There’s a chef on a mission to redefine Indian cuisine at the highest level.
His name is Sachin Poojary.
And his restaurant, Inddee in Bangkok, holds two Michelin stars.
And today, we’re here to see what modern Indian cuisine actually tastes like.
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Some of the best plating I've seen in your videos
I am Indian and a fan of alex, but let me tell you, the DNA of each states mention in the menu was missing! I can go to an extent of saying there hardly anything indian about the food shared. Selection of wine was interesting though!
The desserts were stunning!
Why foie gras at an indian restaurant? Indian food means naan, pakora, masala, daal, paneer etc. I love indian food!❤
I don't think so! India the most dirty and unhygenic country in the world. It's people are most dirty and careless about hygiene!
Indian food not in India is disappointing. presentation was nice but the dishes looked underwhelming and none stayed true to the region. Caviar, foie gras in Indian cuisine is blasphemy. Take one popular dish from each region, stick to the flavors and ingredients and present it the way you want to.
I definitely come if u invite me ❤
ive been there. Great restaurant. But half or more of their dishes have nothing to do with indian cuisine. You dont go to a french restaurant and get fish from japan. it just doesnt make sense to call it indian cuisine
It feels more Japanese than Indian
I love Indian food, but this iteration of it didn't look very tempting. The wine pairing on the other hand was far more imaginative than in many Michelin starred places.
where's all the cow dung
Hello Alex. As a namesake I might have a weird question in your realm. I'm certainly not really poor nor wealthy by any means, but lack willingness in spending lots of money in drinks, as I'm a trained carpenter in the middle class. In the world of Krug's I was wondering if there was any great "budget" wine you could recommend. My best analogy would certainly be Einhell, Parkside or cheap Makita Tools… you know… very hit or miss price points, but known for a "hit".
I'm a lover of good food and drinks and my benchmark would be Karr's whines (which I know personally due too rehab/treatments from my brother and their daughter), who you probably dont know 😅
I would definitely prefer a traditional Indian restaurant!
I understand the financial reasons for memberships, but now, instead of excitement when I see a new video from Alexander The Guest, I have to glance at the captions to determine if it's a "Members Only" video. I can't be the only one who is disappointed by this development. You may think $10 is but a pittance, but if the couple hundred content creators, on YouTube alone, all wanted remuneration from individuals, how anyone is going to drop a couple thousand dollars per month for this alone, feels absurd. Now I have to consider abandoning that sense of wow, and move this channel to the back burner as there is some likelihood that the best content will be offered to those paying premiums.
i like the way his apron buttons onto his shirt that's cool
I would love to see you review Liath, a 1 star Michelin restaurant with seating for 19, situated in Blackrock, Co Dublin, Ireland. Check it out.
First time there is not a single dish I find appealing.
Next level presentation. Those desserts were worthy of hanging in the Louvre!
I know this recommendation may get lost in all the others, but Quebec has just been added the michelin guide and we have a lot of dishes really specific to our culture. “La Taverne3” has hust been added with 2 michelin stars and it would be an honor to have you visit our beautiful city where you can also find the legendary “Chateau Frontenac” wich also serves as a high class hotel for presidents and royalty. All of you have a great day🙃
I have to say I wasn’t finding the “Indian” here. The plating was interesting but the ingredients and techniques did not feel grounded in Indian cuisine. I mean… we’re using yuzu and foie gras? Really?
Okay no offense, but as a Desi Gujarati Indian man, I would never go to Michelin Star restaurant to eat India food. Of course I cannot afford it been the main reason 😂 but also I grew up eating my mother's hands delicious food & street food here in Andheri-Mumbai.
It seems like a unique experience but I can guess the taste by just looking at those dishes. They might taste fantastic but my taste buds along with a Billion Indians taste buds would not be satisfied in a Michelin Star Restaurant, our taste buds will get satisfied in street food & home cooked meals.
For many Indians, Luxury is overrated but Desi habits are in the heart.
You should seriously try Street Food & Dhaba Food versions of those dishes & compare those with Michelin Star restaurant. I bet you the Street & Dhaba's will win
You root for establishments and people, and it shows.
Does anybody knows the name of the painting of 15:43?
Im surprise as a viewer that viewers recommended this restaurant
South Africa !
I dined at the Indian restaurant in Dubai that you had in another video, and I think I'd like this one as well. But as a non-drinker I assume they have a non-alcoholic drink pairing as well. I also happen to be in London on the 21st, but clearly a champaign dinner wouldn't work for me.
wowww
As a chef I love it when other chefs do a modern take on a cuisine, I do this with Indonesian, they do it with Indian, love to see it! Authenticity mixed with the new. No boundaries, but it still makes sense. The elegance of fine dining and the appeal of street food all in one.
Never, ever.
I don't know if he ate at Indee before or after his trip to Peru.
But you could tell within the first two minutes that it wasn't going to be anything special and would end up being pretty ordinary.
I'm also surprised he came here.
I wish he'd gone to Gaggan again.
Very interesting dishes with creative plating. An overwhelming list of unfamiliar ingredients. However, it made me crave a simple lamb curry with garlic naan.
You have to come to India!!
Patra is a mild tasting food as it is. So its not wrong to be flat. It would be like saying the wheat crackers were flat.
if you do taste with alexander in nyc id be there!!
I so appreciate this program. As a passionate home cook, I taste the dishes in my mind ; and I feel I have a little bit of what the host is experiencing. I am grateful.
It is insane to me how something to stinky can come out to be so elegant.
The last dessert made my jaw drop, really beautiful craftsmanship!
Why He is speaking different in the Studio compared to speaking to the waiter?
im so tired of people doing fusion or french based indian cooking, indian cusine is so powerful on its own. doesnt need some silly fusion gimmick (even if done well)
I have to agree with Alexander that I too associate big bold spice flavors with Indian cuisine, so my expectations would be looking for those bold flavor combos. However, that is not to say that delicate flavors delivered to the palate that draw out an exquisite taste on the tongue would bring a memorable pleasure. But boring flavors would be a sad thing in a Michelin starred restaurant. The dishes shown were very beautiful and thoughtfully presented. I hope this restaurant continues to grow in its creativity and memorable flavors.
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Gaggan 2.0
I think this is the most critical I've ever seen Alex. I think he's a really nice guy and tried to be generous, but you can tell he's not that into it.
This was the second time I have watched this, I didn't feel as though you liked this. Or at least wowed like I have seen you at other 2* places.