Biryani and Kolkata are synonymous in nature - they complement each other perfectly and the result of which the city of joy can boast of something which is known as the Kolkata Biryani.. There are two other cities which can boast of their own biryani - Lucknow and Hyderabad. However, it is Awadhi cuisine that relates to the oldest form of biryani known to Indian palate.. Three years ago, Oudh 1590 opened at Deshapriya Park (opposite Carmel school) which filled a void in the Kolkata food scenario - they provided us with an authentic period dining experience which became an instant hit. They opened a second outlet in Saltlake (CD - 86, behind City Centre 1) which is also doing great in terms of foot
fall and business. Hence, they opened their third and by far their biggest outlet beside Vivekananda Park, off Southern Avenue (P-562, Hemanta Mukhopadhyay Sarani, Kolkata - 700029 - opp. Kamala Girls School).
The mammoth 120 cover spread across two floors and designed by renowned art director - Mr. Nitish Roy actually provides you an enchanting period dining experience for the connoisseurs of good food. The restaurant boasts of a period look recreating the 16th century feel. The bronze plated crockery and cutlery along with the ghazals played via the intricately placed speakers adds to the overall royal Awadhi ambience. However, i strongly believe that no matter how good the look and feel of any restaurant is - what matters is the most important part of the whole ballgame - FOOD in terms of quality and variety.
The vast repertoire of Awadhi delicacies served are reminiscent of it's illustrious gourmet nawabs like Asaf-ud-Daulah and Wajid Ali Shah - extensive use of spices like zafran, cinnamon, cardamom, dry fruits and herbs creates an unique taste but also helps retain it's authenticity..
MUTTON GALAWATI KABAB
My all time favourite kabab which i fondly call the king of all kababs and honestly speaking - nobody creates it better than Oudh 1590.. The Kababs simply melt in your mouth and leaves you with a lingering aftertaste - the ulte tawa ki parantha complements the kababs perfectly.. What better way to start a full course Awadhi dinner!!
AWADHI SUGANDHI MAHI (FISH)
The fish tikka kababs were awesome as well - spicy and soft with an unique taste..
MURGH MUSSALLAM
Ahh!! Chicken can be so delectable as well - you have to taste this one to truly understand my feeling.. The cashewnut and walnut thick gravy makes a world of difference to the taste of this iconic dish..
MURGH PURDAH BIRYANI
Awadhi biryani is starkly different in terms of taste and texture from Kolkata biryani - the notable difference is the absence of aloo or potato which is otherwise an indispensable ingredient of Kolkata biryani. Murgh Purdah biryani is cooked in earthen pots covered with a covering or purdah made of broth - it is good but i will still be a little partial towards Kolkata Biryani..
RAAN BIRYANI
Now, this is where things go crazy taste wise - eating Rann (mutton) biryani out here is a heavenly experience for any carnivore like me.. The aroma, tender mutton, fine basmati rice, the ghee filled texture and aftertaste simply makes this dish stand out from the rest.. It is the best Rann Biryani available hands down anywhere in Kolkata and can compete with any other city in India if i may add..
SHAHI TUKDA
After such a hearty meal, one desperately looks for ending on a high note - what better dessert to have that than devouring this royal Shahi Tukda which tastes as good as it looks.. The kesar flavour adds to the whole feel and there is a measured sweetness to the dish which will be appreciated by a large section of the patrons..
As someone said somewhere, all well that ends well.. Walk in anytime to enjoy this epicurean experience and you won't regret a bit..
P.S: This was a food tasting session attended by invitation from Oudh 1590..
Verdict : STRONGLY RECOMMENDED..
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fall and business. Hence, they opened their third and by far their biggest outlet beside Vivekananda Park, off Southern Avenue (P-562, Hemanta Mukhopadhyay Sarani, Kolkata - 700029 - opp. Kamala Girls School).
The mammoth 120 cover spread across two floors and designed by renowned art director - Mr. Nitish Roy actually provides you an enchanting period dining experience for the connoisseurs of good food. The restaurant boasts of a period look recreating the 16th century feel. The bronze plated crockery and cutlery along with the ghazals played via the intricately placed speakers adds to the overall royal Awadhi ambience. However, i strongly believe that no matter how good the look and feel of any restaurant is - what matters is the most important part of the whole ballgame - FOOD in terms of quality and variety.
The vast repertoire of Awadhi delicacies served are reminiscent of it's illustrious gourmet nawabs like Asaf-ud-Daulah and Wajid Ali Shah - extensive use of spices like zafran, cinnamon, cardamom, dry fruits and herbs creates an unique taste but also helps retain it's authenticity..
MUTTON GALAWATI KABAB
My all time favourite kabab which i fondly call the king of all kababs and honestly speaking - nobody creates it better than Oudh 1590.. The Kababs simply melt in your mouth and leaves you with a lingering aftertaste - the ulte tawa ki parantha complements the kababs perfectly.. What better way to start a full course Awadhi dinner!!
AWADHI SUGANDHI MAHI (FISH)
The fish tikka kababs were awesome as well - spicy and soft with an unique taste..
MURGH MUSSALLAM
Ahh!! Chicken can be so delectable as well - you have to taste this one to truly understand my feeling.. The cashewnut and walnut thick gravy makes a world of difference to the taste of this iconic dish..
MURGH PURDAH BIRYANI
Awadhi biryani is starkly different in terms of taste and texture from Kolkata biryani - the notable difference is the absence of aloo or potato which is otherwise an indispensable ingredient of Kolkata biryani. Murgh Purdah biryani is cooked in earthen pots covered with a covering or purdah made of broth - it is good but i will still be a little partial towards Kolkata Biryani..
RAAN BIRYANI
Now, this is where things go crazy taste wise - eating Rann (mutton) biryani out here is a heavenly experience for any carnivore like me.. The aroma, tender mutton, fine basmati rice, the ghee filled texture and aftertaste simply makes this dish stand out from the rest.. It is the best Rann Biryani available hands down anywhere in Kolkata and can compete with any other city in India if i may add..
SHAHI TUKDA
After such a hearty meal, one desperately looks for ending on a high note - what better dessert to have that than devouring this royal Shahi Tukda which tastes as good as it looks.. The kesar flavour adds to the whole feel and there is a measured sweetness to the dish which will be appreciated by a large section of the patrons..
As someone said somewhere, all well that ends well.. Walk in anytime to enjoy this epicurean experience and you won't regret a bit..
P.S: This was a food tasting session attended by invitation from Oudh 1590..
Verdict : STRONGLY RECOMMENDED..
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Happy eating friends,
Somek Choudhury..
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