What happens when the visionary artists of the wedding industry come together? It’s a creative extravaganza! That is exactly what happened at The Wedding Innovators Table hosted by WedMeGood and Glenfiddich at Gallops in Mumbai.
In the shimmering cityscape of Mumbai, a splendid vision emerged—a sequel destined for brilliance, echoing the resounding success of The Wedding Innovators Table 1.0 that captivated Delhi in 2022. This time, the heartbeat of opulence pulsed anew, beckoning the luminaries of the wedding industry to an intimate rendezvous—a tapestry woven with luxury, epicurean delights, and the golden elixir, Glenfiddich.
Picture this: an event steeped in elegance where every detail sang in perfect harmony—the setting, adorned with a touch of regality; the decorations, a dance of sophistication; the culinary indulgences, a symphony of flavours orchestrated to perfection. Yet, amidst this resplendence, the true stars were not just the glamorous trappings but the illustrious guests themselves—the veritable titans of the wedding realm.
The event kicked off right before the mega-wedding season of 2023, with a sophisticated whisky pairing menu at Gallops, Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai. A distinct Glenfiddich variation was coupled with each course that was served, and the Brand Ambassador for Glenfiddich India, Angad Singh Gandhi explained the pairing process to the guests with extraordinary detail. The event was also graced by Ms Kapila Sethi Kad, the Head of Marketing at William Grant & Sons India, the parent company behind the iconic Glenfiddich as well as numerous other luxury spirits, and the Brand Manager- Glenfiddich, Ms Sanjana Chaudhary.
In the culinary realm of Gallops, Mumbai, a masterpiece unfurled—a bespoke degustation menu meticulously crafted to harmonize with magnificent whisky. As the curtains rose on this epicurean extravaganza, Glenfiddich 15-year-old took centre stage, hand in hand with delectable appetizers. Here, Angad Singh Gandhi, an aficionado of whisky, took the honoured guests on an exquisite voyage of liquid sunshine! With the crescendo building, the entrée sauntered in, twirling gracefully with Glenfiddich 18-year-old—a symphony of flavours that danced in harmony, each sip unlocking a trove of timeless sophistication, a tribute to the artistry of both culinary craft and distillation mastery. But ah, the pièce de résistance emerged with a flourish—the star of the show, the revered Glenfiddich 21-year-old. Paired delicately with the dessert, it was a union of elegance and indulgence!
Amidst the aura of refinement, a moment of grandeur unfolded – the launch of Glenfiddich’s luxurious collection in India. Behold the Grand Cru (23-year-old), Grande Couronne (26-year-old), Grand Yozakura (the limited edition 29-year-old), and the Suspended Time (30-year-old) – each variant embodying the epitome of sophistication and exclusivity, gracing the Indian connoisseur with an unparalleled experience of opulence.
The attendees of The Wedding Innovators Table included popular names from the wedding industry. Celebrity makeup artists Namrata Soni, Monika Dey, and Mita Vasvani were there, alongside renowned designer Jatin Malik. The guest list included top-notch wedding photographers like Rima Gada from SeventybyTwo, Vaibhav Singhvee from Movie’ing Moments, Varun Malik from Rikaar Films, Deepanshi Kapoor from Happyframes, and Aditya from Heart and Craft.
Some of the best wedding planners in the country were also part of this gathering. Aashay Samel from Tamarind Global Weddings, Yash Bhagat from Panaash Entertainment, Nitin from TWD India, Imran Qureshi from Dreamzkraft, Nishit from Rainbow Nine Events and Ragini Shrivastava from Doli Saja Ke Rakhna. The event also saw the presence of hospitality experts from Blue Sea Group and Digisha Shah from DSPR. All of these under one roof, to discuss weddings and whisky!
At the Wedding Innovators Table, ideas ignited like fireworks, birthing innovation, creativity, and collaborations. It was a gathering where brilliance collided, promising an upcoming wedding season steeped in sheer extraordinariness!