RESTAURANTS VAASU; HAWKYNS AND RIWAZ NOW SERVING TAKEAWAYS Three of Atul Kochhar’s restaurants in Buckinghamshire - Vaasu; Hawkyns and Riwaz are now serving takeaway options. Each of the respective restaurants’ various styles are reflected through the takeaway dishes, cooked in the kitchens of each establishment to the same high standards as those prepared in each restaurant. They’re thoughtfully packaged to ensure they’re in perfect condition when arriving at their final location. A selection of bundles is also offered to help customers recreate the restaurant experience in the comfort of their homes. Takeaways are ordered online via each website for collection only – but they will also be available via Deliveroo. Vaasu, Marlow Known for its delicious Pan-Indian food, Vaasu’s takeaway collection is available to collect from the restaurant, comprising a selection of highlights from the à la carte menu. Choose from the likes of Kashmiri chicken tikka marinated with fennel and saffron, finished in the clay oven for results impossible to achieve at home or Goan fish or prawn curry; braised lamb Parsi curry with sweet apricots, brown onion and coriander korma; and more. A selection of sweet treats is also offered, including crispy apple jalebi scented with cardamom and saffron, Atul’s special cheesy chocolate fondue, chocolate brownie with fresh berry salsa and vanilla cream, gulab jamun and rice pudding crowned with lemon jam and raspberry dust, www.vaasurestaurant.co.uk Hawkyns, Amersham A destination Indian restaurant in the picturesque town of Old Amersham, Hawkyn’s offers sensational cuisine to takeaway, available for collection. Here, the takeaway menu comprises a broad selection of highlights plus a concise drinks selection and set menus especially devised by chef Atul Kochhar. Set menu bundles include a meat bundle for two, a veg bundle for two and a vegan bundle for two, all featuring a generous selection of starters, mains, sides, breads and desserts. Expect the likes of butter chicken and railway lamb curry; paneer tikka masala and Bombay aloo; or vegetable jalfrezi and carrot and beans foogath, www.hawkynsrestaurant.co.uk Riwaz, Beaconsfield Celebrating the culinary history and traditions of India, Riwaz’s takeaway menu is available to collect from the restaurant. The menu features a broad selection of menu highlights, including tandoor-grilled king prawns in Ajwain, chilli, garlic and mustard oil; saag gosht with Welsh slow-cooked lamb; dum biryani with chicken, vegetables or lamb, and much more. Various set menu bundles are also available, including a meat bundle for two, a veg bundle for two and a vegan bundle for two, all featuring a generous selection of starters, mains, sides, breads and desserts, www.riwazrestaurants.co.uk UNITY PLACE IN MILTON KEYNES OPENS WITH A ROOFTOP BAR AND RESTAURANT September saw the opening of Unity Place – a multi-purpose destination in Milton Keynes bringing together community, business and leisure. The vibrant visitor attraction is home to Unity Sky Lounge, an expansive rooftop bar and restaurant. Boasting an al fresco terrace nestled amongst greenery and showcasing beautiful views of the city, the menu features the finest dishes and a selection of signature drinks, including seasonal cocktails and English wine. Unity Sky Lounge is a sophisticated evening venue with a menu of small plates designed for sharing, allowing diners to enjoy the fun yet relaxed ambience, making it the perfect place to catch up and unwind with friends, or celebrate late into the night for a special occasion. Drawing inspiration from British flavours, the menu showcases expertly crafted plates using only the finest ingredients. With an array of vegetarian, meat and fish dishes, highlights include Devon hand-picked crab salad with apple and cucumber; Isle of Wight tomatoes with olive oil, sourdough and salt; Braised Berkshire pork with tomatoes, red wine and honey and cured duck ham with asparagus and rapeseed emulsion. For those with a sweet tooth, Unity Sky Lounge will offer a selection of mouthwatering desserts including lemon posset with vanilla shortbread; torched peach with mango and tarragon and chocolate fondant with vanilla ice cream, roasted white chocolate and honeycomb. Guests can indulge in classic cocktails, all reimagined with a modern twist, or try something new with signature creations unique to Unity Sky Lounge. There’s ‘Sky High’ made with Pinkster gin, Cointreau grenadine, egg white waste from the kitchen and lime juice plus ‘Thyme For Gin’ created with local gin, lemon and thyme syrup from the kitchen waste plus lemon juice and soda. The entire menu prides itself on lowering waste without compromising on flavour. The non-alcoholic cocktails are not to be missed with a host of options from zesty citrus blends to botanical infusions such as ‘Cloudy Sky’ with Seedlip Grove 42, orange juice, grenadine, egg white waste from the kitchen and lime juice, and ‘Country Garden Spritz’ with Seedlip Garden, pea syrup made from kitchen waste and Mediterranean tonic. To find out more, visit www.unityplace.co.uk WHAT'S NEW? This new large resin sphere filled with preserved flowers from a wedding is a wonderful keepsake for after the big day. It's created by Buckinghamshire-based Sarah Ashleigh Designs - Sarah is currently expanding her business to include floristry, www.sarahashleighdesigns.com 10
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