December in India always feels like a celebration, and it’s the perfect excuse to step out and explore new menus, exciting pop-ups, and festive culinary experiences. If you’re looking for where to eat, sip, slurp, brunch or simply indulge this December, here’s your guide to the most exciting food festivals and pop-ups happening across the country.
Food Festivals Across India This December
Food Festivals In Delhi NCR This December
1. Addoni’s Sunday Brunch
Addoni’s has turned winter afternoons in Delhi into an experience. Their Sunday brunch feels less like a restaurant visit and more like being invited into someone’s beautiful, sun-soaked home. The whole roasted turkey, the sizzling Weber Grill Station, and the live waffle counter add both drama and warmth to the afternoon. Adults linger over mulled wine or a Hibiscus Tea Spritzer, while kids run straight toward the waffles. Every detail makes this brunch feel refined yet deeply comforting.
Where: Shri, Sri Aurobindo Marg, Block A, Green Park, New Delhi
When: 12 pm – 3 pm (Sundays)
Cost: starting at ₹6,500 (For two)
2. Anardana’s Winter Menu
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Winter food is all about comfort, warmth, and nostalgia, and Anardana has captured that mood beautifully. Their special winter menu has everything you crave in the cold season. Start with a hearty Lamb Bone Marrow Soup and pair it with Tandoori Broccoli or Murgh Methi Malai for the perfect winter beginning. The real stars are the rustic classics, like Sarson Ka Saag with Makki Ki Roti and Noore Jahan Keema Kaleji. Add to that their mulled wine, Kashmere Kahwa, or a decadent cup of Masala Hot Chocolate, and you’ve got the perfect winter outing.
Where: Multiple Outlets
When: Until 31st January
3. Burma Burma’s ‘Comfort Is Khowsuey’ Festival
If winter had a love language, it would be a hot bowl of noodles, and Burma Burma is celebrating just that. Their special Khowsuey-focused winter menu brings together six unique noodle bowls inspired by 12 years of culinary travel across Burma. You’ll find everything from their iconic Oh No Khowsuey to mountain-style Shwe Taung Khowsuey, spicy Downtown Khowsuey and even a version made with evaporated milk instead of coconut. Their new zero-proof cocktails make this menu even more irresistible.
Where: Multiple Outlets
When: Until 31st January
Cost: ₹1,800 (For two)
Food Festivals In Hyderabad This December
4. Chef Joel Basumatari’s Naga Food Pop-Up, Sheraton Hyderabad
If you’ve never tried true Naga cuisine, this is your moment. Chef Joel Basumatari brings a stunning Naga feast to Hyderabad. Expect clean, bold, smoky flavours shaped by techniques like fermenting, slow boiling and wood smoking. From Smoked Pork with Axone to Kenie Thevii Galho, Sweet Potato Soup and seasonal greens, everything is rooted in heritage and crafted with purity.
Where: D.NO 4, 47, ISB Rd, Financial District, Nanakramguda, Hyderabad
When: Until 14th December
Food Festivals In Mumbai This December
5. Waarsa’s Awadhi Winter Menu
Awadhi winters have a charm of their own, and Waarsa brings all of that nostalgic magic straight to Mumbai. Expect dishes painted in winter colours: Gulabi Saag Paneer Tikka with its pink hue, green pea Nimona Tikki topped with stracciatella, and slow-roasted chaat made with amrut and pineapple. There are hearty winter classics too, like Sarson Ka Saag, Panchmele Hari Sabzi, Kathal Nimona Haleem.
Where: NCPA Gate 2, NCPA Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai
When: Until 31st January; 12 pm – 4 pm | 7 pm – 1 am
6. Saffron’s Enchanting Winter Menu, JW Marriott Juhu, Mumbai
If you love winter comfort with a touch of luxury, Saffron’s seasonal menu is winter perfection. Chef Asif Qureshi and his team bring together age-old classics, rare regional dishes and hearty winter ingredients. Start with warming shorbas, then explore purple yam galouti, water chestnut kebabs, Pathar ke Kebabs and slow-cooked mains like Katahal Rogan Josh, Mahi Kofta and the star, Gosht Paya Biryani. The meal ends, of course, with the king of winter desserts, like Gajar Ka Halwa infused with saffron.
