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Chennai, The Westin Chennai Velachery, celebrated the spirit of the festive season with a delightful Cake Mixing Ceremony. The event, held on 28th October, brought together residents, non-resident guests, influencers, media, and the cherished members of the Westin family for a joyful and all-inclusive celebration.
Cake Mixing is a cherished tradition that heralds the arrival of Christmas season and the beginning of winter festivities, believed to usher in good tidings and happiness. The Westin Chennai Velachery conducted this tradition with great cheer and an exciting twist.
The highlight of the event was a dedicated mixing table for children, where they could indulge in their creativity by mixing their favorite nuts, spices, and juice. This interactive activity added a touch of joy and wonder to the celebration, making it an event for all ages. Adults also joined in the fun, blending a rich mix of ingredients, including colorful cherries, dates, plums, assorted dry fruits, currants, sultanas, dried figs, glacé cherries, mixed spices, almond flakes, and many more to create the perfect cake mix. Executive Chef Saravanan Ranganathan led the cake mixing ceremony, ensuring that the ingredients were mixed to perfection. It was an opportunity for guests to bond, share laughter, and embrace the festive spirit.
In a special collaboration, The Westin Chennai Velachery partnered with Kocoatrait, the world’s first sustainable, zero-waste, single-origin, organic, and planet-friendly bean-to-bar chocolate brand based in Chennai. Mr. Nitin Chordia, the founder of Kocoatrait, hosted a unique cocoa ceremony for the guests, further elevating the experience.
Lakshmanan Ramanathan, General Manager of The Westin Chennai Velachery, expressed his enthusiasm for the event, saying, “At The Westin Chennai Velachery, we believe in creating unforgettable moments that mark the beginning of the season of festivities. Our annual cake mixing event is a time-honored tradition that brings together the essence of joy, togetherness, and anticipation for the upcoming festivities. As we blend a rich tapestry of ingredients, we look forward to inviting the festive season with open arms. We are eager to share in the warmth and merriment of this season with our valued guests and the community. Let the celebrations begin!”
The Westin Chennai Velachery has demonstrated its commitment to offering unique and memorable experiences to its guests. As the festive season unfolds, the hotel stands ready to welcome everyone to join in the spirit of togetherness and celebration.
