The Promenade Lounge is a part of the Taj Bengal lobby and one of the most interesting places to enjoy your evening coffee or tea. With large, comfortable sofas and two or three palm trees around the space, there is no way you won't find some peace here. But if that is not enough, you could always browse through the amazing collection of art on display, usually representing local talent. With over a hundred tea varieties on offer, this place is sure to leave you refreshed and recharged.
Souk, which translates to 'market' in Arabic, is Taj Bengal's offering in East Mediterranean cuisine. With beautifully laid out tables, each highlighted by overhead lamps, this ultra-chic restaurant is a pleasure spot to dine. The master chef creates delicacies from Morocco, Turkey, Greece and Egypt and other Arabic specialties. Of course, this is no market place, but Souk does offer a wide variety of options for the discerning epicurean. Private dining options are also available.
Situated within the Hyatt Regency Kolkata, Guchhi is dedicated to Indian cuisine, specifically North Indian and Bengali. Named after the forest in Kashmir, the restaurant has a decidedly modern ambiance. However, the cuisine is as traditional as it gets; the specials include the Raan-e-Guchhi and Guchhi Pulao. Watching the chefs at work in the open kitchen is a pure pleasure, especially when you know the final result is going to be on your plate. The restaurant also has two private dining rooms.
If you are looking for finger-licking good Indian cuisine, Peshawari is an absolute must-visit. Situated within the ITC Sonar, this restaurant offers specialties from North India, especially of the Tandoor or Indian barbecue variety. The best way to eat here is, of course, with your fingers and the restaurant provides aprons so that everyone is comfortable eating in this natural way.
'Dum Pukht' is actually a reference to a traditional Indian method where ingredients are allowed to cook in a sealed vessel, usually for a long period of time. Food cooked in this manner tends to be extremely tasty and full of flavors. Serving you such specialties from the Awadhi and Luckhnawi cuisines, Dum Pukht is sure to be one great culinary treat! The plush and elegant decor gels well with food and truly elevate the dining experience here.