IHCL Hotels Celebrate Monsoon with Grand Hilsa Festival Across Kolkata Properties
Kolkata : As monsoon clouds gather over Bengal, it’s also the time for the much-awaited culinary celebration of the season – Hilsa, or Ilish, takes centre stage across leading IHCL hotels in Kolkata. From July 14 to September 14, 2025, food connoisseurs can indulge in an extraordinary range of Hilsa delicacies across IHCL’s signature properties, including Taj Bengal, Taj City Centre New Town, Taj Taal Kutir, Vivanta Kolkata EM Bypass, and Raajkutir – IHCL SeleQtions.
Each hotel promises a unique dining experience, celebrating the cultural and gastronomic legacy of Bengal’s favourite monsoon fish with thoughtfully curated menus by expert chefs.
Taj Bengal, Kolkata – Sonargaon: “Hilsa Festival”
Dates: July 14 to September 14, 2025
Timings: Lunch (12:30 PM – 3:00 PM), Dinner (7:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Menu Highlights:
Enjoy timeless Ilish classics like Ilish Paturi, Bhapa Ilish, Sorshe Bata Ilish, Ilish Bhaja, Ilish Pulao, and the signature Ilish Thali.
Rate: Starting at ₹1690 + taxes per person
Reservation: +91-33-6612 3310
Taj City Centre New Town – Shamiana: “Epar Bangla, Opar Bangla”
Dates: July 14 to September 14, 2025
Timings: Lunch (12:30 PM – 3:00 PM), Dinner (7:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Menu Highlights:
A tribute to both sides of Bengal with Ilish Macher Dim Bhaja, Bhuna Khichuri, Tomato Chutney, Smoked Ilish, Lau Pata Aam Ilish, and the lavish Ilisher Maha Bhoj Thali.
Rate: Starting at ₹1250 + taxes per person
Reservation: +91-62922 88563
Taj Taal Kutir, Kolkata – The Verandah: “Hilsa Festival”
Dates: July 14 to September 14, 2025
Timings: Lunch (12:30 PM – 3:00 PM), Dinner (7:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Menu Highlights:
Dine with a monsoon view and savour Smoked Hilsa, Illish Paturi, Bhapa Ilish, Illish Bhaja, Illish Pulao in an elegant colonial ambience.
Rate: ₹3000 + taxes for two
Reservation: +91-91473 83242
Vivanta Kolkata EM Bypass – MYNT: “Borshai Elieeesher Moja 2025”
Dates: July 14 to September 14, 2025
Timings: Lunch (12:30 PM – 3:00 PM), Dinner (7:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Menu Highlights:
A mix of tradition and innovation with Ilish Shorba, Dimer Bora, Posto Ilish, Dhumrogandhi Ilish, Tawa Ilish, and a regal Ilish Thali.
Rate: Starting at ₹450 + taxes per person
Reservation: +91-33-62922 74003
Raajkutir, Kolkata – East India Room: “Hilsa Festival”
Dates: July 14 to September 14, 2025
Timings: Lunch (12:30 PM – 3:00 PM), Dinner (7:00 PM – 10:30 PM)
Menu Highlights:
A majestic culinary journey with a Rajbari-style Ilish Thali featuring Ilish Lal Bharta, Cholar Dal, Aloo Dum, Luchi, and favourites like Muchmucha Bhaja Ilish, Kalo Jeera Begun Ilish Jhol, Bhaapa Ilish, and Barishaler Ilish.
Rate: Starting at ₹1099 + taxes per person
Reservation: +91-62894 61972
This season, don’t miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich flavours of Ilish, reimagined and lovingly prepared by IHCL’s expert chefs. Whether you prefer the classic mustard-laced Ilish or want to explore modern interpretations, these curated menus across IHCL’s iconic Kolkata hotels are a monsoon indulgence not to be missed.
