Bollywood Themed Picnics Call For A Blue Lagoon Cocktail & Fusion Snacks
What if this serene setting of a picnic at the Blue Lagoon was spiced up with a Bollywood twist? Imagine fusion foods that blend the flavours of India with the laid-back vibe of a lagoon picnic, accompanied by cocktails that dance on your palate. Welcome to a culinary script that promises an afternoon where flavours are the stars and every bite tells a story.
Chaat Tacos
Let's start the show with Chaat Tacos, a street-food sensation turned picnic favourite. Miniature taco shells filled with spiced potatoes, chickpeas, tamarind chutney, and topped with yoghurt and sev. It’s where Mumbai meets Mexico in a bite-sized explosion of flavours that's as dynamic as a Bollywood dance sequence.
Curried Egg Salad Sandwiches
No picnic is complete without sandwiches, but these aren't your average fare. Imagine the comfort of egg salad spiced with garam masala, garnished with fresh cilantro, and nestled between slices of buttery brioche. It’s a classic with a twist, reminiscent of a Bollywood plotline that takes an unexpected turn.
Tandoori Chicken Skewers
Grilled to perfection, these skewers marinate chicken in yoghurt and tandoori spices, offering a smoky and savoury treat that’s as compelling as a hero’s entrance. Served with mint chutney on the side, they’re perfect for nibbling as you bask in the lagoon’s splendour.
Spiced Popcorn Mix
Popcorn gets a Bollywood makeover with a sprinkle of chaat masala and kashmiri chilli powder. It’s snackable, shareable, and utterly addictive, much like the film songs you can’t get out of your head.
Mango and Pomegranate Salad
Light and refreshing, this salad mixes sweet mango with ruby-red pomegranate seeds, dressed in lime juice and a hint of honey. It’s the perfect interlude, cleansing the palate and setting the stage for more flavoursome adventures.
Blue Lagoon Cocktails
The Classic Blue Lagoon
No Bollywood picnic is complete without a signature drink. For the Blue Lagoon, mix 45 ml of Smirnoff Vodka with 15 ml of Blue Curacao, and top it with lemonade for that cinematic blue hue. Serve over ice with a slice of lemon, and let the flavours whisk you away to scenes of dramatic romance and high-stakes drama.
The Spicy Twist
For those who prefer a bit of heat, add a Jal Jeera twist to your Blue Lagoon. Replace lemonade with Jal Jeera, keeping the vodka and Blue Curacao constant. It’s an unexpected plot twist in a drink, delivering refreshment with a kick.
The Bollywood Spritz
Combine 30 ml of Tanqueray London Dry Gin with 15 ml of Blue Curacao, and top with tonic water for a bubbly version, lively as a Bollywood dance number. Garnish with star anise for an aromatic allure that complements the lagoon’s mystique.
