Celebrate the Harvest Spirit at Novotel Vijayawada Varun’s Sankranthi Utsavam

Novotel Vijayawada Varun is hosting Sankranthi Utsavam Bhojanam from January 5–14, 2026, at its Food Exchange outlet, offering guests a festive dinner experience that celebrates the harvest spirit with authentic South Indian flavors and traditional Sankranthi delicacies.

Event Overview
- Occasion: Sankranthi (Pongal) harvest festival, one of Andhra Pradesh’s most cherished celebrations.
- Dates: January 11–18, 2026
- Venue: Food Exchange, Novotel Vijayawada Varun
- Timing: 11th-17th January (Dinner), 18th January (Brunch)
- Price: Dinner @ 1949++, Sunday Brunch @2599++
- Theme: A vibrant culinary journey recreating the warmth and joy of Sankranthi village feasts.

Culinary Highlights
- Traditional South Indian Dishes:
- Pongal (sweet and savory versions)
- Pulusu (tamarind-based stews)
- Koora (vegetable curries)
- Pachadis (chutneys)
- Perugu Vada (curd vada)
- Harvest Specials: Millets, jaggery-based sweets, and seasonal produce.
- Presentation: Meals served in a festive setting, often on banana leaves, echoing Andhra’s rural dining traditions.
- Signature Items: Expect delicacies like Ariselu (jaggery rice flour sweet), Gutti Vankaya Kura (stuffed brinjal curry), and Chepala Pulusu (fish curry).

Guest Experience
- Ambience: Decor inspired by Sankranthi festivities—colorful rangoli, kites, and harvest motifs.
- Community Spirit: Designed to bring families and friends together in celebration.
- Hospitality: Warm, welcoming atmosphere with special discounts for guests.
- Target Audience: Locals of Vijayawada and visiting tourists seeking authentic cultural immersion.

Significance
- Cultural Preservation: Revives Andhra’s rural culinary heritage.
- Tourism Appeal: Positions Vijayawada as a destination for culinary tourism.
- Community Engagement: Strengthens ties with local farmers and suppliers.
- Luxury Meets Tradition: Blends five-star hospitality with grassroots cultural experiences.

✨ In essence, Novotel Vijayawada Varun’s Sankranthi Utsavam is more than a food festival—it’s a cultural celebration of Andhra’s harvest spirit, offering guests a chance to savor tradition in a luxury setting.