Restaurant Fig by any other name
The time couldn't be more opportune to launch an Indian restaurant, given the global praise and recognition being heaped upon the cuisine currently. Obviously, the fact is not lost on chefs and restaurateurs if the rapid mushrooming of new Indian restaurants is any indication. Where Anjeer succeeds is in its departure from the expected. It is Indian food that is familiar but non-conformist; refreshingly fuss-free but thoughtful, ingredient led but layered, offering a dining experience that celebrates flavour through a creative lens.
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