Nothing can beat the pleasure of soft kebabs, freshly cooked, served hot on the plate — particularly now that there’s a nip in the air. 

If thinking about them brings on the cravings, head to Oudh 1590. This Awadhi restaurant has a whole festival dedicated to them. Heritage recipes? Check. Unusual meats? Check. Creative take? Check. 

From Tandoori Teetar (quail) to Mahi Shammi Kebab (made with minced fish), there’s much to chew on. “Not too many people know that fish and game birds used to play a major role in the Awadhi kitchens. We have tried to come up with a menu that would introduce people to the food of those times,” said Shiladitya Chaudhury, partner, Oudh 1590, walking t2 through the menu. 

“We have experimented a lot and made dishes that we had never made before, which is an amazing experience for any chef. And yes, we do have secret ingredients making things all the more interesting,” confessed chef Debraj Pandit. 

t2 went on a taste trail. 

What: The Great Awadhi Kebab Festival
Where: Oudh 1590, 23B Deshapriya Park West (beside Carmel Primary School) and CD-86, Salt Lake (near City Centre)
When: Noon-3.30pm and 6.30pm-10.30pm, all days
Pocket pinch: Rs 1,000-plus for two

 

COMINGUP

What: The Haat, in association with t2
When: December 15 to 17, 11am-8pm
Where: Ice Skating Rink
What to expect: With the temperature dipping and wedding season in full swing, this exhibition serves as a one-stop destination for all your shopping needs. Spread across 74 stalls, with exhibitors from Calcutta as well as other parts of the country, on offer are pashmina shawls from Kashmir Haat and Kalamkari saris from D. Lakshmamma from Bangalore. Sparkling Drops from Jaipur will bring fashion jewellery, while Rajasthani handicrafts are available at Sujata’s and Vastu products at Rudraksh. To rest your feet, head over to MCJ Makeover and indulge in some nail art. 
Organiser speak: “Our aim is to satisfy our patrons by fulfilling all their winter and wedding needs. With plenty of options to browse through, they won’t be disappointed,” said Anupam Mukherjee.