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Umm,,,i read the thread title wrong,,,,missed the "t" in nashta,,,n was like what?
10 Reasons Desi Nashta Is Way Better Than English Nashta
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Let me share typical Indian breakfast dishes besides all prevalent aaloo parathas...
Healthy bowl of flattened rice poha... Steamed n lightly stir fried...
Typical Mallu breakfast called PUTTU consists of steamed rice powder mixed with coconut n jaggery and eaten with bananas..
Saboodana ki khichdi... Light on tummy
Famous Gujrati breakfast dishes...
Thepla...
Famous Dhokla made of steamed chickpeas..
Now some more Southern breakfast delicacies..
World Famous Masala Dosa...
Steamed Idli (Rice+lentil pudding) along with deep fried Wadaa..
Healthy bowl of flattened rice poha... Steamed n lightly stir fried...
Typical Mallu breakfast called PUTTU consists of steamed rice powder mixed with coconut n jaggery and eaten with bananas..
Saboodana ki khichdi... Light on tummy
Famous Gujrati breakfast dishes...
Thepla...
Famous Dhokla made of steamed chickpeas..
Now some more Southern breakfast delicacies..
World Famous Masala Dosa...
Steamed Idli (Rice+lentil pudding) along with deep fried Wadaa..
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Arre dada apni kothaye thaken? You seem to frequent all the places where I go....
I go to Rubi's too...right next door! But seriously for burger's etc now IMO Chilli's is the best. Generic but still great. One at Quest Mall and the other at South City.
@Joe Shearer
Hey! North/South rivalry now is it?! This is one rivalry I would gladly lose though!!!
But guys for continental (old-style), who can beat Mocambo and Peter Cat, even today? BTW, a great new steakhouse opened up on the rooftop of Wise Owl on Purna Das Road. Went there yesterday - good sirloin steak! Though fillet minion was not there, which is my favourite.
@Mirza Jatt
Filet mignon, perhaps?
Never knew about this roof-top thingy. Must try it.
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My bad!
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Move over, parathas! Naan is the hot new desi breakfast in town
FARAN RAFI
These hot toasted flatbreads are best had when they are fresh out of the tandoor. — Photos by Mahhah Qayyum
ISLAMABAD: Given the Capital Development Authority’s propensity to raze all roadside cafes and dhabas in Islamabad, there is hardly any place left where one can sit in the open and enjoy a hot meal with a piping cup ofdoodh patti.
Naan Stop does not only promise such an environment, it takes it to the next level with its mouth-watering menu. This establishment is a part of a new wave of entrepreneurial food ventures that have cropped up around the capital.
Here, as the name suggests, the speciality on offer is naans.
A staple of the Pakistani diet, these piping hot toasted flatbreads are best had when they are fresh out of the tandoor. Many a youth have been tempted to sample a morsel or two while fetching naan for the family dinner.
A new roadside café in F-10 offers a very filling take on the traditional flatbread
Walking in, the first thing that strikes you is the establishment’s penchant for truck art. Everything from the walls to the decorative lanterns and tea kettles, is in the traditional truck art style.
Located on Sumbal Road in F-10 Markaz, the shop’s corner location leaves ample room for patrons to sit on the roadside and enjoy their food oven fresh.
But the naan at Naan Stop are not the everyday, run-of-the-mill flatbreads that are available from your corner tandoor.
The menu includes a vast variety of naans; cheese, jalapeño, chicken, achari, garlic, and the pleasantly surprising Nutella naan. The prices range between Rs150-Rs250 apiece, which sounds quite steep.
But as the owner Usama Farooq explains, “Customers were initially sceptical about the price, but once they see how filling our naans were, they told us that the price was perfectly fine.”
“We are still in the beta-testing phase; we will be officially launching on Jan 1, that’s when we will be launching more products, such as a pizza naan.”
One of the most popular items at this outlet is the cheese naan, which ooze stringy cheese as soon as you dig in. Be warned, there is no way to eat thesenaan without losing a little dignity; a small price to pay for the assault on your taste buds that will ensue.
The cheese naan is one of the most popular items on the menu
There are also two other variants of the cheese naan: the garlic cheese naanand the chicken cheese naan.
