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The Astor Kolkata Reveals Its Festive Menu for Durga Puja in 2026
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News Desk, News Nation 360: The Astor Kolkata, the city's landmark heritage hotel on Shakespeare Sarani, has unveiled its specially curated Durga Puja 2026 Festive Menu, rolling out an elaborate heritage Bengali buffet from October 15th to 21st, 2026 (commencing with the Panchami Dinner) at a price of ₹1,799 per person (non-alcoholic) and ₹2,799 per person (with alcoholic beverages). Crafted as a celebratory tribute to Bengal's rich gastronomic repertoire and festive nostalgia the
dining experience begins with artisanal coolers like Gondhoraj Doi-er Ghol and Kaffir Lime Pora Anarash-Ada'r Sorbot followed by an extensive range of starters including Loitta Macher Pituli Bhetki Macher Chop Mutton Pudina Seekh Kebab Murshidabadi Paneer Ke Tikka and Soya Mochar Cutlet along with traditional bhajas bhortas and house-made relishes; the lavish main spread is accompanied by festive classics such as Jamindari Mangsho Bhuna Dhakai Kosha Chicken Green Prawns Malai Curry Pabda Macher Tel Bori Jhal Shorshe Kancha Lonka Bhetki Chhenar Mohima
and Kadaisuti Diye Dhokar Tarkari with breads and fragrant Mishti Pulao culminating in a sumptuous confectionery showcase including Baked Mihidana Gondhoraj Sondesh Laal Doi and a fusion Risotto Rice Kheer Nairyel Diye with General Manager Amit Kobat stating that the culinary showcase captures the quintessential warmth timeless regional recipes and communal dining ethos that define Durga Puja in Kolkata.
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