Xtra Time Web Desk: Argentina’s FIFA World Cup winning goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has arrived in Kolkata to a warm reception. During his two-day visit from July 4 to 5, Martinez will attend various events and activities, including a visit to the Mohun Bagan ground. He will also take part in an interactive session at the Milan Mela and attend some social activities. On Wednesday there is a gala dinner at the JW Mariott in honour of the Argentine.
One of the highlights of his visit will be the “Tahader Kotha” conversation show at Kolkata’s Milan Mela Ground, where Martinez will have the opportunity to savor the delectable and lip-smacking Bengali cuisine. Renowned Bengali restaurant, Saptapadi, has been entrusted with the task of curating an exquisite menu for the occasion.
Martinez may have the chance to indulge in some Bengali delicacies the menu for which is curated by Saptapadi restaurant. It will include both Ilish paturi and Daab Chingri, the traditional dishes of Ghanti and Bangal.
The Aston Villa man will be able to sample several different foods.
Beverage
Kancha Aamer Sorbot (Raw Mango Juice)
Lichu Lankar Sorbot (Chilli Litchi Juice)
Blue Lagoon
Water
Salad
Green Salad Platter
Diced Cucumber With Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Corn Capsicum in Vinaigrette
Assorted Lettuce
Water Melon and Feta Cheese
Tart and Canape
Keema Matar Tart (Minced Mutton and Peas)
Onion Bell Paper Tart
Aloo Posto Canape (Potato and Poppy Seeds )
Malai Murgi Vutta Canape (Creamy Corn and Chicken)
Main Course
Rice
Basanti Pulao (Flavoured Rice)
Luchi (Indian Flatbread)
Cholar Dal (Chickpeas Split Lentil )
Bhaja Masala Aloo Dam ( Spicy Potato )
Jhuri Aloo Bhaja (Thinly Sliced Potato Fries)
Dhokar Dalna ( Lentil Cake )
Potol Dolma (Pointed Gourd With Minced Fish fillings)
Daab Chingri (Prawn in Tender Coconut)
Ilish Paturi (Steamed Hilsa Fish Wrapped In Banana Leaves)
Chittagong Chitol Muitha (Chittagong’s Clown Knife Fish Nuggets Dipped In Gravy)
Saptapadir Abhinabha Mangsho (Saptapadi’s ‘Newest’ Mutton)
Kancha Lankar Murgi (Green Chilli Chicken)
Dessert
Aamer Chutney (Mango Chutney)
Khejur Aamshotto Chutney (Dates and Sweet Mango Poppadom Chutney)
Assorted Papad Bucket (Assorted Poppadom Bucket)
Rosogolla (Cottage-Cheese Balls Dipped in Sugar Syrup)
Pantua (Fried Cottage-Cheese Balls Dipped in flavourful sugary syrup, Bengal’s version of Gulab Jamun)
Misti Doi (Sweet Curd)
Lichu Lankar Payesh (Chilli Litchi Rice Pudding)
Paan (Stuffed Betel Leaves for Mouth Freshner)
Emi Martinez will exercise for two hours each day during his trip to keep himself in top shape because this is a substantial cuisine.