However, since the garlic is a little overpowering, better to steering clear of this one if one is not a fan of garlic.
The achari naan, though it sounds promising, is actually rather disappointing except for those fond of eating plain roti with achaar.
However, the taste of pickle is rather sour and overwhelming.
No visit to Naan Stop can be complete without sampling the Nutella naan. Even if you do not have much of a sweet-tooth, you would want to grab a slice of this naan which has melting hot Nutella dripping from the seams, making it a good way to end a wholesome meal.
Of course, every naan must be married with a steaming hot cup of doodh-patti, and this is the place to come to if you are a connoisseur.
It is served in a cute little kettle that’s painted like a truck that you’d see on G.T. Road.
Saad Rehman, a resident of F-10, told Dawn: “I come here for the cheesenaan. Earlier, we would have to go all the way to Monal to get a good cheesenaan.”
For Rabia Khalid, this place is a way of reclaiming public spaces for women. “With all the hype about the #GirlsatDhabas campaign, I think this place makes it easier for girls to just sit on the road side and enjoy the dhabaenvironment without fear of harassment.”
“I have brought my nieces and nephews here, while my sister is out shopping in the markaz,” said Zuhair Ahmed, who had placed an order for Nutellanaans.
“I’ve been here many times, but what I have noticed lately is they are somewhat understaffed. The orders take too long to prepare and it’s hard to wait 40 minutes for naan in this cold weather!”
FARAN RAFI
ISLAMABAD: Given the Capital Development Authority’s propensity to raze all roadside cafes and dhabas in Islamabad, there is hardly any place left where one can sit in the open and enjoy a hot meal with a piping cup ofdoodh patti.
Naan Stop does not only promise such an environment, it takes it to the next level with its mouth-watering menu. This establishment is a part of a new wave of entrepreneurial food ventures that have cropped up around the capital.
Here, as the name suggests, the speciality on offer is naans.
A staple of the Pakistani diet, these piping hot toasted flatbreads are best had when they are fresh out of the tandoor. Many a youth have been tempted to sample a morsel or two while fetching naan for the family dinner.
A new roadside café in F-10 offers a very filling take on the traditional flatbread
Walking in, the first thing that strikes you is the establishment’s penchant for truck art. Everything from the walls to the decorative lanterns and tea kettles, is in the traditional truck art style.
Located on Sumbal Road in F-10 Markaz, the shop’s corner location leaves ample room for patrons to sit on the roadside and enjoy their food oven fresh.
But the naan at Naan Stop are not the everyday, run-of-the-mill flatbreads that are available from your corner tandoor.
The menu includes a vast variety of naans; cheese, jalapeño, chicken, achari, garlic, and the pleasantly surprising Nutella naan. The prices range between Rs150-Rs250 apiece, which sounds quite steep.
But as the owner Usama Farooq explains, “Customers were initially sceptical about the price, but once they see how filling our naans were, they told us that the price was perfectly fine.”
“We are still in the beta-testing phase; we will be officially launching on Jan 1, that’s when we will be launching more products, such as a pizza naan.”
One of the most popular items at this outlet is the cheese naan, which ooze stringy cheese as soon as you dig in. Be warned, there is no way to eat thesenaan without losing a little dignity; a small price to pay for the assault on your taste buds that will ensue.
There are also two other variants of the cheese naan: the garlic cheese naanand the chicken cheese naan.
However, since the garlic is a little overpowering, better to steering clear of this one if one is not a fan of garlic.
The achari naan, though it sounds promising, is actually rather disappointing except for those fond of eating plain roti with achaar.
However, the taste of pickle is rather sour and overwhelming.
No visit to Naan Stop can be complete without sampling the Nutella naan. Even if you do not have much of a sweet-tooth, you would want to grab a slice of this naan which has melting hot Nutella dripping from the seams, making it a good way to end a wholesome meal.
Of course, every naan must be married with a steaming hot cup of doodh-patti, and this is the place to come to if you are a connoisseur.
It is served in a cute little kettle that’s painted like a truck that you’d see on G.T. Road.
Saad Rehman, a resident of F-10, told Dawn: “I come here for the cheesenaan. Earlier, we would have to go all the way to Monal to get a good cheesenaan.”
