Kahani

Birthday dinner at Kahani, a modern Indian restaurant in Knightsbridge serving bold flavours and beautifully presented dishes. We started with the Pani Puri, a generous portion of six pieces, crisp and full of spice. The Konkani Soft-Shell Crab was incredible: perfectly fried, full of flavour, and one of those dishes you immediately want to order again. The Samosa Platter (lamb, potato, and chicken) was golden, comforting, and well seasoned. The Swordfish & Octopus Curry was a standout, rich, fragrant, and layered with flavour, and a surprise to find it made with coconut milk, which worked beautifully. The swordfish was incredibly soft and tender, almost melting into the sauce. Paired perfectly with naan and tandoori roti fresh from the oven. Drinks were nicely presented. We had the ‘K’ Star Martini and the New Fashioned from the seasonal menu. Both were well balanced, though they could have been a touch stronger given they were house specials. Beautiful setting, attentive service, and refined cooking that still feels warm and comforting. Definitely worth a visit for a special occasion.