NITN | @notintownlive | 09 Mar 2020, 11:44 am

Take a look at what some of the popular bars, cafes and restaurants are showcasing as Holi specials this year.
AMINIA
A place with thousands of memories in the hearts of Kolkatans, Aminia, has been serving the Kolkata gastronomes with their famous Awadhi and Mughlai cuisine since 1929.
Must have: Saffron Milk Cake
OCEAN GRILL
The interior of the restaurant exhibits an exotic oceanic look with octopus lamps hanging from the ceiling or the Shark shaped décor on the wall, in keeping with its seafood menu.
Must have: Rasmalai Cake with Thandai Mousse Layers
TRAFFIC GASTROPUB
The interior of the pub cum café has been inspired by street, cars and the pandemonium that engulfs people while traveling on the road.
Must have: Thandai shots, Yogurt Mousse Chilli Rasogolla
MINISTRY OF BOOZE
Besides an elegant décor, they also offer multicuisine food and a fairly diverse drinks Menu
Must have: Cranberry Frappe, Ice Mist, Blue Lagoon Ice Gola
THE LORDS AND BARONS
They offer an astounding experience of a night club with DJ benefaction on their first floor and the second floor remains open for the Old school people with pop and rock live music.
Must have: Holi Festival Rainbow Spiral Cake & Rangoli
ECHOES
It is a hub where you can relish the best of Continental, Italian, Mexican, Chinese and American delicacies served with a fusion twist.
Must have: Holi Highball and Orange Strawberry Spitzer
THE NOODLE STORY
A restaurant where you can create your own dish from a choice of ingredients and sauces or take help from the team of chefs to create a special dish for you.
Must have: Udon noodles in hot garlic, spaghetti aglio-e-olio, veggie loaded noodles, street style hakka noodles, fried rice and hot garlic chicken and chicken loaded noodles
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Etihad Airways and Azul Brazilian Airlines have signed a frequent flyer partnership, allowing members of Etihad Guest and Azul Fidelidade programme to earn and redeem loyalty points across both airlines.