Exercise your freedom of choice

The Guideu00a0rounds up five places you can celebrate being Indian through food



Freedom roti
If you're going to raise a roti this Independence Day, it might as well be a Tiranga Paratha. Indulge your tummy and taste buds with a yummy thali meal that will include traditional veggie coastal sabzis and lip-smacking desserts. There's added incentive for those born in the year India won her independence: they can avail of a 64% discount. To avail of the offer, make sure to carry ID proof!
For Rs 249
On August 15; open for lunch and dinner
At Revival Indian Thali, near Crawford Market, Sheikh Memon Street. Call 23426919

Many flavours, one India
Executive Chef Sudhir Pai has prepared an elaborate national integration menu, which will be served every day during lunch hours at the multi-cuisine all-day dining restaurant Saptami. The lunch buffet will feature food from the various states of the country like Tandoori Kukkad from Punjab, Avial from Kerala, Biryani from Andhra, Daal Bhati Churma from Rajasthan, Vindaloo from Goa, Panki from Gujarat and Varan Bhaat from Maharashtra.
For Rs 499 plus taxes (Independence Day Brunch on August 14 is for Rs 888 plus taxes)
Till August 15
At Saptami, Holiday Inn Mumbai International Airport, Sakinaka Junction, Andheri (E).
Call 40851800

'Cool' to be Indian
Create your own yoghurt-combo by buying yourself a Share cup, and then choosing a flavour of your choice at this outlet. Follow this up by shovelling unlimited toppings over it, or if you're feeling especially patriotic, opt instead for the Original Fruit Parfait (Rs 110), which has diced kiwis at the bottom and a topping of orange and mango pieces. The best part? It's healthy, because not only do you get to 'exercise' your freedom of choice, but you also don't have to worry about all those extra calories.
For Rs 250 (Share cup)
On August 15
At Yogurt Bay, 11, Gagangiri, off Carter Road, Bandra (W). Call 30629191


Spice of life
To prove how much the dedication and devotion of the country's Armed Forces means to them, these guys are offering a special 15% discount to both serving and retired personnel. For the rest of us, the buffet spread will include traditional delicacies from around the country in a bid to present the finest of Indian cuisine. Select premium beverages also included in the package.
For Rs 1,600 plus taxes
On August 15
At Hornby's Pavilion, ITC Grand Central, 287, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Road, Parel.
Call 24101010


East meets west
This cafe is celebrating the occasion of India's independence through a special menu and a 'green' initiative.
Chefs will be busy cooking up a storm with specials that include Potato and Chilli Croquettes, Dried Fenugreek Paninis and even Tricolour Cheesecakes. To further promote the green initiative, patrons will be gifted a packet of seeds by the Mocha TreeHuggers, so that they might better appreciate as well as help add to the country's natural beauty.
Till August 28
At All Mocha outlets.