STIRRING UP CHRISTMAS MAGIC AT SAYA GRAND

Thane: Welcoming the festive season with warmth, joy and culinary traditions, Saya Grand By Treat, Thane, hosted its traditional Cake Mixing Ceremony on 12th November 2026. The celebration brought together approximately 50 guests, management representatives and hotel associates for an evening filled with festive cheer and togetherness. The event was graced by Mr. Saurabh Tripathi, General Manager, and led by Chef Satish Gupta, Executive Chef, along with the enthusiastic culinary team. The Cake Mixing Ceremony is a cherished pre-Christmas tradition with European origins. It involves combining an assortment of premium dry fruits, nuts, candied fruits, cherries and aromatic spices. Traditionally, this mixture is soaked and matured over several weeks, allowing the ingredients to develop rich flavours and aromas before being used in the preparation of traditional Christmas cakes. The ceremony witnessed enthusiastic participation as guests and team members came together to mix the colourful assortment of ingredients, celebrating the spirit of friendship, togetherness and the approaching Christmas season. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Saurabh Tripathi, General Manager, highlighted the importance of creating memorable guest experiences through unique celebrations and traditional festivities. He expressed his pleasure at bringing guests and associates together for an occasion that truly reflects the spirit of hospitality. Chef Satish Gupta, Executive Chef, emphasised the importance of preserving culinary traditions while embracing creativity and innovation. He shared that the art of Christmas cake preparation goes beyond ingredients, representing patience, passion, craftsmanship and the joy of sharing. The specially prepared fruit mixture will now be allowed to mature, developing its distinctive flavours before being transformed into rich and delicious Christmas cakes for the festive season. The celebration marked the beginning of Christmas festivities at Saya Grand By Treat, reinforcing the hotel's commitment to delivering memorable experiences through food, culture and heartfelt hospitality. Mixing happiness, celebrating traditions and creating sweet memories — Saya Grand By Treat welcomes Christmas with warmth and festive spirit.