Choosing how to spend your valuable free time can feel overwhelming, especially when indecision strikes. But if your main concern is, ‘Will the food be amazing?’, then this event calendar is your new best friend. Twice a month, Times Foodie will be bringing you a curated line-up of the food and beverage events of Mumbai from which you can take your pick. From food festivals, and exclusive pop-ups to food walks and hands-on culinary workshops. This event calendar will help you prepare your taste buds for the most drool-worthy events!
As we push towards the end of the year, Mumbai is in top form, doling out a ton of fun foodie events this October. Whether you’re up for an Oktoberfest beer chug or want to dine with a MasterChef, there’s something for everyone.So clear your calendar, pick the feast you want to try and dive in!
Kebab Korner at Intercontinental Hotel – Shakahari Festive Menu
This festive season, Kebab Korner at InterContinental Marine Drive celebrates vegetarian cuisine with its exclusive Shakahari Festive Menu. Renowned for its North Indian flavours since 1965, Kebab Korner now offers a modern twist on traditional dishes. Highlights include street food-inspired starters like Raj Kachori and Kanpuri Farra, hearty mains such as Paneer Papad ki Subzi and Banarasi Dum Aloo, and regional favourites like Dal Bati Churma and Litti Chokha. Sweet treats like Bakheer and Malpua with rabdi complete the feast. Set against a contemporary backdrop with live ghazal music, the menu offers a truly immersive dining experience.
Address: InterContinental, 135, Marine Dr, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020
Dates: 12–3:30 pm, 7–11:30 pm | Till 31st October 2024
Cost for two: ₹3,500
Unveiling Odisha’s Untapped Culinary Heritage at Ekaa
Earlier this month, Chef Niyati and her team immersed themselves in Mayurbhanj’s local food culture, exploring markets and foraging wild ingredients, and they’ll be bringing back everything they learnt in a stunning 8-course menu paired with 4 cocktails. Using traditional Odia techniques like smoking meat in Sal leaves and featuring rare ingredients such as Ambulo (elephant apples) and palm jaggery, each dish reflects the region’s rich heritage. Part of the proceeds from this exclusive event will go towards supporting the Mayurbhanj Foundation.
Address: 1st Floor, Kitab Mahal, D Sukhadwala Rd, Azad Maidan, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
Dates: 18th & 19th October 2024 | 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm and 9:30 pm to 12 am
Cost per person: ₹5500 for a 8-course meal; cocktails priced at ₹1125
Irani Chai Foodwalk by Khaki Tours
In early 20th-century Mumbai, the Parisian café had its counterpart in the Irani café, run by resilient Zoroastrian immigrants from Persia who sought a better life in the mid-19th century. Once found on nearly every street corner, these cafés are now dwindling, with only a few remaining. Experience the old-world charm of these establishments by sampling dishes such as Parsi doughnuts, ‘Parsi cutless’ and pattice, and the legendary “Irani” chai, while hearing stories of the city’s Zoroastrian community in what was once their quarter. Highlights include a love for eggs, Dutch goodies, Parsi-style showcasing the rich heritage of community and the enduring legacy of wealth and food.
Address: 1st Marine Street, Opposite Metro Cinema, Dhobitalao, Marine Line, Kalbadevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400002
Dates: 19th to 30th October | 4 pm onwards
Cost per person: ₹1,499
Dimitrios Moudios and Will Aghajanian at Magazine St. Kitchen
Magazine Street Kitchen is playing host to yet another world-class kitchen takeover, this time with talented chefs Dimitrios Moudios and Will Aghajanian. Chef Demi and Chef Will will deliver a distinctive, high-quality dining experience with an extensive, innovative, and evolving tasting menu in an upscale, high-energy setting. Originally from Greece, Chef Dimitrios Moudios has been in the culinary world since he was 14 and boasts a distinguished background, including time at the renowned 3 Michelin-starred Atelier in Munich. His exclusive chef’s table, “Ōre,” meaning “something you like” in Greek, features only eight seats and offers a carte blanche tasting menu of 25 to 30 dishes, using organic vegetables and techniques like smoking, grilling, and pickling to create a unique culinary experience with bold flavours and artistic presentations. Chef Will Aghajanian brings his international experience and innovative flavours to Magazine St. Kitchen, starting his culinary journey at 13 with a five-year apprenticeship at CityZen in Washington D.C. He has worked in the avant-garde kitchen of Mugaritz in Spain and various prestigious locations including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, France, San Francisco, Copenhagen, Tokyo, and Australia.
