Chef Ranveer Brar’s new Dubai restaurant, Kashkan Kissaghar, represents an intimate evolution of his acclaimed Kashkan brand, blending Indian culinary heritage with contemporary design and storytelling. The restaurant showcases regional Indian flavors, innovative dishes, and immersive décor celebrating culture, tradition, and sustainability.
Celebrated chef Ranveer Brar has unveiled “Kashkan Kissaghar,” a new culinary venture in Dubai that redefines modern Indian dining as a richly layered, story-driven experience. Building on the success of his flagship Kashkan at Dubai Festival City, this new space inside H Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road offers a more intimate yet flavorful journey into India’s diverse culinary traditions.
Key Highlights
A House of Stories: The name Kissaghar means “house of stories,” emphasizing the restaurant’s role as a narrative space where food conveys emotion, memory, and cultural heritage. Every dish and design element invites guests into a shared storytelling experience.
Design and Symbolism: The décor includes symbolic installations like a banyan tree-inspired bar representing resilience and connection, a Wishing Wall inspired by Indian spiritual traditions, and traditional Lippan art from Gujarat highlighting craftsmanship and sustainability.
Culinary Innovation: The menu features reimagined regional Indian dishes such as Kaddu Kachori Pie with pumpkin and spiced lentil crumble, Saag Burrata blending North Indian and Italian flavors, and fiery Naga Black Chicken Curry.
Cultural Fusion: Desserts like Dubai-style Pistachio Kunafa reflect the fusion of Indian heritage with Middle Eastern influences, appealing to the city’s multicultural palate.
Sustainable Philosophy: Brar’s commitment to conscious cooking shines through collaborations and ingredient sourcing, promoting millets and indigenous grains aligned with global sustainability goals.
Emotional Connection: Brar describes this evolution as a love letter to Dubai, where his brand has grown alongside the city. Kissaghar reflects his personal journey and expanding culinary vision.
Kashkan Kissaghar positions itself as an immersive space that balances tradition and innovation, craftsmanship and modernity, making modern Indian dining a more mindful, soulful, and memorable experience.
Sources: Gulf News, Restaurant India, Nomme Magazine.