About Sorse, Whitefield, East Bengaluru
It is amazing how diverse India’s regional cuisine can be. Each state brings forward their cuisine, which is influenced by the region’s climate, local produce and history. For Bengalis, their food is the reflection of their culture. Seafood and mustard play vital roles in traditional Bengali food and are two ingredients you will find dominating the entire cuisine. It may be easy to get your hands on good Bengali food in Kolkata but the story is vastly different in Bengaluru’s case or was until ‘Sorse’ arrived on the scene. Sorse, a pleasing casual eatery known across Bengaluru for serving traditional Bengali food is just the place you should take your family to for a decent fish paturi or kosho mongsho. The restaurant is located adjacent to Forum Value Mall, Varthur Kodi, Whitefield.
As we mentioned before, the menu of Sorse is brimming with traditional Bengali dishes. Each course gets ample of space for variety and you end up having a lavish 3-course meal authentic enough to transport you to the dining rooms of Kolkata. Opt for a tangy raw mango cooler to accompany the meal. The all-day breakfast section featuring poori with gravy can be enjoyed anytime of the day. For starters pick between, banana blossom croquettes, dimer devil, rui mach bhaja, fish kabiraji, postor bora and chingri chop. Save the appetite for mains such as, mutton kosha, dhokar dalna, aam kashundi bhapa bhetki, ilish paturi, chicken jhol, aloo posto, chingri malai, mutton dak bangla, doi begun and kankra masala. Polish off the curries with traditional Bengali bread, luchi or radhaballavi.
Sorse offers thali and combo meals as well. Bengalis are famous for their sweet tooth and at Sorse you can indulge in traditional Bengali sweets like, mishti doi, rabri, gulab jamun, rosomalai and rosogulla. You can elevate the meal with help of house-made chutneys. Décor of Sorse is smart although a little dated. It’s built along the classic lines with comfy sofas, proper dining tables and dim lighting. A row of bamboo trellis acts as room divider. Walls are mounted with framed posters, adding to the creativity of the décor. Interiors are simply yet tastefully designed. Sorse is quite pocket-friendly and is a great option to explore with family or foodie friends.
Keywords: Whitefield, Bengaluru, Pocket-Friendly, Traditional, Authentic, Bengali, Smart, Family, Thali.
Summary: If you are in mood for traditional Bengali food in Bengaluru then without delay book a table at Sorse. This Whitefield fixture is a wonderful place to take your family for a lavish meal of authentic Bengali flavours.
Insider Tips
- The seasonal catch of the day is the must to check out
- The ‘Mint and Lime Fizz’ is really nice and refreshing
- Do not leave the place without eating the ‘Rossogulla’