From Paneer Lababdar To Kuttu Malpua, What's On The Menu For G20 Dinner?

US President Joe Biden, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida are among the distinguished attendees.

In anticipation of the formal commencement of the summit tomorrow, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has engaged in bilateral discussions with leaders, including counterparts from Bangladesh and Mauritius.

For tonight's dinner, the G20 leaders will savor an exquisite Indian vegetarian feast featuring delicacies from various regions of the country. Here's a glimpse of the delectable menu awaiting the world leaders:

Salad:

Tossed Indian Green Salad
Pasta and Grilled Vegetable Salad
Chickpea Sundal

Soup:

Roasted Almond and Vegetable Broth

Vegetarian Main Course:

Paneer Lababdar (Uttar Pradesh dish)
Potato Lyonnaise
Subz Korma (Andhra Pradesh dish)
Kaju Matar Makhana
Penne in Arrabiata Sauce

Lentil:

Jawar Dal Tadka (Uttar Pradesh dish)

Rice:

Pyaz Jeera Ki Pulao (Punjabi dish)

Indian Breads:

Tandoori Roti
Butter Naan
Kulcha

Accompaniments:

Cucumber Raita
Tamarind and Date Chutney
Mixed Pickle
Plain Curd

Dessert:

Kuttu Malpua (Uttar Pradesh special)
Kesar Pista Rasmalai (Odisha special)
Warm Walnut and Ginger Pudding
Strawberry Ice Cream
Black Currant Ice Cream

The two-day summit boasts a packed agenda, with its theme drawing inspiration from the Sanskrit phrase "vasudhaiva kutumbakam," signifying "the world is one family."

This inaugural summit, hosted by India, unfolds at the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC) complex, also known as Bharat Mandapam, situated in central Delhi. Throughout the G20 Summit, Bharat Mandapam, often referred to as the "culture corridor," will showcase diverse traditions from 29 countries, encompassing India and special invitees to the G20. This showcase will include both physical and virtual exhibitions, creating an immersive experience for visitors.