What: The India Story, a Neotia Arts Trust Initiative presented by Chivas Glassware, in association with The Telegraph
Where: Raajkutir, Swabhumi
When: December 16, 17, 18
Timings: 11am to midnight
FOOD COURT AND FARMER’S MARKET
HOMELY ZEST delivers global flavours at the doorstep of Kolkatans
HOMELY ZEST, the Kolkata-based cloud kitchen that delivers global flavours at the doorstep of Kolkatans, will be present at TIS this year to serve global cuisine made with a touch of home-cooked goodness.
“I am really thankful for this opportunity to collaborate with The India Story and showcase our exotic cuisines through this platform. This opportunity is a boost for us and will further help us to take a step forward in delivering our meals to many more homes in the city,” said Sakshi Sureka, owner and founder, Homely Zest.
GOURMESTAN will showcase its vegan and gluten-free boulangerie, patisserie and fromagerie products
GOURMESTAN, that will soon open its permanent outlet at Quest mall, will showcase at TIS its vegan and gluten-free boulangerie, patisserie and fromagerie products. Stop by to treat yourself to some baked goodness, pastries and cheese.
“India Story is one of the biggest cultural events in Kolkata and we are very excited to be a part of it. We are delighted to present an experience which is a perfect balance of health and taste. Our products have been transforming the way people perceive food,” said Niyati Parekh, partner, Global Kitchens (Kolkata).
Drop in at PRONTO for some quick bites of their signature burgers and shawarmas
After a ‘shop till you drop’ experience at TIS, drop in at PRONTO for some quick bites of their signature burgers and shawarmas.
“Graduating from a cloud kitchen to a restaurant serving international cuisine in under two years, we, at Pronto, are excited and humbled to showcase our signature burgers and shawarmas before the discerning aficionado of Kolkata at The India Story, the city’s cultural showstopper event,” said Tanuj Sahay, owner and executive chef.
Stop by at PING’S CAFE ORIENT AND SAZ AMERICAN BRASSERIE for the best of Asian street food and American gourmet delicacies
When shopping gets you exhausted, stop by at PING’S CAFE ORIENT AND SAZ AMERICAN BRASSERIE to treat your tummy to the best of Asian street food and American gourmet delicacies.
“We’re super excited to be doing The India Story this year. It’s our very first time and it’ll be great to showcase our food to the food and fashion enthusiasts in the city, and of course, be a part of the much reputed India Story family,” said Drishleen Sethi, co-owner of Ping’s Cafe Orient and SAZ American Brasserie, Kolkata.
Dessert den CHEESSERTED is all set to warm your hearts
Have a sweet tooth or not, dessert den CHEESSERTED is all set to warm your hearts at The India Story this year with their artisanal desserts. Drop in for a host of tasty treats to choose from, starting from cheesecakes and cakes to macaroons and buns, enough reasons to be spoiled for choice.
“Having visited India story all these years as guests and being in awe of the entire vibe, my partner Stuti and I are so excited to finally make our debut here. We’re looking forward to serving happiness at this much-awaited winter festival,” said Vasundhara Kochar, co-founder of Cheesserted.
MOTHERLAND is the go to place if you are thinking of enjoying a meal while basking in the winter sun
If you are thinking of enjoying a meal while basking in the winter sun amidst the carnivalesque spirit at The India Story, MOTHERLAND will be the stop for you.
“The love between Motherland and India Story started in 2017 and has grown stronger and bigger every year. This year setting up an outdoor cafe at the farmers market is going to be a winter fest full of love, great food and holiday charm,” said cofounders Esha and Prateek.
Think momos and thukpas for warming up the soul with the slight chill in the city air or tasting the rustic flavours of the mountains through an array of mountain cuisines like Tibetan, Nepalese, Bhutanese and Assamese, that is what Himalayan cuisine specialists, YETI, will bring to TIS this year.
