Olive Beach, Rim Naam, Royal Afghan and Caperberry.
When: 4 - 10 March, 2013
Pricing: Restaurants in Mumbai and Delhi at INR 2,500 plus taxes and charges and at INR 2,000 plus taxes and charges in Bangalore.
Contact: www.chefstableweek.com
In Picture: Calmarata Pasta at Botticino
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What: Shiro introduces an exclusive variety of dumplings for the Chinese New Year. On offer are dumplings like Zucchini & Coriander Root Dumpling, Spinach & Corn Dumpling, Celery & Pepper Mushroom Dumpling. For meat lovers, the menu includes Yellow Curry Chicken Dumpling, Prawns Wrapped in Chinese Cabbage and Steamed Black Bean Pork Ribs.
When: Till 3rd March, 2013
Price: Unlimited Dim Sums + Unlimited Soup + Unlimited Tea for a set price of Rs.850 + taxes
Where: Shiro, Hotel Samrat, Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
Contact: 011-26876310 and 011-26876311
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Make your celebrations special at Iredus
What: Celebrate a romantic evening with your loved one, with a unique experience everyday. Curious Love Masquerade Night with Negra Pradera (14th Feb), Latin Salsa Flamenco Band (14th Feb), Curious Beverage Night (15th Feb), Karoke Special with KJ's Radhika & Marshall (16th Feb), Barbaque Sunday.
When: 14th February 2013 onwards
Where: Located near the Westin, Gurgaon, Next to IFFCO Chowk Metro Station
For Reservations: 91+9654222288, 01244030430
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What: Starting 31st January, Dunkin' Donuts India is inviting all duos, be they couples, friends, family, colleagues or neighbors, to celebrate love with two new donuts - Angel's Kiss and Devil's Bite.
Where: All Dunkin' Donuts outlets in Delhi/NCR
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What: Free flowing select beverages at the bar, unlimited starters and dinner buffet.
Where: Barleyz - The Brew House, 2/3, 80 Feet Road , Sony Signal, Koramangala, Bangalore
Price: Singles: Rs 1795, Couples: Rs 3590
Contact: +91-9342497590
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What: Set menu for lunch and dinner. The menu is paired with free flowing Sparking & Still wines for lunch & dinner.There are Valentine's Day specials in their other in house restaurants as well.
Where: Oko, 6th Floor, The Lalit Ashok Kumara Park, Bangalore
Price: 2500 per person
Phone: 080-30527777
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What: Special candle light buffet with bottle of wine per couple with Live Music.
Where: Royal Orchid Suites, Annexe of Vaswani Pinnacle, Whitefield Main Road, Whitefield, Bangalore
Pricing: Couple: Rs. 1999 with bottle of wine
• Single Lady: Rs. 899 with glass of wine
• Couple with Room: Rs. 6499 - Special Candle Light Buffet Dinner with bottle of wine per couple and Over Night Stay
Contact: 9731137788 / 9632500104 / 9663701464
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Valentine Day Celebrations @ Taj Lands End
What: 'Champagne Afternoon Tea' with chocolate muffins, scones, strawberry tarts and finger sandwiches with rose champagne. The mood for the evening will be set with balloons, candles and flowers, along with a scrumptious buffet.
Where: Atrium Lounge/Vista
Address: Lobby Level, Taj Lands End, Bandra West, Mumbai
Phone: 022-66681234
Price: Rs. 3000++ per couple @Atrium Lounge and Rs. 5500 ++ per couple (inclusive of two glasses of champagne or red wine) @Vista.
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Valentine's Day Celebrations @ JW Marriott Hotel, Mumbai
What: Chef's special set menu with a glass of Champagne at Arola and Spices
Price per person: Rs. 3500 (exclusive of taxes)@ Arola and Rs. 2995 (exclusive of taxes) Spices
Contact: 022 66933344
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What: Escobar will be decorated with candles. A rose will be handed out to the lady. A special five course menu. Each couple gets a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine.
Where: Escobar, 4th Floor, VN Sphere Junction of Turner and , Bandra West, Linking Road , Mumbai
Price: Rs. 4999 inclusive of taxes per couple
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Love Hangover @ Maddox Club & Lounge
What: Chicken Florentine delicacy will be served on 14th Feb. for Rs. 599/-++. A heart shaped stuffed chicken with spinach & mushroom, laced with cheddar cheese served with grilled veg, mashed potato, colslow, french fries and garnished with rose (made of tomato). Enjoy with your loved one along with a Live DJ.
