Plate up: All new flavours at Canteen Pub & Grub
Dec 21, 2021, at 11:31 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Canteen, a popular hangout spot, known for its ambience and wide mix of delicacies just dropped its all new festive menu to spread the festive cheer.
How about some adda at The Royal Bengal Tiger Café!
Dec 21, 2021, at 03:30 am
“Beguni 10, Chingri cutlet 10, Dimer Devil 10…sab bhalo korey pack korey deben.” (pack ten each of brinjal fritters, prawn cutlets and devilled eggs properly)…so ordered my cousin as I stood by him watching the fare with hungry eyes. Delectable! As a child I would often accompany my cousins to pick up telehajas (fries) from this vendor, which would be served with kodbeler chutney (sour wood apple chutney). And for me there would be a special packet containing my favourite alur chop—just one!
Gorge on Calcutta's iconic and popular winter dishes
Dec 21, 2021, at 12:17 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Almost every celebrity that comes down to Kolkata falls in love with the city's mix of street food and high end culinary art.
ITC Sonar and ITC Royal Bengal focus on Bengal’s traditional crafts this Christmas
Dec 20, 2021, at 07:35 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The popular luxury hospitality brand - ITC Hotels - has decided to go eco-friendly with their Christmas tree displayed at their Kolkata properties this year while paying tribute to the traditional crafts of Bengal.
In Kolkata, a city of tea drinkers, Potboiler House introduces High-Coffee
Dec 19, 2021, at 04:15 am
Kolkata/IBNS: As contrasting as it might sound, Potboiler Coffee House has started offering High-Coffee in Kolkata where people have indulged in an afternoon tea to socialize at Colonial clubs for years.
Ami Arts Festival to be held in Kolkata from Dec 17-19
Dec 16, 2021, at 12:27 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The second edition of Ami Arts Festival, a cultural festival of West Bengal, will be held from Dec 17 to 19.
Dec 15, 2021, at 11:16 pm
There is no way you are going to freeze at Baraf! It is the newest ‘hot’ spot gracing the southern fringes of Kolkata. Good music, good food and good décor… define Baraf. The tinted glass windows overlooking the metro tracks of Kavi Nazrul Metro Station lend a unique vibrancy to this bar-lounge.
Dr B C Roy Institute makeover revives city’s glorious architectural splendour
Dec 15, 2021, at 03:17 am
Kolkata/IBNS: The major renovation of the Dr B C Roy Institute at Kolkata's Sealdah region by the Eastern Railway, formerly known as The Clem Browne Institute, has revived the spirit of its past architectural splendour and heritage through restoration work.
Weekend Treat: Don’t miss the Chatpata Street Food Festival in Kolkata
Dec 04, 2021, at 05:51 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Here is a pleasant opportunity to dig into some savoury street food this weekend.
Hard Rock Cafe Kolkata launches new menu 'Local Favorites'
Dec 02, 2021, at 12:01 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Hard Rock Cafe, located in Kolkata's party hub Park Street, is now launching its new menu, namely 'Local’s Favorites', which is a dual affair of starters and shareable.
Chair Poetry Evenings Festival held in Kolkata for fourth year
Nov 28, 2021, at 12:12 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Continuing with its annual tradition, Chair Literary Trust organised the fourth edition of Chair Poetry Evenings, Kolkata's International Poetry Festival here.
Lord of the Drinks brings a ‘Pizza Fest’ like never before
Nov 26, 2021, at 11:59 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The Lord of the Drinks, one of the most sought-after places, brings a stellar 'Pizza Festival' to relinquish for the people belonging to the 'City of Joy'.
Indian rapper King to perform live at Hard Rock Cafe in Kolkata on Nov 27
Nov 25, 2021, at 01:17 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Indian singer and rapper King will be performing live at the Hard Rock Cafe, Kolkata on Nov 27.
It’s ‘Showtime’ on Nov 27 at Kolkata's gastropub Monkey Bar with ‘The Untitled One’
Nov 23, 2021, at 01:28 am
Kolkata: It’s ‘Showtime’ at Monkey Bar, Kolkata this Saturday (Nov 27) from 6:30 to 10:30 pm with one of India’s most popular music artists, The Untitled One.
