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Spreading Indian cuisine and culture Indian cuisine is well known for the wide variety of dishes, depending on region and religion, and use of herbs and spices. Kaavya Cuisine is not only promoting the delicious Indian flavours in Vaasa, but also a taste of the vibrant culture. By Malin Norman | Photos: Kaavya Cuisine
Kaavya Cuisine opened its doors at the beginning of 2012 as the only Indian restaurant in the city centre of Vaasa on Finland’s west coast. The food of India is widely appreciated for its tasty curries and spices, and is also a great option for vegetarians. Keeping true to this rich culinary tradition, the menu at Kaavya Cuisine is authentically Indian and carefully prepared, with a variety of the most popular dishes from the country’s five regions, made according to typical cooking styles and with different degrees of spiciness. “We serve hot and spicy food as well as some milder dishes,” says owner Sabin Rana. “There is something for every palate.” Most popular with Kaavya Cuisine’s customers are the aromatic mixed rice dish, Biryani; the Tandoori chicken, marinated in yogurt and spices; and the fritter snack, Pakora, made with for example onion, eggplant, potato, cauliflower and chili peppers. Other big favourites on the menu include the 32 | Issue 91 | August 2016
classic butter chicken, the traditional yogurt-based drink, Lassi, and the ovenbaked soft flatbread called Naan, which is often served with curries and soups. According to reviews in local newspapers and on TripAdvisor, the restaurant offers a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere, which is also ideal for family dinners with a dedicated kids’ corner. The friendly English-speaking staff serve a menu of delicious and filling authentic Indian dishes and exciting combinations of spices such as garlic, ginger and curries. Comments from customers include everything from “food over here awakens your taste buds” to “as close as you can get to Indian food in Finland” and the short but descriptive “yum yum!” In addition to its tasty lunch and dinner options, Kaavya Cuisine also hosts private parties and cultural events such as traditional dance performances from India and Nepal.
Opening hours: Monday-Thursday: 11am to 10pm Friday-Saturday: 11am to 11pm Sunday: 12pm to 8pm Address: Vaasanpuistikko 17, 65100 Vaasa, Finland
For more information, please visit: www.kaavyacuisine.com facebook.com/Kaavyacuisinevaasa