Where: 6th Floor, Pooja, JW Marriott, Juhu Tara Rd, Juhu Tara, Juhu, Mumbai
When: 15th December, 2025 – 31st January, 2026; 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm | 7 pm -11:30 pm
7. Turkish Takeover At NOX, Mumbai
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For four days, NOX transforms into a Turkish culinary escape. Chef Gökhan Eser Kesen, an eighth-generation Ottoman-trained chef, brings both vegetarian and non-vegetarian tasting menus. Think mezze boards, manti dumplings, lamb loin baklava, harissa prawns, eggplant with garlic yoghurt, and delicate desserts. Pair it with NOX’s sky-themed cocktails, and you’ve got a night that feels like a holiday without leaving Mumbai.
Where: 36th Floor, The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake, Plot No 2 & 3B, Saki Vihar Rd, near Chinmayanand Ashram, Powai, Mumbai
When: Until 14th December; 5 pm – 1:30 am
Cost: starting at ₹450++ (À la carte)
8. Royal Awadhi Feast By Chef Yasmin Imtiaz Qureshi At Mado Mado, Fairfield By Marriott Mumbai International Airport
Curated by Chef Yasmin Imtiaz Qureshi, daughter of the legendary Padmashree Chef Imtiaz Qureshi, this special pop-up celebrates the timeless beauty of Lucknow’s Nawabi cuisine. Expect the kind of food that instantly transports you to a bygone era, like Galouti Kebab, Kakori Seekh, Dum Pukht Biryani, and Murgh Awadhi Korma. Even the breads, Sheermal and Ulta Tawa Paratha, feel like warm, fragrant hugs.
Where: Building 16B, Sakinaka Tele Exchange Ln, Andheri East, Mumbai
When: Until 14th December; 7:30 pm – 11:30 pm | Sunday Brunch: 12:30 pm – 4 pm
Cost: starting at ₹2,499++
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9. Himachal Food Festival At Musaafer, Radisson Mumbai Goregaon
If you’ve always wanted to taste the soulful, homely flavours of Himachal’s mountain kitchens, Dhaam Rasoi brings the hills straight to Mumbai. Curated by Chef Sherry Mehta, this festival recreates the traditional Dhaam feast, filled with warm, slow-cooked dishes like Madra, Sepu Wadi, Siddu, Chutagi, and more. The flavours are simple, comfort-driven and deeply satisfying, making it the perfect winter experience.
Where: Radisson Mumbai Goregaon, S.V. Road, Veer Savarkar Flyover, Mumbai
When: Until 14th December; 7 pm – 11 pm
Food Festivals In Bengaluru This December
10. Nandhini Deluxe Launches Its Spiciest Biryani & Beer Pairings
Nandhini Deluxe is turning up the heat this December with a new seasonal campaign centred around hotter-than-ever biryanis paired with chilled beer — the perfect balance of spicy and refreshing. From the bold Nalgonda Mutton Roast Biryani to the flavour-packed Nellore Mutton Biryani, the creamy yet spicy Paneer Ghee Roast Biryani, and their iconic Chicken Boneless Biryani, this collaboration is built for those who enjoy a slow, satisfying burn.
Where: Multiple Outlets
When: 20th December 2025 – 20th January 2026; 11 am – 11 pm
Cost: ₹1,200 (For two)
11. Fungi Fiesta At Taj MG Road, Bengaluru
Taj MG Road’s Fungi Fiesta celebrates mushrooms as the heroes of the plate. Different varieties, from pink oysters to morels and enokis, come together in dishes that spotlight umami in creative new ways. The Trio of Mushroom Lasagne is slow-baked and indulgent, while the Mushroom Wellington is a pastry-wrapped dream that proves plant-forward dishes can be just as luxurious as any meat preparation.
