As summer intensifies, India's culinary scene is buzzing with food festivals, offering a range of flavors from grilled delights to regional specialties. These festivals provide unique dining experiences, showcasing street food, artisanal bites, and global fusion dishes.

Delhi-NCR: Marieta Celebrates Cinco De Mayo

Marieta and Don Julio are hosting a Cinco De Mayo celebration with music, cocktails, and activities. Attendees can enjoy signature Don Julio cocktails, live percussion, and a DJ set, along with hat-making and photo opportunities. The event takes place on May 3, 2025, at DLF Two Horizon Center, Gurugram.

Arts Room and Slink & Bardot Collaboration

Arts Room and Mumbai's Slink & Bardot are teaming up for a culinary experience in New Delhi, featuring a menu of 20 dishes and six cocktails. The menu blends global techniques with Indian influences, offering dishes like Yellowtail Ceviche, Shroom on Pao, Avo Toast, and Sichuan Fried Chicken. Signature cocktails include Paanch, Gin Slink, and Devil's Share. The event runs from May 2-4 at Arts Room, Eldeco Centre.

Mumbai: The St. Regis Presents The Bihar Heritage Pop-Up

The St. Regis Mumbai is hosting a Bihari food pop-up at Seven Kitchens, featuring traditional Bihari dishes. The menu includes Sattu Ka Sharbat, Laal Saag Pakoda, Bhuaari Subzi, Chulha Murgi, Chicken Boti Kabab, Makhana Dal, Dhuska, Tehri, and Thekua. The dinner experience is on May 2-3, 2025, from 7:00 pm to 11:30 pm, with a Sunday brunch on May 4, 2025, from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm.

Uttrakhand: The Fern Brentwood Resort's 'Rangilo Rajasthan'

The Fern Brentwood Resort & Spa in Mussoorie is hosting 'Rangilo Rajasthan,' a food and culture festival from May 19 to June 1. The festival brings Rajasthani flavors and traditions to the hills, featuring Rajasthani-style hospitality, traditional music, and themed decor. The menu includes Dal Baati Churma, Laal Maas, Ker Sangri, and Gatte ki Sabzi, along with street-style dishes like Jodhpuri Mirchi Bada and Pyaaz Kachori. Desserts include Moong Dal Halwa, Malpua, and Ghevar.

All Over India: Mango Mania at 99 Pancakes

99 Pancakes is launching a Mango Mania Menu until June 30, 2025, at all outlets across India. The menu features Alphonso mango-based sweets and drinks, including Mango Cheesecake Pancake, Mango Cheesecake Waffle, Tropical Alphonso Shake, and Exotic Alphonso Cake.

Chef Evette Quoibia's Guinness World Record

Liberian-Australian chef Evette Quoibia achieved the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon (individual), cooking for 140 hours, 11 minutes, and 11 seconds. She shared West African cuisines, including Liberian-style jollof rice and cassava leaves, with the people of Melbourne. Her preparation included crowdsourcing ingredients like semolina flour and cassava.

Quoibia cooked for over five consecutive days, taking short breaks. She achieved the record on February 19, 2024, and celebrated with her community. Quoibia hopes her feat will inspire others to achieve their dreams.