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EVER THOUGHT about the "Nazakate-e-Tandoor" or the "Subz-e-Bahar"? In case you have or perhaps just want to check out what is the epicurean philosophy all about, then Pehli Manzil on Aurobindo Marg in South Delhi is just for you. Situated in Adchini, the restaurant claims to serve the best of royal dishes with style and grace.
An imposing assortment of more than 60 delicacies for the main course and an equal number of beverages is however bound to leave you befuddled. Maybe the starters, Murg Yakhni or the Chicken Salad might just give one the time to decide. Nawaabi Raan, the leg piece of a lamb would seem enticing, as would the tender breasts of chicken marinated in Kaju and Cheese known as Chicken Reshmi. Or one might take pleasure in the familiar Tikkas and Kababs.
The dishes seem to battle it out to find their way onto the table. The ravishing Kashmiri Rogini Gosht is pitted against the sweet-sour Murg Hathoda. Lovely music and an ambience to match with mini fountains catching your eye may just help to bring the temperatures down. Vegetarians may not lose heart either. From the familiar Dum Aloo and the range of cheese dishes to the Lajawab Arbi and Karela Musallam, there is a wide variety available.
Sabz Zafrani Biryani with its saffron flavoured basmati rice or Lucknowi Dum Gosht Biryani complemented with the beverage of your choice may make the feast a memorable one. Christabell, a concoction of mango, orange and pineapple juice with fresh cream is a good bet but connoisseurs of rum, vodka scotch, etc... won't be disappointed either.
With Stew, Korma Botti Kababs and other dishes all poised to make it to the regular menu, there are a few things you can complain about. Maybe the connoisseurs of food from the Walled City might not be able to fall in love with the delectable Nehari, chicken braised and stewed overnight or some kinds of kababs for that matter but otherwise the restaurant seems to cater to both, the gourmets as well as the gourmands. A modest collection of sweet dishes is also accepted well.
But let your taste buds decide for there is lots of food for thought. Random pick won't be a bad idea either but don't attempt to count the calories. Forget the emaciated look and dawn the emperor's gown. After all, isn't it your manzil?
S. M YASIR
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