Interior designers and chefs came together at Palate by Design, hosted by Signature Estates by Signature One Developers, to create a unique dining experience. The event featured collaborations between designers Sarah Choudhary and Chef Niyati Rao, and Abin Chaudhri and Chef Nooresha Kably.
Sarah Choudhary’s design for Ekka, paired with Chef Niyati Rao’s farm-to-table cuisine, focused on contrast and subtlety. “The walls, floors and ceilings are bare, which contrasts with the crystals and chandeliers,” Sarah explained. “We wanted to create an experience that doesnโt overpower the food but acts as a subtle backdrop.”
The menu featured a seven-course experience, with Chef Niyati Rao’s favourite being Tomato Tomato, a dish with seven varieties of tomato and a rare kokum dressing.
Abin Chaudhri’s design for Chef Nooresha Kably’s Japanese-inspired restaurant leaned towards classic minimalism. “Lighting became key,” Abin said. “Japanese spaces are usually intimate and subdued.”
Chef Nooresha Kably curated dishes across categories typically found at Izumi restaurants, including small plates and seafood.