Meal for 2: Rs. 1800 plus taxes
Where: Maddox- Club & Lounge, M-68, 2nd Floor, G.K.1
Contact: 9599999806, 011-41070123
Date: 14th Feb, 2013
Time- 1pm onwards
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Special Menu for Valentines Week at Amour
What: A welcome drink of strawvberry, vodka and sparkling Rose. Choice of soup or salad, appetizers and mains. End your meal with a heart shaped chocolate cake with dry fruits, vanilla coulis.
Where: Amour, 30, Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
When: 11th Feb – 16th Feb 2013
Pricing: Valentine Packages start from Rs. 2990 ++
Contact: +91 9654126687, +91 9212126687
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Embrace your love this Valentine's Day @ Criolo
What: Make your Valentine's Day celebration even sweeter as you enjoy carefully selected and prepared with passion valentine goodies like signature heart shape cakes, exotic fruit heart and heart shape strawberry chocolate box.
Where: Criolo, Hilton New Delhi/Janakpuri hotel, Janakpuri District Centre Complex, New Delhi- 110058
When: February 13-14, 2013
Time: 11 am – 9 pm
Cost: Goodies started from Rs 450 onwards plus taxes
Contact: 91-11-4123-4123
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Express your eternity of love @ Lighthouse 13
What: Experience the romantic candle-lit & cozy ambiance, soulful music, open skies candle light dinner, DJ floor, red rose on arrival, photographer to catch the moment. Also featuring a special A la' carte Valentine's menu with a complimentary cake for the couples.
Where: Lighthouse 13, MGF Metropolitan Mall, Saket, New Delhi
When: 14th February'13
Time: 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM
Contact: 9650622113, 9811883202, 011-46541913
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What: La Crepe Rit has come up a special menu for you and your loved ones from salads to appetizers to mains. Not to forget the special Je t'aime Crepe (Mascarpone & Strawberry Crepe) for dessert.
Where: Unit No. G8, Block No. D2, Southern Park, Saket District Centre, Saket, New Delhi, 110017
When: Till 14 February 2013
Timing: 11.00 am to 11.30 pm
Meal for two: Rs. 1500 plus taxes
Contact: 11 41721985, (91) 11 40581984
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What: One stop for all possible street food in Delhi at the 'Dilli Ke Pakwaan Festival' (Festival of foods of Delhi). The sumptuous platter of delectable eatables from 'gullies' and 'nukkads' of the walled city comes from famous vendors like 'Tilak Raj di Kulfi', 'Chandni Chowk ka Chilla Bhandar' and 'Daulat ki Chaat'. Apart from the culinary delights, the highlights of the festival are theme gates, such as Old Delhi railway station, Gate with floral decorations etc.
Where: Baba Kharak Singh Marg
When: Till 14 February, 2013
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What: The 30th Spring Food Festival - the Annual Fund Raiser for the Sisters of the People Society.Scrumptious eats from North Indian, South Indian to Chinese, Thai, Mexican and Continental Cuisines. Rides and Games for kids. One can also shop @ Bargain Bazaar.
Where: Lajpat Bhawan, Lajpat Nagar iv,near Vikram Hotel, New Delhi- 110024. Near Moolchand Metro Station. Contact no. - 264458021
When: February 3, 2013
Time: 11 am to 4 pm
Entry Ticket - Rs 30 per head
Meal for Two - Rs 200-500
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Celebrate Republic Day at Toscano, Whitefield
Address: 2nd Floor , Whitefield, Bangalore
Time: 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Date: January 26th 2013
Phone: 080- 25939224
Annual Republic Day Brunch, desserts Buffet, free-flowing beverages.
Price: Rs. 1495 per adult & Rs. 795 per child (4 – 12 ages)
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Republic Day at My Place
Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Address: Movenpick Hotel & Spa Bangalore, 115, Pipeline Road,
New BEL Road, Bangalore
Phone: 080 - 30412940
Date: January 26th 2013
Wide variety of regional specialties from all the states of India
Price: Rs. 1150 + taxes for Lunch & Rs. 1550 + taxes with wine & beer
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Republic Day Eve Dinner & Republic Day Brunch at Seven, Shangri-La Hotel
Address: Ground Floor , Lower Parel , Mumbai
Date: January 25th and 26th 2013
Phone: 022-61628000
Republic Day Eve Dinner (25th January, 2013): Rs. 1750 + taxes per person
Republic Day Brunch (26th January, 2013): Rs. 2250 + taxes per person (includes mocktails and other non-alcoholic beverages)
International cuisine will also be available, with a customized Indian touch to it.
