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Festive menus to try this Poila Baisakh in Kolkata
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Festive menus to try this Poila Baisakh in Kolkata

| @indiablooms | 05 Apr 2023, 01:25 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: From traditional Bengali cuisine to delightful pop ups, a fusion of Bengali and South Indian dishes, from Kolkata-ised continental dishes to colourful macarons, you have a wide range to choose from this Poila Baisakh in the city as restaurants prepare sumptuous repasts.

Here is our pick of the restaurants where you may indulge in your first meal of the Bengali New Year with family and friends.

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Where: LMNO_Q, Kolkata
When: April 8-16, 2023; 12.30pm to midnight
Highlights: Ghugni Tart, Mochar Finger, Saru Chakli Roll, Posto Pora Bhetki,  Chaana Narkel er Patapora, Macher Ganga Jamuna, Kosha Mangsho with Soru chakli pitha, Misti doi and mixed berry Cannoli served with pista rabri mousse and Amrapali kheer Sushi with nolen gurer sauce to name a few; for a more spirited dining try their Puchka Gin & Tonic, Aam Shotto Whiskey Sour, mango and gondhoraj infused bourbon, etc.
Cost: Meal for 2 two - Rs. 1,200 + tax (without alcohol) and Rs. 2,000 + tax (with alcohol)
Plus: This Noboborsho Pop Up  is curated by Chef Ananya Banerjee

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Where: Butterfingers by Preetanjali, Kolkata
When: April 8- 14, 2023; 10am to pm
Highlights: You may order their box of assorted macarons in local flavours, such as Gondhoraj Paan and Coconut Jaggery
Cost: Rs. 700
Plus: The assorted macarons box can also be a pleasant gift

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Where: The Country House, Kolkata
When: April 12-16, 2023; 8am to 11pm
Highlights: Country Beach Fish Finger, Fish n Chips, Grilled Fish in Cream Sauce, Grilled Lemon Pepper Fish Sizzler, Panko Crumbed Chicken Strips, Mango Mishti Doi Parfait and Gondhoraj Ginger Fizz
Cost: Rs. 800 (for two)

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Where: Tamarind, Kolkata
When: April 14 – 16, 2023; 11am to 11pm
Highlights: A fusion of traditional Bengali and contemporary south Indian dishes to celebrate both Poila Baisakh and Vishu Baisakh
Cost: Approximately Rs 799 for two

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Where: Broadway Hotel, Kolkata
When: April 14, 2023; 11am to 11pm
Highlights: A range of savouries (Katla Peti fry, Chilli Mustard Fish Fish Finger, Prawn Crackers and sea-food dishes) to go with rounds of draught beer
Cost: Approximately Rs 800 (without liquor) for two

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Where: Flavours of India, Kolkata
When: April 14, 2023; 11am to 11pm
Highlights: Veg Cornflake Kebab, Chilli Turkey Aloo, Malai Broccoli, a range of mocktails
Cost: Approximately Rs 1,000 for two
Plus: Check out the 20 special dishes which mark their 20th anniversary

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