Tradition, Taste, and Togetherness: Mother’s Day at LOYA, Taj Palace
Each dish at LOYA is a tribute to North India’s culinary legacy — where slow cooking, bold spices, and heirloom recipes come alive. Highlights include the Dum Nalli, Ghost Chilli Murg Tikka, Timbi Jhinga, Kangra Khodiya Gosht, all steeped in authenticity and soul.
Just in time for the season, LOYA has also introduced a transformative new cocktail program titled VRIKSH, crafted by celebrated mixologist Hemant Pathak (Junoon NYC), inspired by the journey from root to fruit. These cocktails use seasonal botanicals like bay leaf, saffron, mogra, and jamun to create imaginative, expressive drinks. For all the teetotallers out there, LOYA offers a refined zero-proof selection with options like Saffron Delight and Cilantro.
Every element of the experience is designed to feel thoughtful and rooted, and that includes dessert. Desserts bring together comfort and nostalgia with Doodh Jalebi, Banarasi Bread Pudding, and the chef’s heirloom Gud-ke-Maan, a rich almond kheer. The meal ends with a unique DIY paan mukhwas ritual, adding a personal and memorable touch.
LOYA is a celebration of tradition, craft, and togetherness, making it a meaningful editorial pick for Mother’s Day dining features. I’d be happy to share images, details, or assist with a tasting should you be working on a roundup or recommendation list.
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