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Sitting at the Chef’s Table with Chef Ranjan Dey of New Delhi Restaurant
Chef Ranjan Dey tells stories and teaches lessons about Indian culture and history through spices. Learn the flavor profiles of India’s different regions, take home secrets about the “wet and dry trinity” that make up New Delhi’s award-winning curry, and taste how savory sustainability can really be by tasting an Indian-style dish made with mushrooms grown from CPD’s very own Back to the Roots kit! Learn more about the event by watching this video interview with Chef Dey.
Reserve your seat for this event to:
- Learn Indian spice secrets from one of San Francisco’s most well-respected chefs
- Mingle with wine, spirits, and urban farming innovation experts
- Try the many diverse flavors of India (full menu)
- Enjoy the other surprises (and prizes!) Chilipepper Dining has in store
Event Details
Saturday, March 16, 2013 at 5:00pm
New Delhi Restaurant
160 Ellis Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
RSVP by March 13
RSVP Now
5:00pm - Check-in/Pre-Dinner Cocktails
5:15pm - Wine Pairing Lesson
5:30pm - Dinner/Indian Spice Session from Host of PBS’ My India!
Hope to see you there!
Champagne Brunch and Comedy with Mahatma Moses, Saturday April 20, 12:30 to 3:00
What’s the best way to start your weekend? Treat yourself to a exquisite Champagne Brunch at the legendary New Delhi Restaurant, voted Best Indian Restaurant by New York Times, serving San Francisco with trendy/tasty Indian food for over 25 years.
Then sit back, and buckle in for a laugh riot with comedian Samson Koletkar, world’s only Indian Jewish standup comedian. He has performed his cerebral, witty, thought-provoking, clean humor in India, Canada & U.S. and has been featured on NBC, CBS & NPR. Joining him will be his comedian friends, with appearances on TV shows, Comedy Festivals, Clubs & Colleges across the globe, these comics are guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. Reservations here
New Delhi Restaurant voted Best Indian Restaurant in SF for 2012
We won again! New Delhi Restaurant was rated highest in customer satisfaction for Indian restaurants (and there are a lot of them!) in San Francisco.
Talk of the Town gave us five stars for 2012. Here’s hoping we can continue to make our customers happy and do it again in 2013!
Pranab and Sunia, photo by Vronskiy Photography
Another successful Indian wedding at New Delhi Restaurant!
Last but far from least, Pranab and Sunia got married and we were delighted to host the festivities. You can see the photos from their beautiful wedding here.
25 years ago…
5 years ago…
Who will be there in 2012?
Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 6:00 to 9:00 pm
New Delhi Restaurant and Bar
160 Ellis St, San Francisco
Phone: 415.397.8470
This event is our gift to you. We are hoping this will influence you to help uplift the lives of less fortunate children both at the Tenderloin After School Program and at the Gandhi Ashram in Ahmedabad, India.
Pay as much as you like, suggested donation is $40 per person.
For validated parking park at APM Parking, 261 Ellis Street, located between Mason and Taylor.
New Delhi Restaurant is celebrating its 25th anniversary by transforming into the Compassionate Chefs Cafe. Our goal has always been to help kids become citizens of the world by connecting kids
across the street in the Tenderloin of San Francisco with kids across the ocean at the Gandhi Ashram in Ahmedabad, India. Please join us in this celebration to help us help the kids become global citizens.
This is a Pay-it-Forward event and we only ask that you donate what you feel moved to give. Suggested donations are $40 per person. All funds are split evenly between the Tenderloin Afterschool Program
and the Gandhi Ashram in Ahmedabad. Compassionate Chefs Cafe keeps back nothing for operating expenses; all goods and services are donated.
Your donation is fully tax deductible. (Non-Profit Tax ID 94-3136771)
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Entertainment for the evening will be provided by Electric Vardo Live featuring DJ AMAR with dance performances by DholRhythms. Also sharing their talents for the evening are henna artists from Henna Gardens and beauty queens from the Miss Asian America Pagent. Event photography will be provided by Anita Mokashi Photography and Gustavo Fernando.
