"An Everest of culinary delights" is their description and I concur wholeheartedly!
The food here really is delectable.
I found the decor quite plain and a little tired, however it seemed to be all chosen for meaning and to give an impression of a genuine Himalayan restaurant. Since I haven't been to Nepal, I can't really comment! But I think the intent was there and it certainly wasn't offensive. It was also a refreshing change not to have the formulaic modern, sometimes no character, decor that is in abundance.
I was with a group of approx 30 in a private function. We began by being offered champagne while chatting as guests arrived. The staff was very accommodating and welcoming.
Crisp white tablecloths and sparkling glassware set the tone for the food presentation and I couldn't fault it. We had the banquet menu and began with individual plates of a mixed entree. A samosa that was tasty and not greasy, a Momo (chicken dumpling), which was delicious, an onion bhaji and Sekewa, a piece of marinated chicken from the clay oven served with a mint and yoghurt sauce.
The rest of the dishes followed in a timely fashion and included dhaal, aloo, butter chicken, goat curry (so tender), spinach, prawn curry and pumpkin curry, accompanied by fluffy rice and hot, fresh naan. Each dish had its own blend of flavours and nuances of herbs and spices. I felt the dishes were all so well balanced. Only the pumpkin one was a little hot, which I personally loved, but the dishes didn't need to be overpowered with heat. They had delicate flavours that were well appreciated by my tastebuds not being blasted away.
The atmosphere in the restaurant was warm and the staff caring and attentive. I have their take away & delivery menu as well now and can't wait to be transported to culinary heights again soon! read more