Restaurants in Kathmandu serve a wide variety of Indian cuisines. But authentic Rajasthani cuisine seems to be a little out of grasp. To fill this void, Vivanta Kathmandu is organizing a grand cultural event ‘Royal Flavor of Rajasthan’ at Mynt in Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur.
With limitless appetizers and a buffet for just Rs 2000 per person, you can try out delectable Rajasthani food from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm from July 21–31.
Sanjeev Kumar Suman, executive chef at Mynt, has decades of experience working at Rambagh Palace in Jaipur. He has selected the finest of Rajasthani delicacies for the event.
While running us through the dishes, the chef provided us with historical context on the origins of Rajasthani cuisine. Dry weather conditions and water scarcity in the region were apparently major influences for its culinary traditions, leading people to adopt a variety of preservation techniques and ingredients that can withstand a harsh environment.
The staff at the food counter were dressed in colorful Rajasthani pagri, which gave off a Rajasthani vibe. You will be served a genuine Rajasthani chaat as a starter, along with a number of other items like Papdi/Dahi wali/ Kachori and other dishes including Dahi ke Kebab, Sarso Wali Tawa Machli, and many others which are popular in the region.
You will also find a section dedicated to rotis where you may treat your palate to some of Rajasthan’s unique rotis, like Methi Roti, Bajre ki Roti, Missi Roti, and Makki Roti.
Make sure you are famished on the day you choose to attend the event because the options for the main course might be overwhelming otherwise. There are plenty of choices for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians.
Some dishes that we recommend are the Jodhpuri Kabuli Pulao, Jodhpur Aloo Pyaj, Churma, Ker Sangri, Dhungar Paneer, Rajasthani Gatta Curry, and Laal Maas. Also, don’t miss out on popular Rajasthani sweets such as Malpwa, Ghewar with Rabdi, and Moong Dal Halwa.
To discover more about Rajasthani food, its potent flavors, and earthy ingredients, visitors can speak to the chefs and staff. The ingredients will also be exhibited so those who are interested can learn more about the cuisine. Additionally the decor of the place—the vibrant colors, traditional painting and art among others—will make you feel like you are somewhere in Rajasthan.
What’s more, there will be live music and you will get to be a part of a lucky draw contest too.
Their specials:
Bajre Ki Roti
Jodhpuri Kabuli Pulao
Laal Maas
Ghevar with Rabdi
Ker Sangri
Location: Jhamsikhel, Kathmandu
Meal for two: Rs 4,000
Opening hours: 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Contact: 01-5525002
Online payment: Accepted
Parking: Available
