At Oberoi's Amaranta, luxe gets a 'desi' twist with khakra, lal maas kachodi 

If you frequently are in the National Capital Region (NCR) on work or leisure and craving for a local bite, head to Amaranta at The Oberoi in Gurgaon. The luxe restaurant's new menu draws its inspiration from the various cuisines of the country.
From the Havelis of Lucknow to the 'deras' of Punjab, this new menu promises some variety, and is not the usual fare served at five-stars.

Chef Tejas Sovani, the architect behind this, has packed together a diverse menu over six months of labour. Sovani, who has had a stint at the Michelin-star winner Noma restaurant in Denmark, handpicked his team of six regional cuisine specialists from Goa, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Bengal, and Rajasthan.


The men behind the counter. Chef Sovani and his team of regional cuisine specialists.

On the menu are dishes like the Kolkata street bento box, a farsan medley with dabeli bao, 'khakra' crisps, and 'lal maas kachodi with aloo subzi' among other delicacies. Diners can also expect dhokla pakodas with chilli yogurt dip, and the mélange from Hyderabad - a delectable interplay between haleem croquettes and magaz masala.


The Kolkota Street Box offers guests an authentic taste of Bengal in the capital.

If this has whetted your appetite, start making reservations, already!


The Tiffin Box offering a delectable Kerala Fish Curry, sautéed beans and carrots, and steamed rice is a must-try.