FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD

from Northern Living magazine/Issue 180/July 2023

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BY JOE GRAY

Tamarind Modern Indian in Mawson Lakes is the latest offering from chef Jwala Singh, known for his award-winning Cinnamon Club in Norwood, a go-to for serious curry lovers, Indian family get-togethers, fine diners and locals alike. With arguably the best lakeside position on Mawson Lakes Boulevard and that kind of pedigree, I had to check out Tamarind for myself, and I wasn’t disappointed.

Fish Amritsari was my starter. Bite-size pieces, delicately seasoned, crispy on the edges but succulent and juicy inside, with a fresh green chutney, and zesty radish and coriander

“kachumber” (like a punchy slaw) on the side.

It was perfectly matched by the seriously delicious freshly made alcohol-free Virgin Mojito from the drinks menu. Really impressive stuff.

Then along came the main course which absolutely floored me. The Sindhi Goat Curry was up there with the best of the best I’ve had in my many years eating curries, all around the world. It was sublime, with fresh garlic naan bread to mop up the thick, aromatic sauce, and plenty of tender meat falling off the bone, I was a happy eater.

For vegetarians the options are vast, apparently the paneer (cheese) mains are among the most popular on the menu with Indian diners.

This is not your standard suburban curry house, it has that extra zing, also reflected in the renovation and fit out, which is modern and fresh, but warm and comfortable. The service at Tamarind was perfect; professional, attentive and friendly, in fact I overheard a family at the next table talking about how impressed they were too. Really great vibes all round!

Tamarind Modern Indian are serving up world class modern Indian cuisine in Mawson Lakes at affordable prices, in beautiful surroundings, right on our doorstep.