Authentic
Indian Adventure at Spice Affair
To
spend an entire day in a dI genuinely envy people who
live in the hip neighborhoods surrounding Beverly Hills due
to their easy access for dining in some of the most interesting
and authentic close to home destinations. I am always willing
to drive a long distance for an amazing meal, but think it would
be so nice to just walk to them.
Spice Affair Beverly Hills Entrance
My
recent foodie journey to discover world flavors took me to a
magical Indian respite named Spice Affair on La Cienega Boulevard
at Beverly Hills, on the former site of Gaylords of India, where
the talented owners have designed a chic new dining venue with
an ambiance that is elegant, yet entirely comfortable. The dining
room overflows with warm colors, wistful fabrics, tasteful art
and glimering candles. The bar at the right upon entering is
a popular gathering place for pre-dinner cocktails, and live
music performances on weekends, offering patrons the perfect
touch for a memorable evening.
Co-Owners Puneet Chandak & Sonia Batra
Spice
Affair has created a restaurant with sophisticated ambiance,
and also has beautiful rooms for large company or family gathering
and banquets. The authentic flavors and tastes are so spot on,
and will excite any real Indian food lover. Surely, after a
meal at this Indian beautiful destination you may be dreaming
about riding an elephant through the streets of Mumbi.
Indian Heat Margarita, Mumbi Mule, Angelica Cocktail
The
bar mixologist Jeremiah Caleb has created a very original cocktail
menu, including one called Angelina after his wife. These sensational
sips provide healthy, exciting, innovative cocktails, and the
recipes are guarded secrets of Spice Affair.
A few we sampled included Mumbi Mule, Coconut Lustre, and Indian
Heat Margarita. Appetizers can be enjoyed at the bar with these
light and lovely liquid starters. The wine and beer list at
Spice Affair has been designed to pair perfectly with their
menu items.
Spice Affair Butter Chicken
Dinner
here is so challenging due to the numerous outstanding menu
items. From starters to main courses, salads, soups and divine
desserts it's really a different food preparation and presentation
than I have experienced. Spice Affair's Butter Chicken melts
in your mouth and will bring you back to Spice Affair for more.
The mushroom capuccino and tomato with carrot shorba soups are
outstanding as well.
Mushroon Cappiccino & Tomato Carrot Soup
Appetizers
include Northie Lamb Bliss, Spinach veiled with Pine Nuts and
Fresh Cheese, Chickpea and Caramelized Walnut patties, Black
Pepper Shrimp South Indian Style, Salmon with extra virgin olive
oil, Duck and Date Mélange on crisp Papdi bread, Indian
Spiced Lamb and Flash Grilled Sea Bass with turmeric, an unforgettable
preparation and presentation of sea bass. Their chef uses tandoor
ovens and grills to prepare many items, which are served with
several varieties of delicious naan. The side dishes inlcluding
dum dum & wah wah mushrooms, and salads are fresh and unique,
and the desserts are sexy to look at and sweet to savor along
with a lovely cup of chai tea for a sinful finish to a perfect
Indian inspired evening. Visit: www.Spice-Affair.com.
SPICE
AFFAIR
50 N La Cienega Boulevard. Suite 120.
Beverly Hills, California 90211.
t: (310) 400-6800
e: info@spice-affair.com
Private Events Contact: events@spice-affair.com
www.Spice-Affair.com
OPERATING
HOURS
Lunch: Monday - Friday 11:30AM to 2:30PM
Dinner: Sunday - Thursday 5PM to 10PM
Dinner: Friday, Saturday 5PM to 11PM
Buffet Brunch: Saturday, Sunday 11:30AM to 3PM
Happy Hour: 4:30PM to 7PM Everyday
By Bonnie Carroll
http://www.lifebitesnews.com