For all the Fodor's friends I've taken to Gaggan
Feb 14th, 2013, 04:09 AM
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For all the Fodor's friends I've taken to Gaggan
Feb 14th, 2013, 07:09 AM
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a "Pook Classic" for sure. we loved our evening there with you and Mony. he is such an engaging and inventive man, full of life, ensuring that any meal at Gaggan is a life experience.
While there are perhaps a few similar restaurants in the world, none can possibly measure up to Gaggan or to its genius chef/owner.
as patron #1, we salute you for introducing us to such a delicious and interesting experience.
Karen and I hope to be able to schedule another dinner there in November with you, and nicky and david.
While there are perhaps a few similar restaurants in the world, none can possibly measure up to Gaggan or to its genius chef/owner.
as patron #1, we salute you for introducing us to such a delicious and interesting experience.
Karen and I hope to be able to schedule another dinner there in November with you, and nicky and david.
Feb 14th, 2013, 11:19 AM
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Yep Le Manoir in Oxford... Simply to die for and I would have to think about number 3,:.. Gaggan would be number 2 normally I remember the experience and company first and then the food but as you know Gaggan is fabulous and we all love Pook for sharing that wonderful place with us.
Feb 14th, 2013, 02:30 PM
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Hey, speak for yourself. I don't love Pook.
I just adore him.
and his charming daughter as well. haven't met Mrs hanuman yet, but I'm sure she has the same charm as the rest of her family!
Thanks Pook for introducing all of us to Gaggan.
I just adore him.
and his charming daughter as well. haven't met Mrs hanuman yet, but I'm sure she has the same charm as the rest of her family!
Thanks Pook for introducing all of us to Gaggan.
Feb 17th, 2013, 12:49 AM
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Not sure exactly as I need to go back to South Korea in June. Depends on how long I'm there but most likely the month so may come via Bkk then or a separate trip July or August. Both if I can work it!
Enjoy tonight as I'm sure you will.
Enjoy tonight as I'm sure you will.
Oct 6th, 2013, 03:15 AM
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I'm planning to go there next January for our anniversary dinner, although I'm reading some disappointing reports on TA from diners who have gone before and found that the place has changed.
My inclination is to not pay that much attention to these reviews but I just wondered if there were any recent Gaggan diners here who might better be able to say whether it's changed for the worse in any way.
Should I make a reservation now for January? What recommended table/room should I request?
Thanks,
Paule
My inclination is to not pay that much attention to these reviews but I just wondered if there were any recent Gaggan diners here who might better be able to say whether it's changed for the worse in any way.
Should I make a reservation now for January? What recommended table/room should I request?
Thanks,
Paule
Oct 6th, 2013, 04:00 AM
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hanuman eats there regulary and he ate there just this last week and mentioned " yet another fantastic meal" I am sure he will chime in with his most up to date review.
I would book it. I cannot wait to go back in November for the 3 rd time and will be taking my BF for the first time. We I'll also be dining with Hanuman and Bob and Karen from this board.
I would book it. I cannot wait to go back in November for the 3 rd time and will be taking my BF for the first time. We I'll also be dining with Hanuman and Bob and Karen from this board.
Oct 6th, 2013, 05:21 AM
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Thanks, Smeagol,
Gaggan intrigues me and iI thought it would be fun for a special dinner. I do look forward to hearing about your dinner with fellow Fodorites as well as Hanuman's most recent impressions.
Paule
Gaggan intrigues me and iI thought it would be fun for a special dinner. I do look forward to hearing about your dinner with fellow Fodorites as well as Hanuman's most recent impressions.
Paule
Oct 6th, 2013, 05:50 AM
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As a "regular" diner at Gaggan I get very good treatments from all the staffs and owner. My most recent meals there were all cooked by Gaggan himself and I am constantly happily surprised by the results.
However, I am sure that some reviewers were genuinely disappointed but IMO we all have different taste in food and appreciation. From all the meals that I have had at Gaggan, I would say that it was only 1 time that I did not enjoy it. Apart from that one meal, all the Fodorites that I have taken there on numerous occasions, had enjoyed it.
To add to my review, the relatively new bartender / mixologist from Spain is brilliant! I had the red martini served in a tall glass with beads of red edible pearls on the side and wow!
The current tasting menu is good but do understand that this is progressive (fusion or nuvo Indian) food and not traditional Indian.
Enjoy!
However, I am sure that some reviewers were genuinely disappointed but IMO we all have different taste in food and appreciation. From all the meals that I have had at Gaggan, I would say that it was only 1 time that I did not enjoy it. Apart from that one meal, all the Fodorites that I have taken there on numerous occasions, had enjoyed it.
To add to my review, the relatively new bartender / mixologist from Spain is brilliant! I had the red martini served in a tall glass with beads of red edible pearls on the side and wow!
The current tasting menu is good but do understand that this is progressive (fusion or nuvo Indian) food and not traditional Indian.
Enjoy!
