Novotel Bengaluru Outer Ring Road Celebrates The Harvest Season with Pongal Utsav
South India’s harvest traditions come alive on a plate at the hotel’s signature dining destination,The Square. Festival Highlights - Event: Pongal Utsav – South Indian Harvest Food Festival - Dates: January 10 – 14, 2026 - Venue: The Square, Novotel Bengaluru Outer Ring Road - Timings: -- Lunch: 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm -- Dinner: 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm - Price: INR 2799 + taxes Culinary Journey Curated by Executive Chef Owaize Ahmed Khan and his team, the menu pays homage to Tamil Nadu and Andhra traditions: - Starters: Medu Vadai (crispy fritters), Kuzhi Paniyaram (spiced dumplings) - Main Highlight: Ven Pongal – slow-cooked rice & lentils with ghee and pepper, served with sambar and coconut chutney - Regional Delicacies: Kara Kuzhambu, Avial, seasonal Poriyals with steamed rice - Sweet Ending: Sakkarai Pongal – symbolizing prosperity and sweetness for the year ahead Experience - A warm, inviting ambience at The Square - Celebration of gratitude, abundance, and togetherness through authentic South Indian harvest traditions - A soulful dining experience that blends cultural authenticity with culinary artistry This Pongal Utsav is not just about food—it’s about celebrating community, tradition, and prosperity in a festive setting.
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