“We are new in Kolkata and associating with The India story for the first time. We are really looking forward to it and hoping this association gets stronger with time,” said Joy Singh, partner, Yeti.
If your heart craves some delicious yet healthy food while shopping at The India Story, MESSY KITCHEN is the stall to stop by.
“Our very first time with TIS and we want to use this amazing platform to reach out to all of you on the journey to eat healthy. People visiting TIS must try our gluten-free, vegan, sugar-free desserts and breads,” said Divya Khettry, owner, Messy Kitchen.
Let THE SURFACE PLAY’s table styling and floral services for your brunch parties this season
Winter calls for some afternoon fun by calling over friends for pretty brunches. Take inspiration from THE SURFACE PLAY’s table styling and floral services for your brunch parties this season.
“The Surface Play is an initiative to find beauty in the ordinary. We believe in creating meaningful experiences with our table styling and floral services. Farmer’s Market at India Story celebrates all things fresh and good and we’re just back after a wonderful experience last year. It’s a mix of all things fine, fresh, luxurious and sustainable under one roof. A beautiful initiative by Neotia Arts Trust,” said Hitesha Bajoria, founder, The Surface Play.
With Christmas just a week away, indulge in the Yuletide spirit with some fluffy pancakes, served hot from UNCLE PETER’S PANCAKES. Satiate your soul to the fullest besides the shopping experience.
“Every year we visit TIS with great excitement but this year the thrill is much more as we are taking your favourite pancake brand, Uncle Peter's Pancakes, out in public. Being TIS fans, we are all the more pumped up to make you experience TIS’s phenomenal ambiance and Kolkata’s blissful chilly days with our fresh pancakes, its sinful toppings, while sipping on rich hot chocolate with melting marshmallows on top,” said Sohini Biswas and Srijit Ghosh, Uncle Peter’s Pancakes, Kolkata.
PLAYGROUND
Dishha Singla (L) and kids engaging in activities
This winter, there is a solution for all the parents who want to shop while keeping kids engaged in holistic learning. For the first time, Young Minds Collective by Dishha Singla brings to visitors of TIS The Playground, a multi-purpose kids special activity zone. It has an array of activities, such as toddler zone, art and craft activities, adventure rides, Lego corner, reading nook, tattoo art, Santa parading and a lot more! Parents can drop off their kids in a safe and happy environment while they shop to their heart’s content.
Spot them at the playground
- Shuktara Cakes
- Balloon Basket
- Young Minds Collective
- Seleqtions By The Playground
- The Loafers Cafe
FOOD COURT
- Yeti — The Himalayan Kitchen
- Homely Zest
- Paprika
- Ping’s Cafe Orient & SAZ American Brasserie
- Fabbrica
- Bunosilo Estate Coffee Roasters
- Cheesserted
- Bili Hu Coffees
- Crumb Affair
- Uncle Peter’s Pancakes
- Dosa Coffee
- Minus.30
- Cherise
- The Conclave
- Uno Pizzeria & grill
- Chaats of India by Raajkutir, IHCL SELEQTIONS
- Chivas Bar
- Wykiki by Taj City Centre New town Inox
FARMER’S MARKET
- Motherland Cafe
- Homeslice
- Pronto Gourmet Foods
- Let’s Maki
- 1920 Bakery
- Wild Roots
- Messy Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Bon Viveur
- Crumbs & Doilies
- StuDIYO
- Grassroots Crafts — a
- The Lagom Life
- DipDip
- Baby Barn
- Fresh Aisle
- Kadam Haat
- Dharani — The Earth Story
- Good Cow Dairy
- FOAMO-IS Bath Essentials
- Skillet to Table
- 8Finity — New Beginnings From Old Ends
- Rista Handicrafts
- Gourmestan
- Farmers Pride
- Neha Fatehpuria
- Hari Mitti
- Tea Junction
- Ek Tara
- Dakshini Prayash
- Fernweh
- Sober & Co.
Pictures courtesy: The India Story