Encalm Hospitality Invites Travellers to Experience India's Regional Flavours Through 'A Taste of Independent India'
This Independence Day, Encalm Hospitality is inviting
travellers to discover India's rich culinary heritage through 'A Taste of Independent India',
a week-long gastronomic celebration showcasing regional cuisines from across the country at its
airport lounges.
A Taste of Independent India
- Dates: 8–15 August 2026
- Locations: Encalm Lounges at Delhi, Hyderabad, and Goa airports
- Theme: “One Nation. Six Regions. Countless Flavours.”
Culinary Journey
- Daily Regional Menus: Each day highlights a different Indian region.
- Signature Dishes:
- Non‑veg: Murgh Malai Tikka, Chettinad Chicken, Chicken Dak Bungalow, Fish Koliwada, Bhopali Chicken Korma, Manipuri Chicken Curry
- Veg: Avial, Paneer Hyderabadi, Matar Paneer, Paneer Bhopali
- Interactive Specials: Kolkata Jhalmuri, Dahi Bhalla Papdi Chaat, Dabeli, Pesarattu with Chutney, Indori Aloo Ratalu Chaat
- Desserts: Kesar Phirni, Coconut Semiya Payasam, Sandesh, Mohanthal, Sheer Khurma
Independence Day Highlight
- Culminates on 15 August with a specially curated menu celebrating unity through food.
Chef’s Vision
Chef Ritesh Negi and his team curated menus to showcase authentic ingredients, traditions, and stories from six distinct culinary regions, turning each meal into a cultural narrative.
Experience
The campaign transforms airport lounges into destinations for culinary discovery, blending hospitality with India’s gastronomic heritage to elevate the traveler’s journey.
