SAHA – A new style of Indian cuisine hits Duxton Hill

PUBLISHED November 23rd, 2014 04:00 pm | UPDATED May 19th, 2017 03:39 pm

Indian cuisine. Fine dining. Molecular gastronomy.

Yes, it’s true that the above phrases do not often mix and might cause a lot of confusion. This confusion was brought up myself as I sat in what was formerly the fine dining section of Duxton Hill’s Buyan restaurant awaiting the first course at SAHA.

With a menu constructed by Chef Abhijit Saha, it’s no wonder that the menu is so unusual. He is after all the 2013 ‘Best Chef of India’ according to the Indian Congress and Awards (just one of his many and impressive accolades obtained both in India and internationally).

If you’re looking for time-old favourites this is not the place for you. But if you want to see a innovative Chef push the boundaries of modern Indian cuisine, this is somewhere you absolutely must check out.

As someone who has been eating Indian food since childhood, the meal at SAHA was without a doubt the most unique Indian culinary experience I have had the pleasure of having.

Where to begin? How about the Masala cappuccino?! Constructed table-side in artistic martini glasses. Or the Kasoor methi seared foie gras with its spice stewed mango?

Whilst certainly not being traditional Indian cuisine, the dishes served at SAHA bring a refreshing take on cuisine that is often pigeonholed to rice, curries and tandoori. This is the place to open your mind and your stomach and try something new.

It would be a sin not to also mention that their Terrace bar is somewhat of a hidden gem. A great selection of spirits, unique cocktails and Cuban cigars to choose from for an after-dinner tipple.

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