Planning notes from Vicky Gardens
Ideas and checklists for weddings, receptions and family celebrations in Kolkata.
Annaprashan planning guide: the rice ceremony, the menu and choosing a venue in Kolkata
Plan your baby's Annaprashan (Mukhe Bhaat) in Kolkata: when to hold it, the rituals step by step, the traditional menu, guest list, decor and what to look for in a venue.
The Bengali wedding menu: what every guest expects, and how to plan yours
Plan a Bengali wedding menu that guests remember: welcome drinks, fish fry, luchi, basanti pulao, bhetki paturi, chingri malaikari, kosha mangsho, chutney, mishti doi, plus tips on balance and quantity.
The Bengali wedding, ritual by ritual: a checklist from Aiburobhaat to Bou Bhaat
Every Bengali wedding ritual in order, from Aiburobhaat and Gaye Holud to Subho Drishti, Sindoor Daan and Bou Bhaat, with what each one needs so nothing is missed.
Gaye Holud decoration ideas that look good and survive the turmeric
Gaye Holud and haldi decoration ideas for Bengali weddings in 2026: marigold backdrops, seating, tattwa display, colour palettes, lawn setups and practical tips to keep the day stress-free.
How to choose a wedding venue in South Kolkata without regretting it later
A practical guide to choosing a wedding venue in South Kolkata: location, parking, AC hall vs lawn, catering rules, decor, site-visit questions and the mistakes families make most often.
Reception stage decoration ideas: six real setups and how to choose yours
Six reception stage decoration ideas from real setups at Vicky Gardens, Kolkata: classic red and gold, peach drapes, emerald velvet, floral rings, pampas and gold, plus tips for lighting and photos.