The Perfect Indian Meal Pairings for Dry January
Approximately 9 million people in the UK took part in Dry January in 2023, giving up alcohol for the whole month as a personal resolution or as part of a charity campaign. With tangible short-term health benefits for blood pressure, weight loss and reduced diabetes risk, many of us are living without alcohol until February […]
Spiciest Indian Dishes on the Itihaas Menu
In Indian cuisine, spice isn’t just about heat. But if you’re coming out for Indian food, you might be looking forward to some chilli in your curry. There are over 40 spices used in Indian cuisine, such as cumin, turmeric, anise, cardamom, methi and more. Not all are hot spices, like chilli, pepper or mace, […]
Valentine’s Date Ideas in Birmingham 2025
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and with it falling on a Friday this year, many places are booking up quickly. There are plenty of romantic date opportunities in the city, so here are a few of our favourite places to visit around Birmingham to help you design the perfect Valentine’s Date. We’ve also […]
Featured Dish: Tandoori Soya Tikka Masala
Tikka masala is one of those British Indian dishes that carries its own mythology of origin. It’s not “real” Indian food, invented in the UK by an Indian chef to cater to British palates. Some claim it was invented in Birmingham, while others say it was in Glasgow. Either way, it’s become a staple in […]
Itihaas: Iftar in Birmingham
The holy month of Ramadan is here, and friends and families across the city are gathering at sunset to break their fast together. For this month, until the 28th March, we welcome guests to come and enjoy iftar in our restaurant. View our Iftar Menu Many of our diners this month are visiting our restaurant […]
Celebrating Mother’s Day at Itihaas – What to Expect
It’s just over a week until Mothers’ Day, Birmingham! As spring flourishes across our city, goslings appear in Birmingham’s canals, and floral displays adorn the streets, Sunday 30th March is the time to show your love for your mother, or anyone else who fills that role for you. Book Your Reservation At Itihaas Now View […]
Hosting Client Meetings at a Restaurant Gets Results
The environment you choose for crucial conversations impacts the listener’s perception and responses, and a restaurant setting balances relaxation with professionalism. Whether it’s a business meeting or a fact-finding discussion, taking clients out for dinner can help smooth the way for success. Corporate dining can make a change from the office atmosphere, placing you on […]
Featured Dish: Goan Prawn Curry – A Taste of Coastal India
Goa is a coastal state of India famed for its golden beaches, bar culture and Portuguese influences from a 451-year occupation. With almost 100 miles of coastline and 11 different rivers, fresh fish is a staple of Goa’s cuisines. Fried and served in a curry, with the leavened flatbread of the region or with bhaji-puri, […]
Menu Feature: Dhaniya Tahree Murgh
Each month, we dive deeper into one of our menu items to tell you more about the ingredients we cook with and the culture evoked in the recipe. Today, learn about one of our poultry dishes, Dhaniya Tahree Murgh. “A Northern Indian household favourite, diced chicken pieces curried in a thin but smooth gravy, cooked […]
Rasmalai: The Perfect Dessert for Any Occasion
Our Rasmalai is a firm favourite on our dessert menu. Creamy, melt-in-the-mouth cakes of fresh cheese are soaked in a creamy milk syrup, flavoured with cardamom and saffron. This dessert is subtly sweet, refreshing and rich. It is considered a royal sweet, served at weddings and festival celebrations, but it is perfect for any special […]