Himalayan Tasting Menu
“From the Foothills to the Peaks”
- A Himalayan Sojourn
Welcome to a journey that begins in the misty foothills & rises through sacred valleys & snow-draped peaks. Our tasting menu is an ode to the majestic Himalayan range - a region not defined by one land, but by shared spirit, memory & the warmth of mountain kitchens. Each course is a stop along the way, carefully crafted to honour the flavours & stories of this breathtaking region.
We begin in the lake town of Nainital, where winter evenings bring the scent of roasting sweet potatoes to the streets. Our first course, Shakarkandi ki Chaat, captures that rustic charm - smoky, tangy & spiced just enough to awaken the senses. A humble beginning, grounded in tradition.
Next, we ascend into the serene hills of Dharamshala, where Tibetan & Himachali cultures intertwine. Here, the food is both spiritual & sustaining. Our handmade Momo dumplings, delicately pleated & filled with prawns are served with a fiery chutney that evokes mountain fires & communal kitchens. Traditionally, they are filled with vegetables.
We then arrive at the rugged Landscapes of Garhwal, where food is cooked over flame & flavoured with the wild. Chef Dinesh’s Bhatti Murgh is a signature tribute to his roots - a chargrilled mountain chicken marinated in mustard oil, Himalayan spices & slow-roasted to capture the essence of the region’s earthy soul.
As we journey further north, the landscape softens into the poetic beauty of Kashmir. Here, cuisine is regal & refined. Our Kashmiri Lamb Chop, tender & aromatic with hints of saffron, fennel & dried ginger, tells of Wazwan feasts, saffron fields & the delicate luxury of valley life.
For dessert, we offer a sweet farewell from the plains of Jammu - a bowl of Kesar Phirni, gently infused with saffron & cardamom, its creamy texture cradling the richness of tradition passed down in brass pots & family stories.
And to end this Himalayan sojourn, a cup of Kahwa - the spiced green tea brewed with cinnamon, cardamom, almonds & threads of saffron. A final warmth to carry with you, like the memory of a mountain sunset.
Each dish is a step, each flavour a peak.
We hope this meal lingers with you - not just in taste, but in spirit.