When someone mentions winter, what are the things that come to your mind? Heavy, itchy woolen clothes? Chapped lips and cracked heels? The cozy feel of your blanket? Steaming cups of caffeine? I am sure all of this and also, barbeque grilled food, gajar ka halwa and all kinds of seasonal delicacies, that are not only finger licking but also packed with multiple benefits that help you stay warm and strengthens your immunity.
Following is a list of the top five places in Delhi that are churning out the best winter special menu.
Step into Royal China and let your gastronomic whims come alive amidst the amazing ambience and let it pamper you with a generous garnish of culinary delight as it brings their special Winter Festive Menu. You can celebrate this festive season and chilly winter wind with your family and friends while you gorge on delicious delicacies at Royal China. This multi-course special menu, with plenty of options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, is the best one can gorge on as the year comes to a close. The menu includes: Duck Pan Cake, Mock Chicken With Dry Red Chilli, Shredded Chicken with Black Mushrooms, Steamed Fish in Yellow Bean Sauce, Clear Soup with Noodle, Mapo Tofu & Deep-fried Ice cream from Royal China.
Punjab Grill, the fine dining gourmet restaurant from the house of Lite Bite Foods, famous for a feast fit for a prince is also here with a special winter fare. Having been introduced at all the outlets from December onwards; the brand has put together some lip-smacking dishes which are a variety of classic winter dishes. Take for instance, their piping hot bowl of Nimbu Dhaniya Shorba and or delicacies such as Chukandar ke Kebab. The main course offers some classic and soulful yet quirky dishes such as Achari Murgh Desi Ghee Khichdi, Methi Murgh, Bheja Masala, and ofcourse, the star of the menu, the evergreen Sarson Da Saag and Makki Ki Roti.
You can relish your heavenly meal on a sweet note with Gajar Ka Halwa. So hurry and make a visit to Punjab Grill before the winter gives way to sunny days!
“When #SardiIsComing, we got your Punjabi fix to keep you warm! Such saag, Much swag!” is the tagline of the special winter menu at Dhaba by Claridges. Dhaba by Claridges assures the best of local produce that provides the energy required to stay warm and healthy through the coming winter. They have handpicked the best seasonal delicacies and put them together in an exciting menu called #SeasonKaFunda. As the name suggests; this will be your best Punjabi winter fix this year. Chef Ravi feels freshly cooked food and use of fresh masalas epitomize Dhaba food and that is what he replicates in his own kitchen. For non vegetarians, there’s Tandoori Pomfret made with homemade spices and yogurt, cooked in tandoor; Tawa Bater Masala made with whole marinated quails cooked in tandoor and finished on tawa with warming spices; Kadhi Chicken with chicken joints cooked in a special “Punjabi kadhi” gravy; Saag Ghost or mutton prepared with fresh spinach and mustard leaves; delightful Keema Matar or minced mutton cooked with fresh green peas, onion, tomato and homemade spices; Methi Murgh made with joints of chicken and fresh fenugreek leaves, onion, tomato, spices is a very special add on to the menu, a soul-warming dish. As for vegetarians, there is the newly introduced Kathal ke Chaap made of minced jackfruit cutlets and home ground spices. Apart from the classic Sarson da Saag and Aloo Methi with a little bit of Dhaba twist and swag, they have Gajar Matar created by the chef with fresh winter carrots and green peas tossed with onion, tomato and spices.
If you don’t mind heading to the NCR region, then Gurgaon’s Indian Grill Room is the best option you can go for a cosy dining option. The in-house cooking magicians of Indian Grill Room have crafted the the Winter Special Menu to serve each and every growing palate here! The Winter warmth includes Lemon Coriander Chicken, Lemon Garlic Grill Fish, Subz Galawat, Chilly Garlic Noodles, Paneer Garam Masala, Corn Chimichanga, Handi Meat and Vegetable in Almond Sauce!
To top these savouries, if you’s prefer this festive season to end on a note of wine-sipping and merrymaking, then Smoke House Deli’s Mulled Wine Festival which began from 23 November onwards is where you need to go. These boozy and homely drinks are sure to keep you warm, whether or not you like your tipple spirited, all while being nestled in a cosy setting and watching the surroundings come alive in festive décor. If you are looking at keeping things traditional, sip into the SHD Classic Mulled Wine – a delicious infusion of merlot with fresh autumn fruits and select Indian spices and smoked pomegranates. For a drink that exudes warmth, reach out to Christmas Hot Toddy with a dash of Yo Ho Ho and hot brandy. And while there is the good ol’ hot chocolate on the menu, once you’ve had the SHD version of the ‘Better than Baileys Hot Chocolate’ with Drambuie, roasted marshmallow and rum ‘n raisin brownie – you wouldn’t want to have it any other way.
So, put on your best wear and pick your favourite joint for a stirring experience for the connoiseur in you. Have a crackling new year. Cheers!