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In pics: ‘Brew and Hue’ on paper with Prarthana Goyal at Hyatt Centric Ballygunge

Around 12 participants at Tess, the all-day Euro- Asian bistro at the newly opened Hyatt Centric Ballygunge, took part at a coffee painting workshop in association with Not Enough Yellow

Jaismita Alexander Kolkata Published 07.09.24, 01:59 PM
Around 12 enthusiastic ladies joined the coffee painting workshop ‘Brew and Hue’ at Hyatt Centric Ballygunge on September 4 conducted in association with artist Prarthana Goyal who owns Not Enough Yellow, a homegrown brand selling hand-painted accessories
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Around 12 enthusiastic ladies joined the coffee painting workshop ‘Brew and Hue’ at Hyatt Centric Ballygunge on September 4 conducted in association with artist Prarthana Goyal who owns Not Enough Yellow, a homegrown brand selling hand-painted accessories

All photographs by Amit Datta
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The art workshop was held at the Tess, an in-house all-day Euro- Asian bistro of the newly opened hotel in south Kolkata. The place, which stays open from 11am to 11pm, smelt of coffee as the mentor and participants picked their brushes up to paint with real coffee
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The art workshop was held at the Tess, an in-house all-day Euro- Asian bistro of the newly opened hotel in south Kolkata. The place, which stays open from 11am to 11pm, smelt of coffee as the mentor and participants picked their brushes up to paint with real coffee

The participants were given all the art supplies and coffee concoction. The paintings were made by diluting the coffee with water to bring different shades
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The participants were given all the art supplies and coffee concoction. The paintings were made by diluting the coffee with water to bring different shades

Artist Prarthana taught the amateur painters how to bring out different textures and shades with her skilful brush techniques
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Artist Prarthana taught the amateur painters how to bring out different textures and shades with her skilful brush techniques

When asked why coffee painting, the artist said: ‘I love coffee! I have always been an artist and when cafés approached me to conduct workshops, I picked coffee.’ Prarthana owns Not Enough Yellow and customises shoes and bags. The homegrown brand is about a year-and-a-half old
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When asked why coffee painting, the artist said: ‘I love coffee! I have always been an artist and when cafés approached me to conduct workshops, I picked coffee.’ Prarthana owns Not Enough Yellow and customises shoes and bags. The homegrown brand is about a year-and-a-half old

At the end of the workshop, three winners were announced. Aerica Sardar, a chartered accountant and a digital creator, Minal Khetan, also a digital creator, and Veenu Kaur, founder @araamabyveenukaur, won a special prize from Hyatt Centric Ballygunge. Surprised at her win, Aerica said: ‘I am a painter but this was my first time painting with coffee. It was fun and enriching. I am happy to have been chosen as one of the winners’
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At the end of the workshop, three winners were announced. Aerica Sardar, a chartered accountant and a digital creator, Minal Khetan, also a digital creator, and Veenu Kaur, founder @araamabyveenukaur, won a special prize from Hyatt Centric Ballygunge. Surprised at her win, Aerica said: ‘I am a painter but this was my first time painting with coffee. It was fun and enriching. I am happy to have been chosen as one of the winners’

Besides the painting activity, participants also enjoyed some coffee and flatbreads from the Tess kitchen
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Besides the painting activity, participants also enjoyed some coffee and flatbreads from the Tess kitchen

Glen Dsouza, general manager, Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata also tried his hands at coffee painting. Speaking to My Kolkata, he said: ‘Brew and Hue at Tess was all about blending creativity with community. The event showcased an incredible fusion of art, flavour and culture. Guests savoured our 100 per cent Arabica coffee paired with Euro-Asian small bites, making for a perfect culinary experience. The celebration of creativity was further enhanced by the captivating coffee art, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. At Hyatt Centric, we’re committed to organising more dynamic events that bring together exceptional food, beverages, and unique guest experiences for unforgettable moments’
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Glen Dsouza, general manager, Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata also tried his hands at coffee painting. Speaking to My Kolkata, he said: ‘Brew and Hue at Tess was all about blending creativity with community. The event showcased an incredible fusion of art, flavour and culture. Guests savoured our 100 per cent Arabica coffee paired with Euro-Asian small bites, making for a perfect culinary experience. The celebration of creativity was further enhanced by the captivating coffee art, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. At Hyatt Centric, we’re committed to organising more dynamic events that bring together exceptional food, beverages, and unique guest experiences for unforgettable moments’

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