If you want to celebrate Onam 2024 in Mumbai like Shilpa Shetty, visit these restaurants for a South Indian feast
5 Mumbai restaurants for an Onam Sadya feast, just like Shilpa Shetty’s food
When we call these months the most spectacular festive period in India, we mean it in every sense. Along with the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi fervour, the harvest festival of Onam 2024 is also being celebrated; primarily in the states of Southern India but also in the metropolitan cities of the country and even across the globe. Shilpa Shetty might be travelling around the world and staying in Mumbai, but she has definitely not forgotten her roots, especially this season. Recently, the native Mangalorean had a starry Ganpati darshan at her home in Mumbai. A few days later, the celebrity personality also satiated her South Indian side by enjoying an Onam meal in the city. Traditionally called Sadya, the dish comprises of traditional South Indian dishes in small portions served on a banana leaf. Shilpa enjoyed her Onam Sadya at Dakshin, the restaurant located at the ITC Grand Central hotel in Parel, Mumbai.
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5 restaurants in Mumbai where you can enjoy Onam Sadya 2024
If you want to celebrate Onam 2024 like Shilpa Shetty, we have what you need.
1. ITC Grand Central, South in Parel
Onam Sadhya in the South is more than just a meal; it is an experience filled with tradition and authenticity, which is what Shilpa Shetty experienced. The authentic vegetarian feast aims to capture the essence of the harvest festival. On your leaf, you will find Cotu Curry, which is a mixture of vegetables cooked in brown coconut gravy, Kalan Which is made by cooking sweet potato and raw banana in coconut and curd Thakkali Rasam Which is made of tempered lentils, tomatoes and tamarind extract. The dessert includesArippu Pradhanwhich is lentils cooked in jaggery and sweetened coconut milk, and Pal AdaiWhich are rice flakes cooked in milk with cardamom. Onam Sadhya is available at restaurants for Rs 2,999++ per person and will run till September 15, 2024.
2. The Orchid Hotel, South of Vindhya, Vile Parle
The Adipoli Onam Sadhya feast at South of Vindhya aims to immerse guests in the rich flavours of Kerala. Run by Chef Bala Subramanyam, it has a carefully crafted menu of 56 authentic dishes that reflect the true essence of South India. Guests are welcomed as follows kachiya moruwhich is buttermilk or Thakkali RasamWhich is tomato soup. After this the feast will start with things like banana chips, jackfruit chips, etc. Pavakkai Pachadi And nendrakai Chips. A range of traditional breads are available such as Appam, Tomorrow Dosa, and Malabar Vegetarian main dishes like parathas Olan, Kalan, Avial And much more. Apart from this, red rice, boiled rice and lemon will also be available Vermicelli Sweeten your meals with this. Kadala Pradhan To Pazham PoriOnam Sadhya is available at the restaurant for Rs 2,199++ per person and will run from September 12 to 16, 2024.
3. TAT in Vikhroli
At this suburban restaurant, the thali is a tribute to Kerala’s legendary culinary heritage. It includes a fragrant lentil stew SambarA tangy yogurt-based white pumpkin curry called Pulisary and classic accompaniments like tangy tamarind-ginger chutney Pully IngiSpicy Mango Pickle KadumangaBanana Chips and Crisps PapadThe meal comes to a sweet end Ada PradhanWhich is made with flat rice noodles, organic jaggery and creamy coconut milk. The restaurant promises to serve the authentic flavours of Kerala while also adding a contemporary twist that promises a sensory journey along the Malabar coastline.
4. Santosham Foods in Powai and Manpada
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If finding truly authentic South Indian flavours amid a sea of fusion trends is a rarity, this place promises to be different. Santosham means 'bliss' in Malayalam and Tamil, which is what it aims to offer in Mumbai with its authentic South Indian flavours. Their Onam Sadhya 2024 offers a menu with over 40 traditional dishes such as Plada PradhanLemon Pickles And Manga KariOnam Sadhya is available at the restaurant for Rs 1,099++ per person and will run till September 22, 2024.
5. The Bayview at Hotel Marine Plaza on Marine Drive
Enjoy the vibrant flavours of Kerala at the special Onam buffet hosted at Bayview, Hotel Marine Plaza on Marine Drive in South Mumbai. Experience the tangy flavours of aromatic lemon rice, colourful and delicious vegetables. Pylon Also read classic Kerala dishes AvialMade with a mix of vegetables. Finish this South Indian dish with creamy and delicious rice with a sweet flavour PayasamOnam Buffet is available at the restaurant on September 15, 2024 at Rs 2,800++ per person.
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