Winter along the Ganges carries a quiet, luminous charm.  The Shivalik hills soften under a pale sunrise, the river moves in a calm, silvery flow, and the season  brings with it a natural pull toward warmth, nourishment, and mindful eating. At Pilibhit House – IHCL  SeleQtions, a hotel deeply rooted in satvik living and ancestral culinary wisdom, this shift in season is  honoured through food that comforts, heals, and uplifts. 

To celebrate the wellness-led beauty of winter, Pilibhit House introduces a curated collection of  seasonal specials crafted with regional Himalayan ingredients known for their inherent warmth and  health benefits. Developed by Chef Rohit Dubey, these creations pay homage to the traditional winter  diet of the hills while presenting it with a modern, global sensibility. 

“Winter is a beautiful season to cook for; it invites a different kind of creativity,” says Chef Rohit  Dubey, Executive Chef, Pilibhit House – IHCL SeleQtions. “This season naturally brings out the depth  of Himalayan ingredients, from gahat dal to red rice and fresh turmeric. Each carries centuries of  wisdom, relied upon by our ancestors for strength, warmth, and healing. Our intention is to honour  those traditions while presenting them in a way that feels comforting, modern, and deeply nourishing  for today’s guest.” 

In this all-vegetarian winter menu, hearty bowls and warming plates come together in a tapestry of  flavours and benefits. The Soupy Ramen Bowl warms the body and boosts immunity with ginger and  miso, while the Sour & Pepper Soup offers respiratory comfort with spices that soothe seasonal  congestion. For deeper nourishment, the Himalayan Noodles Soup brings together fresh turmeric and  regional greens to reduce inflammation, and the Tandoori Broccoli delivers a balance of Vitamin C and  warm spices that support digestion and body heat. 

Rooted in local tradition, the Gahat (Kulthi) Dal provides joint health and natural warmth, while the  Moong Dal Rasremains a gentle, gut-friendly option for colder evenings. And for those seeking hearty  comfort, the Himalayan Red Rice Risotto, made with antioxidant-rich regional red rice, offers sustained  energy and ideal winter warmth. Ingredients such as Himalayan red rice, gahat dal, timru, jakhiya  seeds, and bhangjeera oil are celebrated for their therapeutic qualities and reflect Pilibhit House’s  commitment to preserving regional culinary heritage while elevating it for the modern palate. 

Whether guests are seated by the river watching the golden winter light dance on the Ganges or  enjoying the serenity of the private ghat, these dishes capture the soul of the season — warm,  wholesome, and rooted in Pilibhit House’s philosophy of flavour and holistic nourishment. Guests are  invited to experience these limited-period specials at Pilibhit House – IHCL SeleQtions, where every  meal is crafted to bring the quiet magic of a Haridwar winter to the table.