Japanese flavour and lively conversation filled the air at a culinary evening hosted by the Embassy of Japan in New Delhi to mark 75 years of India–Japan diplomatic relations. Welcoming guests, H.E. Keiichi Ono, Ambassador of Japan to India, highlighted the growing cultural bond, saying, “We are happy to see the rising interest in Japanese culture, especially food, in India and want to build on this strong relationship to create more opportunities for connection.”
Set in an atmosphere of refined warmth, the guest list featured figures including Chef Manisha Bhasin alongside her son Rishabh Bhasin and Chef Sabyasachi Gorai. Attendees were treated to a curated menu ranging from succulent duck, and chilled noodles topped with uni and abalone alongside eel and lotus root, finishing with a subtle matcha pudding topped with red bean paste and a dedicated counter featuring premium Japanese sake.
Michelin-starred Chef Takahashi Takuji, also an award-winning actor, shared his love for India saying, “I’m always looking for fresh inspiration, and returning to India for the third time only deepens my love for this country. Every visit brings something special, and this time I’ve been diving a bit deeper into the local cuisine.”