Taj Coromandel ushered the festive season with the annual traditional cake mixing ceremony that witnessed guests and associates, joyously participating in the cake mixing ceremony. The hotel wore a festive look as eager participants, donning their Santa caps and aprons, came together to usher in the festive cheer. Approximately 1000 kgs of dry fruits and nuts, including candied cherries, black currents, raisins, black raisins, dates, figs, cashew nut, tutti fruity, orange peel, lemon peel and candied ginger were combined with spices like cinnamon powder and ginger powder along with 120 litres of spirits.
Sharing his thoughts on this occasion, Naved Karbelkar, Hotel Manager, Taj Coromandel said, "It was a fun-filled evening at Taj Coromandel as we came together to mix all the ingredients during the traditional cake mixing ceremony, setting the stage for a season of celebration and joy. After the mixing process, the fruits are sealed in airtight casks, opened and checked after 6 months with additional spirits added. This mixture will be used in the upcoming festive period in 2024 as well."
The evening also featured a delightful array of dishes that included Cajun Spiced Mushrooms and Scamorza Crostini; Red Bean and English Cheddar Rissoles; Mascarpone & Pickled Raisin Stuffed Tomato; Chicken Olive Noisette; and Pulled Lamb Cutlets. The scrumptious desserts menu included Orange Cake; Salted Caramel and Almond Cake; Pistachio and Berry Cake; Chocolates and Pralines; Chocolate and Baileys Cake; Sandwiched Brookies; Plum Pudding; Buche de noel; Éclairs and Eggnog. Guests were also treated to the quintessential Christmas favourite, mulled wine and most talked about concoction, Snake Coffee.