Smoky Delight
After running the city’s coolest hangout zone for four years (Mocha), Impresario Entertainment and Hospitality has launched its second eatery, Smoke House Deli—a haven for delicious European cuisine. With its pristine white interiors, cosy and comfortable booths, and artwork featuring Kolkata’s architecture adorning its walls, the ambience of the restaurant is perfect for a long and indulgent meal. With concert tickets of jazz legends such as Pam Craine, who played in the city in the 60s, Victoria Memorial and Fort William, the restaurant’s décor pays a hearty tribute to the City of Joy. The menu is styled on the lines of a European café with plenty of choices in soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, entrées and desserts, but a little bit of Kolkata is steeped in its fish-based dishes. Try the Chilli Crusted Beckti with lemon and thyme, served on a bed of perfectly done risotto; or the slightly more ambitious pan-seared Gurjali fish—not so common outside Bengali homes—with mustard cream and green vegetables. Though the Peri Peri rubbed grilled chicken is supposed to be one of their specialities, it’s nothing much to write about. You will do better ordering the house special Tenderloin Steaks. For desserts, the creamy Raspberry and Oreo Mousse Cake is a must try. The base of the mousse, made with oreo cookies, makes it a desirable dish. The Bitter Chocolate and Orange GanacheTorte stays just a shade shy of being bitter and is balanced perfectly with the tang of oranges. Meal for two Rs 1,800 At Quest Mall, 33 Amir Ali Avenue Tel 40674001