Kohima: Amazon founder Jeff Bezos recently savored an exquisite array of Indian dishes, including Nagaland’s famed black rice pudding, during a visit to celebrity chef Vikas Khanna’s renowned New York restaurant, Bungalow. Accompanied by his partner, Lauren Sanchez, Bezos experienced a specially curated menu celebrating the diversity and richness of Indian cuisine.
Chef Khanna shared the details of the menu on his official X handle, dubbing the dining experience the “Taste of India for Jeff Bezos.” The spread showcased a variety of regional Indian delicacies, highlighting the cultural significance and global appeal of Indian gastronomy.
The menu included:
- Nagaland’s Black Rice Pudding
- Bengali Kasundi Tandoori Avocado
- Bihari Sattu Roti
- Udipi’s Annanas Menaskai
- Gujarati Tindora Pickle
- Odisha’s Guguni Chaat
- Indore-inspired Dahi Kebab
- Dogra Cuisine-inspired Chicken Anarkali
- Jewish-Indian Chicken Chitranee
- Sindhi-style Achari Aloo
- Gulab Jamun Ice-Cream with Millet-Chocolate Cake
- Ahmedabad ki Saunf
The chef expressed his joy over the visit, revealing Bezos described the experience as “a pilgrimage.” “It filled my heart with pure joy and pride,” Khanna wrote on X.
Bungalow, known for its authentic Indian dishes, has earned widespread acclaim, recently securing the Michelin 2024 Bib Gourmand Award. The restaurant’s dedication to showcasing India’s culinary diversity was reflected in the elaborate menu, which brought together flavors from Nagaland to Gujarat and beyond.
The visit underscores the growing global appreciation for Indian cuisine, with Chef Khanna playing a pivotal role in putting India’s regional delicacies on the world map.
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