Holi Gourmet Guide: Best Menus and Mithai Gifting in Mumbai and Kolkata
Holi arrives in a riot of colour, nostalgia, and indulgence, and few cities celebrate it quite like Mumbai and Kolkata. From lavish hotel brunches and chef-led festive dinners to playful pre-Holi soirées and family-friendly gatherings, the culinary calendar is awash with menus that reinterpret tradition through a contemporary lens.
Alongside these dining experiences, the season’s most coveted mithai drops and curated hampers are elevating the art of gifting, blending heritage sweets with modern refinement. Here’s your Holi gourmet guide to where to feast, sip, and select the most thoughtful festive presents in Mumbai and Kolkata.
Peshwa Pavilion, ITC Maratha Peshwa Pavilion at ITC Maratha presents a festive Holi spread that celebrates the rich flavours and nostalgia of traditional Indian cuisine. From chaat favourites like Dahi Bhalla, Papri Chaat, and Palak Patta Chaat to savoury snacks including Mathri, Namak Pare, and Samosa, the menu balances playful indulgence with comforting classics.
Hearty mains such as Punjabi Chole, Dal Makhni, Paneer Butter Masala, Jeera Rice, Missi Roti, and Boondi Raita ensure a wholesome festive feast, while desserts like Malpua, Jalebi, Rasmalai, Gulab Jamun, and Gulab ki Kheer, finished with refreshing Thandai, bring the celebration to a sweet, colourful close. Set in the elegant surroundings of Peshwa Pavilion, this limited-period offering is perfect for intimate family gatherings or larger festive dinners.
When: Dinner 6th & 7th March 2026 – 7.00 pm to 11.30 pm | Brunch 8th March 2026 – 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm
Where: Sahar, Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400099
Price: Dinner ₹ 3000 plus taxes per person | Brunch ₹ 3300 plus taxes per person (inclusive of soft or selective beverages)
Reservations: [email protected] | 02261841818
Lake View Cafe at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake Set against the serene backdrop of Powai Lake, the Holi Special Brunch is designed as a vibrant culinary celebration that captures the spirit of togetherness and joy. The thoughtfully curated spread is a tribute to tradition, elevated with signature finesse. Expect the sweetness of jalebi paired with luscious rabdi, artisanal gujiya alongside a decadent chocolate drizzle variation, and chilled thandai delicately infused with saffron and almonds. Comforting Indian classics take centre stage with velvety kesar malai kofta, indulgent butter chicken, and hearty chole kulche. A vibrant chaat counter adds an interactive flourish, inviting guests to revisit festive memories through flavour and texture.
For those who prefer their celebrations with a spirited twist, the experience can be transformed into a leisurely drunch with special craft beers available by the pint or as a bucket of four at an additional cost.
When: 3rd and 4th March 2026 - 12.30 pm to 3.00 pm
Where: Lake View Cafe at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake, Plot No 2 and 3B Saki Vihar Road near Chinmayanand Ashram Powai, Mumbai 400087
Price: ₹ 2450 plus taxes per person non-alcoholic
Kolkata
La Macario Café La Macario Café presents expansive Holi platters and dessert hampers styled with colourful matkis and festive accents for a celebratory tablescape. The menu spans Indian favourites, Asian bites, and Mexican flavours, making it ideal for large festive gatherings.
When: 4th March 2026
Where: Wood Street, Elgin, Kolkata (1st Floor, 10, Wood Street, Mullick Bazar, Elgin, Kolkata, West Bengal 700016, India)
Price: Platters starting at ₹2550
For orders: call 7439093294
YAYAvar at Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata YAYAvar curates a festive Holi lunch and dinner spotlighting regional Indian flavours and celebratory desserts. Signature dishes such as Lucknawi Dahi Kebab and Murgh Awadhi Zafrani Korma anchor a menu designed for indulgent family dining.
When: 4th March 2026
Where: Hyatt Centric Ballygunge, 17, Garcha 1st Lane, Gariahat, Kolkata-700019, West Bengal
Price: ₹ 3500 plus taxes per person
These Holi gourmet experiences in Mumbai and Kolkata promise to bring the festive spirit to your table, whether you're enjoying a family feast, a lively brunch, or a thoughtful gift of mithai. Celebrate the colours of Holi with these exquisite culinary offerings and make this festival unforgettable.