Address: 13-A, Gala No. 3/4/5, Magazine St. in Devidayal Mill, Reay Road East, Darukhana, Byculla, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400010
Dates: 19th October | 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Cost per person: ₹5,500 plus taxes
Ode to Home at Bombay Canteen
“Ode to Home” is a special dining series that celebrates the essence of culinary heritage, hosted by The Bombay Canteen. This unique collaboration brings together internationally acclaimed chefs from around the world, each sharing their cultural roots through their cuisine. The third edition will feature Bangkok chef and restaurateur Chalee Kader, known for his Michelin-starred restaurant Wana Yook and the award-winning 100 Mahaseth. Guests can look forward to an array of bold Thai flavours, with small plates including Yum Makua, Kai Dao Wana Yook, Larb Kwai, Naam Tok Pla Muhk, Grilled Sai Ua, and the signature 100 Mahaseth Bone Marrow. For heartier options, indulge in large plates like Kalum Naam Pla, Pud Malakoh, Mok Pla, Kung Pao, Gaeng Kiew Waan Kae, and Jasmine Wagyu Ribeye, complemented by innovative desserts such as Ice Cream Hotdog.
Address: Unit-1, Process House, S.B. Road, Kamala Mills, Near Radio Mirchi Office Lower, Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013
Dates: 19 & 20 October | Lunch 12 pm & 2:30 pm | Dinner 7 pm & 10 pm (Booking exclusively through Zomato)
Cost for two: ₹3000 (approx.)
SOCIAL Oktobeer Fest
This October, SOCIAL is taking a quirky approach to Oktoberfest by serving beers in literal buckets, complete with a soapbox filled with crunchy pretzels, adding a fun twist to the festivities. Guests can indulge in a mouthwatering menu of eight unique sausage dishes, catering to vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and plant-based preferences. Highlights include Frankfurter Sausages, Jalapeno Cheese, Plant-based Sausage, and East India Pork Sausage, alongside inventive options like the cheesy Smashed Toast Bhurji, spicy Spicy Reddy Toss, and the crispy Sausage Puff Party. For something different, try the Devilled Salchipapas—spicy sausage-loaded wedges topped with BBQ sauce and a fried egg—or the sweet-and-spicy Pineapple Bang Bang. Additional standout dishes include Roast & Roll Tacos with ghee-roasted sausage, Sausage Ramen Bowl with a peanut-coconut twist, and Bhuna Sausage Biryani, which layers rice with spicy sausages. The celebration also features community events like the SOCIAL Chug-a-thon and classics like Beer Pong and Stein Holding.
Address: Across all SOCIAL outlets
Dates: 10th to 20th October | 9:30 am to 1:30 pm
Cost for two: ₹1,500 (Approx)
Meet MasterChef Winner Sashi Cheliah At Hammer & Song
Settle in for an exceptional evening where you can meet the renowned chef Sashi Cheliah, best known as the winner of MasterChef Australia Season 10. The Singapore-born, Australian chef is in Mumbai for a specially curated dinner showcasing his signature bold flavours and world-class techniques. This unique opportunity offers food lovers a chance to embark on a gastronomic journey like no other, complete with a selection of premium drinks to enhance the exquisite menu.
Address: Shop No. 10, The Arcade, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400005
Dates: 22nd October | 8 pm onwards
Cost per person: ₹3,000
Eat Around The World At The Little Flea
Mumbai’s favourite carnival is back for a weekend of shopping, drinking, dining and dancing. Over 50 chefs will be showcasing a diverse range of cuisines, allowing you to indulge in delectable offerings such as mouth-watering macarons, fiery kimbap, savoury chaat, tacos, and nachos from fantastic pop-ups like Kepchaki, Seoulmate, Ovenry, Nacho Mama, and Josie’s Kitchen. Discover flavours from Thai, Lebanese, Vietnamese, Greek, and Mexican cuisines, as well as homegrown delicacies from Naga, Bengali, Bohri, and South Indian traditions. Don’t forget to refresh yourself with a wide selection of slushies, popsicles, boba, coffee, and homemade ice cream throughout the day.
Address: No 3 & 4, Jio Garden Public Gate, G Block BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051
Dates: 25th, 26th, 27th October | 3 pm onwards
Cost per person (per day): ₹399
Haunted Buffet Sesame by the Hyatt – 31st Oct
Prepare for a spooktacular Halloween dinner at Sesame. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Juhu, Sesame blends Japanese and Pan-Asian cuisine, offering a modern twist on traditional dining. Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner featuring a variety of tasty dishes. And at Sesame Bar, they’ll be serving special Halloween cocktails to add to the festive spirit. Bring your friends and family for a night of great food and good horrifying fun.
Address: Lobby Level Sesame – Hyatt Centric Juhu, Juhu Tara Rd, Santacruz (West), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400049
Dates: 31st October | 7 pm to 11 pm
Cost per person: ₹2500
