THE ASTOR KOLKATA PRESENTS A GRAND DURGA PUJA FEAST ABAR ELO MA….

*WHAT:* Durga Puja Special Buffet
*WHEN:* 27th September (Panchami) Dinner to 2nd October (Dashami) Lunch
*TIME*- Lunch (12:00 PM to 4:00 PM) Dinner (7:00 PM to 11:30 PM)
*WHERE:* Kebab E Que, The Astor, Kolkata
*ADDRESS:* 15 Shakespeare Sarani, Kolkata – 700071
*POCKET PINCH:* INR 1699/-  inclusive of taxes per person

Staff Reporter : kolkata, 6th September, 2025. This Durga Puja, The Astor invites you to celebrate the city’s most loved festival with an indulgent festive buffet. The specially curated menu brings together the essence of Bengal, combining nostalgia, tradition, and indulgence.

Speaking about the celebrations, Mr. Amit Kobat, General Manager – The Astor, says: “Durga Puja is the soul of Kolkata, and at The Astor we have always believed in creating experiences that mirror the city’s festive spirit. This year’s menu is designed to revive memories of home-cooked feasts while presenting them with our signature touch, ensuring that every guest feels the warmth of celebration.”

The menu begins with refreshing coolers like *Gondhoraj Doi-er Ghol* and *Kaffir Lime Pora Anarash ar Aada Diye Sorbot. Starters include **Mutton Pudina Seekh Kebab, Murgh Kasuri Tikka, Loitta Macher Pituli, Bhhetki Macher Chop, Kolkata Cabin Style Chicken Cutlet, and vegetarian options such as **Ambala Paneer Tikka, Soya Mochar Cutlet, and Kadaisutir Chop*.

Adding to the festive spirit are sides like *Bhaja-Bhuji, papads, achars, chutneys, and Thakumar Bharta* — simple, soulful accompaniments that elevate every Puja meal.

The grand *Maha Bhoj* features timeless favourites such as *Purano Dhakar Mangsho Bhuna, Goalando Steamer Chicken Curry, Green Prawns Malai Curry, Shorshe Kancha Lonka Bhetki, Pomfret Tel Bori Jhal, alongside vegetarian stars like **Chena Dalna, Panch Mesali Tarkari, Hing Pora Aloor Dum, Kadaisutir Dhokar Tarkari, Cholar Dal with narkol, and Bhaja Moonger Sabji Daal. With **Mishti Pulao, Steamed Rice, Radha Ballavi, Butter Naan, and Tinkona Porotha*, it’s a feast made for celebration.

And of course, the *mishti table* is a showstopper with *Baked Mihidana, Chenar Jelabi, Gondhoraj Sondesh, Laal Doi, Kesri Ras Malai, Risotto Rice Kheer with Nariyel*, and ice cream with chocolate sauce — the perfect sweet ending to your Puja meal.