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EAST THE EDIT Where every gathering becomesWhere every gathering becomes a reason to celebratea reason to celebrate A SEASON OF JOYA SEASON OF JOY VOLUME
There is something about this time of year that makes every occasion feel worth dressing up for. The tables get fuller, the evenings get brighter, and familiar traditions find their way back to us, alongside new flavours, new places and new reasons to get together. Here’s to making the most of all of them at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi.
INDEX Seoul On A Plate1. Oktoberfest: A Bavarian Celebration2. Single Origin Chocolate At Le Réve3. Pinda Da Tadka4. 32 East Weekend Lunch5. Halloween Week At Le Réve6. Disney Brunch At Café Knosh7. Thai Food Festival At 32 East8. Japanese Bento Boxes At 32 East9. Christmas Brunch And Dinner10. SECTION
INDEX SECTION GRAND CELEBRATIONS AT THE LEELA Dandiya Night10. Halloween Kids' Party11. Christmas Cake Mixing At Frangipani12. Christmas Tree Lighting13. Christmas Carnival14. New Year's Eve – The Grand Finale15. SECTION GIVE A LITTLE LEELA For The Festive Table15. For Sweet Nothings16. For The Good Life17. For The People Behind The Business18.
Dear Guest, There is a certain energy that fills the hotel at this time of year. The tables get fuller, the lobby gets brighter, familiar celebrations return, and there is always something new to look forward to. For us, this is also the time to celebrate what hospitality is truly about: bringing people together. Over the months ahead, we look forward to welcoming you to festive feasts, family gatherings, spirited evenings, and occasions made special simply by being shared. This edition of The East Edit brings together the experiences we have been looking forward to sharing with you, each with its own flavour, character, and reason to come together. We hope you find many reasons to join us, make new memories, and perhaps return to a few traditions of your own. Warm regards, Harkaran Singh General Manager
Welcome to The East Edit, Volume 4. This is perhaps everybody's favourite time of the year. Suddenly, there is always something to look forward to. A new flavour to try, a table to gather around, plans being made for the weekend, or a celebration already taking shape. And we have plenty of that in store. We begin with Seoulful Flavours, travel through a little bit of Germany, and make our way to Thailand and Japan, all without leaving the city. There are also some wonderfully unexpected moments along the way, from Halloween at Le Rêve to a little Disney magic at the brunch table. Then come the celebrations we know and love: music, dance, Christmas traditions, and the joy of watching the hotel come alive with families, friends, and all the excitement that comes with this time of year. Give a Little Leela brings another part of the festive spirit into focus: the pleasure of choosing something special for someone else. We hope this edition gives you plenty to look forward to. And when the year finally comes to a close, we hope you will join us for one last, unforgettable celebration before we welcome the new one. Happy reading. Priti Prava Chakraborty Editor-in-Chief
Something delicious is taking over 32 East. The grills are firing up, Bibimbap bowls are coming together at the live bar, and some of Korea’s most-loved flavours are making their way to the table. From Vegetable Kimbap and Korean Fried Chicken to sizzling Korean BBQ and flavours best enjoyed with a Korean-inspired drink in hand, every evening is bringing a little more of Korea to Delhi. Familiar favourites, live cooking and plenty to discover, all coming together over one very good meal. SEOUL ON A PLATE Bringing Korea’s most-loved flavours to the table TH TO TH SEPTEMBER : PM TO : PM SEPTEMBER
There’s More to Chocolate Than Meets the Eye At Le Réve, discover the craft behind exceptional chocolate as we partner with Pascati, India’s first certified organic and Fairtrade bean-to-bar artisan chocolate maker. For one week, step into the world of single-origin cacao and experience its journey from bean to exquisite chocolate creations. Watch the craft come alive at our live counters, taste freshly crafted indulgences, and explore the distinct character of cacao from different origins. From the story of the bean to the final creation, every detail celebrates crafts- manship, provenance and the hands behind the chocolate. Explore the making. Taste the difference. Discover limited-edition creations. SINGLE ORIGIN CHOCOLATE TILL TH SEPTEMBER
1. Cherry Bar & Alfresco is bringing a little Bavarian spirit to the table. Think cold beer in hand, generous grilled platters, German-inspired favourites, and live music carrying the evening along. OKTOBERFEST A BAVARIAN CELEBRATION Come together for Munich-inspired flavours, cold beers and great company TH SEPTEMBER TO TH OCTOBER : PM TO : PM Come with your favourite people, settle in and choose your brew, with beer buckets and grilled platters made for sharing. Whether the evening calls for one more song, one more round, or simply a good excuse to stay out a little longer, there is plenty of Oktoberfest to go around.
