Dubai’s culinary scene continues to evolve with the launch of Lavang, a new fine-dining restaurant that combines Indian heritage with modern presentation.
Located in Downtown Dubai, Lavang is the latest venture by Diviya Kalra, daughter of veteran chef Ashok Kalra, a familiar name in the Gulf’s food industry.
Lavang restaurant in Downtown Dubai
Lavang builds on a culinary journey that began in 1985 when Chef Ashok Kalra founded Mughal Mahal in Kuwait after leaving behind a career in hotel kitchens.
The restaurant quickly became known for authentic Indian fine dining, and Lavang now aims to carry that legacy forward with a fresh perspective.
Diviya Kalra, who leads the concept and experience behind Lavang, blends traditional Indian flavors with contemporary design and technique. Her approach balances the familiar comfort of heritage dishes with modern culinary trends suited to today’s Dubai diners.
Dining with a story
Guests at Lavang can expect a carefully curated menu featuring layered flavors, fresh Indian spices, and elegant plating. From warm interiors to personalized service, the space is designed to create a sensory journey rooted in storytelling through food.
Diviya Kalra
“Lavang is about more than dining — it is about storytelling through flavors, memories crafted at the table, and a seamless fusion of heritage and modernity,” said Diviya Kalra, Founder of Lavang.
Lavang’s opening marks a new chapter in the Kalra family’s decades-long culinary legacy. With Chef Ashok contributing timeless recipes and Diviya shaping a modern dining experience, Lavang, the Indian restaurant in Downtown Dubai aims to serve both tradition and innovation on every plate.
Lavang’s menu
Lavang’s menu presents a sophisticated fusion of traditional Indian flavors and contemporary culinary artistry. Standout dishes include the Lobster Thermidor, featuring succulent lobster in a rich mustard malai sauce; the Mutton Rogan Josh, a tender mutton curry infused with aromatic Kashmiri spices; and the Butter Chicken Pasta, a creamy blend of classic butter chicken served with pasta.
Vegetarian options such as the Soya Chaap Trio offer marinated soya chaap in fenugreek, cashew, and tandoori flavors, while the Paneer Rogan Josh provides a vegetarian twist on the traditional mutton curry.
For those seeking lighter fare, the Malai Caesar Salad combines chicken malai tikka with a creamy Caesar dressing, and the Wild Sea salad features fresh seafood with greens and citrus dressing. Lavang also reimagines street food classics like Pani Puri and Jalebi Chaat, elevating them to fine dining experiences.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
