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India.com
26-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
This Indian restaurant ranked 68th in the World's 50 Best Restaurants list; it's located in…, the name is…
A prestigious global culinary ranking recently revealed its much-anticipated list, spotlighting its brilliance worldwide. While top 50 spots were dominated by elite kitchens across Europe and South America, one Indian name quietly but confidently secured its place within the top 100. Without flashy promotion or extravagant gimmicks, this establishment's focus on innovation, rooted tradition, and flavor precision helped it earn global acclaim. Amid fierce international competition, this Indian restaurant carved out space on the world stage where only the finest dine. Mumbai's Renowned Food Establishment: Masque Here we are talking about Masque, Mumbai's top restaurant, which has achieved an impressive milestone by ranking 68th on the World's 50 Best Restaurants Extended List (positions 51–100), making it the sole Indian establishment to appear in the global rankings this year. Founded in 2016 by Prateek Sadhu and Aditi Dugar, Masque is famous for its hyper-seasonal 10-course tasting menus made from native Indian ingredients. Located in a renovated textile mill, the restaurant has consistently built a reputation for leading the way in modern Indian cuisine. After Chef Varun Totlani took charge of the kitchen following Sadhu's exit in 2022, Masque has continued to progress under the guidance of Dugar, a self-taught chef and entrepreneur. The Number One Spot Has Been Achieved By… This year, Maido, a renowned restaurant in Lima led by chef Mitsuharu 'Micha' Tsumura, tops the prestigious rankings. It is celebrated for its perfect combination of Japanese cooking methods and the rich variety of Peruvian ingredients, earning the title of The World's Best Restaurant 2025. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with the word 'Maido', a traditional Japanese greeting, before starting a culinary adventure that showcases the treasures of Peru's Amazon. Dishes like a pork jowl parcel with palm heart and sustainable paiche 'ham' demonstrate the restaurant's commitment to respecting local ecosystems while providing exceptional flavors. More About The List On June 19 in Turin, Italy, a grand ceremony revealed the 2025 list of top dining spots from 22 countries. This selection was made by a panel of 1,120 food industry experts globally. Since 2002, the World's 50 Best Restaurants has honored culinary excellence worldwide, with rankings based on the votes of 1,080 culinary experts from 27 regions. Each panelist, including food writers, critics, chefs, restaurateurs, and experienced gourmets, casts ten votes, creating a snapshot of outstanding dining locations and reflecting international food trends.
Indian Express
24-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
No Indian restaurant features on The World's 50 Best Restaurants list, but one makes it to the 68th position
Mumbai's acclaimed restaurant Masque has achieved a significant milestone by securing the 68th position on The World's 50 Best Restaurants Extended List for 2025, marking it as the only Indian restaurant to feature on the prestigious global ranking. No other Indian establishment made it to the top 50 list or the extended 51-100 rankings. The prestigious awards ceremony, held in Turin, Italy, celebrated culinary excellence worldwide. Masque's recognition at 68th position makes it arguably India's most forward-thinking restaurant, showcasing the country's fresh produce, extracting maximum flavour from local ingredients in a 10-course tasting menu served in a stylish former Mumbai textile mill. Peru's Maido, led by chef Mitsuharu 'Micha' Tsumura, claimed the coveted top spot in 2025. It was followed by Asador Etxebarri in Spain and Quintonil in Mexico City. The list also spotlighted culinary trailblazers beyond the realm of European fine dining, applauding their innovation and use of fresh local ingredients. Masque is an Indian restaurant in Mumbai, Maharashtra, founded by Prateek Sadhu and Aditi Dugar in 2016. With self-taught cook and entrepreneur Aditi Dugar at the helm, Masque has won a string of accolades since opening. After the departure of founding chef Prateek Sadhu in 2022, the culinary reins are now in the skilled hands of Varun Totlani. A post shared by In Your District MUM (@ The restaurant has earned recognition for its innovative approach to Indian cuisine. Under the current culinary direction of head chef Varun Totlani, the restaurant showcases India's diverse produce through modern techniques. Ingredient-focused creations feature dishes like lamb brain paniyaram and turmeric scampi, while the vegetarian menu highlights options such as sweet potato paniyaram and morel with gutti aloo. The World's 50 Best Restaurants has been celebrating global culinary excellence since 2002, with its rankings determined by a panel of 1,080 culinary experts across 27 voting regions worldwide. Each panelist, comprising food writers, critics, chefs, restaurateurs, and well-travelled gourmets, contributes ten votes to create what serves as both a snapshot of exceptional dining destinations and a barometer for international gastronomic trends. Masque's recognition on the global stage represents not just personal achievement for its team, but also signals the growing international appreciation for contemporary Indian cuisine that honours traditional ingredients while embracing innovative presentation and techniques.
