Dining Experiences at Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari - Panna National Park

Pashan Garh's signature palanquin dinner features a sampling menu served to guests seated in cosy palanquins (ox wagons). The 12 artistic wagons are stationed in an open woodland area within the property. The meal begins with a selection of snacks such as lamb and chicken kebabs as well as assorted grilled vegetables. The gastronomic journey continues with a range of traditional dishes cooked in earthen pots on a ‘Chulha’ (mud stove). The luxurious wagons, scores of flickering lanterns and live cooking with efficient butler service is reminiscent of a royal caravan halting for the night.

The formal dining hall open out onto a rectangular stone deck overlooking the forest and forms a perfect alfresco dining venue. Intimate table set ups are scattered about and an interactive open kitchen is set upon one side. This ‘Kadhai’ (Wok) dinner allows a guests to curate their own menu from an array of curry bases, meats and vegetables placed on the counter. The selections are then tossed together in the ‘kadhai’ as guests watch and get served on their table.

A sumptuous breakfast is set up on the safari vehicle bonnet deep in the jungle. Freshly baked muffins and cookies along with sandwiches, fresh fruit and hot kathi rolls are washed down with freshly plunged coffee and a selection of teas. A perfect refuelling for the rest of the morning safari.

A romantic dinner at Pashan Garh is a phenomenon best experienced. Each Guest bungalow has an open wooden deck overlooking the forest, forming an intimate spot for a romantic dinner. A table for two is laid out complete with a snowy table cloth and tea light candles. Service by a private butler is efficient yet unobtrusive. A perfect evening of peace, excellent service and delicious fare with no time frame for guests to savour the experience.