The statement read, “While you’re working hard at the ‘rumor mill’, today at Bastian, we’re serving “The Real Tea.” Bandra was our beginning, and while that chapter closes, two new stories are waiting to be written. The Brand Steps Into a Next Era. Bastian Bandra, the flagship that started it, all bids adieu, the brand looks forward to opening new exciting new chapters in its culinary journey.”
“From mid-October, the iconic Bandra space will transform into Ammakai, a specialty South Indian restaurant. Meaning 'the mother’s hand’, Ammakai embodies comfort, warmth, and authenticity. Ammakai pays homage to the depth of South Indian culinary traditions, recipes seeped in heritage, enriched with regional flavours, and brought to life with the impeccable service and quality synonymous with the Bastian name,” it added.
“At the same time, Bastian is expanding its vibrant spirit to the shores of
This announcement refutes any rumors surrounding the shutting down of Bastian because of any financial handling. Instead, it’s a step ahead, with Shilpa Shetty at the fore once again.