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Hason
Raja, Holborn's renowned Indian and Bangladeshi fine dining venue,
has hired a new chef and announced its new menu.
Chef Prasun Saha,
(39) brings with him a wealth of top level culinary experience that
is has fused into a unique and interesting dishes.
Saha trained in
Calcutta, working in 5-star establishments such as the Taj Hotel and
Mumbai's famous Only Fish restaurant. His seafood expertise is
evident from the diverse seafood offerings: Abadi King Prawn lightly
spiced starter with tartar sauce, Monk Fosh Tikka, Dumka Lobster,
Macher Jholl the traditional Bangladeshi fish curry, and Machli
Masala de-boned Tilapia fish cooked with onions, tomatoes, pepper and
coriander. Sea bass, salmon, red snapper, scallops and squid also
feature on an eclectic menu of modern and traditional dishes.
"It's the
fusion of complimentary elements from distinct international cooking
styles which motives me the creation of exclusive is what gives a
restaurant its own personality," said Prasun Saha,
adding," Too many Indian restaurants serve up me-too dishes
and produce to a price rather than a standard."
Before moving to
London, Prasun also worked in top Chinese and pan-oriental
restaurants in Gujarat and gourmet diners will be able to detect
subtle Indo-Chinese influences in some of his cooking.
Signature
Bangladeshi dishes include Shathkora Mangsho, a traditional dish of
diced lamb shank cooked with wild Bangladeshi lemons and unique
offerings include, the Tandoori Paslion rack of lamb and the Duck
Breast served in anis and saffron sauce.
The restaurant is
dedicated to the 19th century Bangladeshi feudal lord. A playboy in
his early life Hason Raja led a life full of drama, colour and
romance, before become an aesthete in later years, devoting himself
to writing poetry and music.
Established in
January 2003 restaurateur Rafu Miah, has put his 30 plus years'
industry experience into creating a first-rate fine dining
establishment, offering traditional and modern dishes with authentic
tastes and distinctive flavours in stylish, understated surroundings
with Italian furnishings and exemplary service.
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