Chai Pani
Explore our membership program and learn more about the Chai Pani story below!
Chai Pani literally means “tea and water.” It's slang in India for going out for a cup of tea, a tasty bite, a snack, or “a little something.” In Downtown Asheville it means innovative, fun, affordable and delicious Indian cuisine. We'd go so far as to say it's “mindblasting.”
Some of the best food of any country is its street food, and Chai Pani features chaat - crunchy, spicy, sweet, tangy, brightly flavored Indian street snacks. And because there's nothing more comforting and delicious in any culture than a home cooked meal, Chai Pani also brings you thalis - traditional family meals highlighting India's amazing culinary diversity.
Accolades:
Meherwan Irani is a five-time James Beard nominated chef
New York Times was particularly taken by our “fresh, cilantro-strewn takes on Indian street food”
GQ Magazine lauded our “Indian street food with a twang”
New York Magazine called us "a star in downtown's dining scene.”
The Huffington Post had us on their list of "Top 10 Cheap Eats in the US”
Explore our Membership Program Below
Chai Pani
Journey Through India
Local Pickup or Local Delivery Only (+$15)
STARTING AT
$75
PER MONTH
For a Culinary Tour of India
Members of Trade Journey Through India gain access to the elevated Indian street food that while known for its wide variety of flavor, has much more to be discovered. From region to region, state to state, allow Chef Meherwan Irani to guide you through the tangy, the spicy, the sweet and all of the seasonings that provide the incredible zest in each dish. Chef Meherwan is a master at taking the flavors so loved across the nation and creating an upscale menu for all to enjoy.
What You’ll Get
A rotating monthly tasting menu featuring dishes that are well-known and dishes that are quite rare. Every dish comes prepared so all you have to do is heat, arrange, and enjoy. All members also receive a specialty package of spices from Spicewalla including spices, herbs, salts, blends, and more. Incorporate these spices into your own cooking to explore all kinds of flavor.
Sample menu may include:
Bhel Puri - Puffed rice, flour crisps (puris), crunchy chickpea noodles, roasted chana daal, cilantro & onions tossed with tamarind, green, and spicy garlic chutneys
Green Mango Chaat - Fresh green mango tossed with peanuts, golden raisins, corn poha (Indian corn flakes), onion, & cilantro.
Chicken Pakoras - Joyce Farms chicken seasoned w/ Kashmiri spices in a curried chickpea batter. Served with green chutney & sweet yogurt.
Sloppy Jai - Spiced lamb hash simmered with tomatoes, ginger and aromatic spices. Garnished with green chutney, sweet yogurt and served on two toasted buns.
Butter Chicken Thali - Marinated and seared Joyce Farms chicken in an aromatic tomato cream sauce with butter and jaggery.
& much more!
Choose from:
Experience for 2 - $75
Experience for 4 - $140
Need even more spice in your life? Add on an additional 4-pack of Spicewalla spices - ($35)
All Chai Pani members also receive:
Educational information on each dish and it’s regional culinary history from Chef Meherwan Irani
First access to events and collaborations at Chai Pani
First to know about future membership offerings
FAQs
When will I be charged my membership fee?
We charge your credit card the day you sign up. The recurring charge is billed every 30 days from the day you signed up.
Can I cancel or suspend my membership?
Absolutely, you can login to your account and pause or cancel with one click at any time.
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