In this blog post, I cover Twist, a vibrant Pan-Asian Bistro located in DLF Cyber City, Gurugram.
True to its name, Twist has all the winning elements of a chic Pan-Asian bistro. The menu is carefully designed (courtesy Chef Ashok Nautiyal) with influences from the Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and Indian* cuisines.
[* Check out the newly introduced Indian menu called Shout by Twist. ]
The brainchild of restaurateurs, Randip Dhingra and Jasmeet Kochhar (the name behind Avalon Courtyard), Twist is spread over 4,400 square feet of covered area with a seating capacity of nearly 120 people.
Crafted with enormous love and passion, Twist surprises you from the word go! On the one hand, expect a unique mix of classic recipes from every nook and corner of Asia, but on the other hand, explore new chef-inspired creations made with regional spices and seasonings plus a great variety of flavors, textures, and fresh ingredients.
Since its inception in August 2016, all dishes at Twist are prepared according to the 'small plate' concept. As individual portions are only served, it is recommended to order at least two to three dishes per person.
My Recommendations
First Course (Non-Veg)
Shrimp with a Twist
Japanese flour coated shrimp in spicy mayo. The soft, succulent shrimp was cooked to perfection!
Chicken Chili Oil
Chicken toasted in twist chili oil with spring onion. This hot and spicy Chinese dish makes an excellent accompaniment to the main dish.
First Course (Veg)
Orchid Mushroom
Stuffed with silken tofu and tossed in tangy sauce, this dish is an absolute veggie delight.
Dimsum (Non-Veg)
Chicken Chili Oil Dumpling
Steamed chicken dumpling served in tangy chili oil. Delicious and mouth-watering to say the least!
Dimsum (Veg)
Spicy Asparagus Dumpling
Crystal dumpling with spicy asparagus. The preparation and presentation of this dish were absolutely top notch!
Second Course (Non-Veg)
Mama Cheena Fish
Sole fish prepared in black pepper sauce. This scrumptious and aromatic dish is sure to please any palate.
Noodles
Hong Kong Noodles
These pan-fried noodles were a little crispy and saucy, making them much yummier than I'd anticipated.
Rice
Burnt Garlic
Enjoy the delicious Burnt Garlic Rice on its own. To lend an exciting touch to the perfectly cooked Chinese rice, a garnish of spring onions and fried garlic is added along with green chilies, crunchy vegetables, and soya sauce.
Another highlight at Twist is a fine bar with distinctive, sinful, and seasonally inspired cocktail menu and a wine cellar with select labels from Italy, handpicked by a sommelier in Europe.
The signature bar has a lot to offer, whether you are looking for an Old Fashioned or a Martini. My favorite cocktail was the Wild Herb Guava, a Vodka infused drink containing jalapeños, mint, and coriander.
The owners have gone out of their way to ensure that Twist offers awesome food and beverages at great prices. The restaurant offers various 'daily deals' to keep its patrons coming back for more. Join in on a Wednesday to enjoy a fantastic Japanese meal from a guest chef or drop by for a lazy Sunday brunch or a sundowner. Sink your teeth in some hot and tender dimsums or simply enjoy the specially curated executive lunch. Twist is bound to offer huge bang for your buck!
The modern interiors at Twist are expressive, minimalist, contemporary, and memorable, going far beyond the stereotypical decor that you'd see nowadays in many upscale restaurants. Replete with abstract paintings and photography, Twist wows with its immaculate design and creativity.
My quest for the finest Pan-Asian cuisine restaurant in Delhi-NCR finally ended, quite literally, with a Twist!
True to its name, Twist has all the winning elements of a chic Pan-Asian bistro. The menu is carefully designed (courtesy Chef Ashok Nautiyal) with influences from the Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and Indian* cuisines.
[* Check out the newly introduced Indian menu called Shout by Twist. ]
The brainchild of restaurateurs, Randip Dhingra and Jasmeet Kochhar (the name behind Avalon Courtyard), Twist is spread over 4,400 square feet of covered area with a seating capacity of nearly 120 people.
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Crafted with enormous love and passion, Twist surprises you from the word go! On the one hand, expect a unique mix of classic recipes from every nook and corner of Asia, but on the other hand, explore new chef-inspired creations made with regional spices and seasonings plus a great variety of flavors, textures, and fresh ingredients.
