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Published on September 17, 2023
Oktoberfest is a world-famous beer festival and traveling carnival held annually in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. It is the world's largest Volksfest (folk festival), running from mid- or late-September to around the first Sunday in October, with more than six million international and national visitors attending the event.
Oktoberfest originated on October 12, 1810, in celebration of the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria (who later became King Ludwig I) to Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen. The festival concluded five days later with a horse race held in an open area that came to be called Theresienwiese. The following year the race was combined with a state agricultural fair, and in 1818 booths serving food and drink were introduced.
Today, Oktoberfest has evolved into a massive and internationally recognized event. Oktoberfest is a two-week celebration of Bavarian culture, featuring beer, food, music, and dancing. There are 14 large beer tents, each run by a different Bavarian brewery, as well as numerous smaller tents and booths serving food and drinks.
Key features of Oktoberfest include:
Beer Tents: The festival is famous for its large beer tents, each run by different Munich breweries. These tents serve a variety of traditional German beers, with the most popular being Märzenbier, a strong, amber lager. Märzenbier is the traditional beer served at Oktoberfest. It is a strong lager that is brewed specifically for the festival.
Traditional Food: Alongside beer, Oktoberfest offers a wide range of traditional Bavarian foods such as sausages, pretzels, roast chicken, pork knuckles, and sauerkraut. Bratwurst, pretzels, and sauerkraut are some of the most popular food items at Oktoberfest. Other popular dishes include roasted chicken, pork knuckles, and dumplings.
Live Music: The beer tents feature live music, including traditional German bands and modern music acts. It's common for attendees to dance on the benches and tables to the music.
Carnival Rides and Games: In addition to food and beer, Oktoberfest grounds include an amusement park with various rides and games, making it a family-friendly event.
Traditional Clothing: Many visitors and even some of the locals dress in traditional Bavarian attire, such as lederhosen (leather shorts) for men and dirndls (traditional dresses) for women.
Parades: There are often parades, including the grand opening procession and traditional costume parades.
Cultural Events: Oktoberfest showcases Bavarian culture with events like dance performances, craft exhibitions, and more.
Massive Crowds: Millions of people from around the world attend Oktoberfest each year, making it a truly international celebration.
It's important to note that while the Oktoberfest in Munich is the most famous and largest, similar Oktoberfest celebrations are held in many cities worldwide, often with a focus on German beer, food, and cultural traditions.
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By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on August 17, 2026
Bengaluru's skyline is getting a new Sunday dining experience as Horizon, the Pan-Asian rooftop destination at the Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway, introduces its new Skyline Brunch. Starting 16 August 2026, the brunch will take place every Sunday on the hotel's 31st floor, bringing together Pan-Asian flavours, live cooking, music and views of the city.
The culinary team at Horizon has curated a menu featuring a selection of Pan-Asian favourites and chef-led preparations. Adding to the experience, live cooking stations will allow guests to watch dishes being prepared fresh, bringing an interactive element to the brunch. Guests will also receive a welcome pour of premium spirits, while live music sets the mood through the afternoon.
The rooftop setting remains one of the highlights of the experience. With its open-air location and panoramic views of Bengaluru, Horizon offers a relaxed backdrop for guests to enjoy a long Sunday lunch with good food, music and the city spread out below.
The new Skyline Brunch brings together food, drinks, live entertainment and the setting of one of Bengaluru's rooftop dining destinations, creating an easy-going Sunday experience for guests looking to unwind.
The experience includes:
Welcome pour of premium spirits
Chef-curated Pan-Asian menu
Live cooking stations
Live music
Panoramic Bengaluru city views.
By Hariharan U
McDonald’s India – North & East has introduced the Fans Fries Meal, a limited-time offering created for customers who believe fries deserve more than a supporting role.
Available until August 16, 2026, the Fans Fries Meal features an XXL fries pack along with two Regular Coke Zero beverages, priced at ₹149 exclusively on the McDonald’s App.
The limited-time offering gives fries enthusiasts the option to turn the popular side into a standalone meal, with an oversized portion designed specifically around the brand's fries.
The Fans Fries Meal is available for a limited five-day period at participating McDonald’s restaurants across North and East India.
Customers can access the offer through multiple ordering channels, including dine-in, self-ordering kiosks, takeaway, drive-thru and delivery platforms, in addition to the McDonald’s App.
The launch comes with a playful campaign aimed at customers who consider fries an essential part of every meal, positioning the Fans Fries Meal as a dedicated offering for the brand's fries-focused audience.
With the offer available only until August 16, customers have a short window to opt for the XXL fries experience before the limited-time promotion ends.
Offer: Fans Fries MealIncludes: XXL Fries + 2 Regular Coke Zero beveragesPrice: ₹149Availability: Until August 16, 2026Region: McDonald’s India – North & EastOrdering: McDonald’s App, dine-in, SOK, takeaway, drive-thru and delivery platforms
This Onam, The Filter Coffee is inviting guests to enjoy the traditional flavours of Kerala with a two-day Onam Sadhya on 26th and 27th August 2026 across its Bengaluru outlets.
Served on a traditional banana leaf, the festive feast will feature 32 authentic vegetarian dishes, with a different menu prepared for each day. The spread brings together familiar Kerala favourites and festive delicacies, offering guests a taste of the state's rich culinary traditions.
On the first day, the Sadhya will feature favourites including Sakkara Varatti, Nendram Upperi, Kalan, Olan, Aviyal, Pulissery, Kerala Matta Rice, Appam with Vegetable Stew, Kerala Parotta with Veg Nadan Curry, and Ada Pradhaman, along with several other traditional preparations.
The second day's menu will bring a refreshed selection to the banana leaf. Guests can enjoy Paruppu Vadai, Pazhampori (SFG), Pineapple Pachadi, Cucumber Pachadi, Kerala Parotta with Veg Nadan Curry, Lemon Rice, Cabbage Thoran, Sena Erissery, Vazhakkai Varuval, Mix Veg Sambar, Tomato Rasam, Thenga Manga Chammanthi, Narangai Pickle, and Ada Pradhaman, alongside other timeless festive favourites.
The two-day celebration is designed around the traditional spirit of Onam, where food, family and togetherness come together around an elaborate Sadhya.
The Onam Sadhya at The Filter Coffee is planned as a warm and nostalgic celebration of Kerala's culinary heritage. Served on a banana leaf and meant to be enjoyed with family and friends, the festive feast brings the traditional flavours of Onam to Bengaluru over two days.
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