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Republic Day Celebrations at Lotus Café, JW Marriott
Address: Ground Floor, Juhu, Mumbai
Phone: 022-66933344
Date: January 26th 2013
Elaborate buffet brunch with the most authentic preparations from across the regions of India.
Price: Rs. 2850 per person (exclusive of taxes)
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Republic Day Feast at Chonas
Address: 31, Khan Market
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Date: January 26th 2013
Phone: 011-41757047, 011-41757095
Savor exotic Republic Day combos along with 30% discount on the main menu.
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What: Buzz brings to you the special menu called Tricolor Bytes that has dishes like Tricolor Lasagne, Tricolor Mushroom Risotto, Tricolor Penne Pasta, Tricolor Salads, mock tails and many more.
Where: Ground Floor, Metropolitan Mall, Saket, 011 29563502, 098-99-250312
When: 26th Jan - 27th Jan 2013
Meal for Two: Rs 1500 plus taxes
Timings: 12 noon- 12.45 pm
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What: Get set to dig into tricolor desserts at Hao shi Nian Nian like Orange Ice-creams, Vanilla Truffles, Tricolor cake and many more.
Where: M-25, GK-2, New Delhi, 9999218888
When: 26th January 2013
Meal for Two: Rs 1200 plus taxes
Timings: 12 noon- 11.45 pm
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Republic Day Special Menu at Radisson Blu Hotel
Address: Plot No. D, District Centre, Outer Ring Road , New Paschim Vihar, Delhi
Date: January 26th 2013
Phone: 011-46399999
The grand feast will include specially designed live grill menu with complimentary Punch Mocktail at Indyaki restaurant and an elaborated multi cuisine buffet with chaat counter at Level 2 restaurant.
Indyaki: 7.30pm to 11.00 pm @ Rs. 1600 + taxes
Level 2: 7pm to 11pm @ Rs 1500 + taxes
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Celebrate Republic Day at Berco's
Time: 12:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Date: January 26th 2013
Address: All outlets in New Delhi
Thai Red Curry Combos:
Price: Veg-Rs 235 (Tax applicable)
Non- Veg- Rs 265 (Tax applicable)
Note: Get Green Apple Cooler (Rs 95) Free with Thai Red Curry Combo
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What: La Crepe Rit, the recipient of the 'Award Winning Pancakes from Brittany' offers special combos for the Republic Day. Choose from the variety of English, Italian & French cuisine.
Where: Unit No. G8, Block No. D2, Southern Park, Saket District Centre, Saket, New Delhi, 110017
When: Till 26 January 2013
Meal for Two: Rs. 500 – Rs. 1000 plus taxes
Timings: 11.00 am to 11.30 pm
Contact: (+91) 11 41721985, (91) 11 40581984
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What: Café Coffee Day has introduced a new range of hot beverages called 'Winter Warmers', a range of four delicious hot beverages. The Classic Irish Coffee, Hot Irish Indulgence The Irish Hot Cocoa and the Tangy Orange Tea.
Where: CDX outlets in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Noida and Gurgaon.
When: Available till February 2013.
Pricing: Rs.25/- to Rs.35/-.
Timings: 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
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What: Cafe Turtle has put together a fabulous new menu to bring in 2013! The menu includes delights like Baked Penne Bolognese, Hot Apple Cider, Brownie in a Cup, A la Crepes etc.
Where: Cafe Turtle
1. Khan Market, Shop No. 23, 2nd floor, middle lane
2. Greater Kailash-1, N-16, 3rd floor
3.Nizamuddin East Market, Shop No. 8
Timings: 9:30am-9:30pm
Price Range: From Rs 95 to Rs 325
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What: Leading us through the festive bonfires of Lohri yet again, Madan Gopal Singh and his Chaar Yaars, will be joined this year in a musical bonhomie by the rising Sufi star- Dhruv Sangari, the young Harpreet and a very special guest, the iconic pop singer, Jasbir Jassi.
Where: India Habitat Centre, The Hub
When: 13th January 2013
Timings: 7:30pm onwards
Call: 43663333
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