Bukhara Retains “Best Restaurant in India” Title
NEW DELHI, India, March 7, 2014 – The anticipated second annual S. Pellegrino & Acqua Panna “Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2014” list was revealed last week in Singapore at an awards ceremony attended by Asia’s most celebrated chefs and restaurateurs. Two of ITC Hotels’ Luxury Collection flagship restaurants, Bukhara and Dum Pukht, were named to the prestigious list, with just six Indian venues included overall. Bukhara once again ranked highest in the country, maintaining its “Best Restaurant in India” title, while Dum Pukht followed closely behind.
Bukhara
Located in the five-star ITC Maurya in New Delhi, Bukhara has arguably become India’s most famous restaurant, with dignitaries, royals, celebrities and foodies from the world over flocking to the restaurant to sample the rich taste of Tandoori, a regional cuisine of Northwest India. For the last 34 years,Bukhara has been renowned for its traditionally prepared kebabs, which are served without cutlery. Signature dishes like Sikandari Raan (marinated whole leg of spring lamb) and Murgh Malai Kebab (creamy chicken kebab) are prepared under one of India’s top female toques, Manisha Bhasin. The senior executive chef of ITC Maurya strives to create new food combinations while staying faithful to traditional preparation techniques, serving up deliciously unique, yet familiar dishes.
Dum Pukht
Dum Pukht translates as ‘to breathe and cook’ and describes a traditional style of Indian cooking that involves slowly roasting and braising kebabs, stews and biryani in a sealed clay pot over a low fire. As meat cooks in its own juices, its natural flavors are intensified.
The ITC Maurya’s restaurant, which specializes in the art of Indian fine dining, is popular for its “Royal Repast,” a set menu of five courses, featuring an exquisite presentation with Shorba, Kebab, Qorma, Qaliya, Salan & Nehari, Naan, Biranj and Meetha.
Chef Manjit Gill, ITC Hotels’ corporate chef, is an authority on Indian cuisine with a lifelong goal of showcasing the subcontinent’s vast and sophisticated flavors. The hotel group is responsible for some of India’s most iconic restaurant brands, including Dakshin, specializing in South Indian coastal cuisine and Peshawri, an offshoot of the original Bukhara.
“The experience at Bukhara and Dum Pukht is a testimony to the dedication of Chef Manjit Gill and his team to providing a superior gourmet experience across its restaurants, preserving culinary traditions and celebrating the heritage of India’s regional traditions,” said Mr. Nakul Anand, CEO of ITC Hotels. “We are honored and delighted to once again receive recognition for this and to lead the way in showcasing the diversity of Indian cuisine.”
Chef Manjit Gill
Now in its second year and organized by Restaurant magazine, The S. Pellegrino & Acqua Panna “Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2014” are voted for by over 900 international restaurant industry experts.
For more information on ITC Hotels visit www.itchotels.in
For the full awards listing visit www.theworlds50best.com/asia
About ITC Hotels
ITC Hotels is one of India’s largest hotel chains with four brands in over 90 locations throughout the country. Integrating India’s fine tradition of hospitality with globally benchmarked services, the properties reflect the culture and ethos of each destination. Under the credo of “Responsible Luxury,” ITC’s Luxury Collection leads the way in sustainable hospitality while also pioneering corporate environmental and social stewardship programs. Every property in the Greenest Luxury Hotel Chain in the World isLEED® Platinum certified. The brand features opulent accommodations, state-of-the-art business facilities, renowned signature cuisine and award-winning wellness experiences.
The ten Luxury Collection properties are: ITC Maurya in New Delhi, ITC Mughal in Agra, ITC Windsor and ITC Gardenia in Bengaluru, ITC Grand Central and ITC Maratha in Mumbai, ITC Grand Chola in Chennai, ITC Rajputana in Jaipur, ITC Kakatiya in Hyderabad and ITC Sonar in Kolkata. Two new hotels, ITC Green Bharat, a Golf Resort and Spa in Manesar, and ITC Vilasa, a Luxury Resort and Spa in Mahabalipuram are opening August 2014.
Other brands in the ITC repertoire are: WelcomHotel, Fortune, and WelcomHeritage offering a wide range of options for leisure and business travelers from mid-range properties to elegant palaces. For more information visit www.itchotels.in.
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