Spun the block on that cauliflower again... I think next time I'll try a garlic parmesan sauce.
Food thread/what are you eating?
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QWERTYLICIOUS
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For those of you who enjoy Indian food and coming to Vegas, if/when you do, I highly recommend looking into making reservations at Gymkhana. Since it is a fairly new Two Michelin Star restaurant that recently opened in Vegas, you have to make a reservation months in advance, so yes, it does require some pre-planning. But, if you can get in, I'd imagine that you won't be disappointed.
Another recommendation, if Gymkhana doesn't work out, or if you want more options (or at least a second option), is Tamba. Both unique in their own way. You won't go wrong with either.
Another recommendation, if Gymkhana doesn't work out, or if you want more options (or at least a second option), is Tamba. Both unique in their own way. You won't go wrong with either.
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Sluggah
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Have you been? I was planning on going to the original location later this year. Curious if you have specific dish recommendations…I’m likely to do à la carte rather than the tasting menu. DIshoom is my usual go-to Indian in London since you don’t need a reservation two months in advance
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I went for the very first time last night...Have you been? I was planning on going to the original location later this year. Curious if you have specific dish recommendations…I’m likely to do à la carte rather than the tasting menu. DIshoom is my usual go-to Indian in London since you don’t need a reservation two months in advance
For the most part, everything that we ordered was fantastic, so I will do my best to remember it all:
Main Dishes
1. *Gol Guppas
2. *Beetroot Chops Pao - WARNING: This comes with an extremely spicy chili pepper - proceed with caution! The pepper can be removed.
3. Methi Malai Mutter Paneer
4. *Morel Mushrooms & Truffle Pilaf
5. Chickpea Masala - this was probably my least favorite dish that we ordered, but it, too, was not bad.
6. Yellow Lentil Dal
Condiments
1. Pomegranate Raita - highly recommend this if you are a fan of raita in general, along with pomegranates. The flavor was incredible, and unique - something I can say that I did not expect.
2. House Pickles
Desserts
1. Mango Rasmalai
2. Coconut & Lime and Mango Sorbet (you have many options, and can order up to three - we ended up ordering two Mango sorbets because that was/is a popular option amongst my family. But there are other flavors that I am sure I would've enjoyed just as much).
My top three recommendations in terms of the main dishes are indicated as follows: *. Out of those dishes, the Beetroot Chops Pao, hands down, was my favorite - extremely flavorful!
We also ordered the Bread Basket.
NOTE: There are a handful of dishes that I saw on the menu that I would most likely consider ordering if I ever find may way back to Gymkhana. For the purposes of your ask, however, I will leave those off as I really can't say that I recommend them without first being able to taste them...
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Sluggah
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Nice choices. Appreciate it. Gol Guppas / Panipuri will always be ordered by me if available, so glad to hear they didn’t disappoint. And I love beets & spice, so that’s definitely happening. Will give my review come Nov/Dec…hopefully pictures are working by then.
Edit: Are you vegetarian? I just noticed a theme in your choices
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QWERTYLICIOUS
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Yes.
iowamcnabb
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Jollibee style fried chicken with gravy. I’ve never been happy with my homemade fried chicken, finally nailed it
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They may try to knock us down...
But we're (eventually) getting back up on our feet.
iowamcnabb
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This was made a couple weeks ago for staff meal. Jamaican style cabbage, jerk chicken and “rice and peas” Mango is also on the plate 
That chicken looks amazing. Not a big mango fan, but everything else looks delish!This was made a couple weeks ago for staff meal. Jamaican style cabbage, jerk chicken and “rice and peas” Mango is also on the plate
iowamcnabb
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I think mango is my favorite, maybe peach. So many fruits are just out of this world if they are at their peak.
With me it is often more of a consistency thing. I love some fruits (apples, Asian pears, pineapple, citrus, etc.) but don't really like others (mango, peach, kiwi, tomatoes, etc.) - it is often that mushy / slightly "slimy" texture I really don't care for much. Mango taste is not necessarily bad (some mango-influenced BBQ sauce can be very good, for instance) but I don't much like the fruit itself. And while it is hard to describe, those mango / peach / kiwi type flavors are too "heavy" of a fruit flavor for my taste - I prefer my fruit flavors "bright" and "crisp". I love pineapple-orange juice, lemonade, limeade, etc., but don't care much for POG, if that helps. I don't know how else to describe it.
Also - I love most pureed tomato products (BBQ, pasta, pizza sauces, etc.) but don't like tomatoes themselves (including overly chunky salsa).
I drink a lot of iced tea and love a strong citrus Arnold Palmer but peach iced tea (for example) is often a bit overpowering on the peach side.
I'm weird. I also fully accept it.
iowamcnabb
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Bosnian food at a local place for lunch today. Cevapi, fresh bread, cabbage salad and another dish that had braised meat with mushrooms potatoes and homemade gravy. Normally I have it with a Jupi but opted for Fanta today
kingsboi
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lepina, bread & potatoes in one sitting? that's some serious carb overload. I hear there is a large Balkan population in Iowa
iowamcnabb
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I’m pro carbs so no problem there for me. As long as I’ve got protein and time for a walk I’m good to go. Yes, many came over in the 90s. A lot of them worked in the meat packing plants but moved on to trucking, real estate and the hospital industry. I think they are roughly 10 percent of the population in our “city”
