Indian Zest in Sunbury to hold ‘Goan Food Fiesta’

Following the success of the Biryani Festival in September, Indian Zest restaurant in Sunbury will be hosting a Goan Food Festival from 18th to 28th November 2009.

Executive chef Manoj Vasaikar has been inspired by the huge success of the special food festivals organised at sister restaurant Indian Zing in Hammersmith that he decided to share his passion and knowledge of traditional Indian cuisine by introducing them to Indian Zest in Sunbury.

The Goan Festival will be a celebration providing a unique opportunity to try traditional dishes from a fascinating cuisine.  The restaurant is known for its extensive, regional à la carte menu, which is available throughout the year, served in the cosy, tastefully decorated restaurant, which along with efficient and knowledgeable service, contributes to the Indian Zest experience.

The restaurant is located at 21 Thames Street, Sunbury on Thames, TW16 5QF.  For more information visit indianzest.co.uk.

Goan cuisine is famous for its rich variety, having been influenced by the diversity of inhabitants including Christians, Hindus, Brahimins (Hindus and Christians), Kashmiri Muslim and Portuguese. The result is an exquisite cuisine, rich in culinary styles, with  each boasting a distinct flavour.  Rice is eaten by all but the gravies offer a variance. 

Dishes will include jhaula wadi, small shrimps and sun-dried fish pounded with fresh herbs and spices and mixed with root vegetable and potatoes coated with semolina and seared in a hot pan; Goan fish Ambottik, seasonal fish poached in stone ground spices and herbs with kokum and Goan red chilli; chicken caffreal, a traditional Goan-Portuguese grill marinated in fresh green herbs and palm vinegar; and bebinca, multi-layered traditional Goan gateaux made up of virgin extract of coconut milk and flour, with a dash of Cointreau and orange zest.