This Madaari Of Good Hospitality...

Madaari is the newest entrant on the food scene in Model Town and acts as quite a refresher, adding vibrancy to a rather dull scene. My visit to Madaari came about as a consequence of a food tasting held right before its opening for regular patrons, in order to solicit feedback from the who's who of food blogging.

The place is quite a spacious one with the concept of three monkeys being highlighted on one of the walls, hence complementing the name. Apart from that, the decor is quite gothic with resemblances to lions, deer, archaic clocks, thrones and soldiers being drawn.

The DJ plays the latest party songs and this place is fit for grooving to them with friends. Most of the food has its presentation coupled with a quirk.

Here's what all was served at the recently concluded Blogger's Table.

Appetizers: 

Stuffed Cheese Mushroom Schezwan Sauce

Crispy Honey Lotus

Cigar Rolls

Honey Chilli Potato

Chilli Paneer Dry

Hariyali Paneer Tikka

Roulade Chicken Schezwan Oyster Sauce

Crispy Golden Fried Prawns

Galouti Kebabs

Murgh Zard Gilafi

Mocktails/Shakes: 

Madaari Special (Ice-Breaker)

Oreo Shake

Kiwi Margarita

Strawberry Shake

Main Course (Indian Cuisine served with an assortment of Breads and Salad): 

• Dal Makhani
• Kadhai Paneer
• Veg Biryani
• Butter Chicken
• Mutton Rogan Josh

• Butter Garlic Pepper Fried Rice
• Chicken Pad Thai Noodles
• Veg Chilli Garlic Basil
• Fish in Hot Garlic Sauce

Desserts: 

Moong Dal Halwa

Chocolate Brownie with Ice-cream

I had a good time at Madaari and apart from the fact that it serves great food amid a comfortable ambiance, it would appeal to patrons who look forward to a relaxing time on weekends perhaps. :)

पधारो म्हारे देस At Rajasthali...

Rajasthali in Connaught Place provides a kaleidoscopic view of the culture of Rajasthan through the authentic spread it offers. Located quaintly in C Block, in a lane behind Odeon, it has the same concept as Rajdhani Thali Restaurant, which I had visited in the past too.

Having had a hawk's eye experience of both the establishments, I can surely vouch for Rajasthali having an upper hand. While the interiors are humble, the service is informed and quick. 

Thanks to the fact that Rajasthali aims to replicate the amicable hospitality of Rajasthan is reflected by the fact that a gentleman smilingly welcomes you to come and relish the delicacies of Rajasthan, presented in the form of a Thali.

There is also a change in Menu each day, so that patrons don't feel that it is a monotonous tryst with the state and its food. During weekdays, the Thali is priced at ₹299 per person all inclusive, while it is ₹375 for weekends.

The Welcome Drink here is Masala Chaach or Chaas and an antique vessel is offered for washing hands, before commencing the meal.

The Thali on offer presents the best of Gujrati and Rajasthani preparations and you're free to take multiple helpings of any of the items of your liking.

Their Gatte Ki Sabzi is the one to watch out for, as is their Paneer Methi. As has been Rajasthan's signature, Dal Baati Churma was quite a hot-selling item in the platter.

The first thing to be served was a portion of corn, cucumber, carrot salad along with accompanying chutneys, followed by a rotation of the curries, Khichdi, Rice, Breads etc.

Their desserts, namely Kheer and Halwa are light and flavorful on the palate. Special mention to the Malai (Rasgulla) Sandwich.

The place was quite choc-a-block on Sunday, and as I may have observed, Rajasthali is already wooing its patrons thanks to its authenticity. :)