Kohi-Noor-Flavors from across the Subcontinent at Kohi-Noor   60, BoGuan 3rd St. (04) 2326-1425, 0970-123-588 Hours:11:30 am-2 pm, 5:30-10:30 pm

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Those who have been craving a taste of India, not to mention the entire Subcontinent, should look no further than Kohi-Noor, which touts itself as selling Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi cuisine. The owner, a native of Pakistan, has lived in Taiwan for over 16 years and decided to open this place eight months ago with his Taiwanese wife of five years.

After a long day of shopping in the Sogo Department Store/Science Museum neighborhood, Kohi-Noor is a convenient option for a reasonably-priced bite to eat, located directly behind The Splendor Taichung Hotel, opposite the basement parking ramp. Offering an array of about a hundred different dishes, it provides plenty of meat main courses but also has delicacies for vegetarians. The authentic cuisine includes a wide range of curries, biryani, samosas, roti rolls, rices and naan breads. One of my friends, in particular, rants about the samosas.

The owner is especially proud of his flat Indian naan breads, and highly recommends the garlic naan while also offering plain and buttered choices. Another popular option is a selection of butter curries and the Chicken Biryani. These dishes especially appeal to those who desire strongly-flavored Indian food. These mouth-watering dishes are prepared by two Kohi-Noor chefs, one from Bangladesh and another from Pakistan, who help the restaurant live up to its tri-national label.

Prices range from NT$160 for a regular curry to NT$230 for butter and other special curries. The portions are more than generous for the price and the service provided is impeccable and friendly, offering take-away and the re-heating of your food at any time. Groups of six or more that would like to partake in an all-you-can-eat buffet can call ahead for a NT$399/person deal. There is an assortment of drinks, too, ranging from fruit juices and sodas to beers. Finally, the shop also sells some Indian spices for those who want to do their own cooking at home.

One sign that this is the home of good, authentic food is that fact that Kohi-Noor is often filled with regular Indian and Pakistani diners. In the end, it's their vote of confidence--not mine--that should give you all the more reason to head over to this restaurant for a bite to eat.

By Jessica Foley Translated by Ann Li