The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences Presents a Culinary Pop Up with Masterchef Farman Ali at Diya

Gurugram, September 2024: The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences is thrilled to announce an incredible culinary pop-up at its renowned Indian restaurant, Diya. From September 23rd to 29th, Diya will host an exclusive pop-up featuring Chef Farman Ali from Falak at The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru. This special event will offer guests a unique dining experience showcasing the award-winning flavours of Chef Ali’s Northwest Frontier cuisine.

Set to take place at Diya, the vibrant, contemporary dining space known for its authentic Northwest Frontier Cuisine, this event promises to deliver a rich fusion of tradition and innovation. Chef Farman Ali, a master of the Northwest Frontier culinary style, will take over the kitchen to showcase his signature slow-cooked delicacies, providing patrons with an immersive taste of one of India’s most luxurious and refined cuisines. With a coveted place in the La Liste Awards 2024 and recognition by Condé Nast Traveller’s Top Restaurant Awards 2023, Falak shines as India’s finest culinary establishment, making this pop-up a true delight.

Chef Farman Ali is celebrated for his outstanding skill and deep knowledge of Northwest Frontier cuisine. As the culinary genius behind Falak, he has earned accolades for his meticulous approach to traditional cooking techniques, ensuring every dish is a masterpiece of flavour and texture. His expertise in slow-cooking methods highlights the affluent history of this regional cuisine, where each ingredient is carefully balanced to achieve perfection. Chef Ali’s admiration for preserving the authentic flavours of his dishes, combined with his innovative touch, has established him as a leading figure in the world of fine Indian dining.

The intimate setting of Diya, with its carefully curated interiors by the renowned Hersch Bedner Associates, offers an elegant ambiance that complements the richness of the menu. Designed to cater to a select 80 guests, the restaurant’s exclusivity is further enriched by its private Maharaja Room, an ideal space for those seeking a more personalized dining experience. Guests at the event will enjoy a front-row seat to culinary craftsmanship as Diya’s live kitchen counter brings the artistry of Chef Farman Ali to life.

Chef Farman Ali, who helms the restaurant Falak, has crafted a menu that is as much a tribute to the opulent kitchens of nawabs as it is a modern interpretation of India’s culinary heritage.

This exclusive pop-up offers a rare opportunity to experience rich flavours in the luxurious environs of The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences. The menu features both à la carte and set menus starting at INR 4000 plus taxes.

Visit The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences to appreciate an incredible feast that combines history, authenticity, and contemporary charm. This collaboration between Diya and Falak, masterfully crafted by one of the country’s finest chefs, is the perfect culinary event to attend.