Leela Hong Kong, a MICHELIN-recommended restaurant and one of Tatler Best 2025’s Top 20 Restaurants, invites diners to embark on an extraordinary gastronomic journey with the launch of its Royal Experience Tasting Menu. Curated by Chef and Founder Manav Tuli, this HK$1,188++ per person dining experience (with optional wine or Saicho sparkling tea pairing) resurrects centuries-old recipes from India’s royal courts and ancient dynasties, blending historical authenticity with contemporary presentation.

Each course is a window into India’s culinary heritage, inspired by Persian manuscripts, Ayurvedic traditions, and oral histories. Highlights include:

Rasam (Fish Cheek Soup) – A tangy, spiced broth once crafted by Ayurvedic physicians to heal royalty in ancient Madurai.

Vataka (Crab & Lentil Cake) – Inspired by lentil dumplings from the Mauryan Empire, once enjoyed by warriors and commoners alike.

Shishranga Murg (Six-Colour Chicken) – A 17th-century Mughal masterpiece layered with meats, nuts, and saffron.

Aash-E Bawardi – A rich beef curry with lentil dumplings, paying homage to Shah Jahan’s royal kitchens.

Kola Urandai (Lamb Croquette) – A modern take on Sangam-era warrior protein balls.

Qaliya Shirazi (Persian Lamb Stew) – A saffron-scented delicacy symbolising prosperity in the Mughal courts.

Aashsham Khichdi (Barley & Lamb Kedgeree) – A sustaining dish from Mauryan soldiers, refined for royal banquets.

Khaja (Pistachio Cream Crisps) – A layered sweet from the Mauryan era, ending the meal on a nostalgic note.

Chef Tuli and his team spent years researching these dishes, drawing inspiration from food historians such as Salma Yusuf Husain, to ensure each plate serves as a bridge between the past and present.

The Royal Experience Tasting Menu is now available at Leela Hong Kong, promising not just a meal but a story of cultural preservation and culinary artistry.

For reservations, visit www.leela.hk.

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