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SYDNEY’S FINEST AND MOST AUTHENTIC INDIAN RESTAURANT
Situated
on the waterfront of Sydney’s Darling Harbour, the elegant and
unique Zaaffran was established in 1998 with one simple aim ‘to serve
authentic, homestyle Indian cooking, just like Indian mums would make’.
Chef/Partner
Vikrant
Kapoor
says 'Indian Mums make nutritious dishes, with robust flavours and rustic
undertones. At Zaaffran we serve similar cuisine but we ensure that the
flavours are well-balanced and that the presentation is contemporary. We
believe that food should not only please the palate but also the eyes.'
Subsequently,
Zaaffran's mission took shape - to prove that Indian cuisine
can be as subtle and finely balanced as any of the world's greatest
cuisines.
Vikrant says 'We chose the name Zaaffran (meaning saffron), because it
is the world's most valuable spice. (Zaaffran may also be spelt as zafran, zaaffron, zaffron, zaafron, zafron, zaffran, zaafran). Our menu, which changes frequently,
does have some traditional favourites but our emphasis is on rare and
treasured recipes gleaned from royal households, not from commercial
kitchens.'
Since its inception in 1998, the award-winning
Zaaffran has been universally acclaimed as the Best Indian restaurant
in Sydney by food writers from all over the world.
WINNER OF BEST INDIAN RESTAURANT AWARD
Zaaffran has
won the Best Indian Restaurant in Sydney award 3 years in a row. Zaaffran has also been a finalist for the Best Indian Restaurant award for 7 years in succession.
STUNNING VIEWS
Located
on the shores of Sydney’s popular waterfront in the Harbourside Centre
in Darling Harbour, Zaaffran provides guests with a choice of dining
outside on the balcony al fresco, or inside, where the views are equally
as stunning.
NSW laws do not permit indoor smoking. Therefore, diners may smoke on the balcony only.
FINE DINING
Zaaffran’s authentic Indian menu makes fine dining affordable. Zaaffran’s menu
reflects Indian regional cuisine in all its diversity, whilst avoiding
stereotypical repetition of dishes.
"...good
news for Australians (who mistakenly believe) that all Indian meals end
with tongues on fire and eyes streaming with tears."
Sovereign Magazine (India)
“This is creative, modern Indian food by
cooks who treat the cuisine with reverence and respect. Head chef Vikrant
Kapoor was formerly chef de cuisine at the Tiffin Room in Singapore’s
illustrious Raffles Hotel, so you know standards are high. Even better, this
Indian restaurant comes with a view; a wide balcony has alfresco tables
overlooking a sweep of the Harbour. Inside, the dining room is slick and
modern, although the mood remains decidedly casual.”
Fiona Davies (www.sydney.citysearch.com.au)
THE FINEST FRESH SEAFOOD AND AUSTRALIA PRODUCE
Zaaffran’s kitchen utilises exotic Indian herbs and spices with
Australian produce and the freshest seafood.
"...every
single dish is a treat...authentic yes, but also innovative...homestyle
cooking, the kind our mothers and wives make...exotic flourishes...yet
never straying far from Indian tradition..."
Times of India, New Delhi - Vinod Advani
WINNING WINES AND GREAT SERVICE COMPLEMENT YOUR INDIAN FEAST
Most
diners are of the opinion that only beer goes well with Indian
cuisine. Zaaffran has boldly put this myth to rest. Wine
consultant Anders Josephson provides wines and gives friendly advice.
Our wine sommelier’s selections and recommendations
have won constant praise.
"...a
refined Indian dining experience that comes with the ambience,
the wine cellar and the service one would normally associate with a
fine French restaurant... a wide-ranging, impressive (wine) list
supported by good advice."
Sydney Morning Herald - Good Living
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