If you are within the temper for a night of pure indulgence however with new experiences, you’ll be able to strive the newly-opened Red – a luxurious eating lounge in Delhi that guarantees to be as scorching as its identify. From the second you step inside, you might be enveloped in an environment of sheer luxurious. The interiors are up to date, with heat crimson hues that make the area really feel intimate and alluring. Roof-to-floor crimson curtains drape the partitions, and the stained pine wood flooring together with colour-block desk tops warms up your coronary heart with the deep crimson hue. 

Red, Delhi

The bar at Red is a murals. The glossy, shiny counter is illuminated from the wall of bottles behind the bar that really steals the present. Almost each spirit you’ll be able to think about is represented, from uncommon Japanese whiskies to boutique gin labels that you just will not discover simply all over the place. And should you’re unsure of what to order, the bartenders are comfortable to information you thru their menu of customised basic drinks and cocktails flavoured with seasonal components. The Negroni is a must-try in case you have a palate for the bitter drink however desire a toned down model of it. I discovered my favorite in ‘Moh-Maya‘, a tequila-based cocktail infused with fruity flavours of strawberry. 

Moh-Maya – Red

But it is the menu at Red that really units it aside from the remaining. The delicacies is impressed by hearth and employs the strategy of Robatayaki (hearth cooking) – a technique of cooking over scorching charcoal. It lends a smoky depth to each dish. The menu encompasses a vary of unique cuisines that take you on a culinary journey world wide. When I visited Red to strive the menu, I used to be fairly blown away with the flavours and presentation. 

I began my meal on a light-weight ‘not a lot of a hearth‘ notice. Crisp Affair – a scrumptious platter of crisps and dips saved me firm as I waited for my drinks and meals. Beet and Avocado Tartare with chilli and leeks was simply the appetiser I wanted to curb my starvation. The candy flavours of beetroot and the creaminess of avocado got here collectively in a taut concord. 

Then I used to be prepared for ‘all flames‘. And I used to be served flaming scorching skewers of Chicken & Mushroom, Prawns and Lamb & Aubergine. While Prawns seasoned with wakame butter and pickled cabbage had been succulent, flavoursome and oh-so scrumptious, I discovered Chicken and Lamb lagging behind. I simply wished they had been juicier.

Moving on ‘gentle reds‘, I attempted the Mutton Bao and it was unbelievable. Soft, fluffy bao filled with full-of-flavours mutton mice – it made to the highest of my suggestion record. Not too far behind was Charred Corn Ribs – a play of candy caramel and salty corn puree on the corns was fairly gratifying. Another dish that I actually favored was Sea Bass ‘Vruval’. The delicate fish was completely seasoned and served atop a mattress of curry leaf and garlic butter.

Sea Bass ‘Vruval’ – Red

Brulee Brie – one other must-try dish served chopped pumpkins as a pie paired with multigrain crackers, making a refreshing chunk that was good for a heat summer season night. 

Brulee Brie – Red

Then it was time for ‘the final warmth’. The Robata Grilled Chicken was tender and succulent, with a touch of smokiness that was completely balanced by the tangy chimichurri sauce. Forestier Pancake Roll was all about mushrooms with a deep, savoury flavour and creamy sauce. It wasn’t extraordinary however tasted good.

But I did discover the extraordinary – in a dessert. Basque Cheesecake was not like some other cheesecake I had earlier than. The crust-less cheesecake, adorned with ardour fruit and berries gave an ideal ending to my night. 

What: Red
Where: 24 Basant Lok market, Vasant Vihar, Delhi
When: 6pm – 1am
Cost for 2: INR 2,500 (approx.)