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Beyond the plate: The rise of immersive supper clubs

Beyond the plate: The rise of immersive supper clubs

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A dinner table is no longer just a place to eat. Across cities, supper clubs are reshaping how people experience food, turning meals into theatre and strangers into co-authors of the evening. What once began as intimate, chef-led gatherings has now evolved into community-building platforms that blend food with storytelling, performance, and elements of art and culture. Chef Sherie Mehtaa hosted a Himchali cuisine themed dinner and dressed for the part What is a supper club, exactly? A supper club is a dining format that doubles as a social gathering. Typically, a chef hosts a limited number of guests in non-traditional spaces such as homes, studios, or unique venues. These experiences often feature a set menu, communal seating, and direct interaction with the chef. Although the concept has existed since the late 2010s in India, it has seen a revival of sorts post the Covid-19 pandemic. When food becomes storytelling The Baithak Experience, which caters to Mumbai and Pune, is operated by Mandeep Kaur and her family. “We had a simple question: why should storytelling …

Syro-Malabar Church raises objections over alleged misrepresentation of ‘The Last Supper’ at Kochi Muziris Biennale

Syro-Malabar Church raises objections over alleged misrepresentation of ‘The Last Supper’ at Kochi Muziris Biennale

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In a communication, the Kochi Biennale Foundation pointed out that the body of work presented at ‘Edam’ from Tom Vattakuzhy’s extensive practice consists primarily of narrative paintings and illustrations. | Photo Credit: THULASI KAKKAT The Syro-Malabar Church in Kerala has condemned the alleged misrepresentation of ‘The Last Supper’ masterpiece painted by Leonardo da Vinci in an artwork displayed at the ongoing Kochi Muziris Biennale in Kochi. The work in question is a painting by artist Tom Vattakuzhy displayed as part of the ‘Edam’ exhibition at the Garden Convention Centre, Bazar Road. The venue was shut down temporarily on Tuesday (December 30, 2025) following protests by various groups. Tom Vattakuzhy | Photo Credit: 1001 In a statement, the Syro-Malabar Church alleged that the artwork distorted the Last Supper scene. The artwork was withdrawn after it was published in a magazine in December 2016 after protests by devotees. “We doubt whether it was displayed at the biennale intentionally to hurt the sentiments of the believers,” it alleged. The Church stated that “freedom of expression remains vital to …

US Box Office: A Working Man, Chosen Last Supper 2, and others hold strong as Minecraft dominates weekend chart

US Box Office: A Working Man, Chosen Last Supper 2, and others hold strong as Minecraft dominates weekend chart

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The US box office roared back to life this weekend, with its total haul peaking at USD 205 million—a staggering 131 percent increase compared to the same frame last year. Leading the charge was A Minecraft Movie, which debuted to a jaw-dropping USD 163 million, easily occupying the top spot. Based on the best-selling video game by Mojang Studios, the offering features Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and more in a fantasy cubic realm where they must undertake perilous missions to save the world while also looking for the portal that would take them back to the real one. With its comedic charm and family-friendly appeal, the movie is tracking well for a USD 1 billion global haul by the end of its theatrical run. A Working Man, starring Jason Statham as an ex-Royal Marine now making a living as a construction worker, emerged as the second-highest grossing grosser of the April 4–6 weekend. Statham’s character finds himself fighting Russian traffickers after the teenage daughter of his boss gets abducted. The Amazon MGM offering …

Weekend Box Office Preview: A Minecraft Movie set to take the top spot; The Chosen Last Supper 2 and A Working Man to chase

Weekend Box Office Preview: A Minecraft Movie set to take the top spot; The Chosen Last Supper 2 and A Working Man to chase

