The dinner placed a clear emphasis on regional Indian cooking, with a menu rooted in Himalayan ingredients and food traditions. The menu was curated by celebrated Chef Prateek Sadhu,
One of the stand-out beverages served to the US President was a special US-UK cocktail, created by blending smoky whisky with the bright citrus of marmalade.
Aside from an array of vegetarian dishes, the lavish dinner also had musical performances that blended Indian classical notes with Russian harmonies.
Jakhiya Aloo is a traditional potato preparation from the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. It was recently featured on a special Himalayan menu curated for a state banquet hosted at Rashtrapati Bhavan for EU leaders.