Gourmet food and fabulous libations! Enjoy Chef Ranjan’s non-stop ten course gourmet Indian buffet, featuring delicacies and delights, desserts and drinks. On the table you will discover bari pakoras, mini samosas, Hariyali Tikka, Seekh Keebab, Murg Akbari, Gulab Jamun along with lots along with lots of other delicious goodies.
Bring an appetite, leave happy.
 The kids from TASP and EKATVA come together with music and laughter this past May. |
Compassionate Chefs has a long tradition of helping kids both across the street in the Tenderloin District of San Francisco and across the ocean in the Gandhi Ashram of Ahmedabad. This year we achieved one of our long-term goals of helping less fortunate kids become citizens of the world by bringing kids from India to the United States.
Sixteen kids from the slums of Ahmedabad got to tour America, perform before thousands of people and meet kids from the Ternderloin After School Program right here in San Francisco. This was a goal Compassionate Chefs had set from the very beginning and we were thrilled to reach it with your help.
Our next project is to send kids from San Francisco to Ahmedabad. We have a date of late 2014 as our goal and the fundraising begins right now. As always, 100% of money raised goes to the kids, with nothing held back for expenses and all donations are tax deductable. We are grateful for your continuing support.
Across The Street
The Tenderloin After School Program was created to give the kids of the Tenderloin a safe place to be after school while their parents worked. They provide snacks, homework help, activities and other support to over 200 children.
TASP is proud of their first class of “graduates” - kids who have been in the program and are now entering college, some are the first in their families to attend. To learn more about the Tenderloin After School Program, visit their website.
The kids head to New Delhi Restaurant for lunch and lots of dancing.
Across the Ocean
 More dancing and proof that hiphop is the universal language of kids. |
About 1 out of every 6 human beings on this planet lives in a third world slum. Slum life has many challenges including heavy population density, poor infrastructure, low income, illiteracy, scarcity of food, and a diverse array of health and sanitation issues, amongst the many others.
The EKATVA children are ambassadors of the potential and spirit of those 1 billion human beings around the globe who must constantly struggle to overcome difficulties and challenges that arise from their lack of resources. But yet there is hope.
Through this journey we hope to spread seeds of goodness and compassion throughout the world and inspire our global citizens to serve and care for those in need. More about EKATVA.
Curries, Chutneys and Cocktails
Curries, Chutneys and Cocktails are here! New Delhi Restaurant is celebrating late-summer seasonal produce with their new monthly tasting menu. Take a culinary adventure exploring seasonal and organic corn, spinach, peaches and strawberries created with Kashmiri Mild Curry Blend by Chef Ranjan Dey. A vodka-infused Ginger Peach Cocktail can round out your dinner.
A taste of late summer is being served now. Get a peek at the menu here. (.pdf format)
Like us on Facebook and get $2 off your seasonal tasting menu!
Non Stop Bhangra is holding another party
- with a guest DJ!
Non Stop Bhangra welcomes Bikram Singh, one of the most popular and talented performers in the Bhangra industry. He will be headlining with a live set promoting his latest album “Bik I Am”, produced in collaboration by UK powerhouse producers, Tigerstyle! The night will begin with a Bhangra dance lesson and performances by Dholrhythms Dance Company followed by Bikram Singh’s live set. The music will continue with NSB DJ’s Jimmy Love and Rav-E along with live Dhol players. Outside, the summer air will fill your senses with the aroma
of scrumptious Indian food provided by New Delhi Restaurant. Henna artists will decorate the palms of the beautiful women ready to celebrate. Capture the moment and the colorful experience at the photo booth. So much more than just a club night, Non Stop Bhangra is one of a kind cultural experience only found in the Bay Area.
Find out about the flash mob, tickets and how to win free stuff here.
