Poila Boishakh Special Menu: Polo Floatel, Calcutta launches ‘The Forgotten Flavors of Bengal’

Kolkata: Polo Floatel, Calcutta is decked up to celebrate Bengali New Year with a gala of Bengali dishes beside the river with best view on the Ganges giving the people a whole new experience. To celebrate this year’s Poila Boishakh and revive the lost taste and forgotten dishes of traditional authentic Bengali cuisine, Polo Floatel, Calcutta has launched Poila Boishakh Exclusive Menu.
Poila Boishakh Exclusive Menu is not just a meal; it is an experience that connects people to the heart and soul of Bengal’s cultural identity, reliving the forgotten flavors of Bengal. Indulge in the delectable new menu, launched at an unbeatable rate of Rs. 1799 AI, with mesmerizing Live Baul performances, and cheer on your favorite IPL teams live at the Skydeck.
Speaking on the occasion, Soumen Halder, General Manager, Polo Floatel, Calcutta said, “We are very excited to welcome Bengali New Year with our exclusive and traditional authentic Bengali cuisine Poila Boishakh Special Menu. Poila Boishakh is a time of joy, renewal, and celebration. Our Poila Boishakh menu is inspired by the culinary wisdom of Bengal’s past, lovingly passed down through generations. To uncover and revive these lost recipes—once lovingly prepared by our grandmothers—we turned to the expert guidance of a village Thakur (cook). Our chef and production team immersed themselves in learning these age-old techniques and secrets of traditional cooking.”
Soumen Halder added, “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Thakur who generously shared his expertise, helping us revive these forgotten recipes. We also commend our Chef and the entire production team for their dedication to preserving the flavors of Bengal in their purest form. Without their collaborative efforts, this culinary journey would not have been possible.”
Poila Boishakh Exclusive Menu is homage to the culinary guardians of our heritage, particularly the grandmothers and village cooks whose love and care turned food into cherished memories. Every dish on this menu has been meticulously crafted to bring the taste of nostalgia alive, while staying true to the roots of Bengali cuisine. Polo Floatel, Calcutta hopes to transport you back to the days of earthy kitchens, wood-fired stoves, and the aroma of freshly ground mustard.