FINE Wine & Champagne India - Winter 2018

Fairy-Tale Weddings
In recent years, travel advisories were issued by
governments of many countries, that constitute important
markets for the hotel, following the events of unrest in
Turkey. And, the devaluation of the Turkish Lira is putting
the luxurious environs of the Çirağan Palace out of bounds
for the locals. In these trying times, Ralph tells us, “we try
not to put all our eggs in one basket. We are focussing on
emerging markets like China and India and on weddings.”
Under this direction, the Çirağan’s team of wedding
professionals vests itself in the latest international
trends and popular
themes. The historic
architecture,
the glory of the
Bosphorus, the
famous marble
staircase, the
grand ballrooms
piece together the
unparalleled settings
for epic dreamscome-true
weddings
for anything upto
1200 guests. The
breath-taking
decorations, cherrypicked
menus across
several international
cuisines, doting
service, personal bridesmaids and butlers – all bring the
human touch to create a lasting memory. The bride’s and
groom’s wishes are the team’s command – the team put
their best foot forward to ensure that expectations are met,
and the couple can enjoy the ceremonies without a care.
Ottoman Treat
Tuğra is the signature restaurant of the Çirağan Palace
that revives the glamour of an era – rich velvet curtains,
intricately carved woodwork, extravagant paintings and
gold gilded glassware are complemented by the customised
plates crowned with the flourish of the “Sultan’s signature”.
Based on historical
references, Chef
Hüseyin Ulaş and his
team have created
dishes just the way
they were served to
the Sultans – for the
“ultimate Ottoman
dining experience”
– and this has been
widely recognised
in international
awards.
Our table is booked
for 7pm. A rose
sherbet in an ornate
gold rimmed crystal
glass is served as
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