Mehfil to metropolis: Tudum’s sufi baithaks illuminates Bengaluru nightlife

Stepping onto the red carpet, guided by the doorman at Tudum on a crisp November evening in Bengaluru, the jasmine gajra adorning my right hand, hints at the immersive experience awaiting within. Tudum, an onomatopoeic echo familiar to Netflix enthusiasts, is not just a restaurant; it hopes to be a festive dining space with sufi nights, belly dancing and aerial performances. Named after the sound one hears when clicking the play button at the beginning of a Netflix media programme, Tudum’s bar menu has drinks that are named after shows and movies on the streaming platform. The Heart of Stone cocktail, featuring jasmine tea-infused gin, sweet lime, fresh ginger, tea syrup, and apple juice, delivers a blend of sweet, tart, warm, and floral notes.