Indikaya, a new progressive-Indian restaurant

Opens doors at Shangri-La Dubai on 1st August

Situated within Shangri-La Dubai, Indikaya is a new Indian restaurant presenting fusion Indian Tapas, stunning ambiance, and an unforgettable dining experience celebrating India’s rich culinary heritage.

Dubai’s newest dining destination, Indikaya, will surprise diners with the freshest flavors and culinary creativity with its unique tapas menu. Breaking new ground and bringing Indian ingredients to the fore, the restaurant celebrates India’s diverse flavors, textures, and culinary traditions in an exciting new format, promising a feast for the senses.

Helmed by the renowned Chef Ajay Chopra, Indikayas ethos revolves around seasonal ingredients treated in imaginative ways while staying true to their roots. Bold yet thoughtful, playful yet meticulous, each dish on the menu is a tribute to a different region, culture, and flavor profile of India.

Chef Chopra, a celebrated figure in the culinary world, is known for his innovative approach to Indian cuisine. With a career spanning over two decades, he has worked with culinary legends like Gordon Ramsay and Angela Hartnett. His expertise has graced prestigious kitchens worldwide, including his role as a judge on Masterchef India for two seasons.

The menu at Indikaya reflects Chef Chopra’s experience, offering an exploration of inventive Indian tapas, expertly grilled dishes, and main courses that reimagine nostalgic flavors while capturing the essence of India’s culinary diversity. Highlights include the Mungbean Tartine, a plant-based delight featuring a mung bean dip flavored with Maharashtrian thecha, and the Indikaya Vada Pao, a sophisticated take on Mumbai’s beloved street food with tempered russet potato and wasabi relish.

Indulge in the Kumbh Indulgence, featuring porcini mushrooms folded with Manchego and smoked mozzarella cheese, served with edamame, fried enoki, and black garlic emulsion. Or savor the Osso Bucco, showcasing Australian lamb osso bucco brined in spiced whey, slow-cooked with nihari sauce, and served over truffled cauliflower puree. The Chilean Seabass, marinated with a spice blend from the North Canara coast, sous-vide, and finished on a plancha, offers another exquisite choice. For dessert, enjoy the modern twist of classics like the Rum Baba Misu with kithul jaggery mousse stuffed in baba au rhum, soaked in a syrup of Kahlua, Old Monk, and Marsala wine, served with glazed cherries and South Indian filter coffee ganache.

“Our main priority is the quality of ingredients, with each dish at the restaurant shining a spotlight on one” says Chef Chopra. “Providing diners with the highest quality meals and exemplary service. Each dish on our menu celebrates a different region, culture, and flavor profile, showcasing lesser-known ingredients from remote towns of India. With every dish, we aim to showcase the authentic diversity of India.”

The meal at Indikaya is a sensory affair, begin with drinks at the lounge followed by mains in the dining room. The expansive space is warm and welcoming, with impressive contemporary design elements, creating an inviting atmosphere that is both modern and culturally rich. The spacious dining area, highlighted by ambient lighting and tasteful furnishings, offers a serene setting for an exceptional dining experience.