New Delhi Restaurant: Famous in the US and India
Indian celebrity journalist Vinod Dua of India NDTV’s “A Taste Of India” has been traveling throughout the US, eating at great places and interviewing interesting chefs. Of course, he had to have lunch
with Ranjan and meet the cooks at New Delhi Restaurant.
Find out more.
Ranjan has the floor
Ranjan will be MCing the Star Chef Contest on behalf of WomenNow TV at the Santa Clara Convention Center on Oct 6th.
Come out and see what the Bay Area Asian chef community is cooking up. There will be great food to sample and great ideas to try out in your kitchen.
Details here.
Bollywood Dance Party - just say the word
Bollywood (fusion word from Bombay and Hollywood) music and dance has become the most popular international entertainment. Usually set to catchy beat, these scintillating numbers portray the fusion of several dance form. This is a new genre of dance that is making its presence more strongly felt in modern day parties.
Your Bollywood Dance Party comes complete with our in-house DJ, sound system, dance directions and optional Bollywood movie screening along with the heart thumping and blood pumping dance music. It is a magical and memorable night where you can boogie Bombay style. More info here.
Save the Date for New Delhi’s Silver Anniversary
This year New Delhi Restaurant will be celebrating 25 years of wonderful dinners, family, friends old and new and the spice of life. The big party will be held Novemeber 18th and you’re invited! Bring your dance shoes and plan to have a great time while also helping out Compassionate Chefs Cafe. It’s been a fantastic 25 years and we can’t wait to see what the next quarter century holds.
A Five Star Day with the Four Seasons Hotel
and New Delhi Restaurant
New Delhi Restaurant is celebrating our elite wedding catering partnership with the Four Seasons Hotel in downtown San Francisco. Read all the details in the Four Seasons wedding newsletter. We will be the exclusive Indian caterer at the Four Seasons’ annual wedding fair - A Five Star Afternoon on January 22 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Verdana Ballroom at the Four Seasons Hotel.
Tickets and more information can be found here.
New Delhi Restaurant and SF City Hall Pair Up
“San Francisco City Hall Events Department is thrilled to announce our new partnership with the critic’s choice for Indian restaurants in San Francisco - New Delhi!” –Elsie D. McAteer
New Delhi Restaurant is the official Indian caterer for San Francisco City Hall! We’re excited to be part of this historic venue and look forward to many beautiful events and memories. Visit the City Hall website for more information.
Speaking of Weddings….
In July, the New Delhi Restaurant family hosted the wedding of Ranjan’s oldest daughter, Sarah.
PerfectWeddingGuide.com has photos and details of the big event.
A Journey with New Delhi Restaurant
Hyderabad
Hyderabad is the second largest city in India and is the gateway between North and South India. Sitting on the shores of Hussain Sagar Lake, it is on it’s way to becoming the technology capital of India - Google, Oracle and Microsoft all have headquarters here - explaining its nickname of “Cyberabad”. Hyderabad has recently undergone a facelift, laying out new wide streets, an expressway, and constructing an office park to hold the new companies moving in. However, despite the changes, the old city of Hyderabad continues on.
Spices and Seafood
Hyderabad is a melting plot of cultures and cuisines. Spices from China and the South Pacific blend with Indian curries and the local seafood.
Sample this tasty melange for yourself in our Lemon Mustard Fish Curry and Mustard Gobi
Featured Dish of the Month
Lemon Mustard Fish Curry and Mustard Gobi (Vegetarian)
For the month of January, get 25% off Lemon Mustard Fish Curry (regular price $16.95)
and Mustard Gobi (regular price $14.95) - Flavorful lemon mustard cooked with onions and jalapenos. Spicy and delicious. We recommend pairing it with a Reisling.
To make your reservation, click here.
Horses and Hyderabad
Aside from world class cricket and field hocky stadiums, Hyderabad is also home to one of the premier horse racing tracks in India. Started by the Nizams (administrators of the realm) in 1865, it was moved to it’s current location a year later when the current Nizam wanted it closer to his palace. It is also home to the annual Deccan Derby, held every year.
