“Tis the season to be jolly” – as the holiday season starts across the western countries. Christmas celebration and the holiday week have been an intricate part of western culture for centuries. Gradually the holiday festivities and merriment caught up in Bangladesh as well. On that note, Christmas and New years have particularly made their way to the local celebrations. Upscale hotels across Dhaka have become a hub for these celebrations. With that said, here are the best hotels and restaurants in Dhaka to celebrate Christmas lunch or dinner. Best Hotels and Restaurants in Dhaka to Celebrate Christmas Lunch and Dinner Most of the restaurants that offer specialized dinner menus at Christmas are high-end ones and have limited capacities. It is suggested to book early for a table through their contact channels. Pan Pacific Sonargaon Pan Pacific Sonargaon has been organizing festive programs for a long time now. Their main focus always centers around Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Like every year, diners can take part in the day-long festivities and program on Christmas day. There is also a buffet option at their café Bazar on the eve and Christmas day. The price of the buffet is 4500 BDT with a buy 1 gets 1 offer on selected cards. Read Top 10 Buffet Restaurants in Dhaka City The Way Dhaka The Way Dhaka is one of the recent international chains that opened in Dhaka. Situated at the heart of the Gulshan business district, The Way offers some of the most exquisite oriental and Mediterranean dining experiences. Their signature in-house restaurant, Top of the Way will host a Christmas dinner this year. The buffet dinner is priced at 5499 BDT with a buy 1 get 2 options. The multi-cuisine experience with a live kitchen can be a great way to enliven the Christmas merriment. Their Facebook Page has reservation details. Read Seafood restaurants in Dhaka to remind you the taste of ocean Elements by InterContinental Dhaka Elements by InterContinental Dhaka is a well known continental cuisine restaurant in Dhaka. Their range of items and ambiance makes it a perfect dining spot for couples and family outings. Like every year, the restaurant is offering a specialized buffet for Christmas dinner at 6500 BDT. There is a buy 1 get 1 option on selected cards. Diners will have to make a reservation as the places are limited. Reservations can be made through the contacts on their Facebook Page. Read Instagrammable Rooftop Restaurants in Uttara Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden Situated in Airport Road, Radisson Blu Dhaka is part of the global international chain, the Radisson Blu hotels. This 4-star hotel takes on a scintillating look for the occasion of Christmas and new year.

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump attended a music-filled Christmas Eve service at a Southern Baptist Convention-affiliated church before celebrating the holiday with dinner in the ballroom of his private club.

Depending on which country they're from, the kids may ask about Father Christmas, Papa Noel, Saint Nick or Santa Claus.

Depending on which country they're from, the kids may ask about Father Christmas, Papa Noel, Saint Nick or Santa Claus.