Taste the stories of The Modern Peshwa with The Art of Experiential Dining as Conrad Pune opens the doors to a culinary celebration like no other

Conrad Pune brings the essence of royal Deccan Kitchens with a contemporary twist in a limited-edition The Modern Peshwa menu, part of their culinary showcase – The Art of Experiential Dining under Conrad Curates. Curated in collaboration with renowned food historian, author and storyteller Anoothi Vishal, and the Executive Chef of Conrad Pune, Chef Pradeep Rao, this exclusive sit-down experience will be open to all guests from 13 June to 13 July 2025 at Al Di La.

Following a successful invite-only debut in April which received love and praises from food lovers and cultural tastemakers alike, this month-long edition of the The Modern Peshwa is rooted in tradition yet styled for today’s connoisseur. The one-of-a-kind pop-up reimagines the richness of Peshwai cuisine through modern finesse, storytelling and bold flavours. Every dish is an ode to the Maratha heritage, offering a truly immersive gastronomic journey for the discerning diner.

The menu takes begins with inventive small plates like Thecha Bites, a savoury cone filled with chèvre cream and charred pineapple thecha, also the Deccan Burst– a goda masala brie choux pastry with jackfruit. Guests can celebrate local tales from Pune’s Camp area with Vegetable Dhansak Tortellini or Pulled Mutton Dhansak Raviolo, both layered with burnt pinenut butter and parmesan foam. A refreshing Aamras-Elaichi Sorbet leads into the main, where the spotlight turns to the iconic Peshwai Plate, a luxe representation of Bharli Vangi, Kothimbir Wadi, Indrani Rice, and Bhakri.

For those seeking meaty indulgence, From Nagpur with Love brings together a soulful Saoji Lamb Rassa with Indrani rice, Bhakri and baby root vegetables offering a flavour-packed and comforting main. End your experience with a sweet and poetic note with Modak Melange, a play of texture and tradition featuring coconut jaggery modak, Raspberry coulis, and Nutty gelato.

Chef Pradeep Rao, Executive Chef at Conrad Pune, shared, “This Modern Peshwas menu is an expression of culinary storytelling presented it in a fresh, modern way. Bringing this experience to everyone is our way of sharing a story of ingredients, culture, and creativity. At Conrad Pune, we look forward to welcoming our guests to a culinary experience which is grounded in tradition and enhanced by creativity. We’re proud to offer guests something that’s not just indulgent, but deeply meaningful.”

With doors now open to all, every course from series The Art of Experiential Dining tells a story and every element carefully designed to delight. With limited seats and a menu available from 13 June, for a month, this is an opportunity to dine on a sensory journey of heritage reimagined, one that celebrates flavour, memory, and modern Indian identity in the spirit of The Modern Peshwa.

What: Art of Experiential Dining – Modern Peshwas

Date: 13^th June- 13^th July

Venue: Al Di La

For Bookings: +91 91686 03631