As Loya Mumbai marks a year of culinary storytelling, the restaurant continues its journey of exploring lesser-known dishes from the northern heartlands of India through its anniversary menu.

At the centre of this celebration is Akotri, a traditional Himachali breakfast dish reinterpreted as a dessert, reflecting Loya’s signature approach of blending heritage with contemporary presentation.

Originally a humble buckwheat pancake from Himachal Pradesh, Akotri is reimagined at Loya using ingredients such as buckwheat, coconut milk, jaggery, rabdi, and saffron. The result is a dessert that balances earthy depth with soft sweetness, offering a comforting yet refined finish to the dining experience.

The dish remains rooted in simplicity while introducing layered textures and subtle richness, paying tribute to the culinary traditions passed down through generations in the Himalayan region.

As part of its anniversary menu, Loya continues to spotlight regional Indian flavours that are often underrepresented, presenting them through a modern fine-dining perspective while preserving their cultural identity.

The Akotri dessert reflects the restaurant’s larger philosophy, bringing forgotten or lesser-known recipes into contemporary relevance without losing their essence. At Loya, each dish is designed not just as a preparation, but as a narrative rooted in place, memory, and tradition.

Ironhill India has rolled out a refreshed menu that brings together comfort food, bold flavours, and creative culinary touches. Designed to pair seamlessly with Ironhill’s craft beers and signature cocktails, the new menu combines global inspirations with familiar local favourites, creating a dining experience that feels exciting yet comforting.

The updated spread features a range of dishes perfect for sharing and enjoying over conversations. Seafood lovers can look forward to the crispy and flavour-packed Prawn Koliwada, while the Venezuelan Avocado Chicken Salad adds a fresh and creamy balance to the menu. Comfort food also gets its moment with the hearty Keema Pav, while the Mezze Board creates a laid-back experience ideal for social dining.

One of the highlights of the new additions is the Mutton Donne Biryani, a dish rich in aroma and deeply rooted in local flavours. Bringing together tradition and soul, it stands out as one of the menu’s most memorable offerings. Ending the experience on a sweet note is the Jaggery Brûlée with Red Velvet, adding a rich and indulgent finish.

Created with thoughtful flavours and versatility in mind, the menu has been designed for every occasion, whether it is a quick catch-up, a relaxed meal with friends, or long conversations that stretch into the evening.

• What: New menu at Ironhill.
• Where: Ironhill Marathahalli, Sy no 90, 7 & 90/8, Marathahalli - Sarjapur Outer Ring Rd, beside Radisson Blu, Marathahalli, Bengaluru.
• Ironhill South Forum, 4th floor, Cross Metro Station, Forum South, Anjanadri Layout, Konanakunte, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560062.

Bengaluru’s dining scene gets a midweek boost with the launch of Thursday Rituals at Yazu, a new weekly dining IP designed to turn Thursdays into a high-energy Pan Asian culinary and cocktail experience.

Positioned as more than just a dining offer, Thursday Rituals brings together Yazu’s signature flavour-led approach with a curated set menu and handcrafted cocktails, aimed at guests looking to unwind before the weekend rush.

The food experience spans across Yazu’s Pan Asian favourites including sushi, dim sums, small plates, large plates, rice, noodles, and desserts. The menu features dishes such as Truffle Edamame Dumpling, Cream Cheese and Truffle Dumpling, Yazu Signature Chicken, Fish in Dark Sichuan Sauce, Butter Garlic Sichuan Prawns, Burnt Garlic Fried Rice, Spicy Korean Ramyun Noodles, Prawn Tempura Roll, and Classic Prawn Hargao.

The experience concludes with desserts like Salted Caramel Tart and Blueberry Cheesecake, designed to balance indulgence with familiarity.

Complementing the food is Yazu’s cocktail programme inspired by Asian flavour profiles. With its blend of curated dining, cocktails, and social energy, Thursday Rituals is positioned as a midweek escape for after-work gatherings, casual celebrations, and spontaneous dining plans.

The concept reflects Yazu’s continued focus on evolving experiential dining formats that extend beyond weekends and position midweek as a lifestyle moment in itself.