For a true-blue connoisseur of Indian food in the UK, the curry houses of Brick Lane are a
thing of the past. It’s taken time for the Brits to catch up but they have thankfully come
to realise the mediocre fare that was being peddled as authentic Indian food over the last
millennia or so. A handful of gastronomical enthusiasts took it up on themselves to open
the doors to the raw spices.
And now we have some excellent fine dining favourites that have been thralling the London crowd lately. If you are on the lookout for a delightful and flavoursome culinary experience in London this weekend you need to look no further than the following Indian joints that have
been cooking up some storm. From curry joints to swear by, to upscale central London restaurants, the list is an eclectic mix.
Brilliant
Starting off the list is the Southall landmark trading since the last 45 odd years. Raised from the ground by the Anand family from Kenya, the menu reflects both tradition and modern day
finesse. Start off your appetite with the chili mogo cassava root chips move onto the exemplary Punjabi tikkas and finish off the day with spiced curry and naan. This reputed restaurant offers some sublime choices indeed.
Pali Hil
For a taste of India a little closer to home, one can always head up to this firm favourite amongst the London crowd. Despite having opened in the midst of a pandemic, the faultless flavour combinations inspired by a communal neighbourhood in Bombay offers a modern take on regional Indian home cooking and you just cannot resist such scrumptious fare. The crisp Pondicherry fried squid, tandoori monkfish, coconut broad beans and much more suits to the impressive cocktail selection at hand.
Kutir
Come winter when you crave a hot bowl of curry, better head off to Kutir that rightfully translates to “a small cottage in the middle of nowhere.” For the more adventurous diners, there is the option of the Expedition Menu that offers six course meals all signature dishes cooked to perfection. Not a morsel would be left on plate once you’ve laid your eyes upon the Pomegranate Paneer, the Aloo Tikki honey yogurt, the Lamb shank with purple potatoes or the Pineapple Bhapa doi.
Soho Wala
Adding a little Boho Vibe to the list is Soho Wala. Miniature poppadoms start of your
tryst with this no fuss restaurant where food is comforting and easy-to-order too. ,The kaali dal with an earthy texture will help you travel to a land unknown while the bhelpuri with pomegranate seeds stirs up a riot in your mouth. The perfect place to end your shopping spree at Soho.
Chai Ki
The Toddy Shop is often a sight for sore eyes as you get busy gorging on Indian tapas in the casual lounge in front of the restaurant before moving into the back for formal dining. Chai Ki prides itself to understand the palate of the local population and does well to let its special
spice blends to really sing. You couldn’t possibly miss this joint up along the high-end properties of Canary Wharf.
