Enjoy Wazwan in Delhi

In the Kashmiri language, waz means ‘cook’ or ‘cooking’ and wan means ‘shop’.

Wazawan a Kashmiri: A multi-course meal in Kashmiri cuisine, the preparation of which is considered an art form and a point of pride in Kashmiri culture and identity. Almost all dishes are meat-based, with some vegetarian dishes consisting of mutton or chicken. It is popular. It is also served in Kashmiri food festivals and international reunions.

The last formal feast in Kashmir is Shahi Wazwan. Of its thirty-six courses, between fifteen and thirty may consist of meat preparations, which are cooked overnight under the supervision of a master chef known as Westways. The guests are seated in groups of four and share food from a large copper plate called a tamara. For Kashmiri Muslims, the meal begins with the name of Allah. Enjoy the taste of Wazwan at Dilli Haat Delhi INA