Taj Mahal, New Delhi and The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, in collaboration with Conosh, bring yet another exceptional dining experience to India with the much-anticipated pop-up of Chef Ana Roš – Chef and owner of the Three-Michelin Starred Hiša Franko.
This extravaganza promises an immersive journey for patrons to witness the culinary virtuoso Chef Ana Roš through dinners and masterclasses hosted at the iconic Taj Mahal, New Delhi, and The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, paired with the exquisite beverages from the House of Suntory.
Chef Ana Roš has been recognized as the World’s best female chef in 2017 by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Her culinary prowess, embellished with a Michelin Green Star and the Best Chef Pristine Award, will be on display in India for the first time.
This Rendezvous presented guests an opportunity to explore the extraordinary sojourn through the epicurean marvels of Hiša Franko, and experience Slovenian gastronomy with a menu meticulously crafted by Chef Ana. The menu featured the celebrated Potato with Hay Crust, Sour Butter with Indian Spices, and Fermented Pumpkin, and the Corn Beignet, filled with Creamy High Mountain Cottage Cheese, Aromatic Herbs, and Roasted Polenta Flour for vegetarians, and for non-vegetarians the Corn Beignet was filled with Trout Roe.
Experience the Market Leaf – A One-bite Hiša Franko Special, Orzotto – Almonds & Cauliflower, Market Citrus Textures of Cauliflower, Brown Butter, and Hiša Franko Harvest – A Mélange of Seasonal Harvests, among others. Non-vegetarian enthusiasts relished the Market Leaf with Chicken, Egg Yolk, and Caviar, Fish – King Mackerel, Lentils, Cashew-Sesame-Beurre Blanc, Blackberries, Pasta with Lamb, and Fresh Legumes and Roasted Yeast. The culinary adventure concluded with the Sweet Potato Dumpling – a harmonious blend of bee pollen fonduta, honey, and hazelnuts, and a refreshing FruiteBite.
Vaibhav Bahl, CEO of Conosh & Neha Malik, Co-founder of Conosh, expressed their excitement about this collaboration, stating, “Conosh is deeply honoured to collaborate with Chef Ana Roš as she introduces the exquisite flavours of Slovenia to the Indian audience. As founders, we are very proud to witness this remarkable celebration of culinary excellence, which exemplifies our steadfast commitment to pushing the envelope for narrative gastronomy. Ana’s debut dining experience in India will undoubtedly mark a significant milestone in the evolving gastronomic landscape of our country.”
Speaking about catering to the Indian market, Chef Ana Roš, added “I’m excited to team up with Conosh to blend Slovenian charm and my culinary creativity for my first pop-up in India at the country’s landmark hospitality destinations – Taj Mahal, New Delhi and The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai. We’ll dive into Indian markets and culture to recreate Hiša Franko’s magic – the only three Michelin-starred restaurant in Slovenia. My team and I are looking forward to sharing unforgettable dining moments in Delhi and Mumbai.“
Satyajeet Krishnan, Area Director Operations, and General Manager – Taj Mahal, New Delhi, said. “At Taj Mahal, New Delhi, we believe in crafting experiences that transcend the ordinary, and this event is no exception. We are honoured to collaborate with Conosh and Chef Ana Ros to bring the exquisite flavours of Slovenia to our esteemed guests at The Chambers. The culinary creativity of Chef and her team, along with the signature finesse of our iconic hotel and the warmth of Tajness, made this a Rendezvous to remember. Located in the heart of the Capital, Taj Mahal, New Delhi, now in its re-imagined avatar, celebrates 45 glorious years of hospitality, and is a landmark destination for world-class service and bespoke experiences.”
Commenting on this occasion, Ritesh Sharma, General Manager – The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai said, “In our continued endeavour to providing unparalleled immersive experiences to our esteemed guests, we welcome Chef Ana Ros to recreate the spirit of her renowned three Michelin-starred restaurant, Hisa Franko, here in Mumbai at an exclusive Rendezvous. We are honoured to partner with Conosh for this extraordinary culinary affair, ensuring an unforgettable experience for our patrons and esteemed guests. As we celebrate our 120th anniversary, we take pride in presenting this exceptional gastronomic journey as one of the many milestone events planned throughout the year.”
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