Chef Madhumita is hosting a Bengali pop-up at Caju Grove, Guirim, on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
The event features unique dishes blending home-style comfort with elevated presentation.
Guests can enjoy storytelling through each dish and meet the chef behind it.
This Sunday, filmmaker-turned-chef, Chef Madhumita, is bringing the rich cultural taste the West Bengal's cuisine to Goa.
Having grown up with a wide range of Bengali food and having enjoyed a variety of local dishes, she plans to burst the myth that Bengali food is all about fish and fish-curry-rice.
Make your way to Caju Grove in Guirim, North Goa, on Sunday, July 13, 2025, to enjoy a taste of India's east as you visit the Bengali cuisine Pop-Up event that is also a sit-down lunch and dinner.
Enjoy a wide variety of Bengali dishes, that are not only authentic in taste, but also in vibes, as the chef herself has grown up with these local Bengali delicacies.
“When I have these pop-up events, the experience goes beyond food for me,” says Chef Madhumita, who goes by the brand name ‘Insomniac Cook’ and has a page going by the same name as well.
“For me, it's more than just a food pop-up event, it is more about telling my guests stories through my food, since I interact with the guests, and the guests also get to speak to the chef,” she mentions.
For me, it's more than just a food pop-up event, it is more about telling my guests stories through my food.
Chef Madhumita, Bengali food pop-up, Caju Grove, Guirim
Madhumita recently moved from Mumbai to Goa, and wants to give a taste of Bengali cuisine to her guests by offering dishes that they usually would not be able to get in restaurants in Goa.
“Through this food pop-up event, I am offering a blend of both, not completely restaurant food, nor completely homecooked. Maybe you can call it 'elevated home food',” Madhumita shares.
“I loved feeding my friends Bengali cuisine. That is what inspired me. I also want to show that Bengali cuisine values seasonal produce. While some of the ingredients are sourced locally, some that are authentic to Bengal have been brought all the way down from Kolkata,” she reveals.
“Usually, when we have our meal, we start it with a dish called Shukto, a local delicacy that is slightly bitter and sweet in taste,” informs the chef.
Shukto is a part of the spread which includes other dishes, like Begun Bhaja (brinjal fried in mustard oil), Chhana Bhapa (cottage cheese steamed with mustard coconut), Kosha Murgi, where Kosha means bhuna or slow-cooked chicken curry.
“Not only do I want my guests to try food that they otherwise wouldn't get to taste, but to also be able to connect with them,” Madhumita says.
While the pop-up is open to all, pre-booking is mandatory.
Shukto is a part of the spread which includes other dishes, like Begun Bhaja (brinjal fried in mustard oil), Chhana Bhapa (cottage cheese steamed with mustard coconut), Kosha Murgi, where Kosha means bhuna or slow-cooked chicken curry.
DETAILS
WHAT: Bengali Food Pop-Up, sit-down lunch/dinner
WHEN: Sunday, July 13, 2025
WHERE: Caju Grove, Guirim, North Goa
TIMINGS: 12.30 pm (lunch) and 7.30 pm onwards (dinner)
RESERVATIONS: +91 9892803506 (pre-booking is mandatory)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
What is the Bengali Food Pop-Up event in Guirim, in North Goa, all about?
It’s a sit-down lunch and dinner showcasing authentic Bengali dishes, curated by Chef Madhumita.
Who is hosting the Bengali food pop-up event at Caju Grove?
Chef Madhumita, a former filmmaker-turned-chef, with the brand name ‘Insomniac Cook’, is hosting the event.
What makes this event different from typical restaurant experiences?
It’s an immersive, chef-led dining experience that blends personal storytelling with curated Bengali cuisine.
Is the food traditional or has it been modernised?
The dishes reflect traditional flavours with an elevated home-style touch, not restaurant-style plating.
What are some signature Bengali dishes being served?
Items include Shukto, Begun Bhaja, Chhana Bhapa, and Kosha Murgi, highlighting seasonal and regional ingredients.
Are the ingredients locally sourced or brought from Bengal?
It’s a mix — local produce is used along with key ingredients sourced from Kolkata for authenticity.
Can guests interact with the chef during the event?
Yes, the guests can interact with the chef as she offers insights and stories behind the food.