Vivanta by Taj is part of the luxurious bandwagon that seems to be the upscale part of Goan culture. It is one of the most opulent and posh properties around the city and prides itself on being placed in a superb busy location as Panaji. The hotel enjoys a fabulous view and even fabulous gastronomy, especially if we mention their wonderful Pan Asian restaurant, ‘Tamari’. The name ‘Tamari’ means different thing to different cultures. For Chinese ‘Tamari’ means ‘little lotus’ while Japanese refer to it as ‘soy sauce’ and like the diversity in its name, Tamari itself has a lot to offer. Right in the heart of Panjim, the restaurant enjoys the exclusivity of being one of the handful few Pan Asian restaurants of the locality so it’s almost always full. It will be wise to make a prior booking if you crave for Pan Asian flavours.

Taj is always known for its grandeur and sophistication and with Tamari it’s no different. Every inch of Tamari exude elegance and refinement. The restaurant is created in a modern affluent style by going with the glossy wooden beams to play with in the décor. Under the pergola like structure, small formal tables are placed so you can sit comfortably for a relaxing meal. As you enter the establishment your eyes meet a long teppanyaki table where a party of six can enjoy a private one on one session with the chef. For a private party book their private dining area in advance to avoid non-availability. Interiors of Tamari is elegant, tasteful, stylish and welcoming. Its quiet ambience attracts many businessmen too who like to hold their negotiations in peace.

For those who adore Pan Asian fare, you cannot do better than Tamari whose menu is expensive but vast. You will be treated to Asian, Thai, Japanese and Chinese cuisines, prepared authentically. Start your meal with, sour & spicy Thai soup, crackling spinach, Hunan chilli fish, crispy honey chilli lotus steam, spicy lemon grass prawn, stir fried squid with basil, Hunan wonton soup, vegetable satay, lobster butter garlic, peppery lamb dim sum, phad phak and Shanghai prawns with spring onion. Move further by picking a bowl of noodles or rice to go with the gravies like, sliced fish in red hot Szechuan sauce, seasonal vegetables in lemon chilli sauce, kaeng ped, hawker style chilli crab, kung pao vegetables and peking duck. Their dessert section is amazing.