Ritu Dalmia's First UAE Restaurant Is All About Indian Flavours

Open for diners, the restaurant menu focuses on regional Indian cuisines, inviting guests to acquaint themselves with Indian flavours and traditions

A glimpse of the newly opened 'Atrangi' restaurantAtrangi

Foodies can now celebrate the taste of India in UAE at the recently opened restaurant 'Atrangi' by Ritu Dalmia. Opened at the iconic Jumeirah Al Qasr Hotel, Atrangi isn't just a restaurant; it's a special place for food lovers.

The opening also marks celebrity chef and restaurateur Dalmia's first restaurant in the Middle East. This eatery offers a diverse culinary journey through India's traditions and techniques.

From L-R: Chef Sabu G Panicker, Chef Ritu Dalmia and Chef Aniket Chatterjeeatrangi.dubai/Instagram

Atrangi's design combines minimalism and European aesthetics, creating a simple and elegant space that takes in the beauty of the Jumeirah canal outside. The restaurant incorporates subtle Indian touches like rattan and kadappa stone to honour its heritage, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Guests can even arrive or depart by classic abra ride, adding to the restaurant's charm.

The Menu

Atrangi's menu takes inspiration from diverse regions and communities across India. It features dishes commonly enjoyed in homes and on the streets, as well as traditional recipes. From Kashmir in the north to Kerala in the south, guests can savour a range of signature dishes. This includes the tempting Kashmiri Kabargah, where lamb chops are cooked in milk and spices before being fried in rice flour and ghee. There's also the Wagyu Beef Jadoh, a rice dish from the Khasi tribe of Meghalaya. Vegetarians can enjoy the Cottage Cheese and Date Kofta in a mushroom gravy.

Bengali dish 'Poda Mangsho' (a type of mutton curry)atrangi.dubai/Instagram

Atrangi's beverage draws inspiration from the spices, flowers, and fruits in India's bustling markets. Guests can indulge in cocktails infused with marigold, mogra, rose, tamarind, mango, ginger, saffron, chai, clarified butter, and other elements.