JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar has not too long ago opened a brand new restaurant on its premises: BarQat. The al-fresco area is nestled on the Tenth-storey terrace of the resort, a bit of distance away from the pool. It affords a restricted however specialised menu of Awadhi and North Indian delicacies. We not too long ago had the possibility to dine at BarQat and pattern a few of its signature dishes. Once we visited on a winter night time, the atmosphere felt inviting: snug seating and spaced-out tables bathed within the heat glow of fairy lights and lamps.
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The restaurant is helmed by Chef Prakash Chettiyar, Director of Culinary, JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar. The only-page meals menu spotlights acquainted and area of interest specialities from numerous North Indian locales. Among the many appetisers, we feasted on the Lucknowi Seekh, the Doodhiya Paneer Tikka and the Peeli Mirch ka Zaffrani Aloo. Every of the starters stood out to us for various causes. The lamb kebabs had been fantastically full of spice. They arrived smoking scorching on a mini grill ultimately positioned on the desk.
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The paneer was not like any tikka we had tasted earlier than: it was offered within the type of one thing akin to a round sandwich tart. Do not let the outline daunt you, as a result of it is scrumptious! The layers between the paneer items had been a flavourful combination of potatoes, dry fruits and a crimson chilli marinade. The Zaffrani Aloo had been potatoes full of khoya, veggies and cheese. Flavoured with yellow chillies and saffron, they had been fragrant and delicately candy. In addition they offered an attention-grabbing distinction to the fiery seekh.
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The mains are a fantastic cross-section of common and under-represented North Indian delights. Craving timeless treats? There are basic choices like Gosht Nihari and Awadhi Biryani. Need to style one thing totally different from the same old fare? You have got the possibility to attempt dishes like Methi Ki Tehri and Purvanchal Ka Saag. We extremely advocate the Chooza Makhani, which is analogous to the beloved Butter Rooster. One of many highlights of our meal was scooping this wealthy tomato-based gravy with Khameeri Roti and Pudina Paratha contemporary from the tandoor. When you’re within the temper for a dal, relish the BarQat Dal: a luscious preparation of black lentils cooked in cream. The garlic within the tadka packs punch – however we weren’t complaining – it matched our preferences completely.
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BarQat’s drinks menu includes a restricted number of wines, spirits, cocktails and mocktails. You possibly can go for basic cocktails or go together with JW Signatures (bestsellers from every of the eating places within the resort: JW Cafe, Autm, Romano’s and BarQat). We tasted the mocktails and particularly loved the Pomrose Soda (a fizzy concoction with pomegranate flavour) and the Bombay Colada (BarQat’s tackle a virgin Pina Colada, enhanced with some desi spices).
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There are solely three choices for desserts and we managed to style two of them. The BarQat Kulfi is a reliable selection: the chilly, creamy deal with was topped with bits of chikki, almonds, pistachios and rose. Whereas it was yummy, we appreciated the Heat Doodha Barfi extra. It was paired with a salted pistachio ice cream that elevated the flavours of the barfi in a novel method. This one’s a must-try.
The phrase “BarQat” has a number of meanings and is usually related to phrases like prosperity and blessings. Within the case of this restaurant, we skilled an abundance of flavours we cannot overlook anytime quickly.
The place: Tenth-floor poolside terrace, JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, close to Chhatrapati Shivaji Worldwide Airport, IA Mission Highway, Navpada, Vile Parle East, Mumbai.
Timings: Tuesday-Sunday: 6:30 pm to 11 pm | Saturday-Sunday: 1 pm to 4 pm
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