An Opulent December Dinner at Michelin-Starred Musaafer

Join Phaedra Cook, founder of Houston Food Finder, for an exclusive four-course dinner at at 7 p.m. on Monday, December 15. Musaafer has been named a one-star Michelin establishment for two consecutive years!

Attendees will enjoy complimentary welcome bubbles! Not only that, but Texas-based is also treating guests to an Old-Fashioned — of course with a stylish Musaafer twist! This special version of a classic features Madeira Cask-Finished Stryker, named The World's Best Small Batch American Single Malt at the 2025 World Whiskies Awards ! Andalusia Whiskey Co. representative Mario-Sebastian Berry will be on hand to discuss the unique production of this special spirit.

(Guests may substitute non-alcoholic beverages if preferred.)

As this is the December season, feel free to embrace the occasion with your most festive attire. Following dinner, guests will be treated to a guided tour of the restaurant. Its immersive design and museum-quality artifacts tell a rich and meaningful story of India’s cultural heritage.

THE MENU

COURSE 1

Chena Dahi Vada: Milk curd dumplings, sweet yogurt, tamarind, pomegranate, black chickpeas, potatoes, papadi (contains dairy, gluten)

OR

Lychee Ceviche: cured lychee, yuzu coconut sauce, homemade tooti frooti, crispy corn (dairy-free option)

COURSE 2

Chipotle Chicken Tikka: Chargrilled chicken morsels, chipotle, rice cracker, mint chutney (contains dairy)

OR

Lamb Seekh Kebab: Minced lamb, aioli, watermelon radish, tomato and bell pepper chutney (contains dairy — can be requested dairy-free)

COURSE 3

Dum Ki Ribs: Beef short ribs, rosewater, cashew, chironji, golden onions, garlic naan (contains dairy, nuts, gluten)

OR

Paneer Chandani: Homemade paneer, cashew, rosewater, silver leaf, garlic naan (contains dairy, gluten, nuts)

OR

Squash: spiced butternut squash, madras curry powder, vegan feta, pumpkin seeds, onion tomato gravy (dairy-free option; can be made gluten-free)

DESSERT

Mishti Doi: Yogurt shrooms, shrikhand froyo, pistachio soil, raspberry crisp (contains dairy, nuts)

OR

Qubani: Apricot, chia seed crumble (dairy-free and gluten-free option)

We look forward to welcoming you to this special dining experience at Musaafer — an evening of opulence, flavor, and storytelling.!

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