Peruvian Asian restaurant INKA opens in Mumbai
INKA, a new Peruvian Asian restaurant, has opened its doors in Mumbai, India, offering a fusion of flavours.
The 6,000ft², 200-seat venue, which includes an open-air mezzanine, is the latest addition to India-based Bastian Hospitality's portfolio.
In charge of the kitchen is the chef Kinyo Rodas Tristan, a native of Peru with an international culinary background.
Having showcased his skills in Peru, the Middle East, Kenya and most recently at Koiishi in the St Regis Mumbai, Kinyo brings Peruvian Asian dishes to INKA's menu.
INKA's menu features a blend of Peruvian and Asian cuisines, with a focus on 'molecular gastronomy' to provide interactive table-side experiences.
The menu is categorised into three sections: Bosque (forest), Montana (mountains) and Mar (ocean), each offering a taste of different natural landscapes through its dishes.
The restaurant is designed by Minal Chopra of ineedspace with patterns, backlit bars, floor lamps, eclectic chairs and sculptures.
Argentine mixologist Dario Arauji leads the high-end cocktail bar at INKA. The bar specialises in infusing traditional Latin beverages with Asian influences, ensuring a diverse and innovative drinks menu.
Bastian Hospitality founder and CEO Ranjit Bindra stated: 'Inka is what we hope will be another in a series of Bastian Hospitality fine dining offerings, providing high-octane glamour and excellent food and beverages to our discerning diners.
'We are offering Peruvian Asian food for the first time and are excited to gauge the response of our guests. Our Peruvian chef brings with him years of authentic experience, having lived and worked in Peru and other parts of the globe. Combined with our mixologist from Argentina, they've created a food and beverages programme that is truly world-class."
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