As this tumultuous year comes to an end, big celebrations are desired. And although this New Year’s Eve, we may not be able to crowd bars and clubs as we did before but we can always treat ourselves to an indulgent New Year’s day brunch and bid good-bye to those 2020 blues. So, here are the top three New Year brunches you can relish in Mumbai.
Shamiana, Taj Mahal Palace Hotel:
Put on your best attire and head to the dreamy brunch buffet at Shamiana, Taj Hotel’s most revered restaurant. Indulge in the likes of lahori paneer and chingri malai to lamb and goat cheese bites, stuffed roasted turkey with cranberry jelly jus and couscous salad. Dig into their spread of desserts that include raspberry almond praline, strawberry fresh cream cake, chocolate marquis with caramelized nuts and a live waffle station! Satiate your appetite, sing along with the live band and welcome the new year with a bang!
When: 1st January 2021
Time: 12:00 pm – 15:30 pm
Price: INR 6000 per person, inclusive of taxes
Contact: +91 2266653160
Lake View Café, Renaissance Hotel:
Looking to enjoy a meal and a beautiful view? The Hangover Brunch at Lake View Café offers you just that. Admire the greenery and still waters in front of you, while you choose from a selection of the best vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Methi murg makhni, kairi pudina paneer tikka, chicken kung pao and pork sausages are just a few delicacies on offer. Pair your choice with a glass or two of their best cocktails and you’ve got yourself the perfect meal to begin the New Year with.
When: 1st January 2021
Time: 12.30 pm to 4 pm
Price: INR 2595 per person + 18% GST
Contact: +91 8291165421/ +91 7506077166
If Asian cuisine is what you’re leaning towards this New Year, look no further. Hakkasan, Mumbai’s Hakka Brunch with Monkey 47 offers a plethora of Asian delicacies like spicy chicken dumplings, crispy duck salad, edamame and egg fried rice, Szechuan Mabo tofu, Hakka hand-pulled noodles and a lot more. Pair your favourites with colourful Monkey 47 gin cocktails and welcome 2021 in high spirits!
When: Until 10th January 2021
Time: 12 pm to 3.30 pm
Price: INR 3000 per person + taxes
Contact: +91 2261378005
Contributor: Nishita Chandra
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