There is more than one correct way to celebrate Holi. Festivities typically involve dabbing a rainbow of colours onto your neighbours’ faces, armed with tank-sized water guns, and, of course, soaking other partygoers from above. You can’t have a proper Holi festival without the obligatory Holi party, which is as wild as it is wet. The food, however, is a celebration of the changing seasons and not just the water fights. Holi marks the first appearance of spring-themed dishes at the city’s trendiest eateries, where you can try them in their original and creative guises.
The Best Restaurants Places to try Holi Foods & Thali in Delhi NCR are:
1. Gastronomica
As the temperature continues to rise in the coming months, it’s clear that some refreshing Holi-themed cocktails are in order. Kanjioska, available at Gastronomica, breathes new life into the traditional kanji recipe thanks to some stellar mixing. The caipiroska flavours have been added to north India’s favourite pickled drink, kanji, made from black carrots. Starting on February 28, in honour of Holi, diners will receive a complimentary Kanjioska tube shot upon arrival.
Link: https://www.eazydiner.com/delhi-ncr/gastronomica-greater-kailash-gk-1-new-delhi-121311
2. Monkey Bar
Get into the party spirit at Monkey Bar’s Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata locations with Holi High, a festival-inspired celebration. Get yourself a tall, ice cold glass of Monkey Bar’s signature “Thandai,” which is infused with almonds, aromatic spices, and a few other secret ingredients. There are also dishes like Bedmi Puri (a spin on the classic street food, the urad dal pooris are served with ‘Raseele Aloo’ and ‘Salli’ and a side of ‘Kachumbar’ and ‘Salted Chillies,’ and Khasta Matar Kachori (green pea and spicy soy-stuffed kachori served with mango chutney) to complement it. Monkey Gujiyas are the icing on the cake (flaky, sweet dumplings stuffed with cream cheese, almond and cashew nuts, topped with dry cranberries and dusted with cardamom sugar).
Link:https://www.eazydiner.com/delhi-ncr/monkey-bar-vasant-kunj-110002
3. Dum Maro Dum
The hippie-themed restaurant Dum Maro Dum on Hudson Lane is throwing a huge party in honour of Holi. The Holi Mezze Platter (coloured pita bread with a variety of dips and vegetarian snacks) will fill your belly while the 60s music and old Holi songs keep you grooving. Bell Pepper O’ Pizza also comes with a variety of vibrant toppings. Thandai-flavored balls served chilled round out the scene.
Link:https://www.eazydiner.com/delhi-ncr/dum-maro-dum-gtb-nagar-north-delhi-648603
4. Decode
If a Holi party complete with food sounds appealing, head over to Decode in Rajouri Garden. To celebrate Holi, the kitchen at this west Delhi eatery has prepared a range of sweet and alcoholic treats to be served under the banner Holi on my plate. Paan Semi Freddo is served with a smear of saffron-rabri, a pistachio sponge, and edible rose gulal. The Mango kulfi Snowball, a mango-flavored kulfi served in a snowball shape with nuts and raspberry gel, also makes an appearance on the menu. The ‘Boozy Thandai,’ a mixture of saffron, nuts, thandai, and vodka, is the ultimate high. Also, on February 28 the restaurant will be holding a sundowner party in honour of the upcoming Hindu holiday of Holi.
Link: https://www.eazydiner.com/delhi-ncr/decode-rajouri-garden-west-delhi-653038
5. Habitat Hub
Phoolon Ki Holi celebrations are held at Habitat World in IHC, providing a cultural accompaniment to the Holi fare. The celebration will begin with the Holika Dahan Ritual, a traditional ceremony, and will continue with a wide variety of cultural presentations. In between each segment of the programme, guests will be invited to participate in a one-of-a-kind Holi celebration using colourful powdered dyes and petals. Thandai, Amritsari Machi, Dal Kachori With Aloo Sabzi, Achhari Paneer Tikka, Keema Kaleji, Kulchas, and more will be featured on a menu designed especially for the event.
Link: https://www.habitatworld.com/thehabitathub.php
These are the top restaurants in Delhi NCR that offer the best Holi food and thali. From traditional delicacies to modern twists, these restaurants have something for everyone. So, gather your friends and family, and head to one of these restaurants to celebrate Holi in style.
