Rajasthani cuisine at party for Naomi’s boyfriend

The Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson arrives in Jodhpur yesterday to attend the 50th birthday celebrations of British supermodel Naomi Campbell’s billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin

Supermodel Naomi Campbell’s international guests were treated to a Rajasthani cuisine - kair-sangri, bajra-roti, dal fry, kadhi, mix vegetable, lal maas, tava roti and much more - when they joined her here yesterday to celebrate her Russian boyfriend Vladimir Doronin’s 50th birthday.
The Rajasthani cuisine, prepared by over two dozen renowned chefs, was laid out at the majestic Mehrangarh Fort.
“It’s going to be great fun for celebrities,” an official said earlier on condition of anonymity. “On the eve of Vladimir Doronin’s birthday, several celebrations have been planned. There will be about 18 different kinds of Rajasthani dishes for the celebrities apart from several other dishes and drinks,” he said.
Campbell spared no effort to make it a memorable bash for her millionaire Russian boyfriend.
A source from the fort said even the decor was inspired by Rajasthani culture.
“The fort’s Jaipol, Dedh Kangra Pol, Imarati Pol, Suraj Pol, Loha Pol and several other areas have been given a beautiful look with Rajasthani paintings, handicraft items, royal oil lamps and other heritage items,” said the source.
Celebrity guests started arriving here on Monday.
“A ‘huge party’ is being organised on the eve of birthday today. About 125 high-profile celebrity guests are likely to participate in the party,” an official of an event management company involved with the preparations said earlier.
Hollywood big names Leonardo DiCaprio and Will Smith were expected for the party.
“Everything - from dinner to decorations - is based on Rajasthani culture. There is a sophisticated lighting outside the fort, however, the scene will be entirely different inside,” the official said.
“The Daulat Khana will be entirely lit up with royal oil lamps rather then electrical lights. It will be a beautiful experience for the guests who will be seated on special Rajasthani beds called ‘macha’,” added another official from the event management company.