Recently, I seem to be encountering some exceptional interpretations of the humble nasi biryani. Just prior to digging into the sensational one at Fat Fuku’s peranakan private dining last Tuesday, I had actually feasted on another delicious creation the Friday before. This was here at “Thevar” and that’s what’s pictured above.
The “Berry Pulao” by Head Chef and Co-owner Mano Thevar was sheer pleasure to eat as the grains were cooked light and loose, yet infused with an inordinate amount of fragrance and flavour from Indian spices. They were also infiltrated bountifully by cheerily sweet cranberries, softly-crunchy pistachios, chopped chives and wispy fried onions. A little dish of cucumber onion raita stood by in case some cool yogurty goodness was needed. I must confess, I hardly touched it as the rice had my full attention.