Indian Accent, New Delhi

Celebrated my son's birthday in Delhi, in true Indian style. We booked a table at Indian Accent, the No.1 Restaurant in India and currently ranking 30th in The World's Best Restaurants List 2018. 

Rush hour traffic in Delhi is a nightmare and we were worried about getting late. So what is the fastest way to get around New Delhi during peak hours? Take the auto rickshaw and pray to arrive in our destination in one piece!   We hailed an auto rickshaw and bargained then hopped on to have a bumpy ride. Gas mask and ear protection not included! It was extremely noisy because of the excessive honking and engine noise but was crazy fun. The restaurant was located in Friends Colony, one of Delhi's most affluent and posh neighbourhoods and can be a bit difficult to find. Our driver got lost, the people trying to help were pointing left, right and centre for directions which made it more confusing. We finally managed to direct him using GPS and we were able arrive just in time.
(Note: Indian Accent has moved to The Lodhi, New Delhi)

This beautiful restaurant exudes elegance and class. It was like stepping into a different world- an oasis of calm amidst the chaos in Delhi. We opted for the non-vegetarian Chef's Tasting Menu which was fabulous. Every dish placed in front of us was beautifully executed and decadent. Every small bite was delicately balanced in texture, flavour and colour, just what we expected. We were absolutely delighted when the waitstaff offered us second helpings of "kulchas" (a Punjabi variation of naan) and asked which stuffing we enjoyed most. I particularly liked the Butter Chicken and Cheese. The service was impeccable and matched the high quality of the food. This dinner was an excellent finale to our trip.

 

 Masala Cocktail

 Pumpkin Soup
The taste reminded me of Thai Panang curry.

 Blue Cheese Naan with Coconut and Cashew

 Burrata Papdi Chaat, Tamatar Chutney

 Pulled Pork Phulka Taco

 Tandoori Bacon Prawns, Wasabi Malai

 Baked Mutton Aloo Chila, Bone Marrow Curry

 Indian Accent Kulfi Sorbet (palate cleanser)

 We were served with delicious unlimited kulchas in different stuffings:
Chilli Duck Naan
Truffle and Cheese
Butter Chicken and Cheese
Pulled Pork Naan

 Black Dairy Dal
Wassabi and Cucumber Raita

   Scallop Masala, Malwani Dry Shrimp Pulao, Kokum Curry

 It's not a marshmallow and most definitely not a palate cleanser. 

  

Banana and Jaggery Sticky Cake 

 Haji Ali Inspired Apple Custard Cream

  Housemade Whisky Mulberry Ice Cream

 Petits Fours featuring Indian Sweets.
Pomegranate Spices Rock Salt
Tamarind
Dried Mango
Almond, Jaggery, Rose

This minaret represents the beginning of Muslim rule in India. Built after the defeat of Delhi's last Hindu kingdom in 1193, Qutub Minar stands 73 metre high and holds the record for being the world's tallest brick minaret.

Humayun's tomb in Delhi may not be as popular as the Taj Mahal in Agra, but this was the very first garden-tomb constructed on the Indian subcontinent. It is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun and it was because of Emperor Humayun that Persian artists, architects, sculptors and other skilled men were brought to India. This structure is one of the most beautiful examples of Mughal architecture. It is quite impressive and I would highly recommend that you see it when you visit Delhi.  

Indian Accent, New Delhi

The Lodhi, Lodhi Road, New Delhi

+91 9871117968