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Thursday, August 13, 2009
Saturday, August 8, 2009
For Indian Ask a Brit
One of the only cuisines I crave from time to time seems to be Indian. I found my love of it in London. The Brits truly have adopted the cuisine, and perhaps have made it their own. Former UK Foreign Secretary Robin Cook dubbed chicken tikka masala as "Britain's true national dish." Naturally, a British colleague of mine recommended several local restaurants.
His suggestion led me to Bombay Cafe. The unassuming restaurant really lent itself to a relaxing dinner. The casual dining room with several large, family style parties made the experience all the more enjoyable. I really love to see people connecting over food - sharing, tasting, laughing - cheesy, I know.
There was service with a smile. Our non-Indian server had a vast knowledge of the menu and a true understanding of the food - I only distinguish, because many Americans are left in the dark when it comes to South Asian food, and particularly curries. The chutneys were superb, particularly the tamarind served with the vegetable samosas. The curries were pureed without a hint of heaviness to the sauce. To top our meal off, they also served a variety of Indian lagers - delicious to wash everything down with. Cheers to the suggestion.
Bombay Cafe
12021 West Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064
310.473.3388
www.bombaycafe-la.com
His suggestion led me to Bombay Cafe. The unassuming restaurant really lent itself to a relaxing dinner. The casual dining room with several large, family style parties made the experience all the more enjoyable. I really love to see people connecting over food - sharing, tasting, laughing - cheesy, I know.
There was service with a smile. Our non-Indian server had a vast knowledge of the menu and a true understanding of the food - I only distinguish, because many Americans are left in the dark when it comes to South Asian food, and particularly curries. The chutneys were superb, particularly the tamarind served with the vegetable samosas. The curries were pureed without a hint of heaviness to the sauce. To top our meal off, they also served a variety of Indian lagers - delicious to wash everything down with. Cheers to the suggestion.
Bombay Cafe
12021 West Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064
310.473.3388
www.bombaycafe-la.com
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