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Indian cuisine finds itself on the global map yet again, with Britain’s uber-popular Indian fine-dining restaurant Gymkhana having earned its second Michelin star earlier this week. While India doesn’t boast of a Michelin-star restaurant as yet, here are some desi restaurants that achieved the distinction globally.
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Benares, London Atul Kochhar has left an indelible mark in London’s gastronomical space with Benaras, with his progressive approach towards cooking, seamlessly fusing British and Indian cuisine. Additionally, the sprawling interiors and being strategically located on the bustling Berkeley Sq., Mayfair, adds to the restaurant’s popularity.
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The Golden Peacock, MacauThis contemporary Indian restaurant at The Venetian goes the extra mile to offer patrons an authentic slice of India. The interiors are replete with copper, glass, screens and Sadeli mosaics. Scrumptious, filling, and cosy are what’s best used to describe the expansive traditional Indian fare, with the menu curated by a Kerala chef.
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Veeraswamy, LondonHaving been around since 1926, the celebrated Indian F&B establishment has amassed a sturdy fanbase over the decades for their consistency in rustling up authentic culinary feasts from around the country, while reinventing themselves to accommodate the fast-evolving palate over the years.
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Tamarind, LondonA visit to London isn’t really complete unless you drop by Tamarind, which is often lauded for upholding the highest standards of quality in their offerings. The cuisine is predominantly northern Indian, so the spot is often frequented for their succulent kebabs, richly flavoured curries and fresh off-the-tava Indian breads.
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The Song of India, SingaporeThe Song of India has enjoyed undisputed fan following since long, and there are plenty of reasons for that. There’s a certain vintage-esque appeal to the Michelin-star restaurant, which is well evidenced in the menu as well as the interiors. Besides sticking to traditional Indian methods of preparation.
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GymkhanaGymkhana’s been in the news lately for having earned its second Michelin star, and for good reason. There’s an authentic old-world Colonial-esque feel to the space, and largely so because it has been inspired by India’s iconic gymkhana clubs.