Exciting new menu items to order home during lockdown
We all know how food businesses have been pushed to think outside the box in order to survive during these long and crippling lockdowns.
On Monday, we published a list of restaurants that can deliver Meal Kits carefully designed for diners to prepare and enjoy at their own convenience.
Another more simpler way at remaining relevant has been for owners and restaurateurs to introduce new menu items to coincide with lockdown.
And it’s remarkable to see the levels of gastronomic innovation and diversity of dishes being made available in response; so remarkable, in fact, that we’ve compiled a list of some of the more exciting ones you might want to order home in a hurry.
BENARES
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Renowned Indian restaurant Benares in London Mayfair, which is being headed by the hugely talented chef Sameer Taneja (former head chef of the now defunct Talli Joe), have gone the extra mile by launching a Tandoori Gosht Roast. Requiring 48 hours’ notice, and serving a minimum of four, this Ginger & Fennel Spiced Roasted Crown of Lamb is stuffed with Quail Egg Pulao, and served with Rogan Josh Gravy, Saag Aloo, Garlic Naan, Cumin Raita, Punjabi Onion Salad, Chilli & Mint Chutney. Just look at that picture!
THE BURGER CLUB
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The Burger Club in Banstead, whose Club Bacon was shortlisted for the #FtLionAwards 2020 Best Burger of the Year, recently introduced their new limited edition Lockdown burger which, with double the beef, double the cheese and turkey bacon, has been so well received by locals that it’s soon to become a permanent part of their impressive menu. Available for takeaway or delivery now.
THE CLUBHOUSE
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Ever been served a giant 1kg burger? Well, The Clubhouse in Crawley have only gone and made one available as part of their Clubhouse Family Sharer. Intended to “easily feed” upto six, this is made up of a premium brioche bun, 1 kilo handmade gourmet 100% beef patty, grilled chicken, zinger chicken, chucker, monterey jack cheese, x12 smoked turkey rashers, 4 eggs, lettuce, tomato, red onions, and gherkins with biggy sauce or Algerian sauce!
Not only can this be delivered within the vicinity via Deliveroo, UberEats and JustEat, but you’ll get 25% off on collection if ordered via their app.
CONA
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Located in Bradford, Cona is one of the few fully Halal fine-dining restaurants in the UK. Inspired by his “beautiful grandmother’s classic recipes”, the restaurant’s owner has introduced The Quintessential Cona Curry Experience, which is available for takeaway (open Wed-Sat 5-10pm) and nationwide delivery.
For £35 for two, you’ll receive a Veg Samosa with Green Chutney, Butter Chicken, Grandma’s Dal Makani, Garlic Chilli & Coriander Naan, Katchumber Salad, and Cumin Rice.
PATRI
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“West London’s best Indian restaurant” Patri (Hammersmith and Northfields) have timed the launch of their new and exciting 2021 menu with lockdown. Not only has this been inspired by the versatile cuisine of Kerala, but some of the dishes sound incredibly good.
So far they’ve revealed the Prawn Fry with Spicy Mustard Chilli Tomato Chutney, the Kerelan Vegan Moilee in a tangy coconut sauce poured over feather-light kale pakoras, and the Malaba Squid Fry in a dry malabar masala served with a homemade sweet chilli dip. Be sure to keep an eye out for the rest of the dishes which will slowly be released over the next week or so (the aforementioned can be ordered now through Deliveroo).
SMOKE & BONES
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London’s Smoke & Bones have created what they call their “monthly sub box” that’s sent out with a full meal, dessert and drinks for around £15 per person. Describing the response as “an absolute knockout”, the preparation is simplicity itself with the meats and meals coming mostly prepared, and just requiring a reheat and a small amount of assembly.
Some of the meals include jerk chicken, burnt ends, barbacoa tacos, and smoked chicken roulade. Simply DM them via their Instagram account.
SPICE VILLAGE
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Established Pakistani brand Spice Village have created a Family Sharing Box which, for £69.99, serves 4, and comes with all your favorite dishes: Village Special Masala Fish, Aloo Papri Chat, Seekh Kebab, Chicken Biryani, Chilli Lamb, Chicken Handi, Makhni Daal, Tandoori Naan, Kheer, and Mint & Chilli Sauce.
