Added spice – Indian cuisine at RajBhuj in Stone

Raj in charge

The dream of opening his own restaurant has finally come true for Mahraj Chowdhury, with the opening of the RajBhuj Restaurant.

The new owner of RajBhuj Indian Restaurant in Stone is a very familiar face to the people of Thame. Mahraj, better known as Raj, was a local councillor and for many years, a popular ‘front of house’ in local Indian restaurants.

He knows the area and the locals well. Raj has lived in Thame for 32 years. A former Lord Williams School pupil, his four boys all attend local schools.

Raj hails from a family steeped in Indian cuisine. His father owned and ran Indian Restaurants in Middlesex during the 1970’s and 80’s.

Many of the dishes at the RajBhuj are inspired by his Mother and more recently by his Wife.

Keen to run is own restaurant, It has taken quite a while for him to find the right location. He believes the RajBhuj in Stone is perfect.

Situated on the A418 between Thame and Aylesbury, the Restaurants is ideally placed to serve a sizable area.

It will benefit from passing trade as well.

Raj wants to make RajBhuj a special destination for curry lovers. A great deal of investment has gone into the redevelopment of the property. RajBhuj benefits from a huge car park. Just as well, as the restaurant can seat up to 90 diners.

It’s a welcoming and buzzy atmosphere. Raj and the team, resplendent in their gold and black waistcoats and ties provide a knowledgeable and friendly service.

Naturally takeaway customers are also catered for. Deliveries are available to local villages as well as to Aylesbury, Haddenham and Thame. (10% discount on collection).

The menu features some old favourites as well as some unusual ‘house specials’. A generous list of specials includes dishes such as Hans Raj Hans (Pieces of duck breast marinated, chargrilled with onions, ginger and garlic). Salmon Roopchan (Salmon marinated and chargrilled served with a thick honey based sauce). Goan Sea Bass (Shallow fried Sea Bass with herbs served in a Goan style spicy coconut creamy sauce. Chicken Mango (Pieces of chicken in a mild sauce with mangoes).

The menu also boasts 10 vegetable dishes. Where possible, meat, vegetables and spices are sourced locally.

A passion for serving quality Indian Cuisine runs in the family, and now Raj has the opportunity to bring quality cuisine to the area.

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