Celebrate the Flavours of the Thingyan Festival at Burma Burma

All India, April-May, 2024: Burma Burma, India’s only Burmese specialty restaurant and tearoom, welcomes you to a  celebration of Thingyan – the Burmese New Year and harvest festival. Enjoy a sumptuous meal of Burmese home-style,  festive dishes and refreshing beverages from our limited edition, Thingyan Festival menu on offer from April 11 – May 19,  2024 for dine-in only, at our restaurants in Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad. Thingyan  – also known as the Water Festival, is characterised by the playful act of water splashing, symbolizing purification and  washing away of the old to make way for the new. The festivities extend beyond Burma’s borders, aligning with New Year  and harvest celebrations across Asia. During this auspicious time, the native Burmese Padauk flower, an integral part of the  celebrations, blooms and its vibrant hues mirror the exuberance of the Thingyan Festival. This spring, Burma Burma brings  this exuberance alive with a specially-curated festive menu that captures the very soul of the joyous celebration and the  culinary diversity of Yangon. Community eating has always been at the heart of Burmese as with other Asian cultures and  no festival is complete without feasting with your loved ones. The special, dine-in menu comprises an array of small plates  bursting with authentic Burmese spices, and a selection of sweet indulgences that leave you craving for more. Every bite of  our festive feast is a symphony of taste and tradition. The centrepiece of the Thingyan Festival celebration at Burma Burma  is the ‘Village Set,’ a culinary symphony for two, that brings people together over a selection of delectable, traditional  Burmese dishes arranged beautifully on a flat, cane basket, fostering a sense of community and bonding. The dishes include  the zesty Sweet Lime and Shallot Salad, Assorted Fries Platter, the Peppery Tofu & Onion Stir fry to be enjoyed with flaky  Palata, the traditional Pumpkin & Broad Bean Curry to be savoured with hearty Coconut Rice and Roselle & Mushroom Stir  Fry along with an array of delightful relishes. Also available to order as individual small plates – these dishes are sure to add  a festive flavour to your favourites from our ala carte menu. Adding to the festive spirit is a selection of specially crafted,  refreshing beverages including Twilight, Plum Sour, El Dragon and Musk. And like every festival – Thingyan too has its sweet  indulgences including Banana Sanwin Makin, the refreshing Lemon Poppy seed Ice cream and Mont Lone Yay Paw – the  traditional Thingyan sweet of glutinous rice flour dumplings filled with palm jaggery and topped with shredded coconut! So  welcome the New Year and indulge in our festive menu with friends and family at Burma Burma in Mumbai (Fort &  Goregaon), Delhi NCR (DLF Mall of India – Noida, Cyber Hub-Gurugram and Select City Walk-Delhi), Bengaluru (Indiranagar,  Forum Rex Walk-Brigade Road and Mall of Asia- Hebbal) Kolkata (Park Street), Hyderabad (Knowledge City) and Ahmedabad  ( Palladium Mall).  

Burma Burma, an ode to the people and culture of Burma, is an introduction to its cuisine in a modern and eclectic way,  amalgamating traditional flavours with contemporary interpretations. Each year, the culinary team delves a little deeper  into Burma’s history and culture to bring its most cherished native food to your table. This Thingyan Festival menu is packed  with fresh ingredients and the vibrant flavours of home-style Burmese cooking. It’s inspired by the team’s travel to Burma  and their experience of dining together with local communities at a Thingyan celebration in Yangon. The city of Yangon, in  Lower Burma, located at the convergence of the Yangon and Bago rivers, is a melting pot of different ethnicities. Its culinary  landscape too is equally diverse with offerings from various regional and tribal communities, with deep influences from its  colonial and migrant cuisine. In the Thingyan Festival menu, our chefs have tried to capture this very essence of Burmese  cuisine, selecting dishes that showcase its incredible culinary diversity. At the heart of this year’s celebrations is the ‘Village  Set’ – a sharing meal for two, comprising a perfect assortment of small plates from the Thingyan Festival menu, served on a  large, flat cane basket. The Village Set menu covers different elements of a typical Burmese meal, starting with a salad and  ending with a sweet. Each of the dishes showcases either an ingredient or a cooking style of Burmese cuisine, with each  complementing the other for a complete experience. As you savour each dish, you’ll immerse yourself in lively conversation,  sharing stories and laughter with those closest to you. It’s more than just a meal – it’s an experience that nourishes the body,  mind, and soul.  

