Nest - Howard Johnson

For anyone living in Kolkata, Durga Puja is more than just a religious affair. Preparations for the coming Durga Puja begins as soon as the current one is over. This festival of worshiping Goddess Durga is a way of life for the people of Kolkata. The five-day celebrations are a mix of love, adda, culture, food and lively chaos.

The blue sky with fluffy white clouds, the sound of Dhaks and the festive cheer in the air, Yes, Durga Puja is the true essence of people living in Kolkata. And for the food lovers like me, it means Food! There are various small aspects of Durga Puja that gets its present identity from the actual ritual, from adda sessions to pandal hopping to the food of course! You cannot miss the Food, especially during Pujas, if you consider yourself a serious foodie.

If you are planning for comfort and luxurious food affair with your friends, family or a special one, in this blog post, I will talk about my experience with The Nest, in Chinar Park.

Ambience (5/5): It is quite suitable for a fine dining experience. The plush sofas and sleek wooden furniture look welcoming with the minimalistic decor truly are attractive. The glass pane offering a view of the clear blue sky above is romantic. Overall, it's a great restaurant for dining with your loved ones.

Staff (5/5): The staff was very courteous and ensured we enjoyed our dining experience. The management was handling everything quite professionally.

Food (4.5/5): The variety of food is intimidating. The taste ranges from great to excellent. We had opted for the buffet lunch. The food was good in quality, and the food variations compared to the buffet price is quite good. 

Food Items: There are numerous options both for veg as well as non-vegetarians. Among them, my choices for the best were

Veg-

Jeera Peas Pulao

Masala Methi Dal & Doi Begun

Sorshe Bhindi & Corn Palak

Paneer Kolhapuri & Sliced Potatoes in Parmigiano Cheese

Stir Fried Vegetables & Chilli Garlic Noodles

Non-Veg-

Poached Fish with Orange Chilli Sauce & Kung Pao Chicken

Chicken Dakbunglow

 Pork in Schezwan Sauce

At the end of everything, to satisfy the sweet tooth, assorted desserts from mousse to mishti doi were also available.

Dessert -

 Kiwi Mousse

Dahi Bhalla

Fruit Tart

Mishti Doi with Mihidana Shot, Raita & Gulab Jamun

Overall, I enjoyed their hospitality and food. It did feel like a fine dining experience. I would surely recommend The Nest to my readers who are ready to experience a gastronomical affair at an affordable budget.