It ‘s SLIGHTLY embarrassing that Indian food’s skilful infusion of flavours are typically experienced by us in the UK when either; a.) Challenging mates to an ‘I can take it hotter that you’ competition after a night down the pup, or b.) as an accompaniment to a DVD having lost the will to cook.

And these habits seem particularly shameful when sampling Opting for the Mini Masala Dosa to start, a warm fresh pancake filled with lightly spiced potato, provides the perfect base for sampling Signature’s accompanying sauce. The Kerala Fish Curry, succulent king fish pieces in tamarind, coconut and curry leaf sauce. Is complimented by the Vendakka I’oriyal, spiced okra, and the yoghurt and green chillies. Simply divine is the Erachi Olathiyathu. Dry tender chunks of lamb, five spices, onion and tomatoes. Clean and flawless cuisine. The only thing needing slight attention is the decor and maybe some gentle ambient music.
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East Magazine, issue 43