'I discovered a gem in Khan Market, New Delhi' - by K.J.S.Chatrath

I love Indian food.

I love tasty Indian food.

 But I hate to pay for the uniforms of the waiters serving the food or the expensive crockery in which it is served or the plush carpet under the feet, or the expensive dim lights, or the stylish furniture or neatly washed costly napkins - in all what the hoity-toity call 'ambience'. And, and where at the end of the meal, one has to pay over Rs.100 as tip.

I go after the basics. The food should be tasty, good to look at and affordable.

And this is what I discovered last week in New Delhi's fancy Khan Market.

The fixed menu was dal and saag paneer, The dishes were watery but very tasty. And the rotis- believe me some of the best I have had in my life. A dollop of nutralite 'butter' for those who cant do without the real thing.

The venue- under a big tree, on the low wall where the cars go for repairs, near the temple in Khan Market. The clientele- auto repairmen, auto drivers and those working in Khan Market shops.

The price? Yes, the price....I paid Rs.40/- for this thali with three chappatis.

 And would I love to go there again? Yes...Anytime, Any day.

Bon apetit!

' A three-course Norwegian meal' by K.J.S. Chatrath

I know this does not really fall under 'Indian restaurants worldwide' but since it deals with food, I am putting it in this blog.

Take a look at  a three-course Norwegian meal which I had two months back in Norway.

 The starter or the 'Entree'- lightly marinated salmon with lemon cream. That rectangular thin strip is the salmon! Of course the Americans call the main dish as 'Entree', and pray who can stop them from saying so?

 The main dish - something like an aloo tikee with peanuts. It was as bland as anything can be. Dont miss those three brown things- those are boiled potatoes in jackets!

The dessert was as tasty as it was good looking.

I am not a big eater, but still I was hungry at the end of this good looking meal. 

My take- Indian cuisine is the best in the world.

Say with pride that Indian food is the best in the world. 

गर्व से कहो की भारतीय खाना दुनिया में सब से अच्छा है! 

जय हिन्द!

'Tabbakh restaurant, Bhopal India' by K.J.S.Chatrath

While visiting Bhopal earlier this year I had an excellent Chicken Biryani at a restaurant opposite the entrance to the Taj-ul-Masjid. Last week I visited Bhopal again and went to the same restaurant around lunch time.

A tough looking Afghan with a lathi in his hand opened the door for me.

When a waiter came to take my order, I asked him first to explain the meaning of 'Tabbakh'. He explained that it was an arabic word meaning 'cook'. I accepted that and placed order for 'Chicken Stew' and tandoori roti.

Chicken Stew did not find a place in their menu, but was served after a wait of about 15 minutes.

Chicken Stew

Tandoori roti was good but made of 'maida' and not atta. 

Th very first bite showed the excellent quality of the dish. It had a liberal presence of garlic, ginger and oil, besides well cooked chicken pieces and other masalas (spices). The quantity served was generous.

And thn I ordered 'Phirni'. It tasted very good and was not too sweet.

And then the bill arrived- Rs.180 for the Chicken Stew, Rs.24 for two rotis and Rs.40 for the 'Phirni'. I added 10% as tip and left the restaurant in a happy mood.

P.S. Those who are fussy about their cholestorol levels, may better avoid.... 

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'Makki Di Roti Tey Sarson Da Saag' by K.J.S.Chatrath

Now is the season to enjoy one of Punjab's hot favourites- Makki Di Roti + Sarson Da Saag मक्की दी रोटी तेय सरसों दा  साग ...What this photo misses is a big dollop of home made butter.

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'Govinda Restaurant, Budapest, Hungary' by K.J.S.Chatrath

 Govinda Restaurant, Budapest, Hungary:

The history of the restaurant goes back to 1996 when the unique Indian vegetarian restaurant, Govinda opened. After 6 years of successful work the restaurant moved to Vigyázó Ferenc street in the 5th district of Budapest, where former Gandhi restaurant was. Here we can serve our guests in a bigger place, with more varieties of food and more quickly.
From our counter our visitors can choose from 20 kinds of warm food, from the salad counter many delicious salads. Moreover we can serve you our own special (alcohol free) drinks and sweets. Every day we offer you new and new meals so you cannot get bored with them. According to the needs we can have smaller programs (with 20-50 people) in the restaurant but we can cook for bigger programs also (for 50-150 people).

No smoking or drinking  alcohol is permitted in  this restaurant. .

	Reservation:	+36 1 473-13-10
	Opening hours:	Mo - Fr: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sa: 12 a.m. – 9 p.m., Su: Closed
	Website:	www.govinda.hu
	Address:	Budapest 1051 Vigyázó Ferenc utca 4. ..........................................................

 Note: I have not tried food in Govinda, as yet. ....K.J.S.Chatrath

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'Want to achieve 'Nirvana'? Try Indian food' - by K.J.S,Chatrath

'Want to achieve 'Nirvana'? Try Indian food'.

Indian food - the best food on planet earth!

'Fluffy steam cooked idlis and deep fried vada with sambar and chutney...Indian food to die for!' by K.J.S.Chatrath

Fluffy steam cooked idlis and deep fried vada with sambar and chutney...Indian food to die for!