Kumaon Expedition at Monsoon, THE Park Bangalore  

Monsoon, the 24-hour dining restaurant at THE Park Bangalore, presents ‘Kumaon Expedition’ as part of ‘Culinary expedition by THE Park,’ an initiative to promote local and endogenous cuisines. This exclusive culinary pop-up is a collaboration between THE Park Bangalore and Himmaleh Spirits, showcasing special cocktails and delicacies from Kumaon (Uttarakhand) at Monsoon from 14^th to 16^th June 2024, at THE Park Bangalore.  

The culinary expedition will be led by Chef Mohan Bisht, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience. Hailing from Kumaon, Chef Mohan brings his passion for the regional cuisine to the table. Kumaoni cuisine, known for its high nutritional value, is crafted using methods that have evolved to suit the Himalayan climate. This cuisine is renowned for enhancing the flavour of dishes with herbs and spices typically found in the region. 

Chef Mohan has collaborated with local culinary teams to create a unique menu that highlight the speciality dishes of Kumaon Mandal region, prepared using locally sourced herbs and spices. The 3 day event will feature signature vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes such as Jungli Chaap, Aloo Chana Meladya, and the Kumaoni Thaali. The dishes are prepared using traditional slow cooking techniques and signature elements like flax seeds, hemp, and stone-ground spices that put the “comfort” in North Indian food. 

In addition to the gastronomic delights, the event will also feature a range of flavourful drinks that showcases the distinctive tastes and flavours of Uttarakhand, Himmaleh Spirits will showcase their signature gin, ‘Kumaon and I’, a contemporary dry gin distilled using locally grown rice and regional botanicals like Himalayan Juniper, Kalmegh, Timur pepper, and Rose. Siddhant Hule, a passionate mixologist with a fondness for tequila and gin, will take over the bar, presenting signature cocktails such as the ‘Mountain Temperature’ and ‘The Pahadi Highball’. 

"Our 'Kumaon Expedition' is not merely a culinary event; it's an immersive journey that captures the soul of India's rich cultural tapestry. Through our 'Culinary Expedition by THE Park' series, we are passionately committed to spotlighting the lesser known yet incredibly vibrant micro-cuisines of our diverse nation. By showcasing the distinct flavours of Kumaon, we aim to take our guests on an Anything But Ordinary journey, right here in the heart of Bangalore." 

Kiron Kumar, Director- Operations, THE Park Bangalore

Experience 3 days of the event from 14^th – 16^th June 2024 

·       Address: Monsoon, THE Park, Bangalore, 14/7 MG Road, Bangalore, Karnataka - 560042 

·       Lunch: 12.00 pm to 3.00 pm  

·       Dinner: 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm 

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