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A Culinary Journey Through the Deccan

A Culinary Journey Through the Deccan

A Taste of Tradition, A Celebration of Flavour

At ANANDA, we are passionate about crafting immersive dining experiences that transport our guests to the heart of India’s diverse culinary landscape. One of our most unique explorations was a tasting menu inspired by the Deccan Plateau—a region known as “The Beating Heart of India” for its breathtaking terrain, rich history, and bold flavours.

Exploring the Deccan: A Land of Culinary Riches

The Deccan Plateau, spanning across Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, and parts of Odisha & Madhya Pradesh, is one of India’s most geographically and culturally diverse regions. From rolling hills and canyon-lined rivers to ancient cities like Hyderabad and Pune, the Deccan is a land of centuries-old culinary traditions and unparalleled natural beauty.


The cuisine here is deeply influenced by its terrain and climate, boasting an abundance of game meats, freshwater fish, free-range poultry, and a vibrant variety of vegetables and spices. The region is famous for its robust, aromatic flavours, Every dish from this tasting menu was designed to showcase the heritage of the Deccan while being reimagined with a modern fine-dining touch.

Crafting an Immersive Tasting Experience

For our Deccan-inspired tasting menu, we sought to create more than just a meal—it was a sensory journey. From the aroma of freshly ground spices to the plating inspired by the region’s landscapes, every detail was carefully curated.

Guests were welcomed with an ambience reflecting the vibrancy of the Deccan, enriched with notes of moringa, sandalwood, and jaggery, much like the bustling yet calming streets of its ancient cities.

Ananda’s Evolving Tasting Menus

While our Deccan Tasting Menu was a limited-time experience, our tasting menus are always evolving, offering new explorations of India’s diverse regions and culinary stories.


Each season, our chefs curate a unique menu, drawing inspiration from India’s royal kitchens, spice routes, and street food gems. Whether it’s a deep dive into the fragrant curries of Kashmir, the seafood delicacies of Bengal, or the delicate vegetarian wonders of Gujarat, ANANDA’s tasting menus are a chance to explore India’s vast and vibrant cuisine in an elevated fine-dining setting.

TASTING MENU

Experience the Best of Indian Fine Dining

At ANANDA, we invite you to discover, taste, and indulge in the best of Indian gastronomy. Each visit is an opportunity to experience new flavours, time-honoured traditions, and contemporary interpretations of India’s most beloved dishes.

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I still have vivid childhood memories of the delicious lunch I relished in the restaurant car of the iconic Taj Express via Agra while travelling from Delhi to Gwalior. In those glorious days of yesteryear — most prestigious trains — especially in the central, western, and northern parts of India — had restaurant and dining cars — run with pride and flair — each proudly serving its own distinctive cuisine and signature dishes. There were a variety of items on the menu — Regional Indian and Continental fare. The year was 1979— and may be longest and the most epic journey of our lives from Trivandrum in Kerala to Dharamsala in Himachal— as the train chugged its way from Coimbatore to Chennai and Delhi through to our final rail head Pathankot. 5 days 4 nights traversing the sandy seashores, back waters, river valleys, hills of the Deccan plateau and the Indo Gangetic plains mountains with dense jungles of the Bhil Nagpur & Gondwana forests. We ate roast chicken — my father had Chicken Cutlets and chips — omelettes toast and tea and my mum the Vegetarian Thali Meal. — we ate leisurely — savouring every bite — while enjoying the picturesque verdant scenery through the large open windows of the old-style luxurious restaurant car. unhurriedly in relaxed ambiance. I eagerly looked forward to enjoying inimitable railway food — and for me this was the most exhilarating part of a train journey. This menu reflects my memories made on many a journey across a nation defined by its trains and the people who served and savoured it. Asheesh Dewan
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