After a hectic week at work, you need the weekend to unwind and pamper yourself. From insightful heritage walks to delightful culinary experiences, there’s a lot for you to indulge in this weekend. So without further ado, scroll down and plan your weekend the best way possible.
1. Ekaa X Short Story
Indulge in the flavours of native Nagaland ingredients at the culinary pop-up happening today and tomorrow at Ekaa. Nagaland’s chef, Salangyanger Jamir along with chef Niyati Rao has curated a special menu inspired by their recent foraging trip. Expect traditional delicacies with innovative reinterpretations, with dishes such as chicken soup made of desi chicken, bamboo extract, and floss. It’s a take on Chef Salang moms’ recipe, Axone (fermented soybean) served with smoked duck or pumpkin and accompanied by jungle juice made with secret condiment and micro potatoes with aged and smoked pork, kholar beans, and Naga mountain pepper. Trust us, you are in for a treat.
When: June 2 and June 3
Time: 7:30 pm onwards
Where: Ekaa, Kitab Mahal, 1st Floor, D Sukhadwala Rd, Azad Maidan, Fort
2. Seafood delights at Hotel Ambassador
A fusion of Indian and western seafood delights awaits for seafood lovers at Hotel Ambassador. The menu features delectable dishes such as South Indian fried prawns, raiwalla fish tikka, English Channel fingers, Mexican and French sea bass, lobster thermidor, tandoori pomfret, lal mirch ka zhingra, cafreal wali macchi and special curries of Goa, Malvan, Bengal and Punjab. Tomorrow is the last day of the month-long culinary feast, so make the most of it.
When: June 4
Where: Plot 7, Block 1, Veer Nariman Rd, Churchgate
3. The Hive Mixer at Moonshine Meadery
Moonshine Meadery, Asia’s first meadery brand, is back with the second edition of The Hive Mixer in collaboration with renowned pizzeria, Brik Oven. They are bringing the best pizzas of Bengaluru to Pune, and there’s no way you can miss it. Indulge in delicious Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizza that go perfect with their curated selection of meads bursting with the vibrant flavours of the season. There will be fun games and live music as well to add to the exceptional gastronomy and the art of brewing meads.
When: June 4
Where: Ronin Wines, Old Lotus Factory Plot No 7, near PIBM College, Pirangut
Time: 12 pm to 6 pm
4. Mag street walks
Mag street art walks’ June edition of ‘walkitecture’ is here and is slated for Saturday. Get a chance to discover Colaba’s lesser-known buildings and bylanes with architect and restorer Nikhil Mahashur. Acquaint yourself with the inspiring heritage and history of some of the most iconic buildings of Colaba, engage in insightful conversations followed by a scrumptious brekkie at Mag St. cafe.
When: June 3
Where: Mag St. cafe, 4, Mandlik Rd, Apollo Bandar, Colaba
Time: Assemble at 7:15 am
5. TEDxGateway 2023
India's biggest ideas festival is back and it’s time to embark on an intellectual odyssey to celebrate innovation, inspiration, and impact. Immerse yourself in 15+ thought-provoking talks by visionary thinkers from various fields that showcase world-changing ideas, shaping our collective future.
When: June 4
Where: NCPA Marg, Nariman Point