Barbeque Nation at Sayaji Kolhapur is set to transport diners to the royal kitchens of Lucknow with Chakhlo Zaika, a specially curated Lucknowi food festival celebrating the flavours and finesse of Awadhi cuisine. Scheduled from January 16 to January 25, 2026, the festival will be available during dinner hours and pays tribute to the rich culinary legacy shaped under the patronage of the Nawabs of Awadh.

Rooted in slow cooking, subtle spices, and refined techniques, Awadhi cuisine is known for its elegance and balance. Chakhlo Zaika brings these traditions to life through a thoughtfully designed dining experience that blends authentic flavours with a regal setting. Enhancing the ambience is a themed décor concept titled Savouring the Royal Flavours of Awadh, featuring a grand entry arch, adorned passages, and artistic cut-outs inspired by iconic Lucknow landmarks such as Bara Imambara, Rumi Darwaza, and Chota Imambara.

The festival menu showcases a spread of classic Awadhi dishes, allowing guests to savour favourites such as Galouti Kebabs, Kakori Kebabs, Lucknowi Dum Biryani, and slow-cooked Nihari. The experience concludes on a traditional sweet note with desserts like Shahi Tukda and Sheer Khurma, alongside other regional specialties that reflect the richness of Lucknow’s culinary heritage.

Speaking about the festival, Mukesh Rakshit, General Manager, Sayaji Kolhapur, said, “At Barbeque Nation, we constantly strive to curate unique dining experiences for our guests. With Chakhlo Zaika, our aim is to bring the timeless culinary heritage of Lucknow to our guests in its most authentic form. Awadhi cuisine is known for its finesse, balance of flavours, and royal legacy, and we are excited to recreate that experience through carefully crafted dishes, traditional presentation, and immersive décor.”

As part of its continued focus on regional food experiences, Barbeque Nation invites diners in Kolhapur to explore Chakhlo Zaika, a festival that celebrates the elegance, flavours, and royal traditions of Awadhi cuisine in a setting designed to reflect its cultural grandeur