Restaurants in Punjab are shaking up the dining scene with bold fusion menus. Traditional flavors are meeting global ingredients to create exciting new dishes that surprise and delight.
Shiso in Amritsar is bringing the Japanese concept of Omakase to the city. Diners trust the chef to curate a unique menu, blending Indian ingredients with oriental cuisine. Offerings like Bheja Appam and Malabar Gyoza redefine comfort food.
Owner Vansh Aggarwal aims to move beyond Indo-Chinese staples. His progressive menu introduces Malaysian, Vietnamese, and Japanese flavors with a local twist. Winning over Punjab’s love for rich, familiar food, however, takes time.
At The Lalit Chandigarh, Chef Ankur Sharma is pushing the boundaries of oriental fare. His revamped menu features creations like Salmon Pizza and Balinese Prawn Curry. He believes ingredient pairing and expertise create unforgettable flavors.
Meanwhile, Jalandhar’s Pho Mo is mixing Mexican and Japanese flavors with dishes like Maki Zushi Sushi Taco. Vidur Malhotra’s creative plates bring together sushi and crunchy taco shells, capturing social media buzz.
Fusion food is proving to be more than a trend—it’s changing the way Punjab eats. With chefs constantly innovating, the region’s dining culture is witnessing a fresh, flavorful transformation.