This October, India's dining scene is getting hotter with a wave of new menus that feature bold flavours, local ingredients, and ideas from around the world. Restaurants throughout India are introducing new menu items with unique flavours. This month offers a wide variety of tasty options, perfect for those who enjoy both formal dining and more relaxed comfort cuisine. Check out the new menu items available in October!
New menus in Bengaluru
Koko
You can choose between a 5-course Classic menu and a 7-course Imperial menu at Bengaluru's KOKO, which just debuted its new Signature Set Lunch. Menus like these, which are available Monday through Friday, provide the ideal balance of price and quality. Appetisers like Miso Soup and edamame nutty soup are great places to start. Then, go on to sushi and nigiri like Hamachi Maki and Salmon Nigiri. Vegetarian truffle dumplings and Chilean sea bass dumplings are two dim sum options. Steamed John Dory, Hong Kong Soy Noodles, and Malaysian Red Chicken Curry are some of the large platters. For dessert, try Salted Caramel Crème Brûlée or The Forbidden Fruit, a mousse made with oranges and chocolate.
Sante Spa Cuisine
The new vegetarian menu at Indiranagar's Santé Spa Cuisine is the pinnacle of vegetarian cuisine. This cuisine is a showcase for inventiveness and flavour, fusing global flavours with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. You may look forward to meals such as Creole Quinoa Salad, Truffled Edamame Cappuccino, Cauliflower Nasi Goreng, and the entertaining Sushi Cake. Emerald Miso Cheesecake and similar desserts are decadent yet fun. Everyone can enjoy it because there are vegan and Jain-friendly options.
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New menus in Delhi
EEST- The Westin
With a new menu that highlights the country's cosy yet robust flavours, Korean food takes center stage this month at EEST, the sophisticated Pan-Asian restaurant at The Westin Gurgaon. Indulge in a delightful array of foods, including Bulgogi Jeongol, Bibimbap, Yangnyeom Chicken, and Tteokbokki, rice cakes with sweet and spicy sauce. Korean Bento Boxes, whether you're a vegetarian or not, have a little bit of everything for a well-rounded meal.
Indian Accent
An iconic spot in Delhi for foodies is Indian Accent. Chef Shantanu Mehrotra has curated a new tasting menu that pays homage to the classic flavours of India while also commemorating his 26 years in the industry. Meat dishes such as Aab Gosht with Lamb Dumpling and Kanyakumari Crab in Mustard and Coconut are among the non-vegetarian dishes that stand out. Vegans and vegetarians alike will swoon over the cherry-flavoured Dahi Gujiya and the eggplant-and-panchphoran orzo dish. An exquisite dessert with salted makhana chikki, berries, and custard apple cream. A five-course Lite Tasting Menu, available at Indian Accent, is another choice for individuals looking for something lighter that doesn't skimp on flavour.
Honk's
The addition of Honk's Dim Sum Brunch to the Pullman New Delhi Aerocity has made Sundays in Delhi that much more thrilling. The menu offers something for everyone, featuring hearty non-vegetarian dishes like Char Siu Pork Bao, Prawn Har Gow, and Mushroom Coriander Chili Dumpling, as well as vegetarian options like Four Season's Dumpling. In addition to this, you'll find soups, rich noodle and rice dishes like Zha Jiang Mian with Chicken and Yangzhou Fried Rice, and typical wok-fried dishes. Desserts such as Thap Thim Krop and Mango Pudding provide a pleasant sweet ending.
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New menus in Mumbai
Mercii
For as long as anyone can remember, Arpita Khan Sharma and her husband Mercii have run this restaurant as a haven for true patrons of European cuisine! The new Mercii menu features Nikkei cuisine, thanks to Chef Beena Norohna. Miniature works of art include sushi rolls, colourful brie and pear salad, and little plates like scallop tiradito in leche de tigre. A pisco flame is used to complete the Cabbage au Flambé, making it a very dramatic dish. Chocolate with blueberry compote, strawberry mousse, and cheesecake wrapped in kunafa are some of the other standouts.
SAZ American Brasserie
Interested in drinking a viral moment? That's the idea behind the new Clinkbait menu at SAZ American Brasserie in BKC. Cocktails like Atomic Blonde, which combines cranberry, maraschino, and smoky accents, and Shake It Off, which combines vodka, basil, and chamomile, are exquisite yet lively. Some more enjoyable options are Three Way Kiss, a combination of kokum and jalapeño, and Back to Seven (BTS), which combines coconut rum with mango. Third time in Thailand, and other zero-ABV beverages are just as inventive and pleasant.
Fireback
A new 5-course set menu featuring traditional Thai flavours is available at Fireback in Lower Parel for weekday lunches, perfect for professionals on the go. Sample some small plates like the betel leaf, pomelo, and toasted coconut dish called Miang Kham, or the crispy shallot-topped Chicken Gorlae. Classic Phad Thai, Chicken Krapow with Thai basil and bird's eye chilli, and Massaman Curry are some of the larger dishes. Sweet desserts such as cashew nut pudding or water chestnut rubies in coconut cream round out the dinner.
Bayroute
A taste of the Middle East is now at your table with Bayroute's new Kebab & Mezze Menu. Smoky grills, creamy dips, and aromatic spices are hallmarks of this menu, which pays homage to the region's famous flavours. Indulge in some Paneer Shish Kebab, some spicy Aleppo Kebab, or some harissa cream cheese-topped zucchini keftedes. Charmoula prawns with preserved lemon and saffron are sure to please seafood lovers! Warak Enab, Beetroot Borani, and Dark Hummus are some mezze alternatives that are excellent for sharing.
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