The people behind Tamila in Hackney, Chef Prince Durairaj and Glen Leeson (both ex Roti King), are heading to Islington for their next opening - The Tamil Prince.
They're taking over what used to be The Cuckoo pub in the middle of Barnsbury and are transforming it into a pub showcasing South Asian cuisine, which they say is underrepresented in the area (as locals, we'd have to agree). On the menu, a combination of small and large plates, will be:
- Snacks including Crab Soup, Dhal Makhani, Okra Fries, Onion Bhaji
- Spiced Chicken Lollipop with a selection of chutneys
- Robata Lamb Chops
- Grilled King Prawns in a 24hr masala marinade
- Spicy Grilled Chicken with Mint Chutney
- King Prawn Moilee or Butter Chicken Masala, served with Roti or Coconut Pilau Rice.
On top of that, desserts include Gulab Jamun and Shrikhand - a sweet dish of strained yoghurt and Badam Kheer with almonds and saffron.
The cocktails should also be promising, coming from Simone Pugi (ex-Bar Termini) and featuring Indian spices and herbs, plus they'll have both British and Indian beers on offer.
All in all, this sounds like an extremely promising addition to Islington.
More about The Tamil Prince
Where is it? 115 Hemingford Road, London N1 1BZ
When does it open? 24 June 2022 (50% off food on the first day)
Find out more: Visit their website or follow them on Instagram @the_tamil_prince.
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