This winter season, the wedding scenario is heating up with a culinary revolution! Gone are the days of traditional wedding fare, with couples now opting for bold, innovative, and downright delicious fusion eats that blend the best of Indian and international flavours. We spokewith a pioneering foodpreneur,Tanya Quadros, Founder ofBanquet18,to get the scoop onwhy these trends are becoming the talk of the town at Winter Weddings 2025.
Quadros said, "Luxury weddings offer a unique charm with their elegant atmosphere, stunning details, and unforgettable celebrations. While couples seek a wedding that can embrace what is celebrated in their respective cultural heritage alongside the essence of a season, the heart of the commemoration rests in culinary fusions. By combining tastes and preparations from different culinary cultures with seasonal specialities, couples can make a feast that speaks to their backgrounds, and surprises and delights their guests."
The Charm Of Luxury Weddings In Winter
Winter and weddings are the perfect match—cosy, intimate, and uniquely charming. The season’s brisk weather sets the stage for memorable celebrations—the kind that has outdoor events followed by quieter times around food and festivities. Together, they make for some culinary creativity, infusing winter’s cosy charm into the grand celebration of love.
Creating A Multicultural Menu
“For couples belonging to different cultural backgrounds, the wedding menu is one arena where they can mix their unique traditions and culinary heritages. These creative combinations create an opportunity to tell a story with food. Think fusion treats like butter chicken tacos, where old-world spices shake hands with new-world recipes, or paneer sliders with a global twist. These types of creations can also help highlight the individuality of the couple’s story and whittle an everlasting impression in the minds of their guests,” shared Quadros.
“Light yet flavourful starters work well for the pre-wedding customs such as the Mehendi or Haldi function. Consider dishes like mini idli-on-a-stick paired with basil pesto, and fusion bites like pav bhaji tartlets or Dabeli Bruschetta. Since the traditional flavour combinations are familiar, this brings in inclusiveness for all guests combined with delightful surprises brought about by each of these little bites, with an updated spin,” she added.
A Sweet Blend Of Cultures
Tanya explained, “Desserts are an integral part of the wedding and winter is the ultimate season to enjoy warm, decadent treats. Other dishes, such as Motichoor cigars with Rabri, or Gajar Halwa tarts, combine traditional and contemporary desserts into bites that will stay with you for a long time. To top up on delight, couples can incorporate interactive dessert stations, including live jalebi counters or freshly prepared waffles with spiced hot chocolate.”
Cosy Up With Signature Drinks
“No wedding menu is complete without cocktails that elevate the food and the season. Signature offerings such as masala chai martinis, or ginger-spiked mulled cider can set a festive mood while non-alcoholic options such as saffron-infused kahwa or creamy turmeric lattes add a sophisticated note. Drinks complement the culinary experience and give guests a sense of indulgence and warmth on a chilly evening,” said Tanya.
Custom Food Stations
“Interactive food stations add flair and fun at weddings. A pasta bar with pantry-themed recipes in mind with sauces such as mushroom truffle or herbed pumpkin are guaranteed crowd-pleasers leading to an elevated customer experience if you let guests choose their own toppings and spices. Throw in a dosa counter with internationally inflected fillings like sun-dried tomatoes or truffle oil and you have a classic eccentric spin that customises the traditional dosa for the global palate. A dessert station stocked with macarons, mithai, and mini cakes not only offers a stunning visual display but also allows guests to sample different global and local options,” shared Quadros.
The Wedding Cake: A Mix Of Tradition And Luxury Style
Tanya said that a cake inspired by a cultural heritage can help you set the scene for showstopping luxury wedding traditions.
Transforming The Venue With Décor
“Food does not live in isolation but through a visual experience story that is crafted with décor. The culinary experience can be enhanced with makeshift décor that speaks to the couple’s multicultural background. Set an ambience that strikes a balance with warm lighting, tea lights, and ornate bedspreads. Or you could brighten the space with a colour palette of florals such as roses and marigolds, along with green leaves. The experience can be improved by small add-ons such as handmade menu cards that describe the culinary significance behind the fusion dishes,” mentioned Tanya.
Importance Of Culinary Fusion
"Winter-inspired décor paying homage to the couple’s cultural heritage can elevate the culinary experience. It serves as a bridge to facilitate different cultural backgrounds through shared culinary experiences. Every hand-crafted dish can represent the coming together of two lives and cultures in a celebration that feels personal, yet all-encompassing," continued Tanya.
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“Winter is all about adding warmth, love, and togetherness to a wedding! Couples who lean into the season’s abundance, make a marriage of cooking styles, and cook from the heart can give their guests a one-of-a-kind experience. Fusion appetisers, interactive food stations, or warm, comforting desserts — each course on the menu can carry the couple’s narrative and elicit the magic of the season. Literal thought in every bite, these meticulous touches make for a night to remember, and bring the couple’s story to life,” she concluded.
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