One of the most respected awards in the culinary business is the ‘Michelin Star’, often considered as the highest standard for every chef. This award allows chefs to be a part of the panel of the best food critics and they enter the most elite category.

Wasabi by Morimoto, Mumbai

Japanese cuisine is more than sushi and wasabi. Created by Japanese Iron Chef Masahara Morimoto, the restaurant is renowned for its elegant and contemporary menu combining the Chef’s primitive cooking with modern school of thought. The food at Wasabi is prepared like a jewel with full attention to detail especially Sushi, Sashimi and Tempuras. The restaurant offers it guests’ authentic taste of Japan from the repertoires of Chef Morimoto as each ingredient used is flown from Japan.

Le Cirque, Delhi

The New York based franchise has blessed the national capital and the financial capital of India making it one the most sought-after places for contemporary cuisines. The taste of Italian and French cuisines makes it’s come back for more experience. The 6-course tasting menu carefully created by Chef Matteo will take guests on a unique culinary journey. The restaurant is known to host celebrities, dignitaries etc. Famous dishes here include Le Cirque Vegetables Garden with Truffle Dressing and Ravioli Stuffed with Barolo.

Ziya, Mumbai

Vineet Bhatia, holder of two Michelin Stars in Geneva and London serves dishes that have European presentations but Indian flavours. The restaurant is known for its quirky dishes like Chocolate samosa, Butter Chicken gravy ice cream. This modern Indian restaurant gives its guests the option to choose from a la carte category or from the carefully curated menu. Also, complementing the food are the fine collection of wines for each course in the menu.

Hakkasan, Mumbai

Since its establishment in 2001, head Chef Raymond Wong has made Cantonese cuisine at Hakkasan a destination that is worth a visit. With menu created from local fresh produce, the almost perfect palate has an array of options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians to choose from. Chinese and Cantonese culture are known to give food the utmost importance. Dishes like Golden Fried Soft Shell Crab’ and Stir-fry Tofu and French Beans are famous amongst the patrons.

Indian Accent, Delhi

Chef Manish Mehrotra’s Indian Accent is renowned for its take on Indian dishes. Dishes like ‘Five Water Puchka’ from Kolkata or Turmeric Rice from South India are prepared with full attention to detail, elegance and modern techniques. The restaurant creates traditional Indian cuisines with Indian flavours but using global ingredients and concepts. Chef Mehrotra has created a menu combining fresh produce to satisfy traditional tastes. Guests can also enjoy a full six-course meal created with a selection of wines.

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