August in Delhi NCR: Where to Go, What to Eat & What Not to Miss

1. The Blue Bar, Taj Palace New Delhi Hosts Civil Liberties for a One-Night-Only Takeover

Step into an evening of bold flavours, inventive craftsmanship, and global cocktail artistry as The Blue Bar at Taj Palace, New Delhi, a destination known for its avant-garde mixology and electric energy plays host to Civil Liberties Bar, Toronto.

Ranked #3 on Canada’s 100 Best and #21 on North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025, Civil Liberties is led by Founder and Senior Executive Barback Nikolai Kennedy, and globally celebrated for its menu-free, guest-first philosophy and pioneering techniques like vacuum distillation. With its dive-bar soul and world-class flair, the bar brings a dynamic, interactive cocktail experience to the heart of Delhi for one night only.

Guests can look forward to a specially curated lineup of unlimited cocktails, unexpected ingredients, and immersive storytelling, crafted live at the bar. The takeover also marks the start of a countrywide tour across IHCL’s marquee bars in Bengaluru, Goa, Hyderabad, and Mumbai.

● Date: Tuesday, 19th August 2025

● Time: 8:00 PM onwards

● Venue: The Blue Bar, Taj Palace, 2 Sardar Patel Marg, Diplomatic Enclave, New Delhi – 110021

● Price: ₹2500 + taxes per person (inclusive of unlimited cocktails from the exclusive takeover menu)

2. Folded. Fired. Paired. - A Limited-Time Pizza & Calzone Showcase at Captain’s Cellar, Taj Mahal, New Delhi

This monsoon season, Captain’s Cellar at Taj Mahal, New Delhi invites guests to indulge in an elevated celebration of rustic comfort with Folded. Fired. Paired. - a curated showcase of artisanal pizzas and molten calzones paired with thoughtful wines.

Running from 18th August to 15th September 2025, the experience offers wood-fired creations reimagined with premium ingredients and refined techniques. From seafood-topped Bianco pizzas to oozing, folded calzones, each dish has been designed to strike a balance between rustic charm and contemporary flair. A recommended wine pairing accompanies every item, enhancing both flavour and experience.

Set in the city’s premier wine-forward destination, this showcase is ideal for slow evenings, shared plates, and long conversations, made even more memorable with pairing guidance by the in-house sommelier.

Dates: 18th August – 15th September 2025 Venue: Captain’s Cellar, Taj Mahal, New Delhi Highlight: Artisanal pizzas and calzones with curated wine pairings

3. House of Ming Unveils the Yunnan Travel Series - A Regional Chinese Culinary Experience at Taj Mahal, New Delhi

House of Ming, the Capital’s legendary destination for Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine, introduces the Yunnan Travel Series - a limited-time spotlight menu that brings the rich, herbaceous, and regional cuisine of China’s Yunnan Province to the heart of Delhi.

Available from 18th August to 18th September 2025, this seasonal showcase celebrates the culinary traditions of Yunnan’s diverse ethnic communities, reimagined with elegance and authenticity. The menu draws inspiration from the region’s misty mushroom forests and cool highland pastures, featuring rare ingredients such as wild mushrooms, pickled herbs, black sticky rice, and shimeji mushrooms.

Guests can enjoy signature dishes such as Crossing the Bridge Noodles, lamb dim sum inspired by Hui and Yi pastoral traditions, and forest-to-table mains that honour ancestral cooking techniques. From artisanal dumplings to soulful noodle bowls, the experience promises a narrative-driven culinary journey through Yunnan’s lesser-explored flavours.

Dates: 18th August – 18th September 2025 Venue: House of Ming, Taj Mahal, New Delhi Offering: À la carte menu featuring regional Yunnan cuisine

4. Tate The World and Sip Into Good Times - Sundays and Sunsets at Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka

Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka invites you to indulge your wanderlust and unwind your week with two thoughtfully curated experiences, each designed to delight, surprise, and elevate your time at the hotel.

