While the world of dining has constantly evolved, the restaurant has remained remarkably consistent, serving many of the dishes that made it famous.
After serving on the jury of the NDTV Food Awards 2026, a South Indian food chronicler wonders if a country as diverse as ours can evaluate culinary excellence through a single lens.
Located at The Leela Palace in Chanakyapuri, The Qube is known for its elegant glasshouse-style setting and its wide range of global cuisines.
Avartana built by a team that wanted to take South Indian cuisine beyond its usual identity and present it in a completely new light.
India's most celebrated chefs, restaurateurs, and food professionals gathered to collect their trophies, but it was what they said on the sidelines that really stayed.
"Long before food became a social media aesthetic, NDTV was already in the thick of it. Building not just a media legacy, but a movement."
Rocky Mohan summed it up perfectly on stage. Praising the restaurant, he said, "All I can say about Chor Bizarre is that it is very bizarre and fantastically well done," before ending with his signature line, "Maza Aa Gaya."
Sienna Kolkata won Best Indian Restaurant in the Modern category at the NDTV Food Awards 2026 held in New Delhi.
Karavalli's 36-year legacy of authentic coastal flavours earns it top honours at NDTV Food Awards 2026.
From global stages like Cannes to Davos, Chef Manu Chandra's journey culminates in a well-deserved Chef of the Year honour at NDTV Food Awards 2026.
Over the years, Seefah grew into one of Mumbai's favourite Asian restaurants, loved for its authentic dishes and warm hospitality.
A favourite among lovers of Japanese food, Izumi was recognised for bringing authentic Japanese flavours to India.
Paris My Love's focus on quality and tradition helped it emerge as a standout in India's bakery scene.
Baoshuan impressed the jury with its meticulous approach to authentic Chinese cuisine.
Since opening in Mumbai's Kala Ghoda neighbourhood in 2019, Americano has become one of the city's most sought-after dining destinations.
For Vikram and Seema Chandra, food is tied to travel, health, friendships, memories, and some of the most defining moments in NDTV's history.
A Colaba icon with a cult following, The Table's big win celebrates its evolution from neighbourhood gem to one of India's most coveted dining destinations.
Known for reimagining Indian flavours in exciting new ways, Chef Himanshu has become one of the most influential names in modern Indian gastronomy.
The biggest moments at the NDTV Food Awards 2026 came when Chef Kunal Kapur was honoured with the award for Outstanding Contribution to Indian Food.
A decade-long push for Naga cuisine sees Ethnic Table from Dimapur win big in the regional category at the NDTV Food Awards 2026.
The honour recognised her role in shaping Masque's celebrated hospitality and guest experience.
At the NDTV Food Awards 2026, seated in front of a beautiful tribute backdrop dedicated to the legendary chef Gulam Qureshi, Rocky sat down with NDTV for a warm, rapid-fire chat.
Known for its Kolkata-style biryani, mutton rezala, kebabs, and other Mughlai classics, Aminia has become a landmark in the city's food culture.
Mumbai's Papa's clinches the top honour, redefining modern Indian dining with a deeply personal, chef-led experience.
This year's winners reflected the creativity, enterprise, imagination and depth that have made India one of the most exciting food destinations in the world.
A trailblazer of Himalayan flavours, Doma Wang's inspiring journey was honoured with top restaurateur glory at NDTV Food Awards 2026.
NDTV Food Awards 2026: Here is the complete lowdown of the power-packed event that happened in Delhi.
In such a market, credible food awards led by experts cut through Instagram clutter to recognise and honour truly deserving culinary talent.
NDTV Food Awards winners will be unveiled on Monday, June 15, as the highly anticipated celebration of India's top culinary talent takes centre stage.
From outstanding restaurants and visionary restaurateurs to celebrated chefs and culinary pioneers, the NDTV Food Awards 2026 categories recognise excellence across India's vibrant food and hospitality industry.
The NDTV Food Awards 2026 will celebrate the finest restaurants, culinary innovators and industry leaders shaping India's vibrant food landscape. Here's everything you need to know about this year's categories, jury members and the grand awards ceremony.
From celebrated food critics and bestselling authors to chefs, historians and culinary storytellers, the jury of the NDTV Food Awards 2026 brings together some of the most respected voices in the food world.