Go Wild Bollywood Style!
Bollywood (fusion word from Bombay and Hollywood) music and dance has become the most popular
international entertainment. Usually set to catchy beat, these scintillating numbers portray the
fusion of several dance forms. This is a new genre of dance that is making its presence more strongly
felt in modern day parties.
Your Bollywood Dance Party comes complete with our inhouse DJ, sound system, dance directions and
optional Bollywood movie screening along with the heart thumping and blood-pumping dance music.
It is a magical and memorable night where you can boogie Bombay style.
Find out more about our Signature Events
Music From Around the World
One of the best things about Compassionate Chefs Cafe is seeing - and hearing - the results of our hard work. Our fundraising last year allowed American musicians to travel to India to teach drumming and other skills to the children of the Ghandi Ashram. The results were recorded and brought to the children at the Tenderloin After School Program. Their musical skills were also recorded and combined into a true World Music composition.
We’re looking forward to seeing what they do next. Find out how you can help. Compassionate Chefs Cafe
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Amrut Single Malt Whisky Tasting
Saturday, October 9th, 3-5 pm
$25 per person
$5 of each admission will be donated to Compassionate Chefs Cafe
(www.CompassionateChefs.org)
160 Ellis Street
Meet Rick Jagdale, executive Director of Amrut Distilleries, who will take you through a structured tasting of Amrut Single Malts.
Amrut Single Malt
Amrut Peated Single Malt
Amrut Fusion - 3rd Finest Whiskey in the world
Amrut Single Malt Cask Strength
Amrut Peated Cask Strength
And a New Limited Edition
Enjoy tastings, snacks, great conversation and the opportunity
to purchase Amrut Single Malts at a special price.
Call 415.397.8470 reserve - space is limited
A Journey with New Delhi Restaurant
Hyderabad
Hyderabad is the second largest city in India and is the gateway between North and South India. Sitting on the shores of Hussain Sagar Lake, it is on it’s way to becoming the technology capital of India - Google, Oracle and Microsoft all have headquarters here - explaining its nickname of “Cyberabad”. Hyderabad has recently undergone a face lift, laying out new wide streets, an expressway, and constructing an office park to hold the new companies moving in. However, despite the changes, the old city of Hyderabad continues on.
Spices and Seafood
Hyderabad is a melting plot of cultures and cuisines. Spices from China and the South Pacific blend with Indian curries and the local seafood. Sample this tasty melange for yourself in our Lemon Mustard Fish Curry and Mustard Gobi
Featured Dish of the Month
Lemon Mustard Fish Curry
and Mustard Gobi (Vegetarian)
For the month of September, get 25% off Lemon Mustard Fish Curry (regular price $16.95)
and Mustard Gobi (regular price $14.95) - Flavorful lemon mustard cooked with onions and jalapenos. Spicy and delicious. We recommend pairing it with a Reisling.
To make your reservation, click here.
Horses and Hyderabad
Aside from world class cricket and field hocky stadiums, Hyderabad is also home to one of the premier horse racing tracks in India. Started by the Nizams (administrators of the realm) in 1865, it was moved to it’s current location a year later when the current Nizam wanted it closer to his palace. It is also home to the annual Deccan Derby, held every year.
Go Wild Bollywood Style!
Bollywood (fusion word from Bombay and Hollywood) music and dance has become the most popular
international entertainment. Usually set to catchy beat, these scintillating numbers portray the
fusion of several dance forms. This is a new genre of dance that is making its presence more strongly
felt in modern day parties.
Your Bollywood Dance Party comes complete with our inhouse DJ, sound system, dance directions and
optional Bollywood movie screening along with the heart thumping and blood pumping dance music.
