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28 MASALA RECOMMENDS

FEASTING,

FASHION,

FUN

with FLAIR

What to look out for at

the much-anticipated Masala Wedding Fair.

BY AIDEN JEWELLE GONZALES

Whether you’re searching for the perfect wedding outfit, want to know the best that Thailand’s
hospitality industry has to offer, on the lookout for all the preeminent F&B catering spots in town,
or simply wish to bask in the infectious energy and opulence of a big, fat, Indian wedding, make sure
to mark your calendars as there’s less than a month to go till the Masala Wedding Fair! Thailand’s
biggest and most popular Indian wedding exhibition is back for its 11th Edition, and it’s set to be the best
one yet. Happening on Saturday, 22 June, and Sunday, 23 June, at the luxe and expansive Bangkok
Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, the fair will bring together over 105 booths featuring the finest in
ready-to-wear and couture fashion, high-end jewellery, delectable cuisine, and innovative beverages.

With a record number of exhibitors, including more food and beverage options than ever before;
a dizzying array of lavish fashion and jewellery from India; as well as beloved local labels that you’re sure to recognise;
it’s hard to know where to start. Fear not, we’ve put together a handy guide so you can make your must-visit list well ENTERTAINMENT AND MORE
before the fair even starts.
For a fun time for the whole family, visitors with children
can enjoy a dedicated kids’ corner, so mums and dads,
FOOD worry not! If you’ve shopped all day and need to take
a load off, the fair’s health and wellness section will
If you’re looking for Michelin-starred flair, look no offer complimentary massages from the Longevity
further than Marigold by Chef Garima Arora, and Hub by Clinique La Prairie, as well as screenings and
make sure to sample their delectable mithais and snacks. consultations from the city’s most established names in
For Indian fine-dining that’s taken to new heights, visit the industry. And as you shop, enjoy live entertainment
Tambu for progressive Indian charcoal cuisine; and NILA from some of the community’s most talented performers
and Jharokha by Indus, who will take you on a journey – you’ll be surprised at how gifted our community
through the best of Indian coastal dishes. Red Catering, members are! But we haven’t mentioned everything
Jodhaa’s Catering, Punjab Grill, Al Saray, Saras, and we have in store here – there will be surprises that you’ll
cuisine from Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park have to wait and see in person, and make sure to take
itself will showcase their longstanding experiencing in your copy of the Masala Wedding Fair Newsletter on
catering largescale Indian weddings and events, perfect Day 2 for updates, pictures, and some hot masala chai
for those looking for veterans in the scene. If you’re in overheard at the fair!
the mood for more delicious Indian fare, head over to
Tapori, or for international options, Carmina will be
serving up Latin American delights; Starita will be sure
to charm with their authentic Neopolitan-style pizzas
and pastas; while beloved Japanese establishment, Isao,
will leave you craving more of their California-style rolls.

DRINKS

For the first time, the fair will be introducing an impressive
range of Indian alcohol, spanning Indian tequilas by
Inspirador Indian Spirits, wines, and local liquor such
as feni. If you’re hoping for more familiar fare, some of
the country’s top beverage distributors will have booths
at the fair, so make sure to visit the likes of Italasia and
Refill Social for a range of international wine labels; KEY INFORMATION:
Kingfisher Beer for a refreshing sip of India’s budding
beer scene; and Gulp’s expansive bar for their array of DATE:
labels and delicious tipples to keep you going as you shop. 22 & 23 June 2024
For non-alcoholic fare, Sarnies Bangkok will be making LOCATION:
innovative coffee drinks, so make sure to drop by!
Thai Chitlada Grand Ballroom at Bangkok Marriott
Marquis Queen’s Park199 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Khlong
FASHION AND JEWELLERY Tan, Khlong Toey, Bangkok, 10110

The fair will also showcase unrivalled opportunities TEL: TIME:
to shop till you drop, with celebrated fashion and 02 059 5555 11am to 8pm
jewellery brands from India coming all the way to the ADMISSION IS FREE.
Kingdom. You won’t need to visit India for renowned and
prestigious names such as Papa Don’t Preach, Vikram
Phadnis, Chhavvi Aggarwal, Khanna Jewellers, and
more, as they all will be present at the fair, so make
sure to check out their latest collections. For the first
time, the fair will also feature a dedicated Divalicious
pop-up area for all your fashion needs, and make sure
to say hi to the much-loved local designers that will be
showcasing their stunning designs at the fare, spanning
Suwannee by Sam, Pavni, Sumedha Sehgal, and more.

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