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In the ITC Maratha (previously Sheraton), Peshawari is a version of the well-known Bhukara at the Sheraton in Delhi. It similarly offers mainly grilled meats and other dishes from the North West frontier. There is an open kitchen, and the decor is intentionally basic, with stools rather than chairs and a menu that is written on a wooden board. There is no rice on the menu, this style of food being traditionally eaten with bread. It was very busy, with tables being turned even on a Monday evening.
Naan was superb, with gorgeous texture and a hint of charcoal from the tandoor (6/10). Romali roti was also very good (4/10). Dal Bhukara (R500) is the same black dhal as served at Bhukara in Delhi, made with kidney beans as well as lentils, and was of a similarly high standard, the beans giving a good, thick texture (5/10).
Murgh malai was very good, with tender, lightly spiced chicken (4/10). Even better was tandoori phool (cauliflower stuffed with diced vegetables and spices and deep fried). This had wonderful taste, the texture of the vegetables excellent, the balance of spices just right (7/10). Tandoori pomfret (R1375) was perfectly cooked, and the spices with it worked really well (5/10).
Overall the bill was R6595 for two; Beer is R584 a pint, so expensive. For me the cooking worked really well, the tandoori dishes showing real skill in the kitchen. |
