CHRISTMAS DAY MENU
ABOUT MENU
Christmas at The Cooks Tale brings together warm festive traditions and the rich flavours of Indian cooking to create a truly memorable meal. Our menu stands out because of its fresh ingredients, skilled chefs, and the care we put into every dish. TERMS & CONDITIONS: This special menu is available from 12pm to 4pm only. Any allergies must be noted at the time of booking. Only this menu will be available during this time; no other menus will be served.
STARTERS
DAHI BARA ALOO DUM
Lentil dumplings soaked in tangy yoghurt, topped with piping hot aloo dum. Aloo Dum is a classic Indian dish of baby potatoes slow-cooked in a rich, spiced curry. Allergens - Mustard, Milk
£15.95
SAMOSA WITH CHUTNEYS
Samosas are an iconic street side dish, filled with savoury fillings usually eaten with assorted chutneys. Allergens - Milk, Mustard , Gluten
£15.95
SARDINE MACHA BHAJA
An Odia delicacy of spiced and crispy fried sardines, a perfect appetizer before your main course Allergens - Molluscs, Crustaceans, Fish, Mustard
£15.95
WILD DUCK
Chargrilled duck breast with kasha, garlic naan, date chutney Allergens - Gluten, milk, egg, mustard
£22.95
COCONUT CHARCOAL SMOKED TANDOORI CHICKEN
We serve our tandoori chicken on the bone as it's traditionally done in South East Asia. Coriander chutney, onion tomato salad , garlic and coriander naan. Allergens - Milk, Eggs, Mustard, Gluten
£20.95
MAINS
All roasts are accompanied with gently spiced roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, masala cheesy cauliflower, onion bhaji, gravy and Yorkshire pudding. This is a Christmas special feast, so please don’t hesitate to ask for more roast potatoes, vegetables, onion bhaji, gravy or Yorkshire pudding if you would like extra. Our chefs love to serve and are always happy to provide more. Allergen advice: All roasts directly contain dairy, celery, mustard, gluten, egg and sulphur dioxide.
SAFFRON ROASTED CHICKEN SUPREME
£33.95
ROASTED WILD DUCK
£36.95
SPICE ROASTED BRITISH LAMB
£44.95
CATCH OF THE DAY
£38.95
ROASTED MEDLEY OF WINTER VEGETABLES
£32.95
CHEF'S SPECIAL
TOMAHAWK STEAK CHARCOAL SMOKED AND FLAVOURED WITH BLACK PEPPER, GARLIC AND NUTMEG MINI (20 OZ)
(Pre order only - 3 days notice)
£49.95
JUMBO TOMAHAWK (35 OZ)
(Pre order only - 3 days notice)
£69.99
SHARING ROASTS
(Minimum two people) We have created these to be shared between two/four or up to six people. Please speak to our chefs if you need even bigger joints for large groups. We love marinating and slow roasting joints and would be more than happy to do these for a memorable roast dinner experience. All sharing roasts are served with gently spiced roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, onion bhaji, gravy and Yorkshire pudding. TERMS & CONDITIONS: Please note to pre order the leg of lamb or leg of goat ,a £10 deposit per person is required.
POT ROASTED WHOLE CHICKEN WITH TANDOORI SPICES
£34.95
WHOLE SLOW ROASTED LEG OF LAMB
(on the bone - pre order only. 3 days notice)
£44.95
WHOLE LEG OF GOAT
(on the bone - pre order only. 3 days notice)
£44.95
DESSERTS
CHENNA PODA
Chhena poda literally means burnt cheese in Odia, referring to its caramelised crust exterior and soft, spongy texture with slightly smoky notes. It is often described as the Indian counterpart to a cheesecake due to its rich, creamy taste and baking process. Allergen advice: Directly contains: - Milk, Gluten
£12.95
24 CARAT GOLD JUMBO GULAB JAMUN, SERVED WITH A CREAMY CARDAMOM AND WHITE CHOCOLATE SAUCE
Classic dessert from the Indian subcontinent flavoured with cardamom and rose . Allergen advice: Directly contains: - Milk, Gluten
£14.95
CHOCOLATE SAMOSAS
Served with fresh berry ice cream and chocolate sauce Handcrafted by our dessert chefs, these moreish nuggets of sweet pastry and milk chocolate were introduced to Kent by us in 2005. Allergen advice: Directly contains: - Gluten, Milk, Egg,Soya
£14.95
MANGO KULFI
Served with mango puree. It is a traditional Indian Ice cream. Every region has its own flavour and speciality. It is a popular choice during the hot and sweltering Indian summer months. Allergen advice: Directly contains: - Milk
£12.95