To the sound of Indian drums, fused with bagpipes, the new Punjab Street Food Menu at Dhoom has been launched.
A group of specially selected guests, including food journalists, influencers, bloggers, and representatives from community groups, gathered at Dhoom, in Dunfermline’s New Row last night, to sample the new ten course dinner menu. The new Punjabi offering also offers both a seven and three course lunch option.
“We had a fantastic time last night presenting this exciting new tasting menu, inspired by the incredible Punjab region, to our special guests,” said Chef/Proprietor Prasad. “My thanks go to the colourful Indian drummer and piper for joining us last night. They kept us all entertained and created a real buzz in which to celebrate the new menu. The menu was then live and diners coming in for the rest of the evening were able to order it. The feedback has been very, very positive, so we are all delighted.”
Prasad explained that once again the new menu had been crafted with the finest ingredients, which he often imports from his travels to India.
“We use traditional techniques which are passed down through the generations to create the taste sensation which is this new menu.”
Dishes on the menu Punjab include Lamb Saag & Makki di Roti, a Winter classic, rich, earthy and comforting, alongside Amritsar Chole-Puri, crisp bread paired with a tangy chickpea curry. Tandoori dishes are also included, from smoky kebabs, to charred flavourful tikkas. Thick, creamy and refreshing Lassi, the traditional yoghurt based drink, is part of the exciting menu.
A delicious new cocktail celebrating Punjab has also been added to the drinks menu. “Pearls of Amritsar” is a vodka-based cocktail with fresh lime, mint, cumin, and mango powder, garnished with dried red chilli and gram flour pearls.
Meaning “the land of five waters”, Punjab, situated in the NW of India, derives its name from five rivers – the Ravi, Beas, Chenab, Sutlej, and Jhelum.
With a history dating back to 3000 BC, Punjab is an extremely fertile area of India which is home to one of the world’s oldest agricultural civilisations, a place of golden wheat swaying in the wind, a place where every meal is a celebration of life, of tradition, and of gratitude.
The most notable feature in Punjab is Amritsar’s iconic Golden Temple, a symbol of spirituality and selfless service, where the tradition of “Langar” or community meals, feeds thousands of people on a daily basis, regardless of background.
“All of these new dishes and drinks are a tribute to Punjab‘s spirit, bold, vibrant and full of heart,” said Prasad. “This menu will take you on a flavourful journey from Murthal, on the Delhi Border, to Wagah, on the Border with Pakistan. Food in Punjab is not just food, it’s respected, relished, and remembered,” said Prasad. “This menu presents that experience.”
Dhoom’s launch of the new Punjab menu comes as the restaurant celebrates yet more industry award nominations. Along with being nominated for the Community Champion Award in the Courier Food & Drink awards, Dhoom has been nominated for Restaurant of the Year in the same awards.
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