It is a magical and memorable night where you can boogie Bombay style. Find out more about our Signature Events
Music From Around the World
One of the best things about Compassionate Chefs Cafe is seeing - and hearing - the results of our hard work. Our fund raising last year allowed American musicians to travel to India to teach drumming and other skills to the children of the Ghandi Ashram. The results were recorded and brought to the children at the Tenderloin After School Program. Their musical skills were also recorded and combined into a true World Music composition.
We’re looking forward to seeing what they do next. Find out how you can help. Compassionate Chefs Cafe
Happy Diwali!
From New Delhi Restaurant and President Obama
New Delhi Restaurant and President Barak Obama would like to wish you and yours a very happy, peaceful and light-filled Diwali celebration.
In order to help the less fortunate children of the world during this holiday of thankfulness, please attend our annual Bollywood Dance Extravaganza on November 8th. All proceeds will be donated to Compassionate Chefs Cafe to help uplift the lives of children both across the street and across the world.
New Delhi Restaurant Honored by the Mayor
New Delhi Restaurant is pleased to be honored by San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newscombe. We could not have done it without you - our friends and patrons. Thank you for your help in all our endeavors and we look forward to seeing you soon.
A Journey with New Delhi Restaurant
All aboard to Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad sits on the western side of India and is home to over 5 million people. The area of Ahmedabad has been occupied continuously since the 11th century. Legend has it that a sultan was camping on the river bank while hunting for the location of his new palace. He spotted a rabbit chasing a dog and was so impressed by rabbit’s bravery, he decided to put his new palace and city there.
Up, up and away!
In early January the skies over Ahmedabad are filled with colorful flying shapes as kite fliers take to the air in celebration of Uttarayan or Makar Sankranti. Ahmedabad is home to an annual international kite festival that coincides with the festival marking the end of winter and onset of summer. Kites were originally flown to banish evil from the city.
What’s for dinner?
The cuisine of Ahmedabad tends toward the vegetarian side, although meat dishes are available. Travelers to the city are encourages to try the local breads; several different kinds are served throughout the meal.
Featured Dish of the Month
Lemon Mustard Fish Curry
and Mustard Gobi (Vegetarian)
For the month of August, get 25% off Lemon Mustard Fish Curry (regular price $16.95)
and Mustard Gob (regular price $14.95) - Flavorful lemon mustard cooked with onions and jalapenos. Rich and spicy, it pairs well with our house Reisling.
To make your reservation, click here.
Gandhi: Humanitarian, peace activist, publisher
Ahmedabad is the home of the Navajivan Trust publishing house, founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1919. Publisher of over 800 titles, Navajivan Trust played a key role in getting Gandhi’s words distributed to a wider audience. The Trust has several objectives, including promoting unity among the people of India, advancement for women and the refusal of all advertisments. Navajivan Trust is also self-reliant and
to date has never accepted a grant or donation. Learn more.
India + California = Califusion!
With a long history of international influence intertwined with an equally enduring passion for food, San Francisco offers a diverse range of cuisines from around the world. Throw in Northern California’s rich agricultural resources, local wineries, and sophisticated chef, and your table is set for an exploration of refined ethnic cuisines.
Master chef and owner Ranjan Dey of New Delhi Restaurant has collaborated with legendary local chefs to create his signature CaliFusion Dinners. CaliFusion Dinners area tasteful marriage of Californian and Indian Cuisine served with wine from local vineyards.
Find out more about our Signature Events
Pass it on, help a kid
The Tenderloin After School and the Gandhi Ashram in New Delhi need more than just funds. Do you have an old computer, art supplies or disposable cameras that could use a new home?
Find out how you can donate. Be sure to save the date for our Bollywood Dance Party on November 8th.
Visit the Compassionate Chefs Cafe web site
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Save The Date: May 24, 2009
Compassionate Chefs Cafe helps Mumbai
CCC’s usual focus is on the Ghandi Ashram of New Delhi and the Tenderloin After School Program in San Francisco. Following the terrorist attacks on the Taj Mahal Palace and Oberoi Tower Hotel last November, we cannot help but reach out to the families and children of the hotel employees who lost their lives.
