Bong Appetit
The winter specials at Bong Appetit have us drooling. A probashi Bengali's dream come true, the savouries include Mutton Shingara, Ghugni, Coffee House Chicken Sandwich and a smashing Shukto. The desserts have a Nolan Gurer Ice-cream, {the gur is available only during winters and has a beautiful aftertaste} and a Baked Mihidana. Are you going?
Where: L 71, Malviya Nagar
Nearest Metro Station: Malviya Nagar
Price: INR 900 for two {approx.}
Contact: 011-4184 1010, +91-9968094422
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Guppy by Ai
Guppy by Ai recognises that in the winter, the first priority is to stay warm. Enter their range of special ‘Hot Pots’ for winter. There’s vegetarian and prawn variants, but the most special offering? Nabemono, a thick stew {usually made with Black Chicken} that’s made and kept heated throughout your meal. It features tastes unique to the Japanese cuisine; best way to beat the cold if you ask us!
Where: 28, Main Market, Lodhi Colony
Nearest Metro Station: Jor Bagh
Contact: +91 9650185005
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Zu Tisch
Zu Tisch has always been one to get in the festive spirit. The onset of winter {and Christmas of course} is no different. You can expect an 18-day long festival of food {starting on the 16th of Dec}. From roasted meats {turkey, duck and pork} as well as BBQ spreads, there’s plenty to consume. We’re waiting to try their Bratwurst Stuffed Chicken. They’re also supplementing the eats with music, film and oodles of entertainment.
Where: 2nd Floor, M-18, M Block Market, GK1
Nearest Metro Station: Kailash Colony
Contact: +91 9810885447, +91 9871558565
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Hungry Monkey
Winter is the season to barbeque and Hungry Monkey is on that bandwagon and how. Fill your weekends with a wide range of grills- from Tangy Burnt Onion and Garlic Chicken, to Cajun Spiced Basa and Sweet Potato Steak. Us? We’ll be going for the Jamaican BBQ spiced pork chops all the way.
Where: The Hungry Monkey, B 6/6, DDA Market, Opposite Deer Park, Safdarjung Enclave
Nearest Metro Station: AIIMS
Contact: 011 46049801, +91 9810788196 {reservation recommended}
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Market Cafe
We’re all for indulging, especially if it’s cold outside. Market Cafe’s got a fondue that we’re looking to try, along with their Pumpkin and Beetroot soup {it’ll help us shake off the guilt}. For sunnier winter days, we’ll opt for their Asparagus and Cheese Parmesan Cigar Rolls.
Where: 8, 2nd Floor, Khan Market
Nearest Metro Station: Khan Market
Contact: 011 41757703, 011 41757704
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Sakleys, The Mountain Cafe
Nestled in homely Sakleys, you can expect to enjoy a full winter and Christmas spread, starting on the 23rd of Dec. We’re talking mulled wines with fruits and spices and home-made orange rum with lemonade. Eats? Try the Honey Glazed Ham Crostini with Paprika Cream Cheese.
Where: M-23, M Block Market, GK1
Nearest Metro Station: Kailash Colony
Contact: +91 9873160659
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Mamagoto
There’s something comforting about Asian food in cold weather! At Mamagoto, we’re looking forward to trying the likes of their Mama Spicy Ramen Bowl and Mixed Mushroom Dumpling. There’s also the Seaweed Dumpling, if you’re looking to experiment.
Where: Find your nearest outlet here.
Contact: info@mamagoto.in
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Backyard
Grilled chicken with a choice of bourbon glaze or jalapeño jam? Yes, please. The house favourite Pulled pork with red cabbage slaw is also a winter favourite here, If you want something warm and grilled, the Morrocan grilled chicken, Pork Belly {spicy teriyaki sauce or BBQ sauce} and grilled fish with lime and pink peppercorn would be our picks. They are also doing wood-fired pizzas, dim sums and winter-special drinks!
Where: A/2A, Aurobindo Market, Next to Sartaj Hotel, Hauz Khas
Nearest Metro: Green Park
Contact: 9811167465
Price: INR 1500 for two {without alcohol}
Timings: 12pm – 1am
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Social
Till 25th December, you can avail Social's gorgeous winter food and drinks with Steak and Eggs with Paprika Butter, Roast Chicken with Veggies and a Fiery Chooza Pops. With a decor made festive and the desserts given a christmassy twist, we recommend the Drunken Dates Pancake with Maple Syrup, Whiskey Plum Pudding and Fruit Parfait with seasonal fruit cream to end your meal with. The Christmas drinks include Caffeine Kick, Happyness, Berry Bice and Ginger Space.
Where: 28 A, Defence Colony Market, Defence Colony, 9A & 12, Hauz Khas Village
Nearest Metro Station: Lajpat Nagar, Hauz Khas
Contact: 011 33105934 {Def Col}, +91 78386 52814 {HKV}
Price: INR 1,500 for two {approx.}
Timings: 10am – 12.30am, Breakfast items served till 7.30pm
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