Before it was ITC Windsor, it was Windsor Manor, a hotel my parents and I visited for special occasions when I was a child. I remember at least one meal at The Royal Afghan. So, when this restaurant, which has never changed its menu, dishes, or recipes, turned 35, and decided to celebrate with a month long special, I had to join in!
The special signature chef’s choice menu, crafted by Chef Riyaz Ahmed and team gives diners a chance to try almost all the restaurant’s North West Frontier offerings – so be prepared to eat a lot, and really well! The menu at Royal Afghan isn’t vast, but curated, presenting the best dishes, with special spices and techniques handed down and honed over the last three and half decades and with the aim of maintaining the exacting standards and flavors. Now, here’s a pictorial journey of our beautiful lunch, for day or night, the poolside setting affords a lovely ambience.
Tandoori Jhinga – Tiger Prawns farmed by ITC Foods itself, this was heavenly!
Kadak Seekh Kebab – you won’t be able to stop eating this!
The delectable Tandoori Chicken (made with yellow chilli powder)
The rich and smoky Barrah Kebab
A medley of the vegetarian starters: Subz Seekh Kebab, Tandoori Aloo, Tandoori Phool, Paneer Tikka, Tandoori Simla Mirch
Indian Breads, including a Khasta Roti, a family favorite
Dal Bukhara and Butter Chicken – traditional dishes that complete the meal
The Sikandari Raan – the restaurant’s specialty and a favorite with diners
Kulfi – oh so good! Light in flavor and consistency, this was
Gulab Jamun – need I say more?
Details: The Royal Afghan, ITC Windsor; Anniversary signature menu INR 3300 plus taxes (non veg) & Rs. 2800 plus taxes (veg) per person; Available through Sunday, 30th November, 2017.
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