Bengaluru, India, November 2026: Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel introduces Cooke Town, a new all-day dining restaurant celebrating Bengaluru’s Anglo-Indian culinary heritage. Rooted in Renaissance’s philosophy of celebrating neighbourhoods, Cooke Town pays homage to old Bengaluru through its cuisine and cultural influences, inviting guests to discover the city’s heritage through food.
Named after one of Bengaluru’s distinctive neighbourhoods, Cooke Town places Anglo-Indian cuisine at the heart of its menu, drawing from a tradition shaped by colonial influencers, Indian ingredients and generations of family cooking. Developed by Executive Chef Ho Chi Ming in collaboration with Chef Bridget White-Kumar, Anglo-Indian culinary historian and author, the offering brings traditional recipes and lesser-known preparations into focus. While Anglo-Indian cuisine remains the defining focus, the menu also draws on select regional and international cuisines, bringing together diverse influences within an all-day dining experience designed for everyday rituals, from family breakfasts and Sunday brunches to relaxed dinners after work.
Inspired by Bengaluru’s older neighbourhoods, where food, decor and community reflect a shared cultural history, Cooke Town offers visitors a window into the city’s past. It creates a space for different communities to discover a distinctive cuisine, while offering those familiar with its flavours an opportunity to reconnect with memories of an older Bengaluru.
Sita Lekshmi, General Manager, Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel: “Cooke Town brings a distinctive part of Bengaluru’s culinary identity to the forefront, with Anglo-Indian cuisine at the heart of the experience. We wanted to create an all-day dining restaurant that feels rooted in the city while offering something guests may not encounter every day. This soft launch is an exciting beginning, and we look forward to welcoming Bengaluru to discover Cooke Town and the stories behind its food.”
“Cooke Town reflects our vision to continually evolve the hotel’s dining experiences and introduce concepts with a stronger sense of identity and relevance to the city. The focus on Anglo-Indian cuisine gives the restaurant a distinctive character, while the thought behind the space and experience positions it as a meaningful addition to Bengaluru’s dining landscape. We see this as part of our continued investment in creating experiences that resonate with both our guests and the city.” – Nathan Andrews, Business Head — Hospitality, DS Group
About Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel:
Indulge in the unrivalled luxury of the 5-star accommodations at Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel by Marriott International. Nestled in Bengaluru’s Central Business District, the Garden City hotel offers a wealth of amenities just 500 meters away from the iconic Bangalore Turf Club. The hotels’ prime location is also situated near Majestic, MG Road, the Indiranagar shopping/nightlife hub and the Bangalore Palace Grounds. After exploring local attractions, pamper yourself with the hotel’s on-site spa services or exercise in the fitness center. In the evening, enjoy delicious cuisines at our on-site restaurants & chic bars before retreating to luxury hotel rooms or suites. Unwind with premium in-room amenities, plush bedding and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. If visiting for event planning reasons, take advantage of the hotels’ sophisticated venues with modern technology, expert catering services and professional planning services.
About Marriott International
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Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel Introduces Cooke Town, a New All-Day Dining Address with an Anglo-Indian Soul
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