Food snobs have always preferred dining at the expert hands of culinary masters then try the untapped and fairly new. If all it takes is the name of a gastronomic legend to draw you in then you can’t do better than ‘Antares’ in Goa. Perched on a sloping hill in Vagator, overlooking an awesome view of the sea, Antares rests magnificently on the edge attracting the attention of even of those floating on the waves from afar like a beacon of light. If your intention is to soak up some setting sun and enjoy the crisp sea breeze with few drinks then Antares is your port of call. Shake off the beach from your clothes and bring yourself to this charming suspended restaurant to have a relaxing time surrounded by good food and sensual ambience.

Antares earns its superb reputation by being helmed by Masterchef Australia finalist, Sarah Todd, who brings her culinary genius to the menu. The restaurant is the brainchild of Ashish Dev Kapur and Chef Sarah Todd and works beautifully with the natural splendor of Goa. Its menu, which is mainly Australian boasts mostly of excellent seafood preparations and is paired off by equally fantastic bar spread. The chef brings her culinary sophistication to every part of the menu. Without being snobbish, the menu exudes a sense of warmth and originality. With Antares Pani Puri tackle the appetizers like, beef skewers, cabbage & coconut chutney bao, glazed bbq pork ribs, field mushroom tacos, kingfish croquettes and chicken cafreal bao. Large plates boasts of, mussel hot pot, pumpkin & tofu red curry, roasted quail, prosciutto pizza, beef stroganoff and rawas grilled in a banana leaf.

Food is inventive and screams culinary finesse. Unusual combinations used in throughout the menu surprises you and tempts you to try them. Kids get their own special menu. For desserts Chef Todd whips up her famous Masterchef iced nougat, petit gateau with whisky sauce, deconstructed banofee pie, dark chocolate brownie with butterscotch ice-cream and rosemary pannacotta with rose & green tea raspberry granite. Antares organizes live music nights every Thursday. Antares is given the look of a glamourized beach shed through bamboo roof, jute lanterns, fine cane furniture, moorahs and barrels. The unbarred view of the sea beyond swaying palms elevates your dining experience. Dining space flows onto multiple levels, in case you want some privacy. It’s a good place to chill out with friends over beer and seafood without being too expensive.