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Fashion Value Chain
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Value Chain
Sufi Star Heer Walia Casts a Spell Over Delhi at Bonne Foi 65
Under a velvet sky strewn with stars, music and mysticism entwined at Bonne Foi 65 in East of Kailash, where celebrated Sufi songstress Heer Walia delivered a transcendent live performance that left Delhi breathless. Eminent singer from the Sufi world, Heer Walia, performing under the stars at Bonne Foi 65, East of Kailash The rooftop oasis, already renowned for its chic ambiance and gourmet offerings, transformed into a sanctum of sound and spirit this past Saturday night. As the city's skyline shimmered in the distance, Walia's haunting vocals soared above the din of daily life, weaving together the poetry of Bulleh Shah, the ecstasy of Amir Khusrau, and her own hypnotic interpretations of folk traditions passed down through generations. Every verse was a prayer, every note a thread in a rich tapestry of emotion that held the audience captive. From her first breath to the final chord, Walia didn't just perform-she invoked. The crowd-an eclectic mix of date-night duos, music connoisseurs, curious foodies, and spiritual seekers-sat spellbound, swaying in rhythm, many mouthing lyrics, some with closed eyes and hearts wide open. 'I came for dinner and stayed for divinity,' said Ananya Mehta, echoing the sentiments of many who left the evening transformed. 'It felt less like a concert and more like a communion.' The venue rose to the occasion with grace. Dimmed, golden lighting cast a warm glow across elegant tables adorned with Mediterranean platters, Indian-fusion masterpieces, and desserts decadent enough to tempt the most disciplined. Signature cocktails-infused with herbs, spices, and a touch of alchemy-flowed as effortlessly as the music. Co-owners of renowned club Bonne Foi 65 Amit Bishnoi and Avnee Yadav with Sufi sensation Heer Walia celebrating the Sufi Night Speaking on the recent Sufi night featuring Heer Walia, Amit Bishnoi, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Club Bonne Foi 65, said, 'Our vision has always been to create a space where culture thrives and connections deepen. Heer Walia's performance brought that vision to life-it was pure magic.' Avnee Yadav, Co-Founder and Experience Curator at Bonne Foi 65, added, 'To see people come together, not just to dine but to feel something deeper through music, is what Bonne Foi is all about. Nights like these remind us why we started this journey-to celebrate art, soul, and togetherness.' As Walia closed her set to a standing ovation and resounding calls for an encore, the air seemed to hum with more than applause-it carried gratitude, reverence, and the unmistakable magic of a shared moment that won't soon be forgotten. For those who missed it, Bonne Foi 65 assures that more evenings of enchantment await-where food meets feeling, and melodies linger long after the final note fades. About Bonne Foi 65 Nestled in the heart of East of Kailash, Club Bonne Foi 65 is South Delhi's premier rooftop dining and cultural destination. Blending sophisticated ambiance with a curated culinary experience, the venue is known for its seamless fusion of global flavors, craft cocktails, and live entertainment. Whether it's a soulful music night under the stars, a gourmet celebration with friends, or an intimate evening of fine dining, Bonne Foi 65 offers an immersive escape where food, art, and atmosphere come together. With a focus on community, creativity, and curated experiences, Bonne Foi 65 continues to redefine the capital's hospitality and nightlife scene.
India Today
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Getting the accent right
Much feted as the pioneer of progressive Indian food, Indian Accent has valiantly survived—and lived to tell the tale—the ill-fated fusion-confusion phase, where an alarming number of restaurants were churning out, but flailing in their attempts to offer 'Indian-fusion' food. Sixteen years after chef Manish Mehrotra made Indian Accent the leitmotif of the leafy suburb of Friend's Colony, a new Mehrotra is at the helm of affairs at this legendary restaurant. Executive chef Shantanu Mehrotra's carefully curated tasting menu celebrates modern techniques and global influences with an intuitive pairing of contrasting tastes and textures, using surprise as an element of delight. The sheer artistry of combining a congee with soft shelled crabs, piqued with narthangai or citron to add a tangy slightly bitter tinge is simply genius. Or the rawa crusted sea bass in a sol kadhi sauce is a brilliant medley of traditional tastes and a contemporary vibe. The black dairy dal is an ode to time, passion and nostalgia, while the smoked aubergine bhujiya raita is a lovely tongue-in-cheek complement to the rich overhang of the lentils. The fabulous malpua crepe suzette, is delicate as the tender coconut, dark chocolate is delightful. All in all, the food is a loving testament to unexpected flavours. Visit with time on your hands to enjoy each course and creation; love, after all, is a time-agnostic indulgence.
