This Valentine’s Day, take your bae to party at SPACE — the newest nightclub in the city. Located in Topsia (where Episode used to be) and spread across a sprawling 4,300sq ft, there are two things that hit you when you enter — bling and luxury! The decor of the place owned by Imran Hossain has lots of rose gold metallic tone, glossy flooring, onyx tables and mind-blowing lighting running throughout the club, thus lending an opulent look and feel.
“This is my first venture in the city and I was determined to open a nightclub and give an experience to the city that they have not seen before. Since lights and sound play a very vital role in a club experience we have a one-of-a-kind DB sound. A system of two 3Way Line array speakers has been installed into the main room of the club with 8DB sound 15 inches full-range along with other amplifiers,” said Imran.
Music is the essence of a nightclub and SPACE has DJ Roni as the resident DJ who will churn out commercial and EDM mixes. This is the first outlet of SPACE in the country and they are all set to open shortly in Mumbai too. “The Mumbai outlet located in Lower Parel was supposed to be the first one but due to some delays we are opening in Calcutta first. It took us around eight months to open. I am extremely excited to open SPACE in Calcutta and would want every party person to feel the vibe, energy and luxury of the place,” added Imran.
The Telegraph dropped in for an exclusive walkthrough and here’s what we liked...
Watch out for the two VIP segments that ooze luxury. With plush couches, onyx tables and lights that are synced to the music, the VIP tables start from Rs 30,000 onwards.
There is a 45 ft L-shaped bar that is long enough to save you from jostling. The bar boasts will churn out yum cocktails and shots that are not to be missed.
You cannot miss the customised butterfly lights covering the entire dance floor. “We got these custom-made by Mumbai-based S.K.Y Digi Lights who has designed these. That aside we have MI bars and Madrix lighting at SPACE,” explained Imran.
“We will target getting lots of big acts and also have live acoustic sessions since there is a huge craze for that. Our aim is to offer great service and experience to our guests,” said Kashif Alam, head of operations, SPACE
Gondhoraj Grilled Bhekti with Veronique sauce: Calcutta bekti marinated with salt and lemon and grilled with a creamy, mildly sweet sauce with lemon and grapes.
Stuffed Grilled Paneer with Cilantro Sauce: Thick, soft slabs of paneer are grilled with spices and served with cilantro sauce on top. It comes with mashed potato and veggies.
Papdi With Kosha Mangsho: A great nibble to go with your drink, this one has the quintessential kosha mangsho atop crispy papdi.
Gulab Jamun Cheesecake: Conclude your meal with this desi-meets-videsi dessert served in a cocktail glass.
Want to get a kick fast? Shots like Alien Brain Haemorrhage (peach liquor layered with Irish cream, topped with blue curacao and grenadine) and The Red Head (Jagermeister shaken with peach and cranberry) will keep your spirit high!
Turkish-style Pizza: This unique pizza is topped with chicken chunks, shallots, garlic, spices, pistachio and mozzarella cheese.
Cheese Dragon Ball: These deepdried bites are packed with the goodness of cheese, spinach and served with yum sweet chilli sauce.
Slow Cooked Lamb in Teriyaki Sauce Bao: A filling yet nonfussy dish, this has slow-cooked succulent lamb pieces in teriyaki sauce, folded with veggies and served inside soft baos.
This pretty cocktail, Cranberry Gin Sour, has gin shaken with cranberry, lime and egg white for the frothy texture, and topped with soda.