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How The Azulian House at The Leela Palace Brings Back Old Bangalore Charm
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Firstpost•15-10-2026, 17:52
How The Azulian House at The Leela Palace Brings Back Old Bangalore Charm
- •The Azulian House at The Leela Palace, Bengaluru, offers a nostalgic nod to Old Bangalore through its slow-living atmosphere and botanical-inspired design.
- •Created by Maia Design Studio, the restaurant features soaring 25-foot pastel ceilings, a 12-foot hand-laid stone mosaic table, and tributes to renowned botanists.
- •The beverage menu heavily features Tequila and Mezcal, incorporating garden-plucked botanicals and unique creations like the Tah Pisco Sour.
- •Chef Mir Zafar Ali leads the culinary programme with vibrant Peruvian influences, featuring ceviches, open-fire grills, and local ingredients with precise curing and charring.
- •The dining experience blends breathtaking interiors with world-class food and drinks, inviting guests to pause and experience the city's lost charm.
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The Azulian House is envisioned as the private sanctuary of an eccentric botanist, featuring soaring 25-foot pastel ceilings, a 12-foot hand-laid stone mosaic table, and architectural tributes to prominent botanists like MS Swaminathan.
The restaurant's aesthetic and layout were envisioned by Maia Design Studio, a local design firm that created a warm, residential undertone resembling classic Old Bangalore bungalows.
The venue features an ingredient-focussed beverage program headlined by Tequila and Mezcal with garden-plucked botanicals. The culinary menu, crafted by Chef Mir Zafar Ali, includes vibrant Peruvian influences, ceviches, open-fire grills, and a standout barley risotto.
