originating from over 2,500 years ago, naan, today identified as a leavened indian flatbread, traces its history back to old iran or persia, where the word “naan” referred to bread baked on hot pebbles.
traditionally baked at high heat in a hot tandoor (clay oven) with charcoal or wood fire, naan was served as breakfast to mughal nobles, from where it evolved to being served at many indian restaurants.
today, naan has traveled a long way in becoming a favorite with multiple gravy-based dishes in indian cuisine and a staple in iran, south asia, and many middle eastern countries.
as a fine dining indian restaurant, our aim with naan indian bistro is to deliver a culinary experience that south jersey has never experienced before. much like naan, our journey is one between cultures and flavors. our aim is to offer our guests a glimpse into our beloved homeland, while reflecting on and embracing the melody of both tradition and modernity in our food.
with an illustrious 5000-year old history, the legacy of indian cuisine is one for the books. influenced initially by mongolian, persian and chinese cuisines through years of cultural intermingling, and later on by mughal, british, french, dutch, and portuguese influence through years of colonization, indian food has emerged as a diverse and inclusive cuisine, bringing distinct flavors and cooking techniques in the form of decadent and sumptuous dishes that leave a lasting impression.