TASTE THE WORLD, ONE BRUNCH AT A TIME - A Different Destination Every Sunday at Creo Every Sunday, Creo, the all-day dining restaurant at Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka transforms into a culinary layover where global flavours take centre stage. From the spice-laden kitchens of Thailand to the sun-soaked coastlines of the Mediterranean, each week offers a new country on your plate. With regional signatures, vibrant live stations, and immersive presentation, this evolving brunch is as flavourful as it is memorable.

● Venue: Creo, Vivanta New Delhi Dwarka

● Day: Every Sunday

● Timings: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM

BUCKET FULL OF GOOD TIMES - Laid-Back Evenings at Tipple For those seeking easygoing evenings, head to Tipple, the signature bar at Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka and enjoy a Brews Bucket crafted for good times and great company. Perfectly chilled and made to share, this offering pairs effortlessly with good conversation and even better vibes.

● Venue: Tipple, Vivanta New Delhi Dwarka

● Day: Ongoing

● Timings: 3:00 PM onwards

● Offer: Bucket of 4 Brews at INR 1199 + taxes

From travel-inspired brunches to relaxed sundowners, Vivanta Dwarka serves up hospitality that is vibrant, current, and rooted in experience.

5. Soulful soirée & Italian Escapes - Fridays at Taj City Centre Gurugram

Taj City Centre Gurugram sets the tone for elevated Friday evenings with two distinct experiences - one steeped in musical tradition, the other inspired by the flavours of Italy. Whether you're seeking soulful serenity or a culinary escape, the hotel offers refined ways to ease into the weekend.

Live Sufi Music at Tease Where poetry meets rhythm and ambience meets emotion, Sufi Musical Evenings at Tease offer a soul-stirring way to unwind. Every Friday, a live Sufi duo fills the space with evocative vocals and immersive melodies, creating an atmosphere that’s intimate, expressive, and effortlessly elegant. Paired with artisanal cocktails and the chic setting of Tease, it’s the perfect way to let the week slip away.

Notte Italiana - A Journey Through Modern Italy at Culina 44 Culina 44 brings the romance and richness of Italy to Gurugram with Notte Italiana - a curated dining experience that captures the essence of the country’s diverse culinary landscapes. From the sun-drenched coastlines of Sicily to the heartland of Tuscany, the à la carte menu celebrates regional authenticity through a contemporary lens. Expect refined flavours, rustic elegance, and an atmosphere that evokes a night in modern Italy.

● Venue: Sufi Nights at Tease & Notte Italiana at Culina 44 (Section 3), Taj City Centre Gurugram

● Day: Every Friday

● Timings: 8:00 PM onwards

6. A Soulful Celebration of India’s Monsoon Cravings at Paranda, Taj Surajkund Resort & Spa, Delhi-NCR

As the monsoon casts its nostalgic spell, Paranda at Taj Surajkund Resort & Spa, Delhi NCR, invites guests to savour the season’s most beloved flavours with Chaat Soirée, a curated celebration of India’s iconic street-style snacks, reimagined with the finesse of Taj’s culinary craft.

From 8th to 24th August, guests can savour a vibrant selection of chaats, including Karare Aloo Tikki, Ram Laddu, Tamatar Ki Chaat with Namakpare, Bhel Puri, and Cocktail Samosa Chaat. The spread also features regional favourites like Vada Pav, Dabeli, Podi Idli, and Onion Bhajiya, along with comforting classics such as Paneer Bread Pakoda and Chana Jor Garam.

Perfect for relaxed, rainy evenings, the experience is available as a prix fixe menu or à la carte.

Event Details:

● Venue: Paranda, Taj Surajkund Resort & Spa, Delhi NCR

● Dates: 8th – 24th August 2025

● Timings: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

● Price: ₹1299 + taxes: 5 chaats + choice of tea/coffee