Mumbai, April 2026 – Pause, Bandra’s Plant forward and community led cafe , is set to host an exclusive Chef’s Table with plant-based chef and former MasterChef India participant, Priya Vijan. Taking place from April 10th to 12th, 2026, this limited, 20-seater dining experience will showcase a specially curated seven-course menu that celebrates conscious yet indulgent eating.
Pause Cafe has long been a space where food and connection come together with ease. This collaboration finds a natural alignment with Priya Vijan’s own journey, one that champions plant-based living as a pathway to nourishment and balance.
A modern plant-based tasting experience
At the heart of the experience lies a thoughtfully composed seven-course menu, personally curated by Priya Vijan, drawing from her journey, and evolving exploration of plant-based cuisine.
The meal begins with a comforting Smoked Pumpkin Velouté , layered with hints of coconut and ginger, followed by a refreshing Avocado-Mango Tartare, served with a crisp lavash. The small plates continue with – Korean Samosa, complemented by a sweet and spicy tamarind gochujang dip.
A nostalgic Kacchi Keri Granita refreshes the palate paving the way for the mains, featuring a creamy Coconut Milk Risotto finished with toasted pine nuts and chilli oil, and a fragrant Banana Leaf-Wrapped Lemongrass Tofu, paired with black sticky rice and a bold sambal sauce. The meal concludes on a sweet note with a delicate Rose & Cardamom Tres Leches, followed by a rich Dark Chocolate Gelato.
One table, many stories
Designed as an intimate shared – table experience, the dinner unfolds across three evenings with two sittings each on Friday and Saturday (7:00 PM and 9:30 PM), and one seating on Sunday at 7:00 PM. The guests are encouraged to engage not just with the food, but with the story behind it. Whether you arrive with friends, as a couple, or on your own, the evening encourages a sense of community – an opportunity to connect, converse, and experience the philosophy that shapes each course.
With a strong voice around mindful eating, workshops, e-book “Slick Belly”, and a growing digital community, she continues to challenge the notion that plant based food is restrictive – instead presenting it as deeply satisfying, flavourful, and joyful.
With this collaboration, Pause Cafe continues its commitment to creating spaces that nourish both body and mind – bringing together food, people, and purpose in a way that feels both intimate and intentional..
Factsheet:
Address: Pause Shop No. 27, Vora House, A/B, Pali Mala Rd, Bandra West, Mumbai.
Date: 10th to 12th April 2026
Time : 7 PM onwards
Reservation : + 91 98675 80809
Price : Rs 2950 + +
Book a seat : www.pause-cafe.co / District
Instagram: @pause.mumbai
