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.

Loya at Taj Mahal Palace Unveils ‘Mittha’ Dessert Chapter

By Hariharan U

Published on February 21, 2026

Loya continues its culinary journey through North India with a special dessert chapter titled ‘Mittha’ at Taj Mahal Palace. Inspired by halwai traditions, old family recipes, and the warmth of festive gatherings, the new menu brings back familiar flavours in a refined and modern style.

At the heart of ‘Mittha’ is nostalgia. Each dessert tells a story of childhood memories and shared celebrations, while presenting the sweets in a way that fits today’s fine dining experience.

Among the highlights is Badana Pearls, a delicate mix of rabri and saffron foam, finished with pistachios and almonds. It balances richness with a light texture.

Doodh Jalebi brings together crisp jalebis with pista, chuara and warm kesar milk, offering both crunch and comfort in every bite.

Kulfi Pop features a four-flavour kulfi board with rose petal, saffron-cardamom, royal paan leaf and malai. It is designed as a playful yet elegant tasting experience.

Falooda layers almond kulfi with rose rabri, creating a fragrant and textured dessert.

Gud–Ke–Maan, inspired by the chef's grandmother's recipe, is a slow-cooked badam kheer that carries deep nostalgia.

Loya Khel adds a modern twist with chikoo mousse and biscuit cake paired with coconut grass, blending tradition with creativity.

The experience does not end with dessert. ‘Baad Mein’ offers a curated selection of digestifs and Himalayan teas, encouraging guests to slow down and enjoy the final moments of the meal.

With ‘Mittha’, Loya at Taj Mahal Palace turns dessert into more than just a final course. It becomes a celebration of memory, craft, and comfort, served with elegance.

Origins Unveils Holi Special Edition Range Rooted in Festive Flavours

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on February 21, 2026

Holi has never been about colours alone. From gujiyas passed between colour-stained hands to glasses of thandai shared mid-celebration, food has always played a central role in the festival. With the launch of its Holi Special Edition range, Origins brings these familiar traditions back into focus, celebrating flavours that feel festive, nostalgic, and deeply rooted in Indian homes.

Staying true to the brand’s commitment to clean and honest food, the limited-edition range features festive favourites such as Namak Pare Diamond, Namak Pare Sticks, Methi Mathri, Plain Mathri, Methi Mathri Sticks, Shakkarpara, Sugar-Coated Shakkarpara, Mawa Gujiya, Thandai Mix, and ready-to-drink Thandai. Each product is crafted without any artificial additives, preservatives, colours, or seasonings, reflecting Origins’ focus on ingredient integrity, consistency, and uncompromising quality.

“For us, Holi was always defined by the food as much as the colour. The gujiyas everyone reached for, and the thandai shared between celebrations. With the Origins Holi range, we wanted to bring back those familiar flavours and recreate the sense of nostalgia and togetherness that makes the festival so special,” says Avinit Bagri, Co-founder of The Filter Coffee.

Alongside the festive food range, Origins has also introduced Holi Gifting Hampers designed to make festive gifting simple yet thoughtful. Each hamper includes a curated mix of sweets, savouries, and pre-mix, paired with Holi colours by Pankhudiyan, all packed in gift-worthy packaging that feels festive and modern. The hampers are available at three price points, making them suitable for friends, family, or even a little self-indulgence.

While the Holi Special Edition is a seasonal offering, it reflects Origins’ larger vision of helping modern India rediscover everyday food, reimagined for a fast-moving, design-aware, and quality-conscious audience. This philosophy runs through every step of the process, from sourcing ingredients and refining recipes to designing packaging that feels intentional and contemporary. By prioritising quality over convenience and maintaining transparency in how products are made, Origins ensures every offering feels honest and thoughtfully crafted.

The Holi Special Edition range is available across all outlets of The Filter Coffee and on the First Club app.

BORN Restaurants Launches FU FU, a Bold Pan-Asian Flagship in Chennai

By Hariharan U

Published on February 19, 2026

BORN Restaurants has expanded its growing portfolio with the launch of FU FU, a bold new Pan-Asian restaurant in Alwarpet, Chennai. Marking the group’s seventh launch in the past year, FU FU positions itself as a fearless response to the way Asian cuisine has often been softened for mainstream palates.

Born out of the idea that Asian food is loud, layered, emotional, and unapologetic, FU FU embraces intensity rather than toning it down. Garlic doesn’t apologise, chillies don’t whisper, and broths are given time. From sushi and a cured-and-cut raw bar to okonomiyaki, robata grill, dim sum, bao, cheng fun, sizzling stone bowls, and stir-fries, the menu is expansive yet sharply curated.

The name itself carries cultural resonance. “Fu” (福) in Chinese symbolises happiness, good fortune, and prosperity, often displayed upside down during Lunar New Year to signify that fortune has arrived. FU FU embodies that irreverent joy while staying deeply rooted in Asian culinary traditions.

Manoj Padmanaban, Co-Founder of BORN Restaurants, explains the philosophy behind the beverage programme: “Across Asia, palate cleansers and small rituals have always been part of dining. At FU FU, we play with that idea boldly. ‘Mouthwash’ was created from a joke everyone knows, that you can’t kiss after an Asian meal. It’s a tall, sweet blue drink served over ice that resets the palate between flavour-packed dishes heavy on onion, ginger, and garlic. They say you can’t kiss after an Asian meal. Now, you can.”

Japtej Ahluwalia, Co-Founder of BORN Restaurants and Double Roti, adds, “FU FU draws strongly from the spirit of the tiger — intensity, confidence, and presence, balanced with joy. It’s powerful yet welcoming, designed for families and large gatherings to truly experience that vibrant energy together.”

The 94-seater space, including a 12-seater private dining room, unfolds dramatically. Guests enter through a deliberately minimal lift lobby before stepping into a moody open-plan dining room layered with mirrors, rust tones, and subtle red accents. A striking cat-inspired light installation above the bar shifts colour through the evening, transforming the energy of the space. The aesthetic blends the polish of a downtown Singapore cocktail bar with the high-energy chaos of a late night on Bangkok’s Soi 11.

Leading the kitchen is Chef Gopalsami Mani, whose culinary journey spans Tamil Nadu, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. His cooking balances global finesse with homegrown depth, delivering flavours that are bold, joyful, and unapologetically Asian.

FU FU joins BORN Restaurants’ award-winning portfolio that includes concepts such as Jolly Indian, Sortd, Double Dashi, and Cherry Pond. While each brand carries a distinct identity, FU FU stands out as the group’s flagship — a riot of flavour, design, and cultural attitude unlike anything Chennai has seen before.

Restaurant Details

Address: 3rd Floor, Born Restaurants LLP, CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet, Chennai – 600018
Timings: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM (Lunch) | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Dinner)
Reservations: +91 96000 37124

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