Kensington is one of the cultural hubs of the English capital, being home to some of the country’s most famous museums. The Science Museum, Natural History Museum and Victoria & Albert Museum are all based along Exhibition Road, just two streets along from Gloucester Road where Little India is located. If you’re planning a day out at the museums, why not add a trip to Little India to your list and enjoy a post-museum curry? Here are some of our recommendations.
Tandoori Butter Chicken
A Little India speciality, Tandoori Butter Chicken was created in Delhi in the late 1940s, around the time that the British were leaving India. It is a mild dish that’s popular with adults and children alike, centred around boneless chicken cooked in a traditional tandoor oven. This gives it a distinctive smoky flavour which is complemented by onion, garlic, ginger and Indian spices to create a delicious, aromatic dish.
Lamb Pasanda
A dish that has its origins in the Mughal court, Pasanda is another mild option that has been adapted for the British palate. It’s a rich, creamy and indulgent dish that combines tender, marinated lamb with fresh cream, traditional spices and cashews – perfect for celebrating the Mughal Dynasty after viewing a collection of its art, textile and ceremonial items at the Victoria & Albert Museum.
Sylhet Fish Curry
If you want to dive right into authentic cuisine from the Bengal region, why not try this speciality dish prepared to a traditional fisherman’s recipe? Made with tilapia fish and an array of aromatic spices, it’s ideal for those who want to enjoy the true flavours of India.
Dall Makhani
This North Indian dish is simple yet filling, flavourful and packed with protein – perfect for refuelling after a day on your feet. It combines black lentils, kidney beans and fresh cream, and goes beautifully with a fluffy naan made in our tandoor oven. A more modern variation of traditional lentil dishes, it’s said to have been invented by the same chefs who created Butter Chicken.
Vegetable Biryani
Biryani’s roots are in ancient Persia, and the dish is a classic example of how flavours have travelled across the ages. This aromatic rice dish was brought to India by merchants and popularised during the Mughal era. From India, it has come to the UK and is now one of the nation’s best-loved Indian dishes. It’s a great option if you want to celebrate the flavours that have enchanted several cultures whose artefacts are in London’s museums.
Explore the flavours of India
If you’re looking for a little taste of India after a tour of the museums, why not head to our Indian on Gloucester Road? Little India serves up authentic flavours from across the Indian subcontinent, as well as some British-Indian classics, all with attentive service and a relaxed atmosphere. Book your table today or search ‘Gloucester Road Indian Restaurant’and drop in for delicious dishes that will make your day out in London truly memorable.
