The Inaugural Bollywood Ladies Night At Masala Mantra A Hit

Crystal Scalese, Commissioner Sarah Baxter, Sonali Mendiratta, Sherron Permashwar and Purnima Patel.

It was a night of glitz, glamour and fun as Masala Mantra Indian Cuisine hosted its inaugural Bollywood Ladies Night on Sept. 27. The Royal Palm Beach restaurant was transformed into a venue fit for royalty.

Women from all over gathered at Masala Mantra for a women-only event. The evening featured food, drinks, dancing, prizes and networking.

Palm Beach County Commissioner Sarah Baxter and women from the Wellington Chamber of Commerce were also present. Television personality Kitty Lunden, host of “What’s Poppin’ PBC,” was the host for the evening. More than $2,000 in prizes were given away to guests.

Guests were dazzled by salsa and belly dancing. “It was an amazing evening. Just being able to celebrate with so many women was nothing short of incredible,” said Purnima Patel, co-owner of Masala Mantra.

Jenice Stalling of Styles By Stallings coordinated and designed the colorful décor for the evening. Luxury event floral designer Leah T. Williams sponsored the elegant arrangements inside and outside. Other event sponsors were: Liz Does My Hair; Oh, So Fabulous Vacations; Hey, Sandy! PR & Communications; 4 Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions in Wellington; Kofi’s Not So Wine and Wifi Bar; Forever Digital Prints; Toad Busters; Sharp Elite; Fred Astaire Dancing School Wellington; and the Hair Doctor.

Plans for next year’s celebration, scheduled for Nov. 16, 2025, are already underway.

Masala Mantra takes pride in redefining the experience of Indian cuisine, rooted in a rich tapestry of flavors, combining the time-honored traditions of Indian street foods with a modern twist that sets them apart. Visit www.masalamantraroyalpalmbeach.com to learn more.