An Immersive Mango-Themed Dining Experience- This one’s for the mango
maximalists.
For the folks who believe summer begins not with the sun, but with that first slice of
warm, fragrant mango. For the ones who’ve argued over varieties, smuggled pickle jars
across states, and eaten mango with rice, roti, salt, sugar or nothing at all.
A 7-course mango-forward journey by Chef Taiyaba Ali. This isn’t your typical
sweet-tooth tribute. Here, the mango is a metaphor, a memory, a story that’s both royal
and everyday.
From the Mughal courts and Urdu couplets to roadside carts and home kitchens, Aam
Baat explores how mangoes have shaped India’s palate, poetry, and politics. With
ancestral roots in Malihabad (yes, that mango belt), Taiyaba brings a deeply personal
lens to each dish, drawn from a lifetime of stories—some sweet, some sour.
About Chef Taiyaba
Taiyaba Ali is a chef and food writer from Lucknow whose work is rooted in memory,
home kitchens, and culinary heritage. She’s best known for championing the quiet
brilliance of Lakhnawi cuisine, the kind that simmers in family kitchens, passed down
through stories rather than cookbooks.
Her menus dig deeper than nostalgia. They question what’s been lost, overlooked, or
erased, bringing back the textures of slow-cooked dals, forgotten techniques, and
humble ingredients that tell bigger stories. In her hands, food becomes both a form of
resistance and a kind of love letter.
Terms and Conditions
1. Please mention your veg and non-veg preference at the time
2. The Conservatory is located on the 2nd floor of Courtyard with no elevator access.
3. Do not purchase tickets from anyone other than the ticketing platform.
4. The management is not responsible for any injury or damage that may occur during an
event.
5. No-shows and cancellations are non-refundable under any circumstances.
6. Tickets are non-transferable and for personal use only.
7. Children aged 7 and above require a ticket to attend the meal. If bringing a child under 7,
please inform us in advance, as we do not have a baby seat at the venue.
8. Please adhere to the timings of your slot.
9. Groups larger than 8 cannot be accommodated at the same table.
10. The schedule is subject to change in case of an emergency or any unforeseen event.
11. Management will not be liable for any claims arising from the consumption of food or
drink.
12. Please note that both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes are prepared in the same
kitchen.
13. Parking near the event premises is at the vehicle owner’s risk. Paid valet parking is
available for Rs. 200 per car.14. The holder of this ticket grants the organizers the right to use, in perpetuity, all or part of
any video or still footage made of the holder’s appearance, without any further approval.
15. Photographs and videos of ticket holders may be uploaded to social media. If you do not
wish to be featured, please inform our team.
16. The menu is subject to change based on ingredient availability and the chef’s discretion.
