The Best Food And Drink Events In Mumbai, Bengaluru And Delhi This August 2025

As August gives way to September, India’s top cities are buzzing with flavourful pop-ups, immersive culinary journeys, and live performances. Mumbai hosts Italian-inspired cocktail soirées and vibrant food festivals, Bengaluru dives into regional showcases from the Northeast and Uttarakhand alongside an exciting chef face-off, while New Delhi gears up for a night of music with homegrown favourites. Whether you’re in the mood for a refined tasting menu, a spirited bar takeover, or an intimate concert, these events promise to add zest to your social calendar.

New Events In Mumbai

1. Somma Bar Takeover at Drift

Bar Somma, the modern Italian cocktail bar from Singapore, takes over Drift Café and Bar for one night only. Led by Bar Manager Mel Chavez, the evening showcases signature cocktails like Mirko’s Martini, Margarita for Mel, Gimlet of the South, Midori Ritz, and Barrel & Borough. Expect golden-age glamour, bold pours, and a vibrant Italian-inspired cocktail experience.

When: 23rd August 2025 | 7 pm onwards
Where: Drift Café and Bar, entrance through Nilaya Anthology, Mumbai

2. Thai Stories Woven With Flavours at Peshwa Pavilion

Experience the bold flavours and vibrant spices of Thailand at ITC Maratha’s Peshwa Pavilion. From Thai coriander corn soup to chicken Thai red curry, Thai green and yellow curries, crispy chicken in Thai basil sauce, stir-fry fish in chilli gravy, Som Tam, Thai basil fried rice, and more, every dish is a celebration of authentic Thai cuisine.

When: 22nd–24th August 2025 | Dinner: 7 pm–11:30 pm | Sunday Brunch: 12:30 pm–3:30 pm
Where: Peshwa Pavilion, ITC Maratha, Mumbai

3. Mercatino di CinCin

CinCin transforms its open-air alfresco into a one-day Italian farmers’ market celebrating the flavours, craft, and conviviality of the Amalfi Coast. Sip premium wines and zesty limoncello cocktails, enjoy bespoke Malfy gin creations, browse artisanal produce, and soak in live music and entertainment. Highlights include tote bag painting, complimentary caricatures, and gourmet market finds like hand-cut pasta, truffle oils, and artisanal cheeses.

When: 24th August 2025 | 12 pm–9 pm
Where: CinCin Alfresco, Raheja Towers, Near Dena Bank, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai

4. Hosa Goa Pop-Up at Lynx, Comorin

Comorin at Nilaya Anthology welcomes its sister restaurant Hosa from Goa, for a 3-day culinary pop-up, showcasing inventive South Indian cuisine with bold flavours and elegant presentation. Highlights include vegetarian dishes like Drumstick Saaru, Elaneer Pepper Fry, Shimeji Mushroom Varuval, and Aubergine Steak, alongside non-vegetarian creations like Seafood Rasam, Jaffna Chicken, Toddy Shop Prawns, and Kari Dosa, paired with a curated cocktail program by Varun Sharma.

When:
Lunch: 24th August 2025 | 12 pm onwards
Dinner: 22nd–24th August 2025 | 7 pm & 9:30 pm
Where: Lynx at Comorin, Nilaya Anthology, Mumbai
Reservation: 022 35387627 | [email protected]

5. Canvas by Her, St. Regis

The St. Regis Mumbai presents Canvas by Her at Seven Kitchens on 24 August 2025, a one-day brunch curated by Chef Paul Kinny in collaboration with Urmi’s Art Forum. Seven women chefs pair with seven women artists, led by Komal Ullal, to reinterpret art movements through food. Each St.Regis chef will interpret a distinct visual art form, from Monochrome to Pop Art, Cubism to Surrealism. Guests will journey through a sensorial gallery where brushstrokes become sauces, textures are reimagined through grills and garnishes, and colour palettes inspire bold and intricate presentations. 

When: 24th August 2025, 12:30 - 4 pm
Where: Seven Kitchens, The St. Regis Mumbai

New Event In Pune

1. Akina Pop-Up at Ukiyo, The Ritz-Carlton Pune

The Ritz-Carlton, Pune welcomes Akina, Mumbai’s contemporary Asian dining spot by Aspect Hospitality, for a three-day pop-up at Ukiyo. From 21st to 23rd August 2025, guests can experience Akina’s signature dishes for the first time in Pune. Guests can expect cold plates like Mango and Tofu Ceviche and Tuna Nikkei with Truffle Yuzu Pink Peppercorn, inventive sushi such as 500 Degree Scallops and Furai Prawns, along with robata grill specials including Robata Anticucho Baby Chicken and Broccoli Anticucho. 

