Ahmedabad is set to experience a whirlwind of flavours and cultures as Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad City Centre presents The Silk Route Flavors, a Pan-Asian food festival that captures the culinary legacy of the famed trade route. Happening from 27th June to 6th July 2025 at Essence, the hotel’s signature dining venue, the festival is a showcase of bold flavours, regional classics, and a rich celebration of Asian cuisines.

The festival is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad and Chao Chinese Bistro, the award-winning Pan-Asian restaurant at Holiday Inn Jaipur, bringing together two celebrated chefs—Chef Milan Gupta, the creative force behind Chao, and Chef Somnath Deb, Executive Chef at Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad.

“This is not just a food festival—it’s a curated experience,” said Suraj Kumar Jha, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad. “Through this collaboration, we’re not only bringing something special to our city’s diners but also redefining what cross-property culinary innovation can look like.”

The lunch service features a specially curated Table d’Hôte (TDH) menu—perfect for a midday sampling of signature dishes—while the evening buffet unfolds into a rich spread of flavours, offering an immersive exploration of Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Southeast Asia.

Guests can expect highlights such as:

• Japanese Chicken Dim Sums – Steamed parcels with delicate flavours and intense umami

• Hong Kong Steamed Tofu – Aromatic and silken tofu finished with soy and ginger scallion oil

• Char Kwey Teow Noodles – Smoky wok-tossed flat noodles packed with texture and spice

“Every ingredient on this menu tells a story—from regional traditions to personal memories,” said Chef Milan Gupta, adding that the journey across Asia is captured “one plate at a time.”

Echoing the sentiment, Chef Somnath Deb noted, “The synergy with Chef Milan has been incredible. We’ve created a menu that feels both authentic and fresh, perfect for Ahmedabad’s evolving palate.”

Whether you’re drawn to Japanese minimalism, fiery Southeast Asian stir-fries, or comforting Chinese fare, The Silk Route Flavors brings an elevated, region-spanning experience to the city.

Event Details:

When: 27th June – 6th July 2025
Where: Essence, Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad City Centre
Timings: Lunch & Dinner
Contact: +91 99798 47996 | +91 89800 20719

Come for the food, stay for the story—because The Silk Route Flavors isn’t just a meal, it’s a journey across Asia’s vibrant culinary map.