“The Thingyan Festival is a time for celebrations and renewal, and  what better way to usher it in than with a celebratory menu that transports you to Yangon in the heart of Burma. Our  specially curated menu and vibrant atmosphere aim to capture the essence of this joyous occasion, fostering a sense of  community and sharing. Let’s welcome the new year together, with open hearts and delicious food!”  

Ankit Gupta, Co-Founder, Burma Burma,

Begin your feast with the zesty Sweet Lime & Shallot Salad, a delicious combination of sweet lime, garlic oil, roasted gram  flour, lime, shallot, crushed green chillies and peanuts. Inspired by a freshly tossed lime salad eaten by the Burma Burma  team at a cafeteria in Bogyoke Aung San Market or Scott Market in Yangon where locals flock for lunch on a working day.  This is the perfect appetizer to awaken your taste buds. Continue with the Assorted Fries Platter, featuring mock-mince  samusa, sweet potato tempura, and rice crackers – a crunchy trio that pays homage to the Burmese love for fritters and  snacky bites. The Peppery Tofu & Onion Stir Fry – takes you on a journey of slow-cooked caramelized onions with lemon 

leaves, soy, and crushed pepper, finished with seared tofu chunks. A savoury delight showcasing the mastery of the Bamar  cooking style. Experience the comfort of the Shallow-Fried Palata, a soft, flaky, and layered delight.  

Coconut Rice also traditionally known as Ohn Hatmin, a ceremonial dish served on special occasions, made with fragrant  short- rice cooked with raisins and onions in fresh coconut milk. The rice pairs perfectly with the light and flavourful  Pumpkin & Broad Bean Curry, – a version of Sebiyan from the Shan state, where yellow Pumpkin and broad bean grow  widely. This curry is cooked with shallots, coconut, and chilli, celebrating popular Burmese vegetables and legumes. Explore 

the bold flavours of the Roselle & Mushroom Stir Fry, a dish from the Chin tribe, where sour roselle leaves and mushrooms  are stir-fried with garlic, bird’s eye chilli, and turmeric – a true testament to the Burmese love for sour notes. Finally, indulge  your sweet tooth with the traditional Banana Sanwin Makin, a traditional Burmese semolina cake served at special feasts,  with banana and strawberry, baked in coconut cream, and topped with poppy seeds, offering a perfect conclusion to your  meal. Complete your culinary journey with the refreshing Lemon Poppy Seed Ice Cream, a citrusy delight with black poppy  seeds, whipped cream, and mint. As a special treat, enjoy our complimentary Mont Lone Yay Paw, a traditional Thingyan  sweet made with glutinous rice flour dumplings filled with palm jaggery and topped with shredded coconut – a festive  delight shared among communities in Burma.  

Pair your meal with specially crafted beverages: Twilight, a tropical blend of house-made mango puree, coconut, Yakult,  shredded coconut, and fizz, Plum Sour, a delightful drink with tangy plum puree, lime, ginger ale, and black grass jelly,  El Dragon, a light concoction made with exotic dragon fruit, coconut water, litchi water and elderflower syrup, and nata de  coco and Musk, a refreshing mix of muskmelon with honey and lavender white tea cold brew, adorned with poppy seeds.  As the festivities unfold, indulge in a culinary journey that mirrors the richness of Burmese traditions and the  interconnectedness of Asian cultures. Join Burma Burma in celebrating Thingyan with open hearts, good company, and a  feast that reflects the joy of the Lunar New Year. 

About Burma Burma 

Founded in 2014 by childhood friends, Chirag Chhajer and Ankit Gupta, Burma Burma (Hunger Pangs Pvt. Ltd.) currently  owns ten restaurants across Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad & Hyderabad. The concept hails from  Gupta’s Burmese roots. His mother and her family who were brought up in Myanmar had a great influence, expanding his  food platter with heady flavours of Burmese cuisine. The brand is an amalgamation of the two biggest forces in Ankit’s life,  his father’s lineage of restaurateurs and the treasured family recipes from his mother’s heritage. Armed with the concept  and design, he approached his friend Chirag Chhajer, a food enthusiast, and an avid traveller to bring Burmese food to Indian tables. But Burma Burma is more than a restaurant. It is a wholesome and innovative dining experience and a holistic  experience of Burma in terms of food, culture, and happiness. 

QUICK FACTS  

Average meal for two: Rs. 1850 ++ / Thingyan Menu: Small Plates ₹ 250-300/ Village Set (for 2 persons) ₹ 1,850 ++ 

Dine-in: Weekdays: 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm & 6:30 pm- 10:30 pm/Weekends: 12:00PM – 3:30PM & 6:30 pm- 10:30 pm 

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