If you ever find yourself in Downtown Dubai, or out of the blue start craving some old-fashioned Indian dish, then don’t hesitate to pop over at Purani Dilli Dubai. Here you’ll find a mesmerizing blend of originality with culinary traditions of India’s rich past.
Located in Downtown Dubai at the Four Points by Sheraton hotel, the restaurant proudly brings to life old Delhi’s most revered recipes. And while reviving these authentic flavors, they also make it a point of marrying the traditional flavors with popular favorites of the region, lest you lose touch of where you are.
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Cultural Legacy of Delhi
Every culinary creation at Purani Dilli Dubai nods to the cultural legacy of Delhi, influenced by some of the most flourishing dynasties and empires of the world. The culinary team, according to Afroz Alam, the Sous Chef, has traveled the fabled streets of Delhi to create a unique menu that carries on the legacy of the birthplace of Mughlai cuisine.
The Menu at Purani Dilli Dubai
The menu is a sublime reflection of Delhi’s historic association as the centuries-old Mughal capital and India’s national capital, presenting flavors of the grand past in its most authentic form. Right from the tantalizing appetizers to the hearty mains and indulgent desserts, each dish on the menu has a story and rich history behind its flavor.
While the dishes lean heavily on recipes borrowed from the legendary kitchens of the Mughals, you can also feast on an assortment of kebabs, biryani, and nihari inspired by the buzzing by-lanes of Old Delhi, including the famed Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid.
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Atmosphere
Set in a minimalistic, elegant setting, the interiors of Purani Dilli Dubai capture the charm of buzzing by-lanes, aptly reflected in decor, live entertainment by singers as well as the chudiwalla (bangle seller) in the lobby, and the cycle rickshaw, which promises insta-worthy moments.
Afroz (the Sous Chef) notes that the restaurant treats its guests to Old Delhi’s grand past with their novel menu. Everyone who passes by can relish flavors from Delhi’s erstwhile royal culinary heritage with popular dishes like nihari, biryani, kebabs.
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The restaurant draws inspiration from the assorted offerings of Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid, and the desserts boast of unique treats like chukandar (beetroot) halwa, infused into all-time favorite halwas and chutneys.
In a nutshell, Purani Dilli Dubai is all about relishing fine flavors in a minimalistic, elegant setting.
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