Over 300 families were affected by that tragic day, our donations will help off-set their losses and provide some comfort to them.
The Good News: The Ghandi Ashram recently received a $100,000 grant from the government of Delhi. Because of this, we are able to direct our giving to Mumbai this year. We still maintain a list ofAshram needs that can be filled, please contact us to find out how you can help. Visit the Compassionate Chefs Cafe web site.
Save The Date! Be sure to mark your calendar and make your reservation for May 24th. You will be taken on a Traveling Table to Goa - a Portugese colony for over 400 years. We will be featuring this Portuguese influence in the cuisine and culture of Goa in this fun celebration! Compassionate Chefs Cafe will be featuring the food of both India and Portugal. These two diverse countries have a long and colorful history together, which has resulted in some outstanding food.
Bay Area chef Baron Roy Salazar will be our guest chef of honor for the evening. In celebration of the
combined talents of Chef Ranjan and Roy, the menu will feature a fusion of Indian and Portuguese dishes.
We will also have dancers, cultural celebrations and performances, fabulous libations and the usual
extremely good time. Find out more here.
A Journey with New Delhi Restaurant
First Stop: Mumbai
Formerly known as Bombay, Mumbai is the capital of the Indian state of Mahharashtra. It sits on the west coast of India and is home to over 13 million people - making it the most crowded city in the world. Mumbia is also known as the film-making capitol of the world - aka Bollywood!. The movie industry here produces more movies than its American counterpart and commands a much bigger audience.
See our YouTube series of Ranjan Dey in Mumbai. He visits Bollywood, reenacts the Great Mango Escape and much more! Click here for the the video.
A Kingdom built of Saffron
One of the most distinctive flavors of India is saffron. Native to Asia, it can be found all over the Indian sub-continent and it’s bright yellow color turns up every where from decorative frescoes to the robes of the Buddhist monks.
Featured Dish of the Month
Bombay Saffron Bhuna Lamb
and Bombay Soya Nuggets (Vegetarian)
For the month of April, get 25% off Bombay Saffron Bhuna Lamb (regular price $15.95) and Bombay Soya Nuggets (regular price $14.95) - Slow simmered in its aromatic juices and flavored with saffron and cumin. We recommend pairing it with a Zinfandel.
To make your reservation, click here.
India and the Peacock
The peacock - or peafowl - is the official bird of India. It’s distinctive silhouette and bold colors can be found throughout India. Peacocks are native to India and make appearances in many Indian tales and legends involving Hindu deities. Lord Krishna is usually depicted with a peacock feather in his crown and the god Kartikeya rides on its back. Brides often have peacocks painted onto their hands with henna prior to their weddings to bring luck to the union.
Peacocks are considered sacred and are protected by Indian federal law. They also adapt very well to human environments and can be found strolling all over India and other parts of Asia. Find out more about weddings with New Delhi Restaurant.
Step through the gate
Visitors to Mumbai need to make the Gateway to India one of their first stops. Meant to be approached by water, the gate faces west into the harbor and is the first sight that water travelers see. On the
landward side, the gate sits at an angle to the road with no drive leading to it. Money ran out before the road extension could be built, so there isn’t one.
Go Wild Bollywood Style!
Bollywood (fusion word from Bombay and Hollywood) music and dance has become the most popular
international entertainment. Usually set to catchy beat, these scintillating numbers portray the fusion of several dance forms. This is a new genre of dance that is making its presence more strongly felt in modern day parties.
Your Bollywood Dance Party comes complete with our inhouse DJ, sound system, dance directions and optional Bollywood movie screening along with the heart thumping and blood pumping dance music. It is a magical and memorable night where you can boogie Bombay style.
Find out more about our Signature Events
Fun for a Purpose
Compassionate Chefs Cafe threw open its doors in November and raised over $10,000. The next big event is in May, but donations are accepted all year long. Find out how you can help.
