@bisibisi_eatsNamakaranam (Naming Ceremony) Catering in Hyderabad
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We reply on WhatsApp within working hours. Veg menus from 420 plus GST. 36-hour minimum lead time.
Namakaranam is the moment a newborn officially gets a name. Most Telugu families hold it on the 11th, 12th, or 21st day after birth, with the exact date chosen by the priest based on the baby's nakshatra. The father whispers the name into the baby's right ear, the priest announces it to the gathered family, and that becomes the child's name for life. Many families pick a name that draws on the family deity, an ancestor, or the nakshatra itself.
The day stays small and family-led. Close family, the priest, sometimes a few neighbours. The mother is still in her post-natal recovery period and the day is built around her comfort. Headcount runs from 25 (immediate family only) to 150 (extended family and close friends). The meal is sattvic by tradition, with a quieter, lighter set of dishes for the mother if the family asks.
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Why Bisi Bisi for naming (namakaranam) catering
How our kitchens, scale, and lead times match the naming (namakaranam) format.
Namakaranam catering at Bisi Bisi runs at the small intimate scale that suits the ceremony (25 to 150 plates), with sattvic veg menus by default and the mother's post-natal dietary needs accommodated through a separate set of dishes if requested (lighter spice, no chillies, lighter preparations). Quotes are confirmed on WhatsApp at +91 90329 87111 within working hours. With veg menus from 420 plus GST per plate and a comfortable 24 to 36 hour lead time.
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Catering at a glance
Final price varies based on headcount and menu selection.
How a typical naming (namakaranam) day runs
The customary sequence most families follow. Catering plans backwards from this so each meal lands when it should.
- 1
Pre-pooja preparation
Family arrives. Priest sets up the naming altar with rice, kumkum, flowers. Around 30 minutes before the muhurat.
- 2
Naming ritual
Father whispers the chosen name into the baby's right ear. Priest announces the name. Family blesses the child. Around 30 to 45 minutes total.
- 3
Family meal
Sattvic lunch for 25 to 150 guests. Banana-leaf or buffet, depending on scale.
How we plan naming (namakaranam) catering
The logistics decisions that shape your quote. Tell us your direction on each in the form above and the menu lands accurate from the start.
- →Small intimate scale (25 to 150 plates). Banana-leaf works comfortably; buffet works equally well.
- →Sattvic menu (no onion, no garlic) is the cultural default for Namakaranam.
- →The mother is in post-natal recovery. Plan dietary options that work for her: lighter dishes, less spice, no chillies if requested.
- →Lead time: 24 to 36 hours is comfortable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the starting price for Naming (Namakaranam) catering in Hyderabad?+
Veg menus start at 420 plus GST per plate. Final price varies based on guest count, menu selection (number of items, premium add-ons), and service style: Banti Bhojanam (banana-leaf seated row service rooted in the Telugu tradition), Buffet, or Plated. We share a customised quote on WhatsApp once we know your event details.
What is the minimum lead time?+
36 hours is our minimum confirmation window. For naming (namakaranam) events above 250 plates we recommend 5 to 7 days notice so the menu, manpower and packaging can be coordinated cleanly.
What is the typical guest count for Naming (Namakaranam) catering?+
Most naming (namakaranam) bookings sit between 25 to 150 guests. We accept a 15-plate minimum for veg menus and 25 for non-veg, and scale up to 1,500 plates for large events.
What kind of cuisine do you cater?+
Authentic Telugu and South Indian cuisine - Andhra and Telangana classics (gongura pachadi, pulihora, pesarattu, pappucharu, mamsam pulao) alongside Karnataka and Tamil South Indian dishes. The veg menu has 60+ items across pachadi, podis, rices, breads, gravies, and desserts; non-veg adds biryani, kodi (chicken) and goat preparations.
Where in Hyderabad do you cater?+
Across Hyderabad: 138 localities catered. See the full area list at /catering/hyderabad.
Can the menu be customised (Veg only, no-onion-no-garlic, Jain, regional)?+
Yes. The standard Telugu and South Indian menu has 60+ items across starters, rices, breads, gravies, and desserts. You can choose Veg or Non-Veg, request sattvic / no-onion-no-garlic / Jain preparations, or describe a custom menu in the quote form. The team confirms specifics on WhatsApp.
Can you accommodate the mother's post-natal dietary needs?+
Yes. Many Namakaranam events include a separate plate or set of dishes for the mother, with reduced spice, no chillies, and lighter preparations as per her doctor's or family elder's guidance. Tell us the requirements in the enquiry.
Naming (Namakaranam) catering across Hyderabad
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- Madhapur
- Jubilee Hills
- Banjara Hills
- Gachibowli
- Kondapur
- HITEC City
- Kukatpally
- Miyapur
- Ameerpet
- Secunderabad
- Kompally
- Uppal
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