The Festival Of Lights

All over the world people celebrate Diwali and this year Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences and St James Court, a Taj hotel invites everyone to come together for the festival of lights. Diwali is India’s most celebrated annual holiday and falls on the 12th November 2023. Enjoy the Dazzling Diwali celebrations with Taj this year, as the hotels will be offering spectacular hampers, limited edition menus, accommodation offers, an exciting partnership with Bicester Village and a glittering fireworks display.

Diwali Dining
Food is at the heart of the celebration and this year the hotels will be offering a limited-edition version of its iconic Indian Jasmine Afternoon tea with a menu crafted especially to celebrate the festival of lights. Inspired by the traditional afternoon tea but with its roots firmly in Indian dining culture, guests and visitors to the hotel can indulge in beautifully crafted Diwali themed pastries and delicious savoury treats. The hotel’s restaurant TH@51 will be serving up a menu of Indian Thalis to celebrate Diwali exploring the enchanting flavours of India with North and South regional Thalis, as well as the traditional Satvik and vegetarian Thalis.

Jasmine Indian Afternoon Tea – Diwali Edition: will be served in the Kona restaurant and cost £75 per person. Served Thursday – Sunday, at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm from 14th October – 19th November.

Regional Thalis at TH@51: is available daily for lunch or dinner at £45 per person from 14th October – 19th November.