Say HoJo to Biryani - Kebab Fete at Howard Johnson -

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Part of Wyndham Group , 4 star rated Howard Johnson at Thanisandra is a 117 room business hotel. Situated close to Manyata Tech Park in Hebbal, it has array of guest facilities including good looking outdoor pool, a relaxing spa with wellness and a fitness centre.

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Last Saturday, I had the chance to taste the various biryanis and kebabs on offer with few food connoisseurs. But before I talk about the food , let me provide you some information on this wonderful hotel property. Popularly called as HOJO , this place has three restaurants that includes the Verve -the coffee shop , NEST – the Indian dining restaurant and the MAREA Bar.

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Now coming to the Big Foodie News !

Starting 12th August,2015 , HOJO ( short name for Howard Johnson) is hosting the Biryani & Kebab Festival for its esteemed guests in Bangalore.

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The Executive Chef Bose told me that during the festival , they will be showcasing 10 different exotic varieties including 5 vegetarian variants in the menu.

birya My favorites from above selection were as follows:

NON VEGETARIAN

Thallesary Fish Biryani –Fresh water fish cooked on slow fire with basmati rice with delicate spices
Awadhi Murgh Biryani – Nawabs secret recipe a chicken biryani cooked on’dum” with long grain basmati rice and handpicked spices
Andhra Murgh Biryani – a spicy biryani made with chicken and khada masala

VEGETARIAN

Subz Noor Mahal Biryani – Vegetable and rice cooked with fine spinach puree and Indian spices
Dolma Biryani – Mushrooms and rice combination with aromatic Indian spices
Chaman Biryani – Cottage cheese biryani cooked with selected herbs and spices