Inday: Fast-Casual Indian Food Inspired by Family Recipes in NYC
Eyewitness News ABC7NYJune 5, 20253 min1,739 views
14 connectionsΒ·18 entities in this videoβInday: A Fast-Casual Indian Concept
- π‘ Inday is an Indian-American fast-casual restaurant with several locations across New York City.
- π― The concept is inspired by the culture and home-cooked meals of the founder's family.
Family Recipes and Culinary Inspiration
- π§ Founder Bashi Ratnam rediscovered his mother's cooking and Bengali recipes, translating them into a modern menu.
- π₯ Dishes are inspired by traditional Indian home cooking, distinct from typical Indian restaurant fare in America.
Signature Dishes and Flavors
- π² Kithari is a quinoa and moon dal-based dish, a personal family recipe.
- πΆοΈ The Chicken Tikka Masala is a lighter, brighter, and fresher take, topped with hot honey and crispy onions.
- π The popular Golden Chicken Curry is made in-house with coconut milk, turmeric, and curry leaf.
- π The Karma Bowl offers a combination of saag paneer, chickpea curry, and yellow dal, inspired by Indian buffet favorites.
The Philosophy of Good Karma
- β¨ Good karma at Inday means starting the day with the understanding that you control its unfolding.
- β€οΈ This philosophy is reflected in the love and intent put into ingredient preparation and the finished product.
Personal Connection and Gratitude
- π The founder expresses gratitude for the opportunity to connect with his heritage through food and share it with others.
- π¬ He reflects on how his mother's elaborate meals were expressions of love.
Inday Locations
- π Inday currently has seven locations across New York City.
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