Crowne Plaza Greater Noida welcomed the festive spirit with warmth, flavour, and togetherness at its much-loved Annual Cake Mixing Ceremony, held on October 31, 2025. Themed “Mix, Mingle & Celebrate the Season,” the event set the tone for the holidays, blending tradition and community joy in a delightful afternoon filled with laughter, music, and festive aromas.

The celebration saw bloggers, content creators, and corporate guests come together, donning aprons and gloves to take part in the age-old ritual of mixing dried fruits, nuts, and aromatic spices, the ingredients that will soon mature into the hotel’s signature Christmas cakes. The vibrant spread of ingredients, beautifully arranged, created a feast for the senses and a perfect backdrop for the season’s first celebration.

The highlight of the afternoon was a heartfelt Christmas carol performance by students of Father Agnel School, Greater Noida. Their cheerful medley filled the air with the warmth of the holidays, perfectly capturing the essence of joy and togetherness that defines the season.

Guests were also treated to an elegant spread of gourmet small plates curated by the hotel’s culinary team. The menu featured Fresh Burrata with Basil Oil and Sundried Tomato on Olive Sourdough, Peri-Peri Corn and Olive Puffs, Cheese and Edamame Dim Sum with Truffle Oil, Smoked Chicken Rolls with Spiced Tamarind Chutney, Tempura Prawns with Mustard Dressing, and decadent desserts like Winter Fruit Tartlets and Five Spice Dark Chocolate Slice.

Speaking on the occasion, Sharad K Upadhyay, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, said “The Cake Mixing Ceremony is a cherished tradition that marks the joyful beginning of our festive season. It’s a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together, share laughter, and create lasting memories. The enthusiasm of our guests and the energy of the young carolers made this year’s celebration truly special.”

Echoing the sentiment, Chef Arun Vats, Executive Chef, Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, added, “This ceremony is the soul of the season for us. Every ingredient we mix carries a wish for happiness, prosperity, and warmth for the year ahead. Our team takes great pride in preparing these festive cakes, which are a symbol of togetherness and a 17th-century-old tradition that began in England, where the community came together to prepare for the harsh winters.”

The freshly mixed fruits and nuts will now be soaked in spirits for the coming weeks, allowing the flavours to develop before being baked into rich Christmas and New Year cakes. Guests can look forward to savouring these festive creations throughout the holiday season at Crowne Plaza Greater Noida.