New Delhi | August 11, 2026: This Independence Day, Encalm Hospitality is launching ‘A Taste of Independent India’, a week-long campaign celebrating India’s regional cuisines across its airport lounges in Delhi, Hyderabad and Goa.
Running from 8th to 15th August across Encalm Lounges and Prive in Delhi, Hyderabad and Goa, the campaign takes travellers on a curated journey through six regions of India, with each day celebrating a distinct regional cuisine before culminating in a specially curated Independence Day menu. Anchored by the theme ‘One Nation. Six Regions. Countless
Flavours.’, the campaign celebrates India’s unity through regional cuisines and culinary traditions.
The campaign transforms Encalm lounges into spaces celebrating India’s regional cuisines through food-led experiences. A Taste of Independent India reimagines the airport lounge as more than a transit space. Through regional menus and storytelling, Encalm invites travellers to experience the richness of India’s diverse food traditions before embarking on their journey.
Conceptualised by Encalm’s culinary team, the campaign showcases authentic regional recipes, local ingredients and culinary traditions from North, South, East, West, Central and North-East India. Every menu showcases the stories, flavours and culinary traditions that define each region.
Beyond the dining experience, the campaign reflects Encalm Hospitality’s continued focus on creating culturally relevant experiences that strengthen its connection with travellers. By using food as a medium for storytelling, A Taste of Independent India celebrates one of India’s most universal expressions of identity while redefining how travellers engage with airport hospitality during the festive season.
Commenting on the announcement, Chef Ritesh Negi, Head of Culinary, said, “At Encalm Hospitality, we believe the travel experience begins long before take-of . With ‘A Taste of Independent India’, we wanted to celebrate the spirit of Independence by bringing together the stories, flavours and traditions that define India’s culinary landscape. Through this campaign, we are inviting travellers to experience India’s diversity in a meaningful and memorable way.”
With A Taste of Independent India, the campaign reinforces Encalm Hospitality’s commitment to creating themed experiences that celebrate Indian culture while enhancing the airport lounge journey.
About Encalm Hospitality
Encalm Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. is a leader in redefining the airport hospitality experience, seamlessly blending luxury, convenience, and bespoke services across India’s major aviation hubs. With a presence across Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Goa’s Manohar International Airport, and now Bhogapuram International Airport, Encalm continues to set new benchmarks for airport hospitality in India.
Today, Encalm has evolved into a comprehensive, integrated hospitality ecosystem spanning premium airport lounges, personalized meet-and-assist services, wellness experiences, in-flight catering, and curated food & beverage concepts. Its diverse portfolio includes Encalm Lounges, Encalm Privé, Encalm Xenia, Atithya – Meet & Assist, Encalm Skyplates, and Encalm Eats, each designed to elevate distinct touchpoints of the travel journey through experience-led design, operational excellence, and deeply personalized service.
Rooted in the rich traditions of Indian hospitality, Encalm harmonizes warmth and comfort with modern operational efficiency to deliver seamless journeys. The company’s commitment to
excellence has been widely recognized with prestigious industry accolades, including consecutive wins at the Travel + Leisure India’s Best Awards (2024, 2025), the Condé Nast Traveller India Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, the PEAKLIFE Gourmet Awards 2025, and the Today’s Traveller Award 2025. Globally, Encalm has been honored at the PATWA International Travel Awards 2026 as the ‘Best Company – Airport Hospitality Services (India)’ alongside the PATWA Gold Award for Excellence.