Visit the Compassionate Chefs Cafe web site.
Save the Date!
New Delhi Restaurant is having a birthday and you’re invited
New Delhi Restaurant is turing 20 this year. Of course, there will be a party.
Mark your calendars for November 16th and keep an eye out for your personal invitation.
Look forward to an exceptional night of food, drinks and entertainment.
All proceeds raised will be donated to Compassionate Chefs Cafe. See you there!
Featured Dishes of the Month
New Delhi BBQ Chicken Ferezi and Paneer Ferezi (Vegetarian)
For the month of October, get 25% off BBQ Chicken Ferezi (regular price $15.95)
and Paneer Ferezi (regular price $14.95) - Seasoned with garlic, peppers and
tomatoes then cooked in a light sauce. A flavorful way to welcome autumn.
We recommend pairing it with our house Syrah. To make your reservation, click here.
Recipes from New World Spices
New Delhi BBQ Chicken
Barbeque has been a staple of American summers for years, but where did it all begin? That’s right - India.
The distictive red of tandoori chicken has been recognized as a classic Indian dish for a long time.
Here’s the trick to making it yourself.
Ingredients
New Delhi BBQ Spice - 3 tbsp.
One whole chicken (boneless/skinless) - 3 lbs.
Plain yogurt, beaten - 3/4 cup
Vegetable oil - 2 tbsp
Lemon juice - 1 tbsp
Substitute chicken with your choice of meat, seafood or vegetable kabobs with onion, tomato, bell pepper, potato and mushrooms.
Preparation
Cut chicken into one inch cubes. Mix yogurt, New Delhi BBQ Spice, oil and lemon juice. Marinate for two hours. Barbeque over hot grill, baste with oil periodically.
Serve with Sweet & Tangy Mango Soup, Bombay Saffron rice, Calcutta Lemon Mustard Eggplant and Pita bread.
Click here for more recipes.
History
Zinat Mahal, Maharani of Delhi (1857) loved chicken tikka. A keen interest in bringing the famous tandoori taste to the backyard barbeque helped in creating this spice blend.
Spice Ingredients
Garlic powder, Paprika powder, Ginger powder, red chili powder, Salt, Cardamom powder, Lemon Juice powder, Cinnamon powder, Clove powder, White Pepper powder, nutmeg powder, Mace powder.
Click here for more spices.
Rhythm + Spice = Spicy Rhythms
New Delhi restaurant isn’t the only one having a birthday this year - Dholrhythms is celebrating 5 years in the Bay Area with Bhangrafest. To really kick off the party, they are teaming up with New Delhi Restaurant on October 25th from 1:30 to 3:30 pm to bring you Spicy Rhythms: an afternoon of cooking, eating, music and dancing hosted at New Delhi Restaurant. Learn how to make your favorite Indian curries with Chef Ranjan Dey, then dance the day away with the mesmerizing sounds from Dholrhythms. Your instructors for the afternoon will be Vicki and Suman - the founders of Dholrhythms!
Call Ranjan at 415.816.4068 to reserve your spot, cost is $65 a person.
Learn more about Bhangrafest here. Find more details for Spicy Rhythms here.
It’s All In the Oven
Tandoori chicken is traditionally made in a classic clay tandoor oven. The tandoor is oval in shape and origianted in Northern India and Pakistan. It’s designed to hold hot charcoal and can reach temperatures of over 500 degrees. Charcoal isn’t used too much in restaurants these days because of health and safety issues, but the same effect can be achieved with lava rocks or ceramic.
Meat cooked in tandoors retains more of its juices, so it tastes much more flavorful. kabobs, vegetables and bread also benefit from a little time in a hot tandoor. Give this centuries-old cooking method a try next time you have a craving for barbeque.
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Hakka Dosas: The Magic of Macy’s is at Union Square.
