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Atul Kochhar

Atul Kochhar is the pioneering twice Michelin-starred chef from Jamshedpur in India, who has changed the way people perceive and experience Indian cuisine in the UK.
Atul Kochhar is the pioneering twice Michelin-starred chef from Jamshedpur in India, who has changed the way people perceive and experience Indian cuisine in the UK.

From leaving his role at The Oberoi Hotel Group in India to move to the UK in 1994, Atul has been at the forefront of the culinary industry for over 25 years.

Taking inspiration from his native India, Atul has continued to invest in researching regional dishes; his award-winning cooking a unique melting pot of traditional culinary techniques, the very best spices and ingredients from India combined with the best of British.

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FIND OUT ABOUT THE LATEST UPCOMING EVENTS.

Weekend Brunch at Kanishka
Every Saturday and Sunday
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Taste of Kolkata at Vaasu
4th December 2025
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Aji Akokomi at Kanishka
Four Hands Dinner – 24th March 2026
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Asimakis Chaniotis at Kanishka
Four Hands Dinner – 13th May 2026
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Festive Dining at Atul Kochhar Restaurants

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Christmas is coming up at Essence!
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Curry Everyday

PURCHASE ONE OF ATUL KOCHHAR’S COOKERY BOOKS TO RECREATE HIS EXQUISITE INDIAN CUISINE AT YOUR OWN PACE.
PURCHASE ONE OF ATUL KOCHHAR’S COOKERY BOOKS TO RECREATE HIS EXQUISITE INDIAN CUISINE AT YOUR OWN PACE.

Curry is the nation’s favourite dish, but too often it can seem daunting to attempt at home.

In his latest book Curry Everyday, twice Michelin-starred chef and BBC Saturday Kitchen and ITV James Martin Saturday Morning favourite, Atul Kochhar shows readers how to create simple curries in their own homes, transforming boring weeknight dinners.

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Atul Kochhar

ATUL KOCHHAR’S GROWING RESTAURANT GROUP INVITES UK DINERS ON A JOURNEY OF INDIAN GASTRONOMICAL DISCOVERY.
ATUL KOCHHAR’S GROWING RESTAURANT GROUP INVITES UK DINERS ON A JOURNEY OF INDIAN GASTRONOMICAL DISCOVERY.

In addition to Indian Essence in Petts Wood, Atul Kochhar Restaurant Group operates Sindhu at The Compleat Angler and Vaasu on Chapel St, both in Marlow, along with Hawkyns at The Crown Inn in Amersham.

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Essence - Essence at The Pantiles by Atul Kochhar, located in historic colonnades of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, Indian fine dining experience.
Riwaz - Riwaz by Atul Kochhar Restaurant Best Indian Vegan Vegetarian United Kingdom UK, Beaconsfield, Royal Tunbridge Wells
Vaasu - Vaasu by Atul Kochhar Restaurant Marlow Buckinghamshire
Sindhu - Sindhu by Atul Kochhar restaurant Marlow best Indian vegan vegetarian
Masalchi - Restaurant Wembley Masalchi by Atul Kochhar with a Pan-Indian menu of healthy and hearty dishes discovered at provincial markets.
Indian Essence - Restaurant Petts Wood, Indian Essence showcases the charm of traditional Indian cooking with Atul Kochhar’s inventive modern touches.
Kanishka - Kanishka by Atul Kochhar in Maddox Street Mayfair, Indian Restaurant, one of the Best modern Indian fine dining restaurants in London.
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Michelin Guide 2023 In addition to Indian Essence, Atul Kochhar Restaurant Group operates Sindhu and Vaasu, both in Marlow and In addition to Indian Essence, Atul Kochhar Restaurant Group operates Sindhu and Vaasu, both in Marlow and In addition to Indian Essence, Atul Kochhar Restaurant Group operates Sindhu and Vaasu, both in Marlow and