The Oxford and Cambridge Society of the Netherlands invites its members and their guests to a special culinary event:

Diwali – A Taste of the Festivals of India | Saturday, 21st October |Amsterdam

Join the founder of Tasty Talks, Manasi for a Taste of Diwali as she takes you to the festivities of India through a food experience rooted in the different regions of India. The food in the whole of India during Diwali is always very special, and different in each household. Through this event, we will explore the diversity of Indian cuisine and go beyond the perception of Indian food as curry and butter chicken.
Join us as we discover how the cities and households of Delhi, Rajasthan, Mumbai, Punjab and Tamil Nadu celebrate Diwali through some of the most iconic dishes of their kitchens.

On the Menu:

A little taste of Street food:

• Dabeli – A delicious stew of potatoes, herbs and spices inside a bun – the perfect mix of salty, sour and sweet that leaves on wanting for more. (Mumbai)
• Dahi Bhalla Chaat – Dahi Bhalla is a famous side dish in the North of India specially in Delhi, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh. This dish is like a bomb of flavors with dumplings made of split black lentils and topped with yoghurt and a lot of spicy toppings. It is a popular dish both in homes and on the streets.
• Idli – A taste of the south of India through its famous fermented rice and lentils steamed discs served with a refreshing coconut chutney.
  Mains:
• Panchmel Daal – A staple of Rajasthan, it’s a mix a 5 types of lentils spiced with a chilli tempering
• Matar Pulaao – Green Peas and Basmati rice cooked in ghee and spices – nothing gets better than this combination
• Dum Aloo – Slow cooked and smoked potatoes in a delicious gravy made of fresh onions and tomatoes with the creaminess of cashews
• Mini tawa rotis – Now this is something that you will always find in a home, never in a restaurant but this is the most common form of bread eaten throughout a
• Salad – To balance the flavors, there is always a salad on the side

Dessert: We will end the dinner with a traditional Indian Chai, gulab jamun and an assortment of ladoos and sweets which are a very common part of the festivities during Diwali.

When: Saturday, October 21st, from 5-8pm
Where: The Villy Rhapsody, 1061CW Amsterdam
Prices: Member EUR 50| Guest of Member EUR 55

Tickets are limited, given venue capacity and booking closes a week in advance of the event. Hence, early booking is recommended! Cancellations with a refund are only possibly up to a week in advance. Past this date only possible ticket swaps may be possible. 

We hope you can join us for this festive food experience in Amsterdam! Dress code is colorful festive, as appropriate for Diwali.

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LOCATION

The Villy Rhapsody, Amsterdam, 1061CW