National Campaign to promote driving for women reaches Kolkata
Nov 23, 2021, at 12:26 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Shell Foundation, a UK based charity and the UK Government in association with Moving Women Social Initiatives Foundation (MOWO), has launched ‘Moving Boundaries’, a campaign to encourage women to pick up driving skills.
Bunaphile, where heritage meets contemporary charm!
Nov 23, 2021, at 12:17 am
It is at ‘Bhalobasa’ that love happens over a cup of perfectly brewed coffee. Must be wondering what I intend to say? Very simple! Bunaphile occupies the ground-floor space of the internationally renowned literary personality Nabaneeta Dev Sen’s house, which she lovingly called ‘Bhalobasa’—meaning love in Bengali.
Kolkata gets another skybar LMNO_Q
Nov 18, 2021, at 06:18 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: With the weather turning mellow, it's time to pay a visit to the LMNO_Q, the newest sky bar in Kolkata in the heart of the city.
British Deputy High Commission Kolkata marks Remembrance Sunday
Nov 14, 2021, at 08:19 pm
Kolkata: The British Deputy High Commission Kolkata organised the Remembrance Sunday Commemoration at the Cenotaph, Maidan, in Kolkata on Sunday to pay tribute to all those who lost their lives in wars.
Pickle N Amma brings homemade Rajasthani pickle to Kolkata
Nov 04, 2021, at 06:43 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: If you are craving for home-made pickles from Rajasthan, here is some good news for you.
Zobet lays out special spread for Diwali and Bhai Dooj
Nov 01, 2021, at 06:47 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Zobet, the Victorian era inspired lounge in Kolkata, has laid out a lavish spread for Diwali-Bhai Dooj celebrations.
Go for a creepy crawl at these Kolkata pubs on Halloween Night this year
Oct 30, 2021, at 04:39 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Dress in your creepiest costumes and get ready to go bar hopping at thes popular Kolkata addresses to glug some devilish drinks with your gang.
Kolkata pubs and cafes ready for Halloween
Oct 30, 2021, at 04:15 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Popular cafes and bars in Kolkata ready with the ‘spooktacular’ menus and entertaining programmes to celebrate Halloween on October 31.
Salon 82 Cafe: Pamper yourself with a beauty regime, meet your friends for coffee
Oct 27, 2021, at 05:34 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Just opened in Salt Lake, the eastern neighborhood of Kolkata, is Salon 82 Café, where you will not only enjoy a range of beauty services but also wind up enjoying a sumptuous repast.
Vijaya Dashami: Bengal bids adieu to Goddess Durga, five-day festival ends
Oct 15, 2021, at 11:08 pm
Kolkata: At the end of the five-day mega festival that witnessed the entire Bengal wallow in a frenetic celebration, despite COVID-19 fears, people bid adieu to Goddess Durga on Friday, the Vijay Dashami day, wishing she returns the next year bringing in happiness.
Fashion brand Style Baazar launches first store in Kolkata
Oct 06, 2021, at 05:50 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Fashion brand Style Baazar has recently launched its first store in Kolkata, making it their 100th across the eastern India.
Countdown begins: Bengalis observe Mahalaya, gear up for Durga Puja festival
Oct 06, 2021, at 03:48 pm
Kolkata: Gearing up for the Durga Puja celebration, the Bengali community, like many others, on Wednesday observed the final day of Pitru-paksha through Mahalaya, the auspicious occasion when one pays tribute to ancestors through prayers, rituals and a dip in the river Ganga by maintaining COVID-19 protocols.
Wow!China opens its largest bistro format outlet in Salt Lake, Kolkata
Sep 27, 2021, at 11:38 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The popular food chain Wow!China recently launched its largest bistro format outlet at Salt Lake (Sector V) in Kolkata.
Check out these brands from Kolkata for trendy fashionable jewellery
Sep 27, 2021, at 11:27 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Can jewellery be far behind when you are replenishing your wardrobe with the latest collection of fashionable wear for the upcoming festive season?
Kebab Festival at Canteen Pub and Grub in Kolkata
Sep 21, 2021, at 01:37 am
Kolkata/IBNS: One of the best ways to bring a little warmth in this frequent downpour is to enjoy a round of fresh and tender kebabs.
American Eagle opens first store in Kolkata
Sep 19, 2021, at 11:23 pm
Kolkata: Under the license of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited, American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.launched their first American Eagle (AE) brand store in Kolkata.