If there is one thing Punjab knows how to do, it is to make a little something go a long way. A spoonful of achaar can transform a meal, a familiar chutney can bring back a memory, and suddenly, you are right back at a table you know. TIME TO GET PICKLED! A celebration of Punjab ST TO TH OCTOBER : PM ONWARDS OCTOBER At Café Knosh, Pinda Da Tadka brings that spirit to life with the taste that teleports you to Punjab, live counters for achaar and chutney, and recipes inspired by generations of cooking. Join us at the table as we savour our roots.
The weekend calls for a different kind of lunch. One where nobody is checking the time, conversations take their own sweet turn, and there is always room for one more dish. Now, 32 East is open for lunch on weekends, bringing its Pan-Asian favourites, signature dishes and contemporary setting into the afternoon. Come hungry, settle in, and let lunch take its time. THE 32 EAST WAY Because the best weekend plans usually involve a table FRIDAY & SATURDAY, OCTOBER : PM ONWARDS
This Halloween, things are taking a deliciously dark turn. Pumpkins take on a more elegant guise, gothic details set the mood, and familiar patisserie and chocolate creations get a suitably mysterious makeover. A SPOOKTACULAR AFFAIR AT LE RÉVE Something wickedly delicious awaits at Le Réve TH TO ST OCTOBER Come curious, stay for the treats and discover a side of Le Réve that is a little spooky, a little playful, and dressed up for the occasion.
Some characters stay with us long after we have grown up. This November, they make their way from the screen to the table at Café Knosh, bringing a little Disney magic to brunch. Expect familiar faces, delicious food, interactive experiences, and plenty for little ones to discover, while parents get to enjoy something just as special: seeing the magic through their eyes. MAGIC ON THE TABLE A dreamy brunch along with your childhood favourites SUNDAY’S AT KNOSH, ST NOV ONWARDS : PM NOVEMBER
Thai food has a way of keeping your palate guessing. Fresh herbs meet fragrant spices, sweetness finds heat, and something bright and unexpected always seems to appear in the next bite. THE THAI WAY TO EAT Where every dish brings a little more of Thailand to the table TH TO TH NOVEMBER : PM ONWARDS Join our 32 East celebration of flavours and traditions of Thailand with a spread inspired by its vibrant culinary landscape. Come hungry, bring your appetite for discovery, and let the flavours do the travelling.
A good bento leaves nothing to chance. A little sushi here, some perfectly cooked rice there, and something crispy to round it all off. Every element has its place, and every box comes together as a meal in its own right. At 32 East, the Japanese bento brings together sushi, rice, chicken or vegetable katsu and kimchi in one neatly packed, seriously satisfying spread. A BOX FULL OF JAPAN The art of keeping a good meal together. ST & TH DECEMBER DINNER ONLY DECEMBER
AN EVENING WRAPPED IN CHRISTMAS Subhead to be given for this part Join us at Café Knosh for an indulgent Christmas feast, featuring festive favourites, signature holiday dishes and traditional desserts. Savour the season with live music, festive cheer and special Christmas treats for the little ones. TH & TH DECEMBER : PM ONWARDS
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At the Prime Address of East Delhi, the festive season comes with a little more to look forward to. CELEBRATION SEASON FOR A MADE
From the first beat of the dandiya to the last countdown of the year, the months ahead are filled with reasons to dress up, bring your people together and celebrate. Expect lively evenings, family days, cherished traditions and a few wonderfully festive surprises along the way.
