Andalusia Menu at St. Regis for Dalí’s Cosmic Rhinoceros Unv

St. Regis Café Curates Andalusia-Inspired Menu for Salvador Dalí’s Cosmic Rhinoceros Unveiling at Phoenix Palladium

By Nishang Narayan

Published on November 28, 2024

Mumbai’s iconic Phoenix Palladium has unveiled Salvador Dalí’s renowned bronze sculpture, Cosmic Rhinoceros, cementing its position as a hub for luxury and culture. Launched by Gayatri Ruia and art connoisseur Shalini Passi, the masterpiece blends surrealism with cosmic themes, reflecting Dalí’s fascination with the interplay of art, mathematics, and the universe.

The Cosmic Rhinoceros represents strength and virility, wrapped in Dalí’s signature surrealistic symbolism. Its bold design captivates viewers, inviting them into a world where earthly forms intertwine with cosmic philosophies.

A Feast of Surreal Flavors

Enhancing this artistic celebration, Demenico Iannone of St. Regis Café curated an exclusive Andalusia-inspired menu, elevating the unveiling with a culinary tribute to Dalí’s avant-garde spirit. Each canapé mirrored the surrealist master’s penchant for dreamlike imagery and experimental forms.

Menu Highlights:

Surrealism – Dreamy Forest: A playful cracker topped with wild mushrooms, beetroot, and queso.
Illustration – Extravaganza: Saffron arancini paired with potato puree and heirloom tomato relish.
Abstract Expressionism – Night in the Hotel: Charcoal toast served with whipped feta, dehydrated olive, and a touch of silver.
Desserts:
- Installation – The Dream of Venus: A blueberry petit gâteau inspired by Dalí’s ethereal themes.
- Paranoiac Critical – The Metamorphosis of Narcissus: A decadent Belgian chocolate moelleux.
- Symbolism – The Red Orchestra: Fresh strawberry paired with crème pâtissière.

Each dish showcased the intersection of food and art, reimagining flavors and textures with Dalí’s signature eccentricity.

About Phoenix Palladium

Known as a premier destination for luxury and lifestyle, Phoenix Palladium continues to redefine experiences for its patrons. As part of The Phoenix Mills Limited (PML), the mall is committed to creating destinations that blend retail, art, and hospitality seamlessly.

With an operational retail portfolio of over 11 million sq. ft. across eight cities, PML’s legacy includes diverse projects in Grade A offices, residential spaces, and hospitality, including The St. Regis, Mumbai, and Courtyard by Marriot, Agra.

The unveiling of Cosmic Rhinoceros at Phoenix Palladium highlights its dedication to fusing art, culture, and luxury for an unparalleled shopping and lifestyle experience.

Amoeba Sports Bar Introduces Knock Out Kick, a Gin-Based Celebration Cocktail for Game Nights

By Hariharan U

Published on June 12, 2026

Amoeba Sports Bar has introduced its latest signature creation, Knock Out Kick, a gin-based cocktail crafted by Mixologist Arindam Das. Designed to reflect the thrill of competitive moments and the excitement of victory, the cocktail brings together playful flavour contrasts with a modern, easy-drinking style.

Knock Out Kick is built around a refreshing blend of gin, peach syrup, fresh jalapeño, citrus and tonic water. The drink opens with smooth fruity sweetness from peach, followed by bright citrus notes, before unfolding into a gentle jalapeño heat that lingers subtly on the palate. The addition of tonic water enhances its crispness, making it both lively and refreshing.

Crystal clear in appearance yet layered in character, the cocktail balances brightness, fruitiness and spice in a way that makes it suitable for relaxed evenings as well as celebratory occasions. It is positioned as a go-to drink for game nights, social gatherings and high-energy evenings at the bar.

Speaking about the creation, the concept behind Knock Out Kick focuses on capturing moments of excitement and celebration through flavour, offering guests a drink that feels both familiar and surprising in equal measure. The cocktail reflects Amoeba Sports Bar’s focus on creating engaging, experience-driven beverage offerings.

Sector 144 JP Nagar Launches “The King of Pours” Craft Beer Menu in Bengaluru

By Hariharan U

Published on June 12, 2026

Sector 144, JP Nagar has announced the launch of its new craft beer experience titled “The King of Pours,” a curated beer menu designed around music, nostalgia, and Bengaluru’s evolving beer culture. The programme was launched on 20th May 2026.

Conceptualised as an immersive experience, the menu reflects the spirit of JP Nagar and the city’s strong community-driven pub culture, blending storytelling with contemporary brewing styles and hyperlocal ingredients.

