young and trendy offspring, now ready to cater to contemporary tastes. With a desire to modernise its gourmet Indian dining experience, the team behind Awara has curated a new menu that includes a variety of Asian grilled tapas alongside the finely prepared classic curries the Mother City adores.
So, it’s all about keeping it in the family, and the owner, manager and chefs remain the same but the team now also includes talented new chefs who specialise in tapas. The superlative quality upon which Bukhara’s renown is based also remains the same. You can pronounce Awara with a V or W , as is your preference. No matter how you sound it, Awara’s exciting new sharing plates offer deliciousness in abundance.
In parallel to the menu makeover, Awara has also had an interior decor revamp. The previously open plan area has been transformed into a cosier space with more private seating options and a lounge area.“In Bukhara, we had orange walls and the whole space was filled with tables in an open-floor setup. For Awara, we’ve divided the restaurant into three sections: a large cocktail-esque lounge surrounded by decorative walls, the main dining area, and outdoor seating,” says Venter.