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Royal China opens in Bandra, Mumbai

Royal China, one of the finest restaurants in Mumbai for Chinese cuisine, now opens at Turner Road, Mumbai. Royal China at Bandra is a joint venture between restauranteurs Phiroze and Neville Vazifdar and established interior designer Mustafa Eisa.

Mustafa Eisa whose company "Dolce Vita Restaurants" owned and operated China White (at the same location) has entered into a JV with the Vazifdars for them to operate the property as "Royal China". Mustafa will continue his role in his role as the owner and "Royal China" will handle the management and operations.

Royal China was first started at Fort, Mumbai by the Vazifdars in 2003 with Ricky Au of Royal China London as its technical consultant. Royal China sets new standards in Chinese cuisine with its vast list of specialities. The chefs have been brought down from Hong Kong and, London. The restaurant features a very strong backend with a separate dim sum kitchen.

The interiors of Royal China have been designed and executed by Talati & Panthaky giving both the outlets in Mumbai a beautiful look that combines contemporary modern design forms with an Oriental spirit.

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'Diva Maharashtracha', a true authentic restobar that will serve exquisite Marathi cuisine from all the regions and cultures as also exotic delicacies of different communities. Master chef, Deepa Awchat, has put in two years of research in preparing the delicacies from the variety of food from all over the state, also involving experts in the field and deliberations with the Maharashtrian food lovers. 'Diva Maharashtracha' will showcase Marathi culture with live Marathi music and folk dances taking you into the world of Maharashtrians, an ambience of grand Peshwa Wada (Palace) which you will enjoy and cherish. 'Diva Maharashtra" is supported by MTDC - Government of Maharashtra and is the first ISO certified Marathi restrobar in the world.