Le Méridien Navi Mumbai Celebrates the Bold Spirit of Maharashtra with ‘MH 09 – Kolhapur Tadka’
Le Méridien Navi Mumbai invites food enthusiasts to savour the authentic flavours of Maharashtra with MH 09 – Kolhapur Tadka, an exclusive regional food festival at Hillview Café from 6 to 10 August 2026. Inspired by the vibrant culinary traditions of Kolhapur, the festival offers guests an immersive dining experience that blends bold flavours, rich heritage, and warm Maharashtrian hospitality.
Bringing together culinary expertise and tradition, the festival features a special collaboration between Chef Dhanashrie Ingle, founder of Bandra's renowned The Little Kolhapur, and Chef Amit Sonawane of Le Méridien Navi Mumbai. Together, they have curated a menu that celebrates generations-old family recipes, authentic Kolhapuri spices, and time-honoured cooking techniques, delivering an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
Guests can indulge in an elaborate buffet showcasing Kolhapur's most celebrated delicacies, including Tambda Rassa, Pandhra Rassa, Mutton Kolhapuri, Chicken Sukka, Mutton Kharda, Paneer Kolhapuri, Bharli Vangi, Matki Usal, Pithla, Zunka, and Masale Bhat, complemented by freshly prepared Jowar and Bajra Bhakri along with traditional accompaniments such as Thecha and Mirchicha Kharada.
The culinary journey concludes with an irresistible selection of classic Maharashtrian desserts, including Puran Poli, Ukadiche Modak, Shrikhand, Basundi, and Gulachi Kheer, offering the perfect sweet ending to an authentic regional feast.
Beyond the cuisine, Hillview Café will be transformed into a vibrant cultural showcase inspired by Kolhapur. Guests can enjoy traditional décor, interactive live cooking stations, and engaging cultural activities such as Maharashtrian block printing, Kolhapuri chappal keychain designing, and tote bag painting, creating a wholesome celebration of the region's artistic and culinary heritage.
The festival will be hosted for dinner from Thursday to Saturday and Monday (7:00 PM – 11:00 PM) at INR 2,200++ per person, followed by a grand Sunday Brunch (12:30 PM – 4:00 PM) priced at INR 3,500++ (Non-Alcoholic) and INR 4,500++ (Alcoholic).
Celebrate the authentic taste of Kolhapur at Hillview Café, Le Méridien Navi Mumbai, where every dish reflects the spirit of Maharashtra and every meal is a tribute to the state's rich culinary traditions.
