Holi is a festival of vibrant colours, laughter, and endless celebrations. But amidst all the fun, it’s easy to forget about balanced meals. A heavy feast can slow you down, while skipping meals altogether isn’t ideal. That’s where a well-curated high tea comes in, offering light yet flavourful bites that keep you energised without weighing you down. With a mix of savoury snacks, festive sweets, and refreshing beverages, high tea is the perfect way to recharge between Holi celebrations. These high tea menus across New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad are ideal for a feast.
The High Tea at Recess, Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks, offers a festive menu inspired by the spirit of Spring. The selection includes traditional and contemporary appetisers, a variety of cocktails and mocktails featuring Indian flavours, and classic delicacies such as Dahi Wada, Jodhpuri Mirchi Bhaji, and Kalmi Wada. The experience is completed with sweet treats like Vrindavan ki Gujiya and Mathura ke Pede, celebrating the essence of the season.
Venue: Recess, Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks
Date: March 13 to 19, 2025
Timings: 9 am to 8:30 pm
Price: INR 375 onwards
For more details, call: +91-8050353003 | +91- 80503 13003 | +91- 7353759148
Four Seasons Bengaluru offers an elegant afternoon Charlie High-tea experience featuring both vegetarian and non-vegetarian selections. Savouries include delicate sandwiches, puffs, and tartines, while the biscuit ranges from mascarpone-filled cannoncini to rose petal and pistachio scones with accompaniments. The scones come in different flavours, hinting at the baking prowess of the in-house pastry chefs. Desserts range from lychee panna cotta to candied rose petal cheesecake and chamomile-infused apple delights. Guests can pair their treats with a choice of fine tea or coffee. The menu requires advance booking, and all prices are exclusive of taxes.
Price: INR 1,450 per person
Venue: The Lobby Lounge & Terrace, Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru
Time: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm; available every day
The Hi Tea menu at Opus, Four Seasons Mumbai, offers a refined selection of savouries and desserts. Delicate canapés, crostini, empanadas, and quiches feature a mix of vegetarian, seafood, and meat options, including smoked salmon blinis, BBQ lamb empanadas, and grilled prawn sandwiches. The dessert spread includes cranberry granola bars, lemon poppy seed tea cake, mascarpone chocolate cake, blueberry lemon scones, and fruit gateaux. A balance of rich and refreshing flavours, the menu caters to varied palates with an elegant tea-time indulgence.
Additionally, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai presents A Symphony of the Seas, a luxurious seafood brunch at Opus every Sunday in March from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Set in an elegant Art Deco-inspired space with live jazz and pop music, the brunch showcases a global seafood feast paired with free-flowing wines, spirits, and champagne.
Highlights include fresh dim sum, meen moilee, roasted Chilean seabass, tisrya masala, and Thai crab fried rice, followed by decadent desserts like passion fruit crème brûlée, angoori rasmalai, and s’mores cheesecake. A refined yet warm dining experience, it’s a true indulgence for seafood lovers.
Price: INR 5,500 per person
Venue: Opus, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai
Date:
High tea: everyday
Seafood brunch: March 9, 16, and 23, 2025
Brunch Time: 12:30 to 4:00 pm
For reservations, call +91 (22) 6982 8000
In case you prefer a more elaborate menu, check out some of these exclusive brunches and dinners on offer by India's best hotels.
JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity presents “Rang Barse: A Holi Brunch Celebration” on March 14, 2025, at K3, New Delhi’s Food Theatre. This vibrant feast blends tradition with innovation, featuring Holi pani puri shots, Nutella-filled baked gujiya, paneer tikka sliders with saffron mayo, and methi thepla tacos with spiced jackfruit. Sweet indulgences include rangoli jalebi and rabdi cups, and gulkand cheesecake shots. The festive ambiance comes alive with floral décor, traditional music, interactive food stations, and a dedicated Thandai bar. A celebration of colours, flavours, and joyful memories awaits!
