New Delhi, September 24, 2025: The Astor Goa, a 5 star all-suite, design-forward boutique hotel in the heart of Candolim, is once again setting a new benchmark for authentic experiential dining. From 20th September to 5th October 2025, the hotel’s alfresco restaurant, Deck 88, will host the Fruits of the Sea – Karavali Edition pop-up, an invitation to embark on an extraordinary culinary journey along the Karavali coast of Karnataka. Specially curated by the in-house chef, Chef Divyanshi Patel, in collaboration with mixologist Lily, this limited-edition menu is a gateway to India’s coastal heritage, blending timeless recipes with contemporary storytelling.
Astor Goa is renowned for bringing immersive, culturally rich experiences to its discerning guests. The hotel’s signature restaurant- Deck 88 is home to cuisine inspired by Vasco da Gama’s historic voyage and discovery of India. The restaurant’s ethos lies in bringing understated yet distinct flavours of the Western Coast to food connoisseurs. In this vein, Chef Divyanshi followed the trail along Karavali in search of authentic coastal flavours and discovered the cross-cultural influences of Arab traders and Europeans on local foodways and fishing communities. Fruits of the Sea is, thus, a culmination of extensive research and travel that goes beyond the ordinary plate, celebrating how these historical encounters have shaped the rich and diverse coastal cuisine of India, which is revered globally.
The à la carte and set menus offer a deep dive into the fishing culture and seafood markets of Karavali. Meanwhile, the signature Coast To Table Platter brings the soulful vegetarian gastronomy of the Udupi temple kitchens of the Shivalli Brahmins, particularly the Shetty community’s Mangalorean curries, and Tulu specialities like Kori Rotti to life. Desserts are influenced by the temple food traditions of Udupi and the European-style bakeries of the Mangalorean Catholic community, adding another layer of history to the menu.
Exploring further, the journey also extended to Goa’s renowned food writer Nolan Mascarhenhas’ farm, where mixologist Lily handpicked organic local produce to craft a sustainable cocktail menu with farm-to-glass creations inspired by the coast. Every drink in this menu reflects the land’s natural abundance.
For those seeking a rooted, authentic dining experience, Fruits of the Sea at Deck 88 is offering a unique opportunity to savour India’s lesser-known coastal flavours with a cross-cultural twist. This exclusive pop-up is a true testament to The Astor Goa’s sincerity in bringing India’s diverse cultural heritage to a wider audience with utmost authenticity.
Corporate Comm India (CCI Newswire)
