Delhi, India
Delhi is a city of foodies. And after my 4N5D foodtrip in the same, And for many reasons, it used to be (and still is) one of the power centers in undivided India. The wealth accumulated here was unimaginable. Also, people from multiple cultures and food habits came down to settle in here. and as a result, the variety is mind-blowing. Now, if we want to plan the food in Delhi, we can split it in few zones, which goes as follows and you can also check my blogposts on the same by clicking on them.
PROFILE
But is that all ? Definitely not and Delhi being the capital of India, there are hundreds of good restaurants and food joints worth visiting. But I had a short visit and could not cover all. Hence in this blogpost, I’d like to talk on few of the stand-alone places, which I loved in Delhi.
MUST TRY
Sakana pepper roll- Creamy, moist and served with a Japanese mayonnaise, this is a must-try.
AMBIENCE
The good-looking, glamorous fine dining destination boasts five distinct spaces: a large private dining room; a stunning main dining area; a more informal room; a sushi counter; and open-air seating on the porch and on the lawn creating a quiet but wonderful ambiance.
SERVICE
The service is professional and knowledgeable and the presentation is top-notch.
FOOD
Begin your meal with the fresh hikiji salad which is fresh; Mushroom and seaweed rub shoulders with edamame and cherry tomatoes accompanied by sweet sesame sauce. Wagyu beef on a hot stone and pan-seared lobster; Avocado tartare, the sushi and sashimi platter; the tofu caprese. For mains, the grilled sea bass is lightly tossed in a teriyaki sauce; Grilled King Salmon did in Chan-Chan style; The Shira Ae (spinach, tofu, and sesame); Another winner is where the flavourful meat of “the duck confit on a bed of barley risotto” is offset by the low-key creaminess of the barley; Salmon steak with tomato miso. The crispy asparagus coated with rice crisp is a must-try for Vegetarians. End your meal with signature sorbets (berry, mango, and strawberry); yuzu tart, or wasabi cheesecake which leave a lingering taste of Japan on your tongue. There is an extensive wine menu that exceeds 600 labels and even 60 varieties of potent and delicious sake from Japan.
PRICING
INR 6,500 average for two.
SUMMARY
The excellent food, attentive service, and exotic ambiance make the experience unforgettable and place Megu Restaurant firmly at the top, where it belongs; at the top. Dining here might cost you to break the bank but as far as Japanese cuisine in the city goes, it’s unparalleled in quality and flavour.