Oktoberfest 2022: German delicacies you should enjoy in Mumbai

Every year for two weeks Munich hosts a lager err largerthanlife festival mdash the Oktoberfest Freeflowing beer music and dance folksy costumes and drinking games define the cult fiesta that originated in 1810 and signifies the Bavarian sense of gemutlichkeit or cordiality Apart from the two million gallons of beer consumed at the fest revelers enjoy a variety of German treats in Munich as well as in various global cities which now celebrate the festival Abhishek Pednekar executive chef Woodside Inn that is joining the September 17 to October 3 celebrations highlights some of these festive dishesNurnberg hot dog rollOktoberfest or not this classic hot dog roll cannot be missed It brings together a delicious combination of brioche hot dog rolls stuffed with German Nurnberg sausages sauerkraut onions and lettuceIngredientsgtgt 90 gm Nurnberg sausagegtgt One piece Brioche hot dog rollgtgt 30 gm caper berry mustardgtgt 30 gm garlic aioligtgt 10 g iceberg lettucegtgt 150 gm French Friesgtgt 20 gm buttergtgt 30 gm sauerkrautgtgt 20 gm caramelised onionsgtgt ParsleyMethodTo make sauerkraut finely chop raw red cabbage that has been fermented with beetroot carrot cumin seeds green peppercorn white vinegar and some seasoning Now season and marinate the sausage Grill it on a preheated griller till it is evenly cooked Cut the brioche roll down the middle and toast it with butter Apply caper berry mustard on the roll followed by garlic aioli Layer it with shredded iceberg lettuce then sauerkraut and place the grilled sausages on top Garnish with drizzled garlic aioli caramelised onions and sauerkraut Serve with crispy French friesCurrywurstA flavourbomb that one can binge on endlessly is currywurst ldquoIt originated during World War it was made by a housewife for the soldiers who were rebuilding the country and it was an instant hitrdquo shares Pednekar The dish comprises gravy which basically blends ketchup and curry spices and is served with grilled sausages cut into bitesized chunksKartoffelsalatComforting and carbloaded kartoffelsalat or potato salad is a household recipe consumed during Oktoberfest shares Pednekar Itrsquos a tangy savoury dish with vinaigrettesmeared potatoes typically accompanied by crispy bacon Itrsquos tossed along with mayo raw vegetables and herbs ldquoWe serve it with sour cream and mustard crispy bacon and kale lettucerdquo he addsApfelstrudelA sweet Oktoberfest treat apart from the ubiquitous pretzel apfelstrudel or apple strudel comprises layered phyllo pastry with a filling of stewed granny smith apples raisins cinnamon butter and cashew nuts Pednekar likes to add a dollop of icecream to garnish the dessertSchnitzelQuintessentially German schnitzel is a thinly sliced pounded meat which is breaded and served with fries or pommes gravy and spatzle or egg noodlepastaPitcher perfectDig into Woodside Innrsquos Oktoberfest feast which includes dunkel onion soup vegan hot dog roll Hefeweizenmarinated stuffed pork roast helles lager rauchbier weizen and marzen lagerTill October 9At Colaba Bandra and Andheri outletsDrive away from the city to Karjatbased Common House and sip on a glass of rauchbier and soak in the greenery outsideFrom First week of OctoberAt Oleander farms KarjatGerman brews such as New England IPA white zen and doppleganger are pouring at Gateway Brewing CompanyAt Ground Godrej Unit No 3 G Block Road BKCCall 9930239169Enjoy beer toddy beer spritz golden shandy and more brews along with German nosh like schnitzel mash and bangers potato pancakes pretzel and more at Glocal JunctionAt Worli Andheri and Malad outletsSip on special beers crafted by Igloo Craft Beers Choose from dabble dubble in pic a complex Belgian style with deep aromas of spices and dark fruits or choose Ludwigrsquos party festbier mdash one of the styles served at the Oktoberfest which kicked off as a wedding party for Prince LudwigAt Shop 3 Cubic Mall CG Road ChemburLog on to igloocraftbeerscom