Kolkata, April 8, 2025: YAYAvar at Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata is set to take guests on an extraordinary culinary journey with an exclusive Bihari Food Festival curated by Regional Chef Rachna Prasad, food consultant and founder of Ambrosia Kitchen. Scheduled from April 11th-14th, this culinary celebration invites food enthusiasts to indulge in the rich, rustic, and authentic flavors of Bihar, thoughtfully crafted to showcase the region’s culinary heritage.
The festival menu showcases Bihar’s rich culinary heritage, highlighting indigenous spices and traditional cooking techniques through a thoughtfully curated selection of regional delicacies by Chef Rachna Prasad. Guests can savor the Bihari Set Menu, available in both Veg and Non-Veg options, starting with refreshing welcome drinks like Sattu Sharbat, Mattha, and Gud ka Sharbat. Starters include Phulauri and Shakarkand ka Tikki for vegetarians, while non-vegetarians can relish Machchali Saag Tandoor, Charpai Mutton Tikki, and Chulha Murga. The main course offers an array of flavorful dishes, from Godilla , Bharva Parval in the Veg Set Menu to Champaran Mutton, Sejana Murga, and Machchali Ghattsal in the Non-Veg Set Menu, paired with Sattu Paratha, Tehri, and Dhuska.
The Bihari À La Carte Menu provides an equally authentic experience with highlights like Dehati Murga, Aloo Baingan Kalaunji, and Makhana Dal, accompanied by traditional breads and rice. Meanwhile, the lavish dinner buffet features Bael Ka Sharbat,Ratalu Ki Sabzi, Boot Besani, Panch Phoran Dal, Marva Roti, Litti Chokha, and more, culminating in indulgent desserts such as Thekua, Ghujia, Makhana Kheer, and Malpua with Rabri. Each dish embodies Bihar’s rich cultural tapestry, crafted with locally-sourced ingredients and traditional spice blends to deliver a truly immersive and flavorful dining experience.
Speaking about the same, Rachna Prasad, Founder of Ambrosia Kitchen, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “Bihar’s cuisine tells the story of our cultural history through its distinct flavors and cooking traditions. Through this festival, I aim to bring these timeless recipes to a wider audience, allowing them to experience the warmth and depth of Bihari hospitality. YAYAvar, with its emphasis on authentic, immersive dining experiences, is the perfect venue for this festival, and I am excited to partner with Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata for this celebration of heritage flavors.”
Glen Dsouza, General Manager of Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata, shared his excitement, saying, “At YAYAvar, we take pride in curating unique culinary experiences that celebrate diverse regional cuisines. This festival is an extraordinary opportunity for our guests to discover the soulful and lesser-explored flavors of Bihar, expertly crafted by Rachna Prasad. We are delighted to host this festival and look forward to welcoming food lovers to this one-of-a-kind gastronomic affair.”
Whether you’re familiar with Bihari cuisine or discovering it for the first time, this limited-time festival promises an unforgettable dining experience celebrating one of India’s most distinctive regional food traditions.
- Venue: YAYAvar, Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
- Date: 11th April – 14th April
- Time:
- Lunch: 12:30 – 3:30 pm
- Dinner: 7:00 pm onwards
- Price:
- Set menu veg – INR 999 plus tax
- Set menu non veg – INR 1199 plus tax
- À la carte: (individual pricing)
- Dinner Buffet: INR 1599 plus tax
- Address: 17 Garcha 1st Lane, Kolkata, West Bengal 700019