When two cuisines come together for a great cause
Chef Ranjan Dey of New Delhi Restaurant will demonstrate Indian Chinese in honor of Asian Pacific Heritage Month. What exactly is Indian Chinese, you ask? It’s the adaptation of Chinese seasoning and cooking techniques to Indian tastes, and is said to have originated in the small Chinese community that has lived in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) for over a century. It’s very popular with Indians.
Come try it as a sneak peek to the upcoming Compassionate Chefs Cafe event on Sunday, May 25 at the New Delhi Restaurant with guest Chef Martin Yan. Compassionate Chefs is a local nonprofit that helps children both locally (by working with the Tenderloin After-School Program ) and globally (through the Gandhi Ashram in New Delhi, India). Your $10 donation to attend will benefit these children.
Visit compassionatechefs.org for a sneak peek at what Ranjan will be dishing up.
May 15th at 6:00pm at Macy’s Cellar
Featured Dishes of the Month
Spicy Madras Tamarind Chicken and Eggplant Tamarind (Vegetarian)
For the month of May, get 25% off Madras Tamarind Chicken (regular price $15.95) and Eggplant Tamarind (regular price $14.95) - Cooked in a tamarind sauce until hot and tangy with a hint of coconut. Celebrate summer with a spicy kick.We recommend pairing it with our White Merlot.
To make your reservation, click here.
Recipes from New World Spices: Chicken Madras
Madras: A plaid, the former name of the fourth largest city in India and a delicious curry. The city of Madras is known for using tangy tamarind in many of their dishes. This curry makes good use of them while also being pleasantly spicy.
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Ingredients:
Madras Tamarind Hot Curry - 3 tbsp.
Vegetable oil - 2 tbsp
Chopped onion - 2 cups
Chopped fresh tomatoes - 2 cups
Plain yogurt, beaten - 1 1/4 cups
White vinegar - 2 tsp.
Skinless chicken - 2 1/2 lbs.
Coconut flakes/powder - 2 tbsp
Chopped cilantro - 2 tbsp
Substitute chicken with your choice of meat, seafood or vegetables, like cauliflower and potatoes.
Preparation: Heat oil in saucepan. Fry onions until soft. Add Madras Tamarind Hot Curry, tomatoes, yogurt and vinegar. Cook until tomoatoes are well-blended (3-5 minutes). Add one inche cubes of boneless chicken and stir until well coated. Cover and cook on medium or low until tender (15-20 minutes) Sprinkle chopped cilantro and coconut on top. Serve with Sweet & Tangy Mango Soup, Bombay Saffron Rice, Lemon Mustard Greens and Pita bread.
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 History The Maharajah of Mysore (1839) liked his food spicy hot; and he the nearby city of Madras is famous for using tangy tamarind in its local fare. Inspired by this combination, this blend was formulated.
Spice Ingredients Coriander powder, Paprika powder, Red Chili powder, salt, Jalapeno powder, Cilantro powder, Tamarind powder, Turmeric powder, Mustard powder, Cumin powder, Nigella powder, Fenugreek powder, White pepper powder, Cinnamon powder, Clove powder.
Click here for more spices.
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Tale of the Tamarind Tamarind fruit grows in trees and looks like large bean pods. The young fruit is very sour and tends to be used in savory dishes. The mature fruit is slightly sweeter, but still has a bite. There’s one variety grown in Vietnam that is extremely sweet and is meant to be eaten fresh. Tamarind is a key ingredient in many tropical areas and is an essental part of Worcestershire sauce. In the state of Tamil Nadu in India, it is believed that ghosts live in tamarind trees and hence, people avoid them after dark. |
| Painted ladies Henna Party is a sumptuous feast for the senses, featuring an afternoon of delicious food and pure pampering. The food is spicy, the lassi is cold and the henna is beautiful. Relax as our trained henna artisits create intricate designs on your skin using their specially blended henna powders. The designs will stay put for over two weeks and you’ll have a lovely remnder of the afternoon all your senses went to India. Find out more about our Signature Events |
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