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The first weekend of April is almost upon us, with A Minecraft Movie expected to end the first-quarter domestic box office drought with tremendous ticket sales. Read on to know which other offerings will make it to the top three of North American admissions for the frame of April 4 to 6, 2025. A Minecraft Movie (Warner Bros.) Weekend Range: USD 85 to USD 100 million After months of anticipation, Warner Bros.’ A Minecraft Movie is finally set to arrive in theaters, and early buzz suggests a blockbuster opening. Originally projected for a USD 60 million debut, strong pre-sales and marketing efforts featuring Happy Meal promotions and collectible figures have pushed the projection to the aforementioned range. The last film to cross the USD 100 million mark on opening weekend was Moana 2 during Thanksgiving 2024, and Minecraft has the potential to follow suit. With a lack of superhits in recent months, its release is expected to establish momentum for the next quarter of movie releases. However, some challenges persist. The Minecraft brand has seen …

Kangana Ranaut slams Paris Olympics over Last Supper rendition

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Actor and politician Kangana Ranaut criticized the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics 2024 for its “blasphemous rendition of The Last Supper.” On Saturday, Kangana shared several pictures and videos from the event on her Instagram Stories, along with comments about the inclusion of a child in the performance. Kangana Ranaut slams Paris Olympics over `hyper-s*xualized` Last Supper rendition Sharing a video from the event, Kangana wrote, “The Paris Olympics is under fire for including a *child* in their hyper-s*xualized, blasphemous rendition of The Last Supper. An apparent child could be seen joining the drag queens during the performance. They also showed a naked man painted blue as Jesus and mocked Christianity. Leftists totally hijacked Olympics 2024. Shame.” She also posted a photo of a man covered in blue paint, and wrote, “Naked body painted Christ at the Olympics opening in Paris (person facepalming emoji).” Sharing another picture, Kangana said, “This is how France welcomed the world for 2024 Olympics …. And what is the message of such acts ?? Welcome go the world of …

Kangana Ranaut criticises Paris Olympics over its rendition of The Last Supper: ‘This is how France welcomed the world?’ | Bollywood

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Actor and politician Kangana Ranaut has criticised the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics 2024 over its “blasphemous rendition of The Last Supper”. Taking to her Instagram Stories on Saturday, Kangana posted several pictures and videos from the event. She also wrote notes on how the event included a child during the rendition. (Also Read | Ram Charan, Upasana get drenched as they visit Paris Olympics. See pics) Kangana Ranaut spoke about the Paris Olympics 2024. Kangana criticises Paris Olympics’ act Posting a video from the event, Kangana wrote, “The Paris Olympics is under fire for including a *child* in their hyper-s*xualized, blasphemous rendition of The Last Supper. An apparent child could be seen joining the drag queens during the performance. They also showed a naked man painted blue as Jesus and mocked Christianity. Leftists totally hijacked Olympics 2024. Shame.” Kangana questions act at opening ceremony She also shared a photo of a man in blue paint. The actor wrote, “Naked body painted Christ at the Olympics opening in Paris (person facepalming emoji).” Sharing another …

Indian Accent Opens in Mumbai; Manam Chocolate in Hyderabad; & Satori Supper Club in Bengaluru

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In Bengaluru, two friends — chef Sreya Vittaldev and Shagun Ohri — launched The Satori Supper Club. Once a month, they will curate intimate community tables dedicated to a specific culinary theme. In Mumbai, restaurateur Gauri Devidayal has launched an audio and video podcast, Speak Greasy, where she will talk about the business of running a restaurant with chefs and other restaurateurs. Pop ups and collabs: Marco Pierre White, Daniel Humm & a Farmers’ Feast The season of pop-ups continues, this time featuring many international chefs testing Indian waters. Chef Rahul Rana of Michelin-starred Avatara in Dubai, curated a 12 course meal (without onion and garlic) at Conrad Pune. Chef Marco Pierre White did a two day event, including a dinner and a masterclass, at JW Marriott Bengaluru as part of World on a Plate. Masters of Marriott Bonvoy bought together three of Asia’s finest restaurants and chefs — Chef Thitid ‘Ton’ Tassanakajohn from Le Du Bangkok, chef Varun Totlani from Masque Mumbai, and Chef ‘PAM’ Pichaya Soontornyanakij from Potong — for a three-city pop …