MASQUE

During our time in Mumbai, we had the chance to meet some incredibly inspiring people who are shaping the future of Indian hospitality and dining. Among them were Aditi and Aditya Dugar, who welcomed us so warmly and introduced us to their world — a world built around creativity, culture, ingredients, storytelling and defining Indian luxury!

When we arrived in Mumbai, our very first lunch was at Aditi and Aditya’s home, where Aditi cooked us the most incredible vegetarian Indian meal. It was generous, comforting, full of flavor, and immediately showed us the warmth and hospitality that would define the rest of our trip.

One of the highlighs was spending an evening at Masque, their restaurant that has become one of the most celebrated dining destinations in India and sitting number 15 on Asia’s 50 best. Hidden inside a restored mill space, Masque feels both industrial and intimate — thoughtful, elegant, and deeply connected to India’s landscapes and ingredients.

Together with Chef Varun Totlani, they’ve built something truly unique. Every course felt rooted in Indian traditions and ingredients, while still being creative, refined, and completely contemporary.

And then there was Bar Paradox just nextdoor— another beautiful concept with a different energy: dark, cinematic, playful, and incredibly creative. The cocktails and food carried the same sense of storytelling, precision, and personality.

What stayed with me most in Mumbai was meeting people like this — passionate, generous, and full of vision for what modern Indian hospitality can become.

An unforgettable experience and unforgettable people that we will surely meet again soon. Less