Ishaara at Phoenix Palassio Brings The Gourmet Begum’s Awadhi Culinary Experience to Lucknow

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A celebration of heritage recipes, royal flavours and the art of traditional slow cooking

Lucknow: Ishaara at Phoenix Palassio has brought The Gourmet Begum, a celebrated culinary experience inspired by the rich food traditions of Awadh, to Lucknow. The limited-period dining experience, available from September 11 to October 11, offers guests an extensive selection of traditional Awadhi dishes, combining heritage recipes, slow-cooking techniques and the distinctive flavours of the Nawabi table.

Having travelled across cities including Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad, The Gourmet Begum has returned to Lucknow, the heartland of Awadhi cuisine, with a specially curated menu by Sunaeyaa Kapur and Chef Shahnawaz Qureshi.

The menu celebrates the depth and variety of Awadhi gastronomy through an array of signature kebabs, dum preparations, pulaos, biryanis, breads and desserts. Highlights include Galawat Kebab, Mahi Tikka, Murg Baradari, Matbakh ‘E’ Nihari, Suleimani Raan, Rumi Biryani, Sheermal, Warqi Paratha and Warq ‘E’ Shahi Tukda. The offering also features an extensive vegetarian and Jain selection.

Rooted in the traditions of patience, precision and slow cooking, The Gourmet Begum seeks to offer more than a meal. The experience brings together culinary heritage, hospitality and storytelling, allowing guests to explore the flavours and traditions of Awadh in a contemporary dining setting.

Sanjeev Sarin, Retail Director (North), Phoenix Mills, said Lucknow’s intrinsic connection with Awadhi cuisine made it an ideal setting for The Gourmet Begum at Ishaara, Phoenix Palassio.

“Lucknow has an intrinsic connection with Awadhi cuisine, making it the perfect setting for The Gourmet Begum at Ishaara Phoenix Palassio. This experience brings traditional Awadhi flavours and culinary heritage to a premium contemporary platform, presenting recipes and preparations that have long been enjoyed in homes and local food establishments with the craft and elegance they deserve,” he said.

Sarin added that Phoenix Palassio’s endeavour was to create experiences that go beyond shopping. He expressed delight at providing The Gourmet Begum, in association with Ishaara founder Prashant Issar, a distinctive platform to celebrate Awadh’s culinary heritage in a contemporary and elevated manner.

Sunaeyaa Kapur said the initiative was aimed at preserving the connection between Awadhi food, its heritage and traditions while presenting it to modern diners with the respect it deserves. She added that bringing The Gourmet Begum to Lucknow made this edition particularly meaningful.

Located at Phoenix Palassio, Ishaara offers a contemporary setting for dining experiences that bring together food, culture and storytelling. The arrival of The Gourmet Begum further adds to the restaurant’s distinctive culinary offerings in Lucknow.

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