Suma, a new fine dining restaurant founded by Niketa Sharma and launched by S.P. Motles, has opened with a menu inspired by the historic India–Arabia trade routes. Blending North Indian comfort food with Middle Eastern spice traditions, Suma promises an immersive culinary and cultural experience in Delhi.
Inside the announcement
According to BW Hotelier and Restaurant India, Suma’s concept draws from the Grand Trunk Road and Arabian influences, creating a menu that fuses Mughlai grills, Turkish kebabs, shawarmas, hummus, and saffron-led delicacies. Chef Rahul leads the kitchen, emphasizing slow-cooked and coal-roasted traditions. The restaurant also features Madhushala, a cocktail program highlighting ingredient-forward creations, and hosts cultural evenings with qawwali and Sufi performances.
Notable updates
• Concept: Inspired by India–Arabia trade routes and the Grand Trunk Road
• Menu highlights: Shawarmas with seekh kebabs, hummus with smoked aubergine, Mughlai grills, biryanis, Palak Patta Chaat, Morabadi Dal, Raat ki Beli Kebab
• Culinary style: Slow-cooked, coal-roasted traditions led by Chef Rahul
• Design: Mediterranean warmth blended with Victorian detail by Design Alma Studio
• Cultural element: Qawwali and Sufi nights transform dining into a cultural mehfil
• Bar program: Madhushala offers innovative cocktails rooted in regional ingredients
Major takeaway
Suma positions itself as more than a restaurant—it is a cultural journey that unites food, design, and performance. By blending Indian and Arabian influences, it creates a distinctive fine dining experience that celebrates history while appealing to modern sensibilities.
Sources: BW Hotelier Restaurant India