Families flock to Aljada’s Indian Independence Day offerings  

Children and couples frolicked to vibrant cultural offerings from the Indian subcontinent – Bollywood music and performers – juxtaposed with Emirati-grown fruits, vegetables and Arabian dessert. 

Held on Indian Independence Day on 15 August, 7pm – 10pm, Aljada’s fun-filled evening was fueled by live entertainment, drummers, dancers, specialty snacks and wholesome delights.  

Smoothies inspired by the tri-color Indian flag – made with orange, sweet melon and kiwi – were on offer from Cintafresh, along with ice cream and palada payasam, a dairy-based traditional dessert. 

Manbat’s regular offerings were also to be had, with the region’s finest fruit and fresh vegetables promoting wellness including organic sweet corn, watermelon, okra, potatoes, cucumbers, spinach, parsley, dates, figs and eggs.