Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach Celebrates Pre-Christmas Cake Mixing

The poolside at Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach once again transforms into a hub of pre-Christmas revelry as the hotel hosts its much-anticipated annual cake-mixing ceremony. The event brings together guests and culinary enthusiasts for an afternoon of merriment, marking the onset of the festive season, followed by the Tree Lighting Ceremony and New Year’s Eve.

Set against the scenic backdrop of the seaside, the celebration captures the true essence of the season at Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach’s renowned F&B outlets - The Square, Gadda Da Vida, Sampan, Bageecha, and Péché Mignon. Guests and the hotel’s culinary team come together for the traditional cake mixing ritual, symbolizing togetherness and the spirit of giving. The afternoon unfolds into an elegant high tea by the seaside, featuring a curated selection of delectable snacks and sweet treats, creating the perfect atmosphere of warmth, joy, and community that defines the festive spirit at Novotel.

Kunal Shanker, General Manager, Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach, said, “Our annual cake-mixing ceremony is a celebration of togetherness and marks the beginning of our festive preparations. It is always heartening to see families, friends, and even first-time participants join hands in this joyous ritual, sharing laughter and creating memories. As these ingredients mature over the coming weeks, they will carry with them the warmth, camaraderie, and festive spirit that define this special time of the year.”

As the afternoon progresses, participants gathered for the main ceremony, donning chef’s caps, aprons, and gloves. The air was filled with the aromatic blend of premium ingredients, including sultanas, candied ginger, macerated dates, crystallised fruit, and hand-picked nuts. These choice ingredients will be lovingly mixed with fine spirits, initiating the months-long maturation process essential for crafting the hotel’s signature Christmas offerings.

The convivial atmosphere enhanced by carefully curated holiday melodies, while the seaside setting provides a distinctive backdrop for this time-honoured tradition. Families and friends will come together, sharing in the joy of this unique pre-Christmas ritual.