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Blu done up in hues of the colours of the ocean, cerulean, Europe.
aqua, sapphire, and indigo. Sip on award-winning single Among other immersive experiences that the property
malts and regionally inspired cocktails paired with a offers is a Local Market Tour and Cook-off with the chef
tantalising tapas menu and you know how to spend your where you can handpick freshest seasonal produce and
evenings right. aromatic spices with a local guide in a bustling local
The Lobby Lounge is the place to head for casual drinks, market and enjoy a masterclass or a friendly cook-off with
coffee catch ups, and quick meetings as well as indulge in a the in-house chefs.
sumptuous high tea in the afternoon. Do not miss trying If you love your drinks, the mixology session at Library
the exquisitely crafted light bites here. Blu is an invigorating hour-long session that is all about
Spectra, the all-day multi-cuisine restaurant, is named mastering the craft of the perfect drink and understanding
after the seven shades of the spectrum and has seven the stories behind them. These are paid experiences and
interactive culinary islands manned by a brigade of expert can be booked through the concierge.
chefs.
Foodies can rejoice as there is never a day of boredom MICE MUSINGS
here as each day of the week brings in something new The Leela Palace Chennai boasts some of the most
– think Wednesday’s World Street Food Buffet, Seafood amazing event spaces in the city and at the heart of it is
Fridays, Spectacular Saturdays, and Sunday Brunch. their staggering 12,300 sq. ft Grand Ballroom exclusive of a
The Cake Shop that retails decadent cakes and pastries large pre-function area that spans 6,525 sq. ft.
as well as freshly baked goods, handcrafted chocolates, Royal Ballroom exclusive of a large pre-function area,
traditional French pastries, and designer cakes is where and convention facility that caters up to 1,500 people.
you can team a slice of cake with a cup of steaming coffee. Weddings at The Leela Palace Chennai are all about
Do not miss the German Kraftkorn, Vollkorn and indulgent spa rituals to personalised bridal beauty services.
Roggenfix, and the Italian Ciabattas, Focaccia, and The pillarless halls here have a ceiling height of 14 ft with
Grissinis made from flours sourced specifically from the main hall having a capacity of up to 1,000 people.

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