Masque and Naar Make History on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants List
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Two Indian restaurants appear on the World's 50 Best Restaurants 2026 list, the first time this has happened, CNBC TV18 reported. The ranking is a widely followed guide to top dining around the world.
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Why it matters
The rankings bring global attention to two distinct approaches to Indian fine dining: Masque draws on seasonal ingredients from across India, while Naar builds its menus around Himalayan produce and cooking traditions.
What's next
The recognition could draw more international diners to Mumbai and Kasauli, giving travellers another reason to plan trips around India’s regional cuisines.
Key dates
- 2016: Chef Prateek Sadhu co-founds Masque in Mumbai.
- 2022: Sadhu leaves Masque, and Varun Totlani takes over as head chef. Sadhu goes on to establish Naar in Himachal Pradesh.
- 5 November 2026: The awards are announced in Lima, Peru. Masque debuts at No. 26, and Naar enters at No. 49 and wins the sustainability award.
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