Date: March 14, 2025
Price:
Dinner: INR 3,999 per person
Brunch: INR 4,299 (non-alcoholic); INR 5,599 (alcoholic); INR 2,199 (kids)
Venue: K3, New Delhi's Food Theatre, JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity
For reservations, call 9289580051
Celebrate Holi in style at Bang, where vibrant petals replace colours, Bollywood beats fill the air, and rooftop revelry sets the stage for an unforgettable evening. As the sun sets, the venue transforms into a floral fiesta, with thandai-inspired cocktails crafted by expert mixologists blending festive flavours with premium spirits. DJ Rhea, joined by DJ Silvr, will keep the energy high with a pulsating Bollywood soundtrack. Set against stunning city views, this eco-friendly, high-energy celebration merges tradition with contemporary luxury for a truly mesmerising Holi experience.
Date: March 13, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Price: INR 1,500 entry fees, INR 3,500 cover charge (100 per cent redeemable)
Venue: Bang, The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore
For reservations, call +91 9035416155 or +91 9741035124
Celebrate Holi amid luxury at JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru's Grand Holi Celebration, where tradition will meet indulgence. Dance under the open sky to electrifying beats from top DJs, including DJ Jasmeet, DJ Vipul Khurana, DJ Shane Pereira, and DJ Daksh, alongside live music and high-energy performances. Indulge in festive delicacies like jalebis, shahi tukda, and gujiyas, complemented by handcrafted thandai from a dedicated bar. Experience the magic of Phool Ki Holi, where fragrant flower petals replace colours, creating a vibrant yet elegant celebration. With music, flavours, and festivity, every moment is pure Holi magic!
Date: March 15 2025
Timings: noon onwards
Venue: JW Lawns, JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru
Price: Starts from INR 759 ++ Taxes
For reservations, call +91 88844 94037
Celebrate Holi in grandeur at Raj Pavilion, ITC Windsor, where festive flavours and refined hospitality come together. Sip on classic thandai and fruit-infused sherbets at the Thandai & Sherbet Bar, then indulge in a lavish spread of kaju gujiyas, rabdi malpuas, chaats, kebabs, and festive curries. Live cooking stations, interactive beverage counters, and vibrant décor elevate the experience, capturing the essence of the festival. Immerse yourself in this exquisite celebration of tradition and taste, where heritage meets indulgence in a setting of timeless elegance.
Date: March 16, 2025
Time: 12.30 pm to 4:00 pm
Venue: Raj Pavilion, ITC Windsor
For reservations, call: 080 - 22269898
Celebrate Holi with a special curated thali at Tuskers, Sofitel Mumbai BKC, crafted by Maharaj Pratap Giri. This festive feast showcases India’s rich culinary heritage, featuring aromatic curries, wholesome dals, crispy snacks, and decadent desserts. Highlights include subz badami shorba, rajwadi paneer, Rajasthani kadhi, pav bhaji dhokla, dahi gujiya, and chatpate paneer kurkure. The indulgence continues with shahi rose & dry fruit halwa, puran poli, and angoori rasmalai, bringing festive nostalgia to every bite.
Date: March 14, 2025
Price: INR 2,950++ per person
For reservations, call +91 9167391130
This Holi, celebrate 'a colourful feast' at Peshwa Pavilion, ITC Maratha, where tradition meets indulgence in a carefully curated spread of festive delicacies. Embracing the spirit of Holi, the menu showcases authentic Indian flavours—from gujiya, rasmalai, and gulab jamun to dahi bhalla, chaat, and the signature kaju matar makhana subzi. A symphony of sweet and savoury delights, each dish is crafted to evoke the nostalgic essence of this vibrant festival.
Venue: Peshwa Pavilion, ITC Maratha, Sahar, Andheri East, Mumbai
Date and Time:
Dinner buffet: March 14 to 15, 2025 (07:00 pm to 11:30 pm)
Sunday brunch: March 16, 2025 (12:30 pm to 3:30 pm)
For reservations, call 022 40341800
ITC Grand Central is offering special discounts for Holi. Calling it the 'Holi-Licious Feast', this special brunch promises an unforgettable experience, blending colours, culture, and irresistible flavours with delectable dishes, festive sweets, and refreshing beverages.
Date: March 14, 2025
Time: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Price: INR 2,750 + taxes per person
Special Offer: Avail 20 per cent savings with code Pavilion20
For reservations, call 022 - 6704 5121 / 022 67045122