The new selection features five signature craft beers, each built around a distinct mood and flavour profile. The lineup includes Billie's Wit, a Belgian Witbier infused with mosambi peel; Beat It Hefe, a smooth Hefeweizen with banana and clove notes; Off The Wall Stout, brewed with Chikmagalur Arabica coffee; Dangerous IPA, a citrus-forward American IPA; and Mango Jam NEIPA, a hazy mango-infused New England IPA designed for shared experiences.

Alongside the launch, Sector 144 has also introduced Wednesday Gig Nights, featuring live music and curated entertainment aimed at enhancing its community-focused nightlife experience.

The venue describes “The King of Pours” as more than a beer menu, positioning it as a sensory and storytelling-driven experience built around connection, nostalgia, and local culture. The concept integrates neon-inspired visuals, familiar musical references, and immersive hospitality elements.

Speaking about the launch, founder Kushal Raj said, “With The King of Pours, we wanted to create more than a beer menu. Every brew has been designed around a feeling, a memory, and a moment people can connect with.”

He added that the experience is rooted in the culture of JP Nagar and Bengaluru, aiming to create a space that feels immersive, familiar, and community-driven.

The launch reflects Sector 144’s broader vision of building a contemporary craft beer destination centred on hospitality, entertainment, and shared social experiences.

World Gin Day 2026: Bengaluru’s Mixologists Unveil a Bold Line-Up of Signature Gin Cocktails

By Hariharan U

Published on June 11, 2026

As World Gin Day 2026 is celebrated across global cocktail communities, Bengaluru’s bar scene is marking the occasion with a creative showcase of gin-forward cocktails that highlight the spirit’s versatility. From botanical complexity and tropical freshness to playful heat and citrus-driven refreshment, the city’s mixologists are presenting drinks that reflect both craftsmanship and contemporary drinking trends.

Java Jolt – Maize and Malt, Whitefield

Created by mixologist Mahesh Bhatt, Java Jolt is an aperitif-style gin cocktail that bl ends botanical depth with Indian inspiration. Gin is paired with sweet vermouth and aromatic bitters, while Nannari bubbles add a distinctly earthy sweetness and refreshing effervescence.

The cocktail delivers layered herbal notes balanced with subtle spice and floral undertones, making it both nostalgic and modern in expression.

Ingredients: Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Aromatic Bitters, Nannari Bubbles
Palate: Herbal, Aromatic, Effervescent, Balanced, Refreshing

Festum – Gladia Brewery & Kitchen

Festum is a vibrant, botanical-forward creation crafted for World Gin Day, built on Gondraj lemon-infused gin. The cocktail layers floral hibiscus, ripe peach sweetness, and homemade ginger ale, resulting in a bright and refreshing highball.

Light, aromatic, and citrus-led, Festum captures the celebratory spirit of gin with an easy-drinking yet flavour-rich profile.

Ingredients: Gondraj lemon-infused gin, hibiscus, peach, homemade ginger ale
Style: Floral citrus highball
Palate: Bright citrus, floral, fruity, refreshing, lightly spiced

Lime Emerald – Oasis Brewery, Whitefield

Crafted by mixologist Abhijeet, Lime Emerald is a refined tropical gin cocktail built on clarified coconut water and fresh lime juice. Kaffir lime leaves add aromatic complexity, creating a clean yet layered drinking experience.

Served in a coupe glass, the cocktail is designed to be visually elegant while delivering crisp citrus freshness and subtle tropical depth.

Ingredients: Gin, clarified coconut water, sugar syrup, fresh lime juice, kaffir lime leaves
Glassware: Coupe glass
Palate: Crisp, Citrusy, Tropical, Aromatic, Refreshing

Knock Out Kick – Amoeba Sports Bar

Created by mixologist Arindam Das, Knock Out Kick is a high-energy gin cocktail inspired by game nights and celebratory moments. It balances peach syrup sweetness with fresh jalapeño heat, lifted by citrus and tonic water.

The drink starts fruity and smooth before building into a gentle spicy kick, making it a bold yet approachable celebratory serve.

Ingredients: Gin, peach syrup, fresh jalapeño, citrus, tonic water
Palate: Bright, Fruity, Crisp, Subtly Spiced, Refreshing

As gin continues to evolve as one of the most expressive spirits in modern mixology, Bengaluru’s bar landscape reflects a growing appetite for creativity, regional ingredients, and experiential drinking. Whether it is herbal complexity, tropical clarity, citrus brightness, or spicy indulgence, each cocktail offers a distinct interpretation of celebration—perfectly timed for World Gin Day 2026.

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St. Regis Café Curates Andalusia-Inspired Menu for Salvador Dalí’s Cosmic Rhinoceros Unveiling at Phoenix Palladium

A Feast of Surreal Flavors

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Amoeba Sports Bar Introduces Knock Out Kick, a Gin-Based Celebration Cocktail for Game Nights

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