Food & Drink Awards 2017

LUX - Food & Drink Awards 2017 29 Best Local Craft Brewery - Hô Chí Minh Veranda Lounge is headed by award winning head chef Mr. Anwar Miah, who is known for putting a contemporary twist on classic dishes. Trained in a variety of different cuisines from French classics, Thai, and Indian cuisine. In his latest venture he has revived the old Indian classics into dishes of contemporary art. Chef Anwar brings over 20 years of culinary experience with, him recently returning from the French Alps, where he had undertaken the role of head chef in one of the most prestigious restaurants in the world. As such, Veranda Lounge welcomes Gloucester residents and tourists who would like to enjoy a wide variety of Indian cuisine inspired dishes, including classics like Karhi, Gosht, Jalfrezi, Masala, Biriyani, something contemporary such as Rogan Josh Burger, Chicken Tikka Panini or even gourmet, such as Lobster Curry or Lamb Shank, all served on historic docks with panoramic views of the canals dating back to AD 96 of Roman Empire times, when a city was known as Colonia Nervia Glevensium. Everyone is welcome at the restaurant, from children, who have their own separate menu, students and NHS workers, who receive a discount, right through to pet Best Fine-Dining Indian Restaurant - Gloucestershire Veranda Lounge is a vibrant and exciting Indian restaurant based in Gloucester, offering a truly gourmet selection of Indian delicacies. We profile this dynamic fine dining eatery to learn more. Company: Veranda Lounge Contact Email: [email protected] Address: Vinings warehouse, Gloucester Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2EG, United Kingdom www.verandalounge.co.uk FO170043 dogs, who are offered a bowl of water and a treat. In the summer the lounge is the ideal space to relax and unwind, and in the winter the establishment becomes a cosy enclave thanks to heaters, balnkets, and the warming curries served. Ultimately, with at least one Indian restaurant being closed every single day in UK, restaurants that serve Indian cuisine must evolve and put extra effort to attract guests from all age groups. It is not a secret that curries are most popular among elder generation and young professionals and teenagers find traditional curries being unhealthy, but thanks to big retailers who advertise low fat curries, therefore Veranda Lounge restaurant is introducing new aspects of its menu to appeal to a wider range of customers, including vegan and low-fat options as well as a and new drinks and desserts menus, a selection of new cocktails alongside live music and theme. All of these new additions will offer the establishment many exciting opportunities. “...known for putting a contemporary twist on classic dishes.”