Beyond Paneer: A Thoughtful Vegetarian Journey at DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield
In a city celebrated for its dynamic food scene, DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield is inviting diners to pause, reflect, and rediscover vegetarian cuisine in its most soulful form. Introducing Beyond Paneer, a specially curated vegetarian food festival at 1882, the hotel’s signature dining destination, running from 19th to 29th January 2026.
This limited-time culinary showcase goes far beyond the familiar comfort of paneer-based dishes. Instead, it draws from the deep-rooted wisdom of Indian home kitchens—where vegetables are not secondary players, but the heart of the meal.
A Celebration of India’s Vegetable-Forward Traditions
Beyond Paneer is rooted in the idea that vegetarian food, when treated with respect and patience, can be deeply expressive. The menu highlights ingredients often overlooked in modern dining—banana flower, yam, snake gourd, drumstick leaves, water spinach, colocasia, and heirloom root vegetables—each selected for its cultural relevance and quiet elegance.
These ingredients form the foundation of dishes that feel both nostalgic and refreshingly modern. Millets add warmth and texture, lentils bring depth, while coconut and indigenous spices gently elevate flavours without overpowering the produce. The cooking philosophy is restrained, intentional, and deeply comforting—proof that simplicity, when done right, can be extraordinary.
A Pan-Indian Vegetarian Feast
The festival menu reads like a culinary map of India, showcasing regional vegetarian preparations that reflect the country’s remarkable diversity. Guests can savour classics such as:
Khosa Bata and Chamagadda Pakodi Fry
Kachur Saag and Kumro Saag er Chorchori
Dhokar Dalna and Potol Posto
Aratikai Thokku and Kappa Thoran
Mochar Ghonto, Mochar Chop, and Thor Cutlet
Kathal Ki Subji, Kaacha Kele Ki Bhurji, and Moongwadi Masala
Soyabean Kheema Masala and Thod Die Daal
Phool Gobi Halwa, Chaltar Tok, and Topa Kuler Chutney
Each dish is prepared using traditional techniques, allowing regional flavours to shine while maintaining a refined, contemporary balance.
Chef’s Perspective: Honest, Soulful, and Satisfying
“The menu is an ode to vegetarian cooking that is soulful, expressive, and honest,” says Chef Tamoghna, Executive Chef at DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield.
“Each dish allows ingredients to speak for themselves, evoking comfort while offering moments of surprise—an experience that is unpretentious, thoughtful, and deeply satisfying.”
His vision brings together memory and innovation, offering diners food that feels familiar yet thoughtfully reimagined.
More Than a Meal—An Experience to Savour
Beyond Paneer is an invitation to slow down in an otherwise fast-paced city. It encourages guests to reconnect with the essence of vegetarian cooking—food that is nourishing, balanced, and quietly celebratory. Every plate tells a story of patience, tradition, and care.
About DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield
Located in the heart of Whitefield, Bengaluru’s thriving technology corridor, the hotel is close to major corporate hubs such as Brigade Tech Gardens, Prestige Technostar, and Sattva Knowledge Court. The Kundalahalli Metro Station is just a five-minute drive away, ensuring easy connectivity.
Guests can enjoy spacious meeting facilities, all-day dining, a well-equipped fitness centre, a swimming pool, and a stylish rooftop bar—making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travellers.
If you’re looking to experience vegetarian cuisine that is rooted in tradition yet refreshingly relevant, Beyond Paneer at DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield is a culinary journey worth taking—one that celebrates India’s regional wisdom, one vegetable at a time.
