Neel at Tote on the Turf, the first Indian grill-cuisine restaurant from deGustibus Hospitality, opened its doors on July 30, 2011. Just as with all of the company’s other restaurants, Neel too reinforces the  belief in presenting a tasteful blend of authentic flavours, textures and colours to create a sensational gustatory experience. At Neel, it’s all about paying homage to the rich and evolved cuisine of old Muslim Nawabi families from Lucknow, Hyderabad, and Kashmir.

The food, while embracing traditional flavours and cooking technique, is expressed with a healthy dose of modernity.  It is fresh, clean and prepared with great care. Herbs and spices are carefully used to enhance the natural flavors of the food - not overpower them. The cuisine takes a modern approach to classic flavour combinations, creating a sophisticated menu made up of delectable items. The menu at Neel has a diverse vegetarian section , traditional slow-cooked non-vegetarian preparations and  delectable sweets.

Master Chef Mukhtar Qureshi from Lucknow, who has been the Indian cuisine chef for Moveable Feast, deGustibus’ catering division, since 2008, is now heading the kitchen at Neel. Chef Qureshi is being assisted by a team of chefs from Lucknow, Hyderabad and Mumbai.

Awards & Accolades

Times Now Foodie Award: Best Debutante Restaurant Pan India 2012

Times Food Award: Best Indian – Noteworthy Newcomer 2012

About deGustibus Hospitality Pvt Ltd

deGustibus Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. was established in early 1996. From the Latin conjoin degustibus, meaning an ‘entity of taste,’ the company was founded to espouse the five ingredients of a tested winning recipe: innovation, great food, warm hospitality, attention to detail and customers who revel in these. deGustibus is the parent company of Indigo, Indigo Delicatessens, Tote on the Turf comprising Neel, Tote Banquets and the Tote Bar, and Moveable Feast, its bespoke catering division.