Dining Meets Royalty at RIYASAT

By Pamela Nandi | Nov 02, 2019

Riyasat means dynasty, an opportunity to dine with royalty that creates a culinary art form which is simply unimaginable – a chance to taste royal cuisines of India, influenced by other cultures, a wide variety of cooking styles thus leaving history behind every dish.

A tale of royalty, for a taste of dining at Riyasat – another phenomenal restaurant crafted under Speciality Restaurants Limited offers a gallery of cuisines flowing from the magnificent royal kitchens of India – a dream culinary venture launched by the mentor, director of Speciality Restaurants Limited – Mr Anjan Chatterjee and Masterchef judge Chef Surjan Singh Jolly by translating the warmth of Riyasati Gharana food under a regal ambience which truly stands out. The royal feast proudly showcases Travel for food; the adventures and experiences, through their culinary travel by exploring the gastronomy of Raja, Maharajas of princely areas of Rajasthan, Lucknow, Punjab, Delhi, Bengal, the kitchen secrets and getting inspired for the next getaway in meeting the royalty.

**Masterchef judge Chef Surjan Singh Jolly**

The Decor –

Royal culture has marked the world in many ways. How about when it reflects the super cosy decor in terms of dining with a plush velvety look in its attractive blue and red tones.

The Royal Inspired Dining brings back Royal Raj look through its eclectic decor, comfortable seating arrangements, an antique style unique wall mirrors glimmered by crafted golden pendant lights soothes the senses along with modish taste.

The impeccable wall design studded with fantastic creative artwork by a talented decorative artist makes the area looks capacious and sets the mood of every guest.

According to Mr Anjan Chatterjee, food is a celebration that can unite and strengthen bonds among people.

The royal family favourites – whether grilled chunks of meat or smoked tikkas or marinations that are unexplored – a riot of fresh local ingredients, dense colour adapted a great concoction of contemporary todays eating by bringing the simplest thing in a humble manner however retaining the authenticity, best tasting, high quality and that is what makes Riyasat offer an utterly unique gastronomic lifestyle.

Discover some awesome cocktails and mocktails that capture your essence – a drink for every occasion showcasing the unique flavour with dramatically beautiful colours to boost up your mood.

Coming to the royal food.

APPETIZERS –

Khoya Malai Broccoli Saunfiya – Creamy and delicious broccoli grilled to perfection in the marinade, mix together hung curd, cashew paste, fresh cream, grated cheese, khoya (mawa) and perfumed with Indian spices.

Shikanje Ka Murgh – One of the most indulgent version of chicken. Boneless pieces of chicken grilled in world famous chilies from South – hot guntur chillies and curry leaves which is very aromatic and palatable.

MAIN COURSES –

Thikri Ki Dal – ‘Thikri’ means pieces of freshly broken clay earthenware pot which is used to season the dish. Yellow lentil stewed in asafoetida (hing) and fried with garlic chilly, made more fragrant by dipping in smoked clay. The earthy, crunchy flavour is outstanding.

Malai Makhan Makhana – The protein-rich paneer picks up the flavour from the mild Mughlai curry. Pan-fried curd cheese tikki proudly sits on a delectable tomato saffron gravy. Garnished with lotus pops. Tastes incredible.

Lal Mas Mathaniya – The dish from the land of kings and ‘laal maas’ – Rajasthan. Lamb shacks braised in a gravy of yoghurt, finest grade of Mathaniya chillis, clove. Hot and spicy red coloured mutton curry with robust flavour and the smoky taste.

Prawn Pardanashi – Poached and baked king prawns taking a nap in a milky white gravy of coconut milk and crushed coriander stem. Something very different that I have never tasted before. Comes with marvellous aromatic flavour – more delicate, soft and sweeter, met-in-mouth flesh of the prawns.