A Royal Table Awaits: An Evening of Awadhi Grandeur at Novotel Hyderabad Airport

• Indulge in the rich, slow-cooked legacy of Lucknow’s Nawabi cuisine with a curated culinary journey by Chef Subham Kumar, brought to life with heritage flavours, live counters, and timeless elegance.

Mumbai / Hyderabad, 2nd July 2025: Novotel Hyderabad Airport invites you to experience an unforgettable evening steeped in the regal flavours of Awadhi cuisine. On the nights of July 3^rd to 6th 2025, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, step into a world of slow-cooked richness and aromatic elegance as we bring the timeless culinary heritage of Lucknow to life.             

Curated by the talented Chef Subham Kumar, the Awadhi dinner experience is a carefully crafted tribute to the grandeur of Nawabi kitchens, designed to transport diners to an era of royal feasts and refined indulgence. The menu blends time-honoured recipes with meticulous technique, beginning with a soul-warming Mutton Paya Shorba and Tamatar Dhaniya Shorba, each ladle full of depth, tradition, and comforting warmth.       

Live counters will feature delicacies like the melt-in-the-mouth Mutton Galawati Kebab and the vegetarian marvel, Gimikand ke Galawat, showcasing the delicate textures and complexity of Awadhi spices. At the buffet, dishes such as Dudhiya Kebab and Murgh Wajid Ali continue the culinary journey with their rich, aromatic profiles. The main course offers a royal spread: Shahi Paneer, Moong Mughlai Dal, Arbi Kaliya, Khumbh Nawabi, and Subz Lazzez, each carefully selected to complement the non-vegetarian offerings of Nalli Nahari, Chicken Masala, and the majestic Dum Gosht Biryani, accompanied by Sada Chawal and Dum Tarkari Biryani for balance and variety.       

“This experience is very close to my heart,” says Chef Subham Kumar. “Awadhi cuisine isn’t just about richness, it’s about precision, patience, and respect for tradition. Every dish has a story, and we want our guests to feel that legacy in every bite.”

Leading the culinary vision is Chef Amanna Raju, Head Chef at Novotel Hyderabad Airport, who adds, “We aim to make each dining experience immersive and memorable. With this Awadhi celebration, we’re not just offering food, we’re offering a royal journey through India’s culinary history.”

General Manager Mr. Sukhbir Singh reflects the hotel’s commitment to excellence, saying, “At Novotel Hyderabad Airport, we strive to create moments that linger long after the event. This evening is a celebration of heritage, artistry, and hospitality, an experience we are proud to share with our esteemed guests.”

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Novotel Hotels, Suites & Resorts offers high-quality hotels designed as comforting and energising places where guests can achieve balance in their busy lives, whether they are traveling for work, leisure or a blend of both. The brand’s wide array of hotels, suites and resorts offer a multitude of services, including spacious, modular rooms with natural and intuitive design; relaxed restaurants with nutritious choices; flexible workspaces; attentive and proactive staff; family zones for the youngest guests; multi-purpose lobbies; and accessible fitness centres. Novotel, which has over 590 locations in more than 60 countries is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,700 properties throughout more than 110 countries. Novotel is also a participating brand in ALL - Accor Live Limitless – a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.