PEAKLIFE

By Neha Mehrotra

If you’re wondering how to spend your holiday season, we have you covered with all the festive happenings and new launches you need to add to your winter calendar. Holiday Cruises? Check. An elaborate food festival? Yep! A nostalgic dream Christmas? All covered! Dive into our comprehensive roundup, your go-to resource for the season’s must-do activities and the latest launches.

1. Holiday Cruising from Mumbai Port

Embark on an extraordinary holiday cruise from Mumbai with Cordelia Cruises, where you’re invited to experience a journey beyond the ordinary. As you embark on a year-end retreat with Cordelia Cruises, you’re invited to indulge in a culinary journey curated by the best chefs. Delight your taste buds with a curated culinary adventure, from North Indian spices to coastal South delights. The carefully crafted entertainment, featuring the lively Balle-Balle show and pride-filled Indian cinematic spectacle, promises an unforgettable retreat. Let Cordelia Cruises be your home away from home.

2. Wine, Kebabs, and Unforgettable Moments at The Great Kabab Factory

Experience unparalleled culinary artistry at The Great Kabab Factory, celebrated for its gastronomic prowess. Unveiling a new chapter, the renowned establishment now presents an opulent dining affair: Wine dinners every weekend. Indulge in pre-plated perfection, savouring expertly crafted kebabs harmoniously paired with premium wines. To mark this event, the restaurant recently hosted a wine and a chef’s table for food enthusiasts. You can enjoy this gastronomic delight every weekend, and it is available for a minimum table of six or more, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, celebrations, or corporate events.

3. A Grand Soiree in Hyderabad at the Launch of Quorum’s New Venture, ‘district150’

The Quorum, a members-only lifestyle club, inaugurated its meetings and events hub in Hyderabad’s Sattva Knowledge City with a dazzling opening gala on November 3rd. Attended by Hyderabad’s eminent personalities such as Dilip Cherian, Seerat Kapoor, and more, the chic district150 spaces transformed into a social hub for India’s business, entrepreneurial, and lifestyle elite. Guests enjoyed the beautifully designed multipurpose spaces, innovative cocktails, and progressive Indian cuisine from ZILA, the in-house restaurant. The evening’s highlight was Mumbai’s InstruMen A Capella group, who performed pop culture renditions, followed by the beats of the d150 in-house DJ, marking the hub’s grand debut.

4. French Apples Come to India: A Pomme-tastic Culinary Celebration at Thea

INTERFEL (Interbranch Association for Fresh French Fruit and Vegetables) and Chef Juliano Rodrigues of Thea proudly presented a 10-day culinary extravaganza highlighting the exquisite world of French Apples from 9th to 19th November. Chef Rodrigues crafted a sensational menu, curating a symphony of tastes to redefine culinary experiences. Creative mixologist Siddharth Patra of Thea added a magical touch with enchanting apple-inspired cocktails and mocktails, perfectly complementing the delectable apple-infused dishes. The culinary journey included divine creations like the Apple Avocado Toast, Grilled Mélange of Apples, Sous Vide Chicken Coq Au Vin with Apple Jus, Stuffed Rigatoni with Apple, and the grand finale—Core Stuffed Mirin Poached Apple—a dessert masterpiece celebrating the flavours of French apples.

5. Flavours of Gratitude at CUR8, Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru

With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s time to indulge in a culinary odyssey at CUR8, Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru. On November 23rd, CUR8 invites guests to partake in a Thanksgiving feast transcending conventional dining. Skilled chefs will showcase their artistry at interactive live stations, carving succulent roasted turkeys for a delectable dining experience. Beyond turkey, you can even relish global and local flavours like hearty lamb steak. Complete the feast with sweet classics such as apple pie and peach panna cotta. CUR8’s stylish ambiance, attentive service, and commitment to fresh, seasonal ingredients promise a multi-sensory journey, ensuring a Thanksgiving to remember.

6. A Weekend of All Things Food at the Food Nerd Festival

Goya Media and Edible Issues, in collaboration with Zomato Live, present the ‘Food Nerd Festival’ in Bengaluru on November 24-25th, 2023. Bringing together culinary luminaries, the festival caters to everyone in the food and alco-bev industry. With workshops on brand building, the Food Nerd Playground, and Food Nerd Labs featuring hands-on sessions on salt, fat, acid, and heat, the event offers unique learning experiences. A curated Food Nerd Market offers delectable delights, and the Food Nerd After Hours provides an extensive networking platform. Culinary discussions include leveraging personal brand growth with Chef Thomas Zacharias, Pooja Dhingra, and Alicia Souza. Industry pros like Radhika Misra, Sana Javeri Kadri, and more share insights, promising a blend of gastronomy and industry wisdom over two vibrant days.

7. The Season of Magic, Fashion, and Giving Back at the Galeries Lafayette Paris

Embark on a magical journey at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann with ‘My Dream Christmas’ in collaboration with designer Charles de Vilmorin, running from November 15th to December 31st. Immerse yourself in the enchantment of a giant Christmas tree, captivating window displays, and exclusive designer brand collaborations like Ralph Lauren, Stella McCartney, Swarovski, and more. Join and support CéKeduBonheur’s charitable cause for children in hospitals, indulge in the festive spirit with special Christmas delicacies at Lafayette Gourmet, and explore unique pop-ups.

8. Introducing an All-Inclusive Makeup Kit by Bindt Beauty

Bindt Beauty stands as a testament to the significance of clean beauty. More than a makeup brand, it’s an embodiment of elegance in simplicity. Each product is meticulously crafted, adhering to the philosophy that makeup should enhance, not mask, your natural beauty. Embodying this ethos, The Essentials Kit by Bindt Beauty is a harmonious blend of clean ingredients and exceptional performance, offering the Oat Concealer, Cherry Blossom Tint, Moonstone Illuminator, Coconut Setting Powder, and Dual Blending Brush.