George Cherian and Meera George

George Cherian and Meera George are back… and this time, they are bringing something truly special to The Secret Table.

Join George and Meera for an exclusive first look at their new restaurant Bagheera ahead of its opening on Station Street in July 2026. Hosting an official pre-launch event for a brand-new restaurant is something we could only have dreamed of 18 months ago, and we are delighted to be the place helping bring this exciting concept to life.

This special event offers a rare opportunity to sample the bold, vibrant flavours that will soon make Bagheera one of the most talked-about dining destinations in the Lake District. As its’ first restaurant solely dedicated to authentic South Indian street food, Bagheera promises a dining experience unlike anything else in the region – expect exciting flavours, colourful dishes and a true taste of South India.

Sharing the authentic flavours of South India with Cumbria has always been at the heart of George and Meera’s journey. Their Indian-themed dining nights at all their restaurants were popular sell-out events, giving locals and visitors the chance to experience something different. This passion led to the creation of the Bagheera South Indian Street Food stall at Keswick Market and now continues to thrive within their new restaurant, Bagheera.

Inspired by Bagheera, the Black Panther from Disney’s The Jungle Book, who guided Mowgli on his journey, their new restaurant is about more than serving food. George and Meera want to share a culture, a heritage and a love of hospitality with the local community.

Come and enjoy these vibrant regional classics at this official pre-launch event at The Bistro at Underscar, with arrival at 6:30 pm and dining at 7:00 pm.

MENU

PRE STARTER

MADRAS VADA AND MINI RICE IDLY (Gluten Free and Vegan) – Vada is a savoury lentil and rice doughnut crispy outside and soft inside / Idly is a fluffy steamed fermented rice and lentil cake. Served with coconut chutney

STARTER

CHICKEN 65 – A spicy deep-fried chicken dish from the streets of Hyderabad served on a mini parotta garnished with curry leaves and green chilli. Took its name from the year this dish was first made.
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GOBI 65 – Deep-fried cauliflower fritter from the streets of Hyderabad served on a mini parotta garnished with curry leaves and green chilli. Took its name from the year this dish was first made.

MAIN COURSE

MALABAR CHICKEN BIRYANI – A fragrant and mildly spiced chicken and kaima rice dish layered with ghee, fried onions, cashew nuts and raisins slow cooked and cooked in the traditional Dum style. Served with Lemon and Date Pickle, Papad and Raita
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MALABAR VEGETABLE BIRYANI – A fragrant and mildly spiced mix vegetables and kaima rice dish layered with ghee, fried onions, cashew nuts and raisins slow cooked and cooked in the traditional Dum style. Served with Lemon and Date Pickle, Papad and Raita

DESSERT

KERALAN SEMIYA PAYASAM – A creamy dessert made by roasting thin vermicelli in ghee and cooked in milk and cream flavoured with saffron and cardamom, garnished with raisins and cashew nuts

£65 Per Person – please make a note of any dietary requirements on booking! 

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to meet George and Meera, learn from their expertise and experience a culinary whirlwind!

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