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| Twist - Interiors |
Since its inception in August 2016, all dishes at Twist are prepared according to the 'small plate' concept. As individual portions are only served, it is recommended to order at least two to three dishes per person.
My Recommendations
First Course (Non-Veg)
Shrimp with a Twist
Japanese flour coated shrimp in spicy mayo. The soft, succulent shrimp was cooked to perfection!
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| Shrimp with a Twist |
Chicken Chili Oil
Chicken toasted in twist chili oil with spring onion. This hot and spicy Chinese dish makes an excellent accompaniment to the main dish.
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| Chicken Chili Oil |
First Course (Veg)
Orchid Mushroom
Stuffed with silken tofu and tossed in tangy sauce, this dish is an absolute veggie delight.
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| Orchid Mushroom |
Dimsum (Non-Veg)
Chicken Chili Oil Dumpling
Steamed chicken dumpling served in tangy chili oil. Delicious and mouth-watering to say the least!
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| Chicken Chili Oil Dumpling |
Dimsum (Veg)
Spicy Asparagus Dumpling
Crystal dumpling with spicy asparagus. The preparation and presentation of this dish were absolutely top notch!
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| Spicy Asparagus Dumpling |
Second Course (Non-Veg)
Mama Cheena Fish
Sole fish prepared in black pepper sauce. This scrumptious and aromatic dish is sure to please any palate.
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| Mama Cheena Fish |
Noodles
Hong Kong Noodles
These pan-fried noodles were a little crispy and saucy, making them much yummier than I'd anticipated.
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| Hong Kong Noodles |
Rice
Burnt Garlic
Enjoy the delicious Burnt Garlic Rice on its own. To lend an exciting touch to the perfectly cooked Chinese rice, a garnish of spring onions and fried garlic is added along with green chilies, crunchy vegetables, and soya sauce.
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| Burnt Garlic Rice |
Another highlight at Twist is a fine bar with distinctive, sinful, and seasonally inspired cocktail menu and a wine cellar with select labels from Italy, handpicked by a sommelier in Europe.
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| Signature Bar at Twist |
The signature bar has a lot to offer, whether you are looking for an Old Fashioned or a Martini. My favorite cocktail was the Wild Herb Guava, a Vodka infused drink containing jalapeños, mint, and coriander.
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| Wild Herb Guava |
The owners have gone out of their way to ensure that Twist offers awesome food and beverages at great prices. The restaurant offers various 'daily deals' to keep its patrons coming back for more. Join in on a Wednesday to enjoy a fantastic Japanese meal from a guest chef or drop by for a lazy Sunday brunch or a sundowner. Sink your teeth in some hot and tender dimsums or simply enjoy the specially curated executive lunch. Twist is bound to offer huge bang for your buck!
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| Wine Cellar |
The modern interiors at Twist are expressive, minimalist, contemporary, and memorable, going far beyond the stereotypical decor that you'd see nowadays in many upscale restaurants. Replete with abstract paintings and photography, Twist wows with its immaculate design and creativity.
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| Twist - Decor |
My quest for the finest Pan-Asian cuisine restaurant in Delhi-NCR finally ended, quite literally, with a Twist!
I just loved the craft & decor & the small plate system sounded so interesting & apt.. drool worthy pictures.
ReplyDeleteTwist seems like a wonderful place to tantalize the tongue. All the dishes you’ve described have left us craving. Hope to relish their exquisite dishes sometime.
ReplyDeleteOh wow! I don’t know what’s better- the striking modern-chic decor or the mouth-watering food! Can’t wait to try this place.
ReplyDeleteNoor Anand Chawla
The decor and pan Asian has my heart anyways . How can I not . Love love the cuisines and this has to be one of most exciting options for me now
ReplyDeleteWhen will this corono end? I want to indulge myself with that Hong Kong noodle. Already craving a lot.
ReplyDeleteI love that chicken Chili oil, looks so interesting and even that orchid mushroom. So beautiful. I will add Twist to my list, it does look like an awesome resto.
ReplyDeleteI am in love with this restaurant, everything seems perfect. It surely is a fine dine restaurant
ReplyDeleteI so love the decor and the food. Its been ages we have actualy dined outside and now this makes me feel like going somewhere
ReplyDeleteI'm a big fan of Wild Herb Guava just love it
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