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Here are the best Deepavali-inspired menus to indulge in during the Festival of Lights
Deepavali, also known as the Festival of Lights, symbolises the ‘victory’ of light over darkness. Falling on October 24 this year, this major Hindu festival is a joyous period is one filled with religious rituals, spending time with loved ones, and savouring a hearty meal.
This year, Deepavali celebrations are back in full force, after two years of Covid-19 restrictions. This means we are finally allowed to celebrate this occasion in its entirety. Chefs around the island are clearly excited as well and have come up with mouth-watering menus to honour the festival. Here are some menus to look out for whether you head out or stay home this Diwali.
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1. The Line
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In honour of Deepavali, this buffet restaurant has expanded its selection of Indian fare. Its latest ‘Taste of India’ spread puts the spotlight on traditional North Indian delicacies from freshly made tandoori Jhinga King prawns to juicy baby lamb rack kebabs. The latter sees succulent lamb slow-cooked with spices until tender. Vegetarian delicacies are also available, including the tandoori paneer with butter mushroom kebabs. Save room for dessert and get to indulge in nostalgic sweet creations, such as spongy kesar rasmalai, fresh milk dumplings; and kaju burfi, a mithai made of cashew nuts, sugar, and cardamom powder. Available from October 21 to 24. Book here.
2. Rempapa
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Chef Damian D’Silva is celebrating this holiday with two exclusive dishes—Kool and Lamb Dhalcha—both of which he learnt from his grandfather. The former is a Northern Sri Lankan specialty, a hearty stew made from a mix of fresh seafood including fish, crab, prawns, and cuttlefish. It’s elevated with the addition of tart tamarind juice and dried chilli flakes. The latter is a Eurasian interpretation of the traditional South Indian lentil stew. D’Silva’s version sees fork tender lamb ribs, lentils, and potatoes mixed with aromatic spices, and stewed until fragrant. Each bowl is rich and robust, thanks to the use of coconut milk and tamarind juice. Available from now until October 24. Book here.
Rempapa, 2 Paya Lebar Road, 01-01/02/03 Park Place Residences at PLQ, S(409053), +65 9459 1603
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3. Town Restaurant
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Town Restaurant is honouring this joyous occasion with a lavish brunch buffet menu. Head down from October 22 to 24 and savour festive flavours, starting with crisp onion bhaji (fritter) and fluffy butter naan. Then, dig into hearty mains like the spicy Kerala crab masala and succulent Kashmiri lamb Rogan josh. End the meal on a sweet note with classic creations like the pistachio rasmalai (cheese discs in thickened milk) and gulab jamun (milk solid balls soaked in rose sugar syrup). Book here.
4. Shikar
Feast on delectable Indian fare this Deepavali with Shikar’s Diwali experience menu. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus are available, with both menus putting the spotlight on the restaurant’s signature dishes. Dinner begins with crisp lotus stem chips and puffed makhana (prickly water lily). These whet the palate for tantalising dishes that are to come. Standouts include juicy tiger prawns gorgeously grilled until smoky; roasted sweet potato goats cheese tikki chaat; and tandoor roasted chicken served alongside smoked tomato and saffron cream sauce. Dessert is a sampler portion of nutty pistachio rose kulfi, and caramelised milk cake. Available from now until October 24. Book here.
Shikar, 2 Cook Street at Maxwell Reserve, Autograph Collection, S(078857), +65 8866 0823
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5. Rang Mahal
Rang Mahal is going all out for Deepavali with its six-course Diwali Celebration set menu. Get ready to tuck into these mouth-watering creations: juicy applewood smoked lamb chops; rich and creamy Old Delhi butter chicken; and paneer tikka in a tomato honey sauce. These dishes are served alongside fluffy garlic naan, roti, and seasonal vegetables. Save space for dessert and get to indulge in traditional Diwali mithais, such as pista burfi (pistachio fudge) and coconut ladoo. The meal finishes with Rang Mahal’s fragrant five-spice tea, a homebrewed tea with saffron, cinnamon, clove, black pepper, cardamom. Available from now until October 31. Book here.
6. Masalaa Bar
You can’t have a gathering without food, right? Elevate your celebrations at home with Masalaa Bar’s Diwali menu. Some highlights from the menu include gorgeously chargrilled chicken tikka masala; rich and earthy bhindi masala, featuring tender okra pods; and mutton Nihari Ghosht korma. If you prefer seafood, you will not want to miss out on the Goan fish curry, a wonderfully spiced South-West Indian curry with an aromatic tomato and coconut base. available from now until October 30. Order here.
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7. Muthu’s Curry
If you decide to celebrate Diwali at home, why not do so with Muthu’s Curry’s latest Deepavali set menu. Here, look forward to comforting plates such as chicken masala, aloo gobi (potatoes and cauliflower), and fiery sambal prawns. For an additional cost, get to top up your meal with additional meats and vegetables, including rich butter chicken and crisp fried fish. End the meal with a sweet treat—don’t miss out on the kesari, a traditional South Indian treat made with semolina, ghee and nuts. Available from now until October 26. Order here.
Muthu’s Curry, 138 Race Course Road, 01-01, S(218591), +65 6392 1722
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Amanda Goh was the former senior writer for Tatler Singapore.
