Meghana HarikumarBengaluru: Yauatcha Bengaluru is renowned for its dedication to offering exquisite Chinese cuisine, and this year, it has outdone itself by celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival with a specially curated menu and a vibrant Tequila Garden. This unique celebration, running until July 15, 2024, invites you to immerse in the rich cultural traditions and flavours of this historic festival.
The Dragon Boat Festival, known as Duanwu Festival, boasts over 5,000 years of history. It is a time when families and friends come together to enjoy traditional Chinese delicacies, the most iconic of which is the Zongzi – a pyramid-shaped sticky rice dish wrapped in lotus leaves. Yauatcha Bengaluru’s limited edition Dragon Boat menu features an impressive array of Zongzi dumplings, each with its own unique filling and flavour profile.
Exploring the Dragon Boat Menu
The exclusive menu at Yauatcha highlights a variety of Zongzi dumplings, designed to bring back cherished memories and create new ones with every bite. Each dumpling is meticulously crafted to offer a unique taste experience:
Black Truffle Zongzi Dumpling: This vegetarian delight is a harmonious blend of porcini and shimeji mushrooms, black truffle, and sugar snap pea. The rich, earthy flavour of the mushrooms is beautifully complemented by the luxurious aroma of black truffle, making it a treat for the senses.
Chicken and Prawn Zongzi Dumpling: A perfect combination of succulent chicken and prawn, enriched with the umami taste of shiitake mushrooms. This dumpling offers a delightful mix of textures and flavours, from the tender chicken to the juicy prawn.
Prawn and Water Chestnut Zongzi Dumpling: Featuring a satisfying blend of prawn, water chestnut, snow pea, and shimeji mushroom, this dumpling provides a refreshing crunch and a burst of flavour with every bite.
Braised Pork Belly Zongzi Dumpling: For those who love a rich, savoury taste, this dumpling with Belgian pork belly and a hint of Sichuan peppercorn is a must-try. The pork belly is perfectly braised to melt-in-the-mouth perfection, while the peppercorn adds a subtle kick.
To round off this exquisite meal, the dessert on offer is the **Mango Rice Tapioca**, served with jasmine rice pudding, fresh mango compote, and mango mascarpone ice cream. This dessert is a delightful symphony of flavours and textures, from the creamy rice pudding to the refreshing mango compote, and the luscious mascarpone ice cream.
The Tequila Garden Experience
Complementing this culinary feast, Yauatcha introduces a Tequila Garden, offering an exciting selection of Tequila cocktails inspired by Asian and Mexican flavours. This innovative mixology program emphasizes fresh, eclectic ingredients, including homemade purees, foams, fruits, herbs, and spices, ensuring each cocktail is a masterpiece.
The Dragon Boat Margarita brings a twist to the classic cocktail with the addition of sake, yuzu, and tequila, creating a refreshing and tangy drink that pairs perfectly with the Zongzi dumplings. Another standout is the Fuzhou Highball, which expertly combines lime, elderflower, jasmine seltzer, and tequila, offering a light, floral, and refreshing cocktail.
Yauatcha Bengaluru’s Dragon Boat Festival celebration is a testament to its commitment to cultural authenticity and culinary excellence. The specially curated menu and the vibrant Tequila Garden offer an immersive experience that beautifully blends traditional Chinese flavours with innovative cocktail pairings. You are invited to indulge in the rich traditions of the Dragon Boat Festival and create unforgettable moments with their loved ones.
For those looking to experience this unique celebration, Yauatcha Bengaluru is the place to be. Located at Level 5, 1 MG Road Mall, MG Road, Bangalore, the festival is open from 12 PM to 10:30 PM, with a price of 3500+ taxes for two. Don’t miss this opportunity to savour the festive spirit and exquisite flavours of the Dragon Boat Festival at Yauatcha Bengaluru.
Meghana Harikumar
Editor
