DAANA was born from Sanjay and Sunita’s love for cooking, and the joy of giving and sharing. It is their honest attempt to present an exclusive culinary experience of South Indian and other regional Indian cuisines. Their passion is to perfect the flavour of authentic food from their Indian roots, and present it in a unique and contemporary manner.
Learn MoreMEET THE CHEFS @ DAANA, CURTIN
Sunita’s family hails from Kerala, a South Indian state. Her childhood passion for cooking when she developed her cooking skills in the kitchens of her parents and her grandmothers led her to train professionally in India to become a qualified chef. Daana offers a range of dishes inspired by many of Sunita’s home recipes. She is so delighted to share those heirloom recipes with the guests, so just ask for them.
Sanjay is from Delhi, and his grandfather was a renowned culinary specialist famous for his acumen in wedding and festival catering. Sanjay followed in his grandfather’s footsteps and chose his career as a chef. Following his academic training Sanjay joined India’s leading hospitality group Taj Hotels as a chef Chef Sanjay has also been awarded the prestigious ACT Chef of the Year award in 2020.
Theodore Leonidas Merkoureas on FaceBook
“Legit best Indian food in Canberra ♥.”
“This family business is amazing. The owners/staff are helpful, informative, and actually care about the food they are dishing out, and the people eating it. Every Saturday, they do a different region of India and foods that the area specialises in. Haven’t had a bad dish from here, don’t think I ever will! Must try for everyone!”
Pip Thompson on The Fork
“Always an absolute treat!”
“Going to Daana for thali is always an absolute treat. The food is beautifully prepared and the selection of dishes is perfection. No one else in Canberra offers such a selection, especially of vegetarian food. I can’t wait for my next visit to Daana!”
Neil Longmore on Google Business
“Not the tired formula Indian!”
“Very impressed, this establishment prepares Indian food to a standard rarely seen in Australia. So many Indian restaurants in this country simply follow a tired formula, but Daana presents regional variations with real skill that demonstrates a wide appreciation and knowledge of regional cuisines. We were visiting from Victoria and can’t wait to try out the Khatiawardi menu if it is on next time we visit family in Curtin.”
Sangeeta Parmeswaran on Facebook
“Amazing Experience.”
“We were visiting Canberra from Perth to see old uni friends. Growing up around authentic Kerela inspired South Indian meals cooked by my grandmother, we visited Daana during their “Onam” special weekend. Food was amazing and the experience came with so much warmth from the owners Sunita, Sanjay and the rest of their staff (banana leaf service with full typical Kerala menu of more than 20 items). It felt like a delicious home-cooked meal after a long time! Highly recommend if you are looking for good South Indian food in a cosy setting!”
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The