When: 21st – 23rd August 2025, 7 pm onwards
Where: Ukiyo, The Ritz-Carlton, Pune

New Events In Bengaluru

1. Chef Arturo Castro Salazar vs Chef Noel Adrias

Witness a rare culinary showdown as Chef Arturo of Heliconia, Goa, and Chef Noel of The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore, go head-to-head with five-course tasting menus. Guests vote for every course, featuring delights like Tuna Causa, Blackcod Anticucho, Ezu Smoke Hamachi Salad, Udon Noodles with Curry Sauce, and desserts like Tres Leches and Deconstructed Matcha Mocha Ice Cream. The winning dishes will feature on an exclusive Omakase menu in the days after.

When: 21st–23rd August 2025 | Lunch: 12 pm–3 pm | Dinner: 7 pm–11 pm
Where: IZU, The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore
Reservation: +91 9035416155 / +91 9741035124

2. Flavours Of The Northeast Pop-Up At JW Kitchen

JW Marriott Bengaluru presents an immersive culinary journey through Northeast India, curated by Chef Gitika Saikia. Savour authentic dishes like Lau Khar (Assamese alkaline soup), Pitang Oying (Mishing Tribe rice gruel with chicken and lentils), Kumol Saul’or Salad, Chicken in Banana Leaf Parcels, Sanpiau with pork skewers, Duck with Ash Gourd, Pork with Mustard Greens, and Prawns with Roselle Leaves. Desserts include Black Rice Payokh, Ghila Pitha, and Nangol Thuwa Pitha.

When:
Dinner: 22nd–23rd August 2025 | 7:30 pm – 11 pm (100 pax per day)
Brunch: 24th August 2025 | 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm (150 pax)
Where: JW Kitchen, JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru
Reservation: +91 88844 94037

3. Flavours Of Uttarakhand Pop-Up At Lush, Renaissance Bengaluru

Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel presents a culinary journey through Uttarakhand, curated by Executive Chef Ho Chi Ming and Chef Sachin Singh. Savour traditional mountain dishes like Arsha Roti, Goth Ki Dal, Jhakia Aloo, Bhutwa Gosht, Palak Kafuli, Chaunsa Dal, and the sweet Singori wrapped in Molu leaves. Each plate reflects the warmth, heritage, and soulful flavours of the Himalayan kitchens.

When: 22nd–31st August 2025 | 7 pm – 11 pm
Where: Lush, Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel
Reservations: +91 96115 60956

New Events In New Delhi

1. Persian Food Festival With Chef Mona Poordaryaeinezhad

Farmers’ Basket brings a 10-day culinary celebration of Iran’s treasured flavours with renowned Iranian chef Mona Poordaryaeinezhad. Guests can savour mezze like smoky Baba Ganoush and Mast-o-Kheyer, saffron-laced Paneer-e-Zaffran, hearty Kofta Shiraz, and fragrant rice dishes including Gosht Mewah Pulao. The feast concludes with pillowy Persian breads and traditional desserts such as Zardh, Halwa-e-Sheer, and Lab-e-Shireen. 

When: 22nd to 31st August 2025 (Dinner Buffet & Sunday Brunch)
Where: Farmers’ Basket, Pullman New Delhi Aerocity

2. Atrangi x DIVA Pop Up

Atrangi, Chef Ritu Dalmia’s Michelin-recognised restaurant from Dubai, arrives in DIVA, New Delhi, for a four-day pop-up. The six-course menu reinterprets Indian classics with flair, from an elevated Chola Bhatura and Saoji Mutton Chops to Mango Shrikhand and Filter Coffee Caramel Custard. Award-winning and rooted in nostalgia, Atrangi promises an inventive showcase of regional flavours brought to life.

When: 28–31 August 2025, 12:30 PM–11:30 PM
Where: M-8A, M Block Market, GK-II, New Delhi
Reservations: 011-41637858 | +91 78279 34131

From discovering new flavours of Thailand, Goa, and the Northeast to raising a glass to Italian cocktail artistry and ending on soulful live music, this line-up ensures there’s something for every palate and mood. Mark your calendars and book ahead; these are experiences worth savouring.