Chokhi Dhani (December 27, 2009)

It feels like a lifetime ago, I think I even look like a different person, The Most memorable first outing of ‘Bhavikartik’s’ is Chokhi Dhani, Kalyan.

Chokhi Dhani Village has been the mirror of Rajasthani culture since 14th January, 2009. Started as part of ambiance for a restaurant, as a franchise in surat, over the year it has evolved as a tasteful and authentic symbol of ethnic village life of this most colorful state in the country. Today, the name of Chokhi Dhani is synonymous with Rajasthani culture throughout the country. The display of traditional huts and workmanship will take you back to the times when splendor was unpretentious. Experience the rich warmth and rustic charm of a typical Rajasthani Village at Chokhi Dhani- the festivities never end here.

Resort Timings: 5 PM to 11 PM

We visited Chokhi Dhani on 27^th December, 2009, it was Sunday, and to my amazement it was not at all crowded, we were one of the first visitors to enter the village.

Welcome was grand with Dhol and dancing by person wearing Horse dress in Rajasthani style at the entrance. Soon we entered the reception area; it was like one of house of Rajasthan, with a painted decoration around the walls and statues. We actually felt that we were in Rajasthan. Entry fees are Rs. 500 per person which includes welcome drink, yummy snacks and Dinner (too much). We have to give a preference of the time we would like to have dinner at. This doesn’t make the dining room chaotic at all.

We were offered welcome drink-Jal jeera, which was nice and cold. Then we went on to get ourselves entertained which included Folk Dance like Ghoomar, Potter Dance and Bhopa and Bhopi dance. We also enjoyed acrobatics on bamboo; the brave artist balances himself on a bamboo without protection of safety net. The colourful puppet show of King, princess and snake was lovely. At few steps walk we found one magician, who performed some hand tricks and puzzled our mind. There were Bullock cart ride and camel ride as well with huge queue.

In between you can please your tong with masala tea and dahi kachori (unlimited). You can also enjoy Bajri Roti with gur and lasun chatni. It was so tempting that for the first time in my life I had Bajri Roti.

Around 8 p.m. we entered the dining hall, where mouth-watering and typical Rajasthani food was served. My taste buds still remember the food and warm service is still in my heart. We had the most famous Rajasthani dishes Dal-bati and churma, Dalia (Lapsi with lots and lots of ghee), roti, salad, Malpuaa, gatta sag, Lassi, Papad, Jalebi, Rajashani Meethai and mukhwas. Dinner was really sumptuous, amazing, and awesome.

The dining hall - Sangri is renowned for the mouth watering and typical Rajasthani food, served to you on a leaf platter in the tradition of Manuhaar. Your taste buds will remember this treat for a long time, while the warmth of service will stay in your heart forever.

Here also you will find Rajasthani dishes and Rajasthani curries famous all over the world for its delicious taste. Generally, Rajasthani curries are a brilliant red but they are not as spicy as they look. Most Rajasthani cuisine uses pure ghee (clarified butter) as the medium of cooking. A favourite sweet dish called lapsi is prepared with broken wheat (dalia) sautéed in ghee and sweetened. Perhaps the best-known Rajasthani food is the combination of dal, bati and churma(dal is lentils; bati is baked wheat ball; and churma is powdered sweetened cereal), but for the adventurous traveller, willing to experiment, there is a lot of variety available. The ancient princely state of Rajasthan gave rise to a royal cuisine. Even today, Rajasthani princely feasts flaunt royal cuisines that are incomparable. Their food cooked in desi ghee is famous for it's mouth- watering aroma. Rajasthan's tastiest curries are based on the use of pulses or gram flour. Dry fruits, spices and yogurt are used in many delicacies. Rajasthan can also boast of a vast array of savouries and sun-dried snacks. Be it dal baati and churma or missi roti , one always ends up licking his fingers. Your tummy will scream "No more !" But you won't stop !!!

The dining hall - Sangri is renowned for the mouth watering and typical Rajasthani food, served to you on a leaf platter in the tradition of Manuhaar. Your taste buds will remember this treat for a long time, while the warmth of service will stay in your heart forever.

Here also you will find Rajasthani dishes and Rajasthani curries famous all over the world for its delicious taste. Generally, Rajasthani curries are a brilliant red but they are not as spicy as they look. Most Rajasthani cuisine uses pure ghee (clarified butter) as the medium of cooking. A favourite sweet dish called lapsi is prepared with broken wheat (dalia) sautéed in ghee and sweetened. Perhaps the best-known Rajasthani food is the combination of dal, bati and churma(dal is lentils; bati is baked wheat ball; and churma is powdered sweetened cereal), but for the adventurous traveller, willing to experiment, there is a lot of variety available. The ancient princely state of Rajasthan gave rise to a royal cuisine. Even today, Rajasthani princely feasts flaunt royal cuisines that are incomparable. Their food cooked in desi ghee is famous for it's mouth- watering aroma. Rajasthan's tastiest curries are based on the use of pulses or gram flour. Dry fruits, spices and yogurt are used in many delicacies. Rajasthan can also boast of a vast array of savouries and sun-dried snacks. Be it dal baati and churma or missi roti , one always ends up licking his fingers. Your tummy will scream "No more !" But you won't stop !!!

The dining hall - Sangri is renowned for the mouth watering and typical Rajasthani food, served to you on a leaf platter in the tradition of Manuhaar. Your taste buds will remember this treat for a long time, while the warmth of service will stay in your heart forever.

Here also you will find Rajasthani dishes and Rajasthani curries famous all over the world for its delicious taste. Generally, Rajasthani curries are a brilliant red but they are not as spicy as they look. Most Rajasthani cuisine uses pure ghee (clarified butter) as the medium of cooking. A favourite sweet dish called lapsi is prepared with broken wheat (dalia) sautéed in ghee and sweetened. Perhaps the best-known Rajasthani food is the combination of dal, bati and churma(dal is lentils; bati is baked wheat ball; and churma is powdered sweetened cereal), but for the adventurous traveller, willing to experiment, there is a lot of variety available. The ancient princely state of Rajasthan gave rise to a royal cuisine. Even today, Rajasthani princely feasts flaunt royal cuisines that are incomparable. Their food cooked in desi ghee is famous for it's mouth- watering aroma. Rajasthan's tastiest curries are based on the use of pulses or gram flour. Dry fruits, spices and yogurt are used in many delicacies. Rajasthan can also boast of a vast array of savouries and sun-dried snacks. Be it dal baati and churma or missi roti , one always ends up licking his fingers. Your tummy will scream "No more !" But you won't stop !!!

We were back to the ground, but this time we were at the section where there are few games. Each game gives you 5 chances at a cost of Rs. 10 per coupon, which included Archery, Bowling, Darts, Rifle shooting etc.

Enjoyed full heartedly.

They give their heart out to each and every customer and make sure that we are satisfied. Have not seen so nice people anywhere yet.