Christmas dinner at fireplace and decorated Xmas tree.
Welcomhotel Devee Grand Bay
Christmas plum cake.
Welcomhotel Devee Grand Bay has ushered in Christmas with a thoughtfully-assembled festive menu that leans on traditional European baking and classic holiday flavours. The hotel’s Christmas collection from Nutmeg includes a classic plum cake enriched with matured, macerated fruits, stollen with a spiced crumb and marzipan centre, and a plum pudding presented in individual jars. The assortment is rounded off with festive cookies, including cranberry and almond florentines, spiced stollen biscuits, German chocolate cookies and a selection of signature macarons in cherry, Christmas spice, citrus, and mint.
The collection is available as a complete hamper priced at ₹3,750 or as individual items. Orders can be placed directly at the hotel and through Swiggy. In addition to the bakery offerings, the hotel is hosting a Christmas Eve dinner, a Christmas Day dinner with children’s activities, and a Christmas lunch accompanied by a live band and access to the pool.
For details, call 08916600101.
Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach
Christmas decor at Novotel Visakhapatnam.
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At Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, the festive focus is on long, unhurried meals designed for families and groups. The Square will host a Christmas Eve dinner on December 24 and a Christmas brunch on December 25 from 12.30pm onwards. Guests are welcomed with a glass of mulled wine before moving on to an extensive spread.
The menu highlights include lamb shank osso buco served with gremolata and couscous, chicken medallions in mulled wine sauce, and a range of seasonal dishes that reflect classic Christmas tables. Desserts feature a traditional Yule log cake alongside brownie brittle.
The festive dining experience is priced at ₹2,999 plus taxes.
For details, contact 7799771600.
The Park
Gingerbread cookies
The Park, Visakhapatnam, is marking Christmas at Vista with two dedicated dining experiences. A Christmas Eve special dinner begins at 7pm, followed by a Christmas brunch on December 25 from 12.30pm to 3.30pm. The festive spread brings together international and Indian preparations, live counters, and a dessert section centred on traditional Christmas sweets and celebratory bakes.
The setting at Vista is designed to accommodate both families and smaller groups, with a relaxed pace that allows guests to spend the afternoon over music and conversation. Reservations are recommended in view of limited seating during the festive weekend.
For details, call 9908753245.
Anglo Indian Community Association
Christmas decorations
Away from hotel dining rooms, Christmas finds a more intimate expression within the Anglo Indian Community Association, which is hosting its annual celebration on December 19 at St Joseph’s High School. The evening will include carol singing, games, a visit from Santa and traditional Christmas treats for its members. The association has close to 450 families, many of whom treat this gathering as a fixed point on their calendar.
Reflecting on the occasion, joint secretary Brian Irwin says that the celebration is less about formality and more about continuity. “Christmas gives our community a reason to come together across generations. For many of our senior members, this evening holds special meaning because it allows them to reconnect, share memories and feel part of a larger family once again,” he says.
In the days leading up to Christmas, on December 21 and 22, carol singers from the community will also visit the homes of families and friends, carrying forward a tradition that places music and fellowship at the centre of the season.
Published – December 18, 2025 04:10 pm IST
