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Chettinad Restaurant (All Consumed)

Neil and Chris catch up at south Indian “village restaurant” Chettinad off Tottenham Court Road to record this episode of All Consumed. After enjoying a delicious meal, Chris talks Luddites and the antiauthoritarian spirit of Nottingham as Neil speaks to … Continue reading

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Colonel Saab, Upscale Indian Dining in Holborn

Any regular reader of this blog should be aware that it ain’t what it used to be. I hardly post restaurant reviews anymore. In fact, I hardly post at all.  The reason behind my lack of online activity is because … Continue reading

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Diwali and Dumplings at Soho Wala

Judith Schrut makes friends with the mighty momo. Raise your hand if you thought only Chinese cooks made fabulous steamed dumplings. Yeah, me too. Until a few days ago that is, when I was introduced to momos, fresh and fragrant … Continue reading

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Pure Indian Cooking, Putney Bridge

Pure Indian Cooking near Putney Bridge Station in Fulham offers a fresh take on South Asian cuisine with fine dining flourishes that suggest Chef Patron Shilpa Dandekar’s kitchen is one to watc Continue reading

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Soho Stalwart Carom Gets a Refurb

One of Soho’s best destinations for a quality Indian meal, Carom, recently underwent refurbishment. Taking the popular pan-Indian restaurant up on an invitation to view its new “rough-luxe” interiors provided a good opportunity to have another taste of this Soho … Continue reading

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Daawat Indian Restaurant at the Strand Palace Hotel

Presenting tried and true South Asian comfort food on the Strand and just down the street from Covent Garden, Daawat Indian restaurant at the four star (and recently renovated) Strand Palace Hotel is a smart choice when you’re on the go and seeking a satisfying meal. Continue reading

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Curry for Change Menu for Charity at Cinnamon Kitchen (CDCLifestyle)

A new promotion for a good cause is on now and running throughout June at Cinnamon Kitchen near Liverpool Street station. The offer – three courses and a cocktail for only £29 – sees a donation of £5 going to the Find Your Feet charity as part of its current Curry for Change campaign. Continue reading

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Soho’s Best Indian Restaurants (OneTravel)

Perhaps nowhere in London is the variety of restaurants and dining options as varied as in Soho, the compact and social heart of this sprawling city. Even once you’ve decided on what type of food you’re keen to enjoy, going out to eat in Soho brings with it tough decisions. Continue reading

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Spring into a Great Soho Supper at Carom Pan-Indian Restaurant

Kemey and I were treated to a delicious meal over the weekend at pan-Indian restaurant Carom at Meza. Based on past experiences, I figured we were in for a more than decent dinner when I made the reservation, but expectations were exceeded and both of us came away glad to add one more reliably good and centrally located restaurant to our list of quality venues worth keeping in mind. Continue reading

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Imli Street: Renamed, Revamped and Reopened

Soho Indian restaurant, Imli, goes “street” to keep up with the competition. Is it any better than before and worth actually coming in off the street for a taste of the new menu? Continue reading

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Sophisticated Indian Flavours at Zaika (CDCLifestyle)

Dishes are as attractively presented as the setting and taste just as gorgeous. Head chef Navin Prasad’s kitchen delivers refined and delicate dishes that nonetheless check the boxes for filling and yummy. Continue reading

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Sophisticated Indian Flavours at Zaika Restaurant, London (OneTravel)

Head chef Navin Prasad’s kitchen delivers refined and delicate dishes that nonetheless check the boxes for filling and yummy. Case in point is the hearty yet dainty starter, pan-seared spiced scallops with sautéed cavolo nero and pumpkin sauce. Equally delicious, a main course of king prawns simmered in a rich coconut cream sauce flavoured with lime leaf proves curry prowess and gourmet subtly needn’t be mutually exclusive attributes. Continue reading

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Sophisticated Indian Flavours at Zaika, Kensington High Street

Dishes are as attractively presented as the setting and taste just as gorgeous. Head chef Navin Prasad’s kitchen delivers refined and delicate dishes that nonetheless check the boxes for filling and yummy. Continue reading

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Chefspective: Vivek Singh, Executive Chef @ Cinnamon Club and Cinnamon Kitchen (Londonist)

Chefspective: Vivek Singh, Executive Chef @ Cinnamon Club and Cinnamon Kitchen Londonist, September 24, 2010 2:00 PM Londonist has been an appreciative fan of Executive Chef Vivek Singh since reviewing his Anglo-Indian brekkie menu little more than a year ago. His … Continue reading

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Chefspective: Samir Sadekar, Executive Chef at Imli (Londonist)

Chefspective: Samir Sadekar, Executive Chef at Imli Londonist, July 16, 2010 2:50 PM Did our recent Chefspective interview with Alfred Prasad, Executive Chef of Tamarind, leave you hankering for quality Indian cuisine but fretful about splashing out at his Michelin starred Mayfair … Continue reading

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Dishoom! London’s First Bombay Cafe Opens on Upper St Martin’s Lane (Londonist)

Dishoom! London’s First Bombay Cafe Opens on Upper St Martin’s Lane Londonist, July 15, 2010 11:29 AM Open to the public today, Dishoom is an idealized version of a traditional Irani Cafe (see Dishoom’s rather thoughtful blog post for more … Continue reading

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Review: Spring Lunch Menu at Tamarind (Londonist)

Review: Spring Lunch Menu at Tamarind Londonist, May 25, 2010 11:54 AM As you might expect from a Michelin starred resto, service at Tamarind is impeccable. The Mayfair location is to die for and the space itself is comfortable and … Continue reading

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Britain’s Oldest Indian Restaurant Veeraswamy Brings Back the Darwan (Londonist)

Established in 1926, Veeraswamy is Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant, one of London’s oldest surviving restaurants and possibly one of its most lauded. Indeed, National Geographic reckons Veeraswamy is among the ten best “destination and special restaurants” in the world. Still … Continue reading

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Menu Review: Goan Showcase at Chutney Mary (Londonist)

Menu Review: Goan Showcase at Chutney Mary Londonist, February 3, 2010 11:09 AM Chutney Mary has garnered considerable praise since opening in 1990. Twice it’s received Good Curry Guide’s Best Indian Restaurant in the UK award as well as the … Continue reading

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Cufflinks and Curry at Cinnamon Club (Londonist)

Cufflinks and Curry at Cinnamon Club Londonist, November 11, 2009 3:10 PM On the surface, this seemed like one of the wackier press releases to land in ye olde Londonist inbox in quite some time. An invitation to a “breakfast … Continue reading

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Bollywood Dinner & Dance at Moti Mahal (Londonist)

Bollywood Dinner & Dance at Moti Mahal  Londonist, May 6, 2009 9:57 AM Here’s a fun idea. Take a 45 minute Bollywood dance class before tucking into a delicious two-course Indian meal. 6.30pm every Tuesday, the downstairs dining area of … Continue reading

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New and Stylish Indian Restaurant, Zeen, Opens on Drummond Street (Londonist)

New and Stylish Indian Restaurant, Zeen, Opens on Drummond Street Londonist, March 4, 2009 10:02 AM Londonist indulged in a bit of a feast last night at newly opened Indian restaurant, Zeen. Located at 30 Drummond Street, NW1 2PA, Zeen … Continue reading

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