Rampuri Mughlai Food Festival brings 130-year-old royal recipes to Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Imli Sarai in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, is hosting the Rampuri Mughlai Food Festival this weekend, offering an exclusive 6-course Mughlai feast. The festival brings to life 130-year-old recipes from the royal kitchens of Rampur, prepared by Chef Moien Qureshi, the fourth-generation custodian of this culinary tradition.

The specially curated menu blends Mughlai finesse with Awadhi precision, shaped over centuries in the royal kitchens of the Nawabs. The 6-course meal begins with a choice of amuse bouche: Badami Shorba (for vegetarians) or Nalli Shorba (for non-vegetarians), followed by Mash Ki Dal.

For the second course, vegetarians can enjoy Subz Galauti, Hariyali Seekh Kebab, and Paneer Tikka Zafrani, served with Ulte Tawe Ka Paratha and Rumali Roti. Non-vegetarians will be served Murgh Tikka Hasnu, New Zealand Lamb Galauti, and Seekh Kebab, also paired with Ulte Tawe Ka Paratha and Rumali Roti.

For the main course, vegetarians can choose between Achari Baigan or Gobi Mussalam served with Khamiri Roti, while non-vegetarians can opt for Mutton Tar Qorma or Murgh Zafrani, also served with Khamiri Roti.

Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian guests will enjoy Kathal Ki Biryani and Ghosht Ki Yakhni Pulao as part of their respective menus. To finish, guests will be treated to a trio of desserts: Shahi Tukda, Motiya Zarda, and Kimami Seviyan.

Wine pairings are available to complement the meal, with options for Indian wines (INR 8,000) and imported wines (INR 10,000). The festival runs from Thursday, April 24 to Sunday, April 27, 2025, with lunch served from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and dinner from 7:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Tickets are priced at INR 4,500 for food only, with wine pairings available at an additional cost. For reservations, call 91 72078 42900. Limited seats are available.