Rediscovering Edinburgh: A Culinary Exploration of Dishoom and Haldi

My recent visit to Edinburgh was both a stroll down memory lane and an opportunity to gain new insights.

- SUNDEEP BHUTORIA

As someone who appreciates the city’s rich history and vibrant culture, returning to this enchanting place always feels like a homecoming.

I have visited Edinburgh several times, but I have never been greeted with a “You’ll have had your tea.” Should this ever be the case, I will be happy to confirm it and maybe even share my last culinary experience in this charming city.

This time, my culinary adventures took center stage: I visited Dishoom and a relatively new Indian restaurant, Haldi. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, Dishoom is the go-to spot when it comes to satisfying a craving for authentic Bombay flavours. The delightful décor evokes the charm of old Iranian cafés and the menu features the very best of Indian street food with tantalizing names like Kejriwal, Bacon Naan Roll, Big Bombay and more. Dishoom is much more than just a restaurant; it takes you on a journey through countless gastronomic experiences through the ages. Each dish is a nostalgic tribute to India’s culinary heritage, tantalizing the taste buds time and again.

The long queues since 8am show that Dishoom has struck a chord with the Scots and has become one of the most popular Indian eateries in Edinburgh. Whether it’s taste, ambience or service, Dishoom has set the bar high for Indian cuisine in the city. If you have not experienced it yet, you are certainly missing out on a culinary gem.