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This Diwali, Gift Joy in Every Bite with BAR’s Artisanal Chocolate Collection

India , 17th october 2025: This festive season, celebrate the art of fine gifting with something as meaningful as it is delicious. Baker’s Artisanal Recipes (BAR) invites you to light up Diwali with a premium chocolate experience that blends craftsmanship, conscious sourcing, and pure indulgence. Thoughtfully made from the finest couverture chocolate and pure cocoa butter, BAR’s Diwali Assortment transforms festive gifting into a celebration of flavour, purpose, and elegance.

The Diwali Assortment Box features 8 Mini Bars, each crafted to tell a distinct story through taste and texture. From the silky Milk 38 and crunchy Darkish 50 with Nibs to the indulgent Khari Singh 60, roasted peanuts enveloped in dark chocolate, every bar captures a unique personality. The deeper cocoa expressions – Dark 60, Darker 70, Seriously Dark 90, and Darkest 99.5 showcase BAR’s expertise in understanding and balancing cocoa profiles from different origins. For coffee lovers, the Filter Coffee 70 adds an aromatic, homegrown touch to the mix.

What sets BAR apart is its commitment to craft and consciousness. The brand works closely with farmers from diverse cocoa-growing regions, understanding the nuanced flavour profiles of each bean. Every chocolate is roasted, refined, and tempered with thoughtful precision ensuring that every bite not only delights but also reflects the integrity of its origin. This meticulous attention to detail makes BAR’s creations more than confections; they’re experiences that honour the journey from bean to bar.

Whether you’re gifting to family, friends, or colleagues, BAR’s chocolates are the perfect way to say you’re special. Elegant, artisanal, and rooted in authenticity, they embody the spirit of thoughtful celebration. This Diwali, gift a box of Baker’s Artisanal Recipes – where every bar is made with intention, every flavour tells a story, and every bite spreads joy that lingers long after the lights dim.

Celebrate the Festival of Light at Kaleidoscope This Diwali

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, 11th october 2025: From Saturday, 18th to Monday, 20th October 2025, Atlantis, The Palm’s all-day dining restaurant, Kaleidoscope, will transform in celebration of Diwali. Each evening from 6:00pm to 11:00pm, guests can enjoy a feast of Indian favourites alongside a variety of entertainment, including  live music, dance performances, and dhol. 

For just AED 280 per adult and AED 140 for children including soft beverages, guests can indulge in a wide variety of Indian sweet treats and classic home-style dishes prepared by Atlantis, The Palm’sleading Indian  chefs. The buffet will feature traditional biryani with freshly made rotis, as well as an extensive live chaat  counter offering sev puri with signature sweet and spicy chutneys and pani puri topped with tangy  tamarind sauce and mint chutney. Additional signature stations will include an Indian bread counter 

featuring freshly made parathas, naans, and chutneys, alongside tandoor and handi dishes, kuzhi  paniyaram, and more. 

Those with a sweet tooth can also treat themselves to a dedicated Indian dessert stall and jalebi station,  offering delicacies such as fresh gulab jamun, rasgulla, and Mysore pak, with chai and ice gola also  available. 

Diwali celebrations would not be complete without vibrant entertainment to mark India’s most important  festival. Henna artists will be on hand to adorn guests’ hands with intricate patterns, while live Rangoli art and a photo booth will welcome guests as they enter the celebrations. The soundtrack to the festivities  will be provided by a live band performing Bollywood-inspired fusion sets, accompanied by energetic  dance performances.  

Diwali at Kaleidoscope will take place from Saturday, 18th to Monday, 20th October 2025, from 6:00pm  to 11:00pm. Prices are AED 280 per adult and AED 140 per child, inclusive of unlimited food and soft beverages.

Celebrate Diwali in Style at World of Palates, Nariman Point

Mumbai, October 9th 2025: This Diwali, World of Palates, the city’s premier multi-cuisine destination in Nariman Point, invites guests to celebrate the festival of lights with an exclusive festive menu crafted for an unforgettable culinary experience. Known for its eclectic flavors and innovative dishes, World of Palates combines tradition with contemporary gastronomy, making every visit a celebration in itself.

For this festive season, the restaurant presents a carefully curated Diwali Menu priced at INR 1,395 per person, available for a minimum of 15 guests. Guests can kick off the celebration with refreshing beverages like Pomegranate Cranberry Sour, Blueberry & Basil Lemonade, and Peach & Apricot Iced Tea.

The culinary journey continues with delights such as Savory Lentils Delight, Revised Fattoush, and a selection of pizzas tailored to guest preferences. For those seeking a fusion of flavors, the menu features Jalapeños Fritters Chaat, Veg Baklava, Shawarma Spice Soya Chaap, Fried Bocconcini Curry, Corn Spinach Masala, and Bharli Vangi.

Guests can also enjoy heartwarming staples like Masala Bhat, Veg Biryani, and a choice of Pasta and Asian Bowls to suit every palate. The festive meal concludes on a sweet note with indulgent desserts like Pistachio Kunafa Cheesecake and Sagla Bagla, complemented by rice and rotis served according to guest preferences.

This Diwali, World of Palates promises a feast that delights every sense a perfect blend of flavor, festivity, and togetherness.

Oktobeerfest 2025: Bigger Buckets, Bolder Bites & Brew Bingo

SOCIAL Oktobeerfest 2025; Bigger Buckets, Bolder Bites, and Brew Bingo Fun

Hyderabad,6th october 2025: SOCIAL, India’s favorite neighborhood café-bar, is back with its annual celebration of beer, food, and community, Oktobeerfest 2025. Running from 6^th October to 19^th October, this year’s edition promises more buckets, bolder platters, and playful new experiences that raise the bar on festive fun.

Buckets, Platters & Pairings

Beer takes center stage at Oktobeerfest 2025 with bucket deals that save you up to 20% on 3, 6, and 9 pints, perfect for sharing with your crew. The exclusive Sausage Platter makes its comeback this year, offering the ideal companion to your brews. Guests can also enjoy bucket-and-platter pairings designed to spark camaraderie and turn group hangouts into beer-filled feasts.

SOCIAL’s Brew Bingo

Adding a SOCIAL-style twist, every table will feature SOCIAL’s Brew Bingo; a fun, beer-inspired challenge card featuring prompts like “chugged a pint in one go,” “spilled beer on yourself and kept drinking,” or “paired beer with dessert.” Guests can tick off their cards can have their Brew Bingo moment.

Festive Vibes All Around

SOCIAL outlets nationwide will transform with vibrant buntings, quirky décor, and festive energy designed to bring people together. True to SOCIAL’s spirit of creating second homes for its communities, the festival is all about good beer, good food, and good times.

“Oktobeerfest at SOCIAL has become a custom our communities look forward to every year,” said Divya Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer, Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt Ltd. “It’s our way of raising a toast to togetherness with buckets to share, a hearty platter to dig into, and playful experiences that bring people closer. Every year, we add a new SOCIAL twist to the global Oktobeerfest tradition, making it uniquely ours and something our guests can truly call their own.”

Oktobeerfest 2025 is set to bring a new wave of energy to October, as SOCIAL turn the month into a celebration of flavor, fun, and friendship. With its playful twists, festive vibe, and community spirit, the festival reaffirms SOCIAL’s place as the neighborhood’s go-to destination for unforgettable gatherings.