The Leela Palace Bengaluru will celebrate India's Independence Day with Flavours of Freedom, a specially curated culinary experience at Citrus on August 15, 2026. The experience will take guests on a journey across India's diverse culinary landscape, bringing together regional flavours, cultural traditions and stories inspired by the country's journey to independence.

The culinary experience will showcase cuisines from North, South, East and West India, with each region representing a value associated with the freedom movement.

North India will represent Shaurya (Valour), highlighting courage, sacrifice and resilience through bold and comforting flavours. South India will embody Swaraj (Self Rule), reflecting self-reliance and cultural pride through its distinctive culinary traditions.

East India will bring alive Kranti (Revolution), exploring themes of awakening and transformation through its vibrant regional cuisine, while West India will represent Ekta (Unity), celebrating togetherness and the diverse cultural influences that contribute to India's shared identity.

Each regional station will feature signature dishes representative of its culinary heritage, accompanied by narratives exploring the traditions and cultural influences behind the cuisine.

The experience will extend beyond the food with regional maps, curated décor, interactive installations and digital storytelling. These elements are designed to give guests a closer look at India's culinary heritage while creating an immersive Independence Day celebration.

Through Flavours of Freedom, Citrus aims to bring India's extraordinary regional diversity together under one roof, combining food, culture and storytelling in a celebration of the country's shared spirit.

Event Details

Event: Flavours of Freedom
Venue: Citrus, The Leela Palace Bengaluru
Date: August 15, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM