With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we’ve curated a selection of our favourite restaurants to make your celebration extra special. Whether you’re seeking a romantic dinner, a charming lunch, or a cozy spot with fantastic food and atmosphere, these handpicked venues are perfect for showing your love and appreciation for the one dear to you!
The award-winning Kahani, hidden gem, tucked away behind Cadogan Hall.
Kahani
Located in the heart of Chelsea, opposite the iconic Cadogan Hall, Kahani combines luxe, seductively lit interiors with a high-class, yet inclusive dining experience.
Kahani has the finest seasonal and traditional British ingredients brought to life with heady spices and culinary techniques associated with Indian cooking. The result is the very best in Indian food, with meals so delicious diners will want to share, creating a sense of communal eating which for centuries has been the hallmark of superior cuisine.
Ahead of Valentine’s Day Kahani, has created two special five-course menus for the occasion. Curated by renowned chef Peter Joseph, previously Head Chef at the Michelin-starred Tamarind, both the vegetarian and non-veg menus are priced at £100 per person, with an optional wine pairing for £75. Diners will also be welcomed with a glass of Rosé Champagne to set the mood for an unforgettable evening.
Why Kahani is Perfect for Valentine’s Day
Tucked away behind Cadogan Hall, Kahani feels like a hidden gem, located below street level for an intimate and romantic atmosphere. The restaurant’s cozy fireplace adds a warm and inviting touch, while the private dining room provides an exclusive space for couples seeking even more privacy. Plus, enjoy a pre- or post-dinner drink at Kahani’s beautiful bar.
Menu Highlights:
Vegetarian Menu
- Kataifi crust-stuffed morels with asparagus, pineapple, chilli, and pickled onions
- Organic cauliflower tandoori grilled with yellow tomato, lime leaves, and ajwain
- Malai paneer tikka with edamame mash and melon seed korma sauce
Non-Vegetarian Menu
- Rock lobster spice grilled with asparagus, pineapple, chilli, and pickled onions
- Stone bass tandoori grilled with yellow tomato, lime leaves, and ajwain
- Masala lamb rump smoked with edamame mash and Afghani lamb sauce
Since opening in 2018, the restaurant has become a beloved destination for contemporary Indian cuisine, earning recent accolades such as:
- ‘Best Restaurant of the Year 2024’ at the Curry Life Magazine Awards
- ‘Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year’ at the Asian Restaurant Awards
- Listings in the MICHELIN Guide 2024, Good Food Guide, and 2 AA Rosettes
Private Dining
Kahani’s exclusive, intimate, dining room can seat up to fourteen guests. Over-looking the elegantly appointed ground floor, this stunning room can be curtained off to ensure maximum privacy. Finished in luxurious, royal blue velvet, this the ultimate room for private dinners and business meetings.
The private dining room seats up to 14 guests and can be hired for intimate dinners and business meetings.
Address: 1 Wilbraham Place, London, SW1X 9AE MAP
Reservations – reservations@kahanilondon.com
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