As Navratri approaches, Bhagat Halwai is bringing the festive spirit alive with a specially curated menu designed for devotees who wish to enjoy delicious yet fasting-compliant delicacies. Known for its rich legacy of authentic flavors and quality, Bhagat Halwai blends tradition with taste, ensuring that every dish meets fasting guidelines while offering a delightful culinary experience. With ingredients like mildly sweetened sugar, honey, rock salt, dry fruits, and makhane, the menu celebrates devotion without compromising on flavor.

This Navratri, devotees can relish an assortment of vrat-friendly treats, including Aloo Ki Chaat, Vrat Ki Barfi, Sabudana Khichdi, Fruit Chaat, and more. The offerings cater to those observing the festival while ensuring a balance of nutrition and taste. The Fruit Cream, made with fresh fruits and lightly sweetened with vrat-friendly sugar, provides a refreshing dessert option, while the crispy and tangy Aloo Ki Chaat, tossed with rock salt and lemon juice, brings a burst of flavors. The wholesome Sabudana Khichdi, prepared with sago, peanuts, and mild spices, offers a light yet satisfying meal, and the Vrat Ki Barfi, made with makhana and dry fruits, adds a sweet touch to the celebrations. For those seeking something refreshing, the lassi, a popular yogurt-based drink, is available in both sweet and savory variations.

Speaking about this festive offering, Mr. Shivam Bhagat, Director of Bhagat Halwai, expressed his commitment to tradition and quality. "At Bhagat Halwai, we take pride in preserving traditions while offering our customers the finest quality food, especially during sacred occasions like Navratri. Our special Navratri menu is crafted with devotion, ensuring that every dish aligns with fasting guidelines without compromising on taste or nutrition. We invite everyone to celebrate this auspicious festival with us and enjoy the flavors of purity and devotion."

Ms. Riddhi Bhagat, Strategic Director, Bhagat Halwai, emphasized the importance of health-conscious festive meals. "At Bhagat Halwai, we understand the significance of healthy eating, and we are honored to serve our community with meals that uphold these values. Our special Navratri menu is crafted to not only satisfy the hunger of our cherished devotees but also nourish their spirits. We wish everyone a blessed and joyous Navratri, filled with devotion and delicious food."

To ensure that no one misses out on these flavors of devotion, Bhagat Halwai’s Navratri specials will be available across all its locations and for home delivery. With a commitment to hygiene and authenticity, every dish is prepared in dedicated kitchens with the utmost care and attention to detail.

Celebrate the essence of purity and taste this Navratri with Bhagat Halwai’s vrat-friendly delicacies—where devotion meets deliciousness!

Bastian Hospitality unveils Blondie, a thoughtfully designed café in Khar, Mumbai, marking the group's entry into the specialty coffee space. Led by Natasha Hemani and Chef Shreya Aggarwal, Blondie brings a refined yet approachable take on coffee, matcha, and all-day dining, with a focus on ingredients, consistency, and a deep sense of community.

At its core, Blondie is about coffee done right. The menu moves beyond the expected, featuring everything from a classic cortado to more inventive offerings that will be highlighted on their monthly specials menu like Mango Sticky Rice Latte, The Blondie Sunrise and Vietnamese Coconut Coffee. 

The Slow Bar caters to purists, offering hand-brewed V60, French Press, and AeroPress options, with beans sourced from Chikmagalur, including Cask-Aged Whiskey Barrel Brew and Fruit Funk Anaerobic Naturals, alongside standout single origins from Ethiopia and Costa Rica.

Equally considered is Blondie's dedicated matcha bar—the first of its kind in Mumbai—sourcing ceremonial-grade matcha from Kagoshima, Japan. Guests can opt for a traditional Matcha Latte or explore bolder interpretations like the Dreamy S'mores Matcha, layered with house-made chocolate and marshmallow cream, or the Mango Matcha Latte, a seasonal and refreshing nod to local flavors.

The food menu, crafted by Chef Shreya Aggarwal, balances comfort and creativity. The gluten-free Benne Dosas come with unexpected pairings like bacon & sunny-side-up eggs or prawn thecha, while all-day breakfast classics—Eggs Kejriwal, Akuri, and Carbonara Scramble— thoughtfully crafted with bold and balanced flavours. 

The pastry case highlights a modern take on French techniques, while desserts range from vegan tiramisu to an indulgent eggless tres leches.

"Blondie is about bringing people together over exceptional coffee, bold flavors, and a space that feels both aspirational and welcoming," says Ranjit Bindra, Founder & CEO, Bastian Hospitality.

The space itself—bathed in natural light and softened with warm blue tones and textured finishes—is designed to transition seamlessly from a quiet morning retreat to a lively evening hangout. Beyond the café experience, Blondie will host an evolving lineup of events celebrating music, art, and wellness, reinforcing its role as a community-driven space. The place is pet friendly.

More than just a café, Blondie is built on a deeper ethos: championing women across the coffee supply chain, honoring matcha's rich heritage, and creating a space where coffee culture and creativity thrive.

As the mango season reaches its peak, India Sweet House is bringing a special mango-infused menu to celebrate the king of fruits. Known for its rich, sweet flavor, mangoes are a symbol of summer indulgence and evoke nostalgia and joy with every bite.

India Sweet House’s limited-edition Mango Specials are crafted using fresh, handpicked mangoes, ensuring an authentic taste and seasonal goodness in every dessert.

 Mango Specials Menu 

• Mango Sandesh – A soft and delicate Bengali sweet infused with the tropical sweetness of mango.

• Mango Jalbhara – A syrup-filled delight with a burst of mango flavor in every bite.

• Mango Rasmalai – Soft, spongy paneer discs soaked in creamy, mango-flavored milk, offering a perfect fusion of textures.

• Mango Seekarane – A traditional Karnataka-style dessert made with ripe mango pulp, lightly sweetened and spiced.

• Mango Malai Roll – A rich and creamy mango-filled roll that melts in your mouth.

• Mango Shrikhand – A creamy, velvety yogurt dessert infused with fresh mango pulp and cardamom.

• Mango Angoori Rabdi – Mini rasgullas soaked in luscious, saffron-laced mango rabdi.

• Mango Lassi – A refreshing, yogurt-based drink blended with ripe mangoes for a perfect summer cooler.

• Poori Seekarane – Fluffy pooris served with sweet mango pulp – a classic, nostalgic treat.

Available at all India Sweet House outlets for a limited time.

Celebrate the season with India Sweet House’s Mango Specials – where every bite is a tribute to summer’s sweetest treasure!