Jamva Chalo ji

What better way to ring in the Parsi New Year than by digging into the traditional favourites being dished out by five of the city's iconic Parsi restaurants

Jamva Chalo ji

What better way to ring in the Parsi New Year than by digging into the traditional favourites being dished out by five of the city's iconic Parsi restaurants

Navroze marks the first day of spring and the beginning of the new year in the Iranian calendar; it's a time for revelry and feasting. The Guideu00a0handpicks the signature dishes that will find pride of place on most Parsi family tables today.

Saas Ni Machhi
Jimmy Boy lays out a delicious spread this Navroze. It includes Patra Ni Machhi, Sali Murgh, Mutton or Chicken Pulao Dal, rotis, saarias, pickle and custard all make it to the sumptuous spread.

Saas Ni Machhi. Pics/ Bipin Kokate

A meal in the non-AC section costs Rs 550, while dining in air-conditioned comfort will set you back by Rs 650. If you prefer a fishy interlude, savour the Saas Ni Macchi (two pieces) for Rs 330 from the la carte menu.
For Rs 330
At Jimmy Boy, 11, Vikas Building, Bank Street, Fort.
Call 22700880

Chicken Salli / Salli Boti
A popular hangout for foodies on the lookout for authentic Parsi fare, Britannia's Berry Pulao has been immortalised on food blogs and travelogues. They also do a good Chicken Salli and Salli Boti, which is made with boneless pieces of chicken or mutton in a thick,u00a0 tomato and onion-based gravy, topped with salli for added crunch.
For Rs 230 and Rs 280 respectively
At Britannia & Co Restaurant, Ballard Estate, Fort.
Call 22615264

Chicken Farcha/ Patra Fish
This quaint Parsi eatery is among the few places in town where you can sip on au00a0 Raspberry soda, while tucking into fried chicken aka Chicken Farcha. Strips of chicken are dipped into egg, rolled in rawa, deep-fried and then topped with chips. The crispy exterior gives way to soft succulent meat that oozes flavour in every bite. Also sample the Patra Fish: Fish with green masala filling, wrapped in a leaf and steamed.
For Rs 100 and Rs 200 respectively
At Ideal Corner, 12 F/G, Hornby View, Gunbow Street, Fort.
Call 22621930

Bharoochi Akoori (Masala Scrambled Eggs)
It's no secret that Parsis love eggs. High on the list of egg-
cellent dishes is the Bharoochi Akoori. Not for the faint-
hearted though, this version of scrambled eggs is cooked in generous amounts of butter and ghee. After being seasoned in lasoon (garlic) and jeera (cumin), the dish is topped with raisins, almonds and coriander: Comfort food at its best. The dish will be served as part of a special buffet dinner to mark Navroze
at Joss.
For Rs 1,200 per person for buffet
At Joss, 30, K Dubhash Marg, next to Chetana Restaurant, Kala Ghoda, Fort; at 8 pm and 10 pm.
Call 66356908

Kashmiri Pulao Dal
Spotting office goers dutifully dunking fresh brun-maska into a steaming cuppa is not an unusual site at this old Iranian caf ufffd, near Metro cinema. While the Dhansak is likely to be the most popular dish on the menu, this caf ufffd favourite also manages to lure hungry masses with an aromatic Kashmiri Pulao Dal, best enjoyed with brown rice or pao.
For Rs 120
At Sassanian Boulangerie, 1st Marine Lines, Dhobi Talao.
Call 22006198/ 22098001