Is London The Top City In The World For This Cuisine? These Chefs Say Yes

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London hosts thousands of curry houses, but its Indian fine dining scene is rewriting expectations and prompting Michelin to rethink standards.

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London’s Indian fine dining is redefining the city’s curry narrative and challenging Michelin’s scope.

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London’s curry landscape

London offers thousands of curry houses, yet the rise of Indian fine dining is changing perceptions of the cuisine’s prestige and creativity.

Fine dining influence

Indian fine dining rooms in London are pushing boundaries, introducing modern techniques and nuanced flavor profiles that elevate the cuisine beyond traditional expectations.

Michelin and prestige

This evolving scene is prompting major dining guides to reassess how Indian cuisine is evaluated and rewarded.

Chef perspectives

Several chefs argue that London now stands at the forefront of modern Indian cuisine, blending authenticity with contemporary culinary innovation.

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Forbes — 2025-12-05