Bollywood celebrities have expanded their businesses apart from acting, one such major moneybagger is Culinary Delight. Many top celebrities have invested and built top-class cafes and restaurants in the heart of Mumbai. It’s marketing done right, as they are the face and we are the community. Let’s see such top 5 celebrity-owned places to try out!!
Gauri Khan – Torii
Tagline: “Redefines the Fine Dining Experience”
Address: Pali Hill Rd, Union Park, Khar West, Mumbai, 400052.
Gauri Khan, wife of Superstar Shah Rukh Khan, is a renowned Interior designer, known for throwing the best B-town parties and has recently become the owner of another venture. Her restaurant, Torii, is an Asian-inspired, multi-cuisine fine dining establishment located at Bandra. Its must-try dishes are Shibuya Toast, Hamachi Carpaccio, Shrimp Kushiyaki, The Truffle- Edamame-mushi Gyoza, and many more. Do visit if you love the Japanese palate.
Shilpa Shetty Kundra – Bastian: At The Top
Tagline: ”A Sanctuary of taste & style! The indulgence you didn’t know you needed!”
Address: 48th Floor, Kohinoor Square, N.C. Kelkar Marg, West Shivaji Park, Mumbai.
The 90s Queen Shipla Shetty Bastian at the Top is a wonderland of taste and soul. The interiors designed by Minal Chopra are desert wanderlust with sand coloured walls and rustic caves, all located beside one of the busiest roads of Bombay. Their best-selling menu items are Burrata Betrrot salad, Grilled chicken tacos, lobster bomb for entrees. As for desert try their one-on-one Baked Alaska, its a sugar heaven.
Karan Johar – Neuma
Tagline: “Hidden Corners, Loud Flavours. A little bit of Colaba magic, only at Neuma.”
Address: Garden Chalet, 416, Mandlik Rd, Near Regal Cinema, Apollo Bandar, Colaba.
Karan Johar’s Neuma is a luxury-inked standalone fine-dining restaurant & Danish-chic Bar. He collaborated with magnificent interior designer Ashiesh Shah and remodeled an old colonial bungalow into a maximally private dining area and a Moulin Rouge-style outdoor Garden cafe. Some of their decadent items include Neuma homestyle Burrata, old-school minced lamb Gnocchi, and TDF New Zealand Lamb chops.
Ayesha Takia & Farhan Azmi – Madras Diaries
Tagline: “Taste the essence of South India, Dish by Delcious Dish!”
Address: Muffazar Manor, Shop No.7, Ground Floor, 28th Road, Bandra.
If you wake up craving a strong old “Filter Kapi” with Roasted Dosa or Ghee-Karam Idly, then actor Ayesha Takia’s Madram Diaries are your space. From famous Malabar-style parottas to Uttappams, Dosas, Podis, and Chutneys, all are available. After their successful dining ventures, Koyla and Cafe Basilico, they started Madras Diaries with a vision. They have three locations spread across the city, so visit your nearest and enjoy!
Badshah – Dragonfly Experience
Tagline: “Not quite Friday, but the party’s already here!”
Address: The Orb, JW Marriott Sahar, Andheri (E).
The grand success of rapper Badshah’s resto bar and lounge in Delhi has now launched in the heart of Mumbai. This Long Island-themed bar has a unique Pan-Asian Cuisine. They serve Tempura baskets, Baos, Sushi, Carpaccio, & Grills paired with only selected high-grade alcohol and cocktails by their special mixologist, Hargroves. Dragongly calls for a full-on luxurious culinary party vibe with friends; do visit for a Saturday hangover.
Conclusion
Of course, dining in celebrity-owned places calls for fat cheques, which is impossible for many middle-class runners. But still, these are once-in-a-lifetime delicacy experiences. So, do plan for special occasions like birthdays of your parents, partner, or just yourself. Indulge in their fusion cuisines, which are a treat for the tongue and the mind.
Written by – Meghana Pinninti