Where: No. 41/3, Vivanta By Taj, Yellappa Garden, Yellappa Chetty Layout, Sivanchetti Gardens, Bengaluru
When: Until 14th December; 12:30 pm – 3 pm | 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Cost: starting at ₹2,750++
12. Gaia Presents “The South Route”
Gaia, Bengaluru’s much-loved modern vegetarian restaurant, celebrates its first anniversary with a stunning December-only menu called The South Route. This one is for anyone who loves South Indian food but with fun reinterpretations. Try a Deconstructed Bonda Soup with rasam consommé and coconut foam, Avial Croquettes with curry leaf aioli, Chettinad Pepper Gnocchi tossed in bold spices, and a gorgeous Moilee Spaghetti inspired by Kerala’s coastal flavours. For dessert, the Filter Coffee Cake delivers pure nostalgia in every bite.
Where: Outer Ring Rd, KR Layout, JP Nagar Phase 6, J. P. Nagar, Bengaluru
When: Until 31st December; 12 pm – 3:30 pm | 7 pm – 11 pm
13. A Feast From Purvanchal At The Hebbal Cafe
Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal is celebrating December with the rustic, earthy, festive flavours of Purvanchal. Guest Chef Rizwan Quraishi brings classics from Varanasi, Jaunpur, Gorakhpur, Azamgarh and more, turning The Hebbal Café into a winter wonderland of flavour. Signature dishes include tamatar chaat, choora matar, kachori-sabzi, malaiyyo, litti chokha, gathiya, thekua and an array of traditional sweets. Don’t miss the beverages, like thandai, sattu, and bel sharbat.
Where: No. 2, The Hebbal Cafe, Level-1, Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal, 55, Outer Ring Rd, Nagavara, Bengaluru
When: Until 20th December
Cost: starting at ₹2,050
14. Festive Brunch Series At Sheraton Grand Bangalore At Brigade Gateway
Sheraton Grand Bangalore is taking winter brunches seriously. Their Sunday brunch series is full of festive spirit, themed spreads, and pure indulgence. On 14th December, the Festive Market Brunch recreates global holiday markets with bratwurst, turkey sliders, bangers & mash and more. 21st December will be about the Holly Jolly Brunch Affair, bringing the warmth of Christmas flavours, featuring honey-glazed ham, cranberry skewers, prawns, and desserts. On 28th December, The Last Brunch of 2025 wraps up the year with sushi, sashimi, lamb chops, paella, and more.
Where: 26/1, Dr Rajkumar Rd, Malleswaram, Rajajinagar, Bengaluru
When: Sundays of December; 12:30 pm – 4 pm
Cost: starting at ₹2,999++
Food Festivals In Pune This December
15. Shahi Siyālū, A North-Western Frontier Winter Feast At DoubleTree By Hilton Pune–Chinchwad
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Held at their elegant rooftop restaurant Level 12, this pop-up draws inspiration from royal winter kitchens of the North-West Frontier. The dishes are hearty and luxurious, like Yakhni Shorba, Shakarkand Galouti, Chapli Kebab, Saffron Prawns, Murgh Musallam, Sarson ka Saag, Tahiri, and the decadent Akhrot ka Halwa. Paired with crisp winter air and panoramic city views, the evening feels nothing short of magical.
Where: C-32, Tata Motors Rd, Indira Nagar, MIDC, Chinchwad, Pune
When: Until 15th December
Food Festivals In Indore This December
16. Thai Food Festival At Sheraton Grand Palace Indore
If you’re craving something vibrant, fresh and full of flavour adventure, Sheraton Grand Palace Indore brings Thailand to your plate through a beautiful Thai festival at S Café. Expect favourites like Pad Thai, Tom Yum, Green Curry, Som Tum, and a live counter where chefs whip up stir-fried noodles and grilled satay right in front of you. The dessert station shines with Tub Tim Krob, Lod Chong, Roti Sai Mai, Thai iced tea, and more. The evenings come alive with Thai dance performances and even Muay Thai demonstrations.
Where: Bypass Road, Omaxe City 1, Mayakhedi, Indore
When: 12th – 21st December; 7 pm – 11 pm
So this December, the most exciting flavours are waiting for you at these vibrant food festivals and pop-ups across India.
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