Lodi The Garden Restaurant's New Menu Has Chai Sangria & Jamun Sorbet

Our perennial favourite, Lodi – the Garden Restaurant, celebrates turning 16 with a revamped menu by Chef Pallavi Mithika.

Kasundi Grilled Chicken Skewers, Jamun Sorbet

Chai Sangria {they had me at ‘chai’}

Relaxed ambience and a great vibe

A discreet escape in the centre of the city, Lodi – the Garden Restaurant is an idyllic space to unwind at. It’s nothing short of magic to be sitting under a jamun tree on a moonlit weeknight, with pebbles under your feet and mellow tunes to round off the experience. In such a setting, F&B is a bonus.

The sweet sixteen celebrations include an overhaul of the {aesthetically pleasing} menu by Chef Pallavi Mithika, who brings the focus to homegrown ingredients, fresh cheeses and lovingly-infused oils. We were invited to a night of wine and canapés, featuring delicious wine cocktails using No.3 Clive Road chai blends and an array of small bites.

The Kasundi Grilled Chicken Skewers were table favourites {my nostalgic east-Indian palate being only one of three unanimous votes}, with the Tempura Sweet Chilli Shrimp taking second place. The tomato, olive and feta bruschetta offered a good bite of tangy freshness. On the underwhelming side were the cauliflower croquettes and spinach and feta cigars, but came with sassy tomato chutney and tzatziki accompaniments, respectively {jars of these are on sale at the deli; yay!}.

The evening ended sweetly with the baked cheesecake with toffee sauce and fresh fig and a short film on Lakshman Sagar, inspiring some #holidaygoals.

Head over with your loved one{s}, listen to some fine indie tunes, and take a break from the hustle bustle.