Tucked away in a secluded corner of Dempsey Road, Karma Kettle & Rhapsody is run by newlyweds Dhiraj and Priti. Having dabbled in the F&B line in India, the couple decided to set up a colonial-Asian fusion restaurant in Singapore.

All the dishes at Karma Kettle & Rhapsody are original creations of the bosses. As their focus is on creating healthy colonial dishes with Asian influences, it’s no wonder you won’t find anything deep-fried on the menu.

Choices of drinks, however, are not restrictive at all.

With more than 50 types tea and the 3-page French liquor selections, customers will be spoilt for choice. “Iced Rambutan” ($6.50) is great for hot sweaty afternoons. This pale-pink drink is a tall glass full of finely blended ice and rambutan pulp, likely to cool off  customers feeling the heat of our humid Singapore weather.

Try the popular “Kathi Rolls” ($11.90) as a starter. It’s an Indian wrap with chicken, peppers and red onion. The tender chicken contrasts well with the crunchy onions and customers can try dipping the rolls into the garlic chilli sauce mixed with mint leaves for a refreshing taste.


The restaurant’s signature dish, “Lavender Chicken” ($17), is another must-try.

The pan-fried chicken, topped with lavender flower sauce, has a hint of lavender scent. The fragrance seeps into the garnishing, which consists of asparagus and carrots. Pasta or mushroom fans will love “Across The English Channel” ($16), a cheese-dusted linguine with 4 types of fragrant mushrooms in a fricassee sauce. The sauce is placed next to the pasta so customers can choose to enjoy the flavours separately.

The best thing on the menu has to be the restaurant’s “Royal Belgium Truffle Cake” ($7). With thick layers of pure Belgium chocolate between moist chocolate cake layers, drizzled with chocolate sauce, it’s definitely hard to resist. The cake isn’t too heavy or too light, and it melts in your mouth.

While the restaurant can get a little cramped, thanks to its popularity, the staff and owners make up for it with cheerful and enthusiastic service.

Karma Kettle & Rhapsody is definitely the place to bring your date, family and friends. The only drawback is that larger groups will have to make reservations to ensure sufficient seating.

Review by: Charmaine Choo in hype magazine