IN PHOTOS: 5 delectable Navratri thali menus in Mumbai

As the festive spirit fills the air, we scoured the length and breadth of Mumbai to curate a special Navratri festive thali guide

Updated On: 2023-10-18 06:26 PM IST

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Indulge in a myriad of flavours including Roasted Makhana, Banana Chips, Jackfruit Chips, Sabudana Khichdi, Sabudana Vada, Sabudana Thalipeeth, Kuttu Paratha and an array of other delectable dishes. Complete your vrat with desserts like Badam Halwa, Makhana Kheer, Seasonal Fresh Cut Fruit and much more.

Whether you choose to enjoy the Navratri Thali for lunch or dinner, you will find an optimum balance of taste, tradition and nutrition in diverse meals. The culinary team offers a savoury experience endowed with rich heritage and festive spirit of the occasion.

When: October 15 to 23, 2023
Where: The Westin Garden City, Goregaon
Time: Lunch - 12.00 PM to 3.30 PM | Dinner - 7.30 PM to 11.00 PM
Price: Rs. 2100 + taxes

Playing on the true essence of serving classical and traditional recipes by giving it a modern touch, Chef Jagdish Naidu and Miss Anasuya Banerji have curated an exclusive Bengali food experience called 'Durgotsav Bhoj.' Diners can indulge in a diverse range of appetisers, including Machher chop, Kochuri and Shukno Aloor Dam, Fish fry and more as a part of the meal to celebrate Durga Puja. 

The main course features authentic dishes such as Bhanpa lish, Machher Kalia, Chingri Phookopi and Jhuri Aloo Bhaja. Conclude your meal with the sweet indulgence of Bengali specialties like Mishti Doi and Nolen Gurer Rasogulla.

When: October 15 to 23, 2023
Where: Ishaara at Palladium, Lower Parel and Phoenix Market City, Kurla
Time: Lunch - 12.00 PM to 3.00 PM | Dinner – 7.00 PM to 11.00 PM
Price: Rs. 1000 onwards 

Among the delectable offerings are a healthy fruit salad, savoury farsan, tasteful vegetarian subzis and fresh puris or Thali Peth made using Rajgira or Kuttu Atta. Crispy papads, Rajgira rice and Kadhi add to the delightful spread. A comforting serving of dal, refreshing fruit curd, and Khopra chutney are also included, alongside pulao and farali chivda. The Thali reaches its sweet crescendo with divine sweets like fruit shrikhand and halwa.

This drool-worthy plate of delicacies includes Farali Pattice, Kuttu Ke Pakode, Kaccha Kela Nu Shak, Paneer Tomato, Jeera Aloo, Samo Rice, or Ratalu Nu Kis, as well as Sabudana Papad, Potato Papad, Kela Chips, Tomato Saar, and more. The delicious menu is served on a rotational basis, ensuring that each visit is a delectable surprise.

When: October 15 to 23, 2023
Where: Khandani Rajdhani – Across all Mumbai outlets
Price: Rs. 625 + taxes

No Vratotsav is complete without a comforting bowl of Sabudana Kheer. This creamy delicacy combines sago pearls with saffron, cardamom, and a medley of nuts in a sweet milk base, delivering a truly divine experience. For the main course, savour the delectable Rajgira Paneer Paratha, a nourishing flatbread made with amaranth flour and stuffed with a mixture of fresh paneer, green chilies and aromatic spices. This paratha pairs perfectly with green chutney and fresh curd.

Finally, conclude your Rasotsav Upvas Thali journey with Upvaas Thalipeeth, a flavourful and nutritious flatbread made from rajgira flour, grated potatoes and roasted peanuts. It's served with a side of zesty green chutney, making it a delightful way to wrap up your fasting feast! Vratotsav is all about celebrating the beauty of colours and flavours during Navratra.

Where: Rasotsav, Andheri West
Time: Lunch - 12.00 PM to 3.30 PM | Dinner – 7.00 PMto 11.30 PM
Price: Rs. 1000 onwards

Potato Roesti is a Swiss culinary delight that showcases the simple yet extraordinary appeal of grated potatoes, expertly pan-fried to create a crispy, golden-brown exterior, while maintaining a tender and flavourful core. This dish embodies the essence of comfort food, offering a harmonious blend of earthy, starchy goodness with a touch of buttery richness. 

On the other hand, Rataloo Skins, a popular Indian snack, highlights the versatility of potatoes by presenting them as crispy, seasoned potato skin strips. These savoury, bite-sized treats feature a delightful crunch and are often seasoned with a medley of spices. It serves as a nostalgic snack for those who appreciate the familiar, satisfying taste of potatoes in a new and tantalising form.

When: October 15 to 23, 2023
Where: Millo, Kamala Mills, Lower Parel
Price: Rs. 550 onwards

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