WHAT: Durga Puja Special Buffet
WHEN: 27th September (Panchami) Dinner to 2nd October (Dashami) Lunch
TIME- Lunch (12:00 PM to 4:00 PM) Dinner (7:00 PM to 11:30 PM)
WHERE: Kebab E Que, The Astor, Kolkata
ADDRESS: 15 Shakespeare Sarani, Kolkata – 700071
POCKET PINCH: INR 1699 inclusive of taxes per person
This Durga Puja, The Astor invites you to celebrate the city’s most loved festival with an indulgent festive buffet. The specially curated menu brings together the essence of Bengal, combining nostalgia, tradition, and indulgence.
Speaking about the celebrations, Mr. Amit Kobat, General Manager – The Astor, says: “Durga Puja is the soul of Kolkata, and at The Astor we have always believed in creating experiences that mirror the city’s festive spirit. This year’s menu is designed to revive memories of home-cooked feasts while presenting them with our signature touch, ensuring that every guest feels the warmth of celebration.”
The menu begins with refreshing coolers like Gondhoraj Doi-er Ghol and Kaffir Lime Pora Anarash ar Aada Diye Sorbot. Starters include Mutton Pudina Seekh Kebab, Murgh Kasuri Tikka, Loitta Macher Pituli, Bhhetki Macher Chop, Kolkata Cabin Style Chicken Cutlet, and vegetarian options such as Ambala Paneer Tikka, Soya Mochar Cutlet, and Kadaisutir Chop.
Adding to the festive spirit are sides like Bhaja-Bhuji, papads, achars, chutneys, and Thakumar Bharta — simple, soulful accompaniments that elevate every Puja meal.
The grand Maha Bhoj features timeless favourites such as Purano Dhakar Mangsho Bhuna, Goalando Steamer Chicken Curry, Green Prawns Malai Curry, Shorshe Kancha Lonka Bhetki, Pomfret Tel Bori Jhal, alongside vegetarian stars like Chena Dalna, Panch Mesali Tarkari, Hing Pora Aloor Dum, Kadaisutir Dhokar Tarkari, Cholar Dal with narkol, and Bhaja Moonger Sabji Daal. With Mishti Pulao, Steamed Rice, Radha Ballavi, Butter Naan, and Tinkona Porotha, it’s a feast made for celebration.
And of course, the mishti table is a showstopper with Baked Mihidana, Chenar Jelabi, Gondhoraj Sondesh, Laal Doi, Kesri Ras Malai, Risotto Rice Kheer with Nariyel, and ice cream with chocolate sauce — the perfect sweet ending to your Puja meal.