For Rabia Khalid, this place is a way of reclaiming public spaces for women. “With all the hype about the #GirlsatDhabas campaign, I think this place makes it easier for girls to just sit on the road side and enjoy the dhabaenvironment without fear of harassment.”
“I have brought my nieces and nephews here, while my sister is out shopping in the markaz,” said Zuhair Ahmed, who had placed an order for Nutellanaans.
“I’ve been here many times, but what I have noticed lately is they are somewhat understaffed. The orders take too long to prepare and it’s hard to wait 40 minutes for naan in this cold weather!”
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Arre dada apni kothaye thaken? You seem to frequent all the places where I go....
I go to Rubi's too...right next door! But seriously for burger's etc now IMO Chilli's is the best. Generic but still great. One at Quest Mall and the other at South City.
@Joe Shearer
Hey! North/South rivalry now is it?! This is one rivalry I would gladly lose though!!!
But guys for continental (old-style), who can beat Mocambo and Peter Cat, even today? BTW, a great new steakhouse opened up on the rooftop of Wise Owl on Purna Das Road. Went there yesterday - good sirloin steak! Though fillet minion was not there, which is my favourite.
@Mirza Jatt
Haha..... ami South e thaki dada... and I assume even you stay in south...Dont know about the burger but Chilli's Cheese cake.. just try it once
North has some good joints I know... one is a famous Blossoms in Hatibagan and have tasted Gol bari's famous mutton..but have not travelled there much really... but as a foodie I like your proposal :p .. just plan it out someday... am always up for any plan involving food.
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13 mouth-watering 'desi foods' that'll make you want to take a bite
From samosas to seekh kebab, here's a round-up of the most flavorful 'desi food' in Pakistan
Can you imagine driving past Boat Basin in Karachi without grabbing some lip-smacking chaat to go? Or walking through Lahore on a hot day without grabbing a lassi?
When it comes to desi food, Pakistan is one proud nation where every city has its own specialty.
Here's a round-up of the most flavorful 'desi food' in Pakistan,
1. Tempting cholas with crispy hot parathas and puri makes for an ideal Sunday breakfast:
2. Perfectly balanced karahi! Just grab a paratha and enjoy:
3. The most divine lassi ever:
4. Seekh kebab is another firm favourite! Exceptionally soft and succulent:
5. Not a healthy dessert if you're watching your diet, but how can you ever resist gulab jamun?
6. Samosa chat is spicy, tangy, sweet and a popular street food:
7. 'Pakora time' – Everyone's favourite snack in Ramazan:
8. Who doesn't love biryani? Its taste and aroma is unbeatable!
9. Yet another BBQ item, juicy chicken tikka boti will leave you craving for more:
10. The quintessential Pakistani zarda:
11. No evening table is complete without 'zeeray wale dahi bare':
12. Who needs pizza when you have Peshawari naan?
13. And lastly, some desi goodness to get you through the winters:
I...............................................
From samosas to seekh kebab, here's a round-up of the most flavorful 'desi food' in Pakistan
Can you imagine driving past Boat Basin in Karachi without grabbing some lip-smacking chaat to go? Or walking through Lahore on a hot day without grabbing a lassi?
When it comes to desi food, Pakistan is one proud nation where every city has its own specialty.
Here's a round-up of the most flavorful 'desi food' in Pakistan,
1. Tempting cholas with crispy hot parathas and puri makes for an ideal Sunday breakfast:
2. Perfectly balanced karahi! Just grab a paratha and enjoy:
3. The most divine lassi ever:
4. Seekh kebab is another firm favourite! Exceptionally soft and succulent:
5. Not a healthy dessert if you're watching your diet, but how can you ever resist gulab jamun?
6. Samosa chat is spicy, tangy, sweet and a popular street food:
7. 'Pakora time' – Everyone's favourite snack in Ramazan:
8. Who doesn't love biryani? Its taste and aroma is unbeatable!
9. Yet another BBQ item, juicy chicken tikka boti will leave you craving for more:
10. The quintessential Pakistani zarda:
11. No evening table is complete without 'zeeray wale dahi bare':
12. Who needs pizza when you have Peshawari naan?
13. And lastly, some desi goodness to get you through the winters:
I...............................................