The music starts, the first pair of dandiyas comes together, and suddenly, standing still is no longer an option. The colours get brighter, the beats get louder, and, before long, the dance floor is full. This October, bring your festive finest and find your rhythm at The Leela. With music, movement, and the unmistakable energy of a room full of people celebrating together, this is where the festive season gets off to a very lively start. Dance Into The Festive Season Some celebrations are best experienced on your feet. TH OCTOBER INR FOR KIDS INR FOR ADULTS
For one day, little monsters take over the Prime Address of East Delhi. Witches, superheroes, ghosts, and creatures of every kind are invited to dress up, join the fun, and see who can cause the most delightful mischief. With games, activities, treats, and plenty to keep young imaginations busy, it is a Halloween celebration made for the little ones, with enough magic to keep the grown-ups entertained too. This event is for every one not just for kids A Spooktacular Day For Little Monsters A day booked for costumes and mischief ST OCTOBER INR ALL INCLUSIVE FOR ALL AGE GROUPS
Mixing Memories, One Fruit At A Time Indulge in delicious Christmas traditions ST NOVEMBER : PM ONWARDS All good things begin with fruits, nuts, and spices. This December, join us for a Christmas cake-mixing tradition as it comes alive at Farangipani, bringing guests together over one of the season's most cherished rituals. A little messy, wonderfully fragrant, and best enjoyed in good company. It is Christmas beginning exactly as it should.
The countdown to Christmas begins with the lighting of our magnificent Christmas tree. Join us for an evening of festive cheer, sparkling lights and the joy of coming together as we officially usher in the Christmas season at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi. A magical evening awaits as we light up the tree and the season ahead. Christmas Tree Lighting Let the Festivities Begin TH DECEMBER : PM
Why wait until Christmas Day to start the celebrations? On 19 December, step into the festive spirit at our Christmas Fest—an evening filled with seasonal cheer, great food, music and the joy of coming together. From festive flavours to lively entertainment, activities, Christmas stalls and plenty of Christmas sparkle, it’s the perfect pre-Christmas celebration to gather with family and friends and make merry before the big day arrives. It Looks Like Christmas! The lights are twinkling, the carols are playing, and Christmas is everywhere TH DECEMBER , CLUB LAWN : PM ONWARDS
As the year draws to a close, get ready to make your final night of 2026 unforgettable. On 31 December, The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi, will come alive with an extraordinary New Year’s Eve celebration, headlined by Punjabi sensation Sunanda Sharma. Known for her distinctive voice, infectious energy and crowd-favourite Punjabi anthems, Sunanda Sharma will take the stage to set the night in motion as we count down to a brand - new year. Expect an evening of glamour, music, indulgent flavours and high-spirited celebrations, culminating in a midnight moment worth staying up for. Come celebrate the last night of the year. Leave with memories for the first day of the next. The Grand Finale End the year on the highest note with an extraordinary New Year's Eve celebration ST DECEMBER
GIVE A LITTLE
For the people who make the season worth celebrating. The best gifts are rarely about how much they cost. They are about knowing what someone will love, remembering what they reach for, or finding that one thing that says, I thought of you.
This festive season, Leela Signatures brings that thought to life with beautifully curated gifts, from indulgent chocolates and gourmet treats to elegant hampers made for the connoisseurs, the hosts, the teams, and everyone who deserves a little something special. For a festive table, a thank-you, a celebration, or simply because. Some gifts are meant to be opened. The best ones are meant to be remembered.
As The Leela celebrates 40 years of gracious Indian hospitality, this year’s Diwali collection, Signatures by The Leela, brings India’s rich artistic heritage to the art of giving. Inspired by the timeless artistry of Pichwai and the spirit of Nathdwara, the collection celebrates the work of master Pichwai artist Rajaram Sharma, whose lifelong practice honours and carries forward this centuries-old tradition. With intricate compositions, distinctive motifs and evocative colours, each piece brings together heritage and exceptional craftsmanship—creating a gift that is thoughtful, meaningful and memorable. This Diwali, let your gift carry a piece of India’s timeless artistry to someone you hold dear.
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