Two-time Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar has opened his new restaurant in the old town of Beaconsfield this week.
The well-known chef will bring his Indian cuisine to the restaurant named Riwaz – meaning ‘tradition’ – at the former Zizzi site on Aylesbury End
Inspired by Kochhar's experiences growing up in different parts of India such as Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab among many other regions.
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The Michelin chef already runs a handful of restaurants in Bucks including Vassu and the recently refurbished Sindhu at the Compleat Angler Hotel, both in Marlow
He also runs Hawkyns at The Crown Inn in Amersham.
Atul Kochhar said: “Now that our Industry has re-opened, it's a prime time to explore new opportunities, and it's in the Chiltern Hills' pretty town of Beaconsfield that we're opening this new gourmet destination.
"Our intention is to make Riwaz the place to go for an exhilarating Indian meal that is adventurous and yet remains true to tradition.
"At Riwaz, we will follow tradition but also remember that traditions get upgraded with time.
"The team can't wait for the doors to fly open in Buckinghamshire.”
Almost 30 years have passed since the TV chef moved to the UK with Kochhar achieving his first Michelin star in 2001, making him one of the first Indian chefs to receive the honour.
He continued: “ After almost three decades here, my traditions have embraced ingredients, habits, practices and of course, traditions of the land as well.
"So, my cooking will be a nod to British Indian traditions – and I am proud of it.
The menu will feature dishes created and cooked by Kochhar's grandmother.
The chef added: “Riwaz celebrates the rustic beauty and charm that I remember from a young age and that are typical of many Indian regions.
"There are dishes I am especially excited to prepare for the first time – like Hare Masale Ki Machhi (a Parsi fish dish of john dory with spinach crisps and Neelgiri korma); Rogan Boti (from northern India, a plate of Lake District lamb rump with classic Rogan gravy); and Hiran Ka Keema Salli (using local ingredients, an iconic meal of New Forest Muntjac keema masala with crisp potatoes).”
Riwaz will initially open from Wednesday to Sunday with a set lunch menu and the Jugalbandi for two to share at £35 per person.
It includes a spiced potato appetiser of Dilli Ki Aloo Kachloo Chaat and Malai Chandi Tikka grilled supreme of chicken.
In the evening, the a la carte menu, which averages £60 per head, offers time-honoured starters such as Chowk Ki Bhalla Papri Chaat - yoghurt with crisp poori and lentil dumplings with date, served with tamarind, yoghurt and mint chutney.
There will also be characteristic main courses such as Kali Mirch Aur Adraki Jungli Murg - guinea fowl curry with ginger and black pepper, along with classic vegetables, rice, breads and accompaniments.
A seven-course tasting menu will be available in the evening from Sunday to Thursday, priced at £65.
Highlights include Jalpari of Tandoor seared Scottish scallops with lentil salad and spiced broccoli puree, and Malai Chandi Tikka grilled chicken in a cream marinade with silver leaf and bull’s blood leaf salad.
Riwaz will open from 12pm to 2.15 for lunch and 5pm to 10pm for the A La Carte Menu.
Meanwhile, Sundays will be open from 12pm to 3pm, and then 6pm to 10pm for dinner.
The Bucks Free Press will be trying out Riwaz very soon and will bring you our verdict.
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