Located in Tai Kwun and recommended by the Michelin Guide, Prince and the Peacock is renowned for its high-quality Indian cuisine. This time, it offers a journey through time with a unique tasting experience! Chef Palash Mitra has launched a limited-time “Bengal Nawab” menu, inspired by the royal court cuisine of Bengal in the 18th to 19th centuries. The traditional dishes from that era have been meticulously recreated, with each plate infused with historical tales and rich spices. This limited menu is only available during dinner service from Monday to Wednesday, so don’t miss your chance to try it!
This menu features a special selection of classic dishes, ranging from appetizers to main courses to desserts, offering rich layers of authentic flavors. A must-try is the Ghugni (curry chickpeas), which combines chickpeas with crispy rice puffs and cucumbers, delivering a rich and textured taste; the traditional breakfast dish Bhaja Maach (Bengali fried fish) features fried catfish belly served with a mildly spicy tomato chutney that’s both tangy and appetizing. The star of the show is undoubtedly the Morog Pulao (chicken biryani), a renowned dish from Dhaka made with Indian basmati rice, saffron, and fresh green chilies. Each bite is infused with intense aroma, and paired with tender chicken, it is truly unforgettable!
Looking to try some royal-level seafood dishes? Bhapa Chingri (Bengali Steamed Prawns) is definitely a great choice, featuring freshwater shrimp flavored with coconut and mustard, steamed to just the right tenderness, simple yet full of flavor. Inspired by the chef’s favorite Hong Kong-style roasted goose, Haser Kaliya (Curried Goose) involves roasting goose meat on skewers, then simmering it with goose broth, paired with fried onions and cashew cream for a rich taste experience. For vegetarian options, Kumro Chechki (Bengali Pumpkin) is simmered with ginger, crushed peanuts, and Bengali five spices, served alongside traditional Dhakai Porotta for a soft and fragrant bite.
Don’t miss out on the final dessert! The restaurant is proudly introducing Roshmalai, Jaggery Gelato, and Rice Kheer, featuring Indian milk dumplings, the chef’s special Bengali palm sugar gelato, and slow-cooked Indian rice pudding, each bite exuding a touch of royal elegance. The entire menu is available à la carte, or you can enjoy the full tasting menu for HKD 748, allowing you to sample all the dishes in one go.
PRINCE AND THE PEACOCK
Address: 2/F, 1 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong
Phone: +852 2154 6104
Website: https://www.themagistracyhongkong.com/prince-and-the-peacock-tc