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English dinner. The hall is nicely lit with antique and vintage chandeliers and maintains its traditional and cultural values. The clubhouse runs a bakery that is exclusive to its members and offers wonderful selection of savory pastries, croissants, cookies and bread. The club also has a Chinese restaurant, a Tandoor Corner, and a Wine and Cigar Bar. The clubhouse also maintains a library for reading and pleasure. The club has a stunning collection of silver services including silverware that is only used on special events like the lunch session held for
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the club, it can take from years up to a decade sometimes depending on whether the applicant has recommendations of family members associated with the club or has a prominent standing in the society through their work. The club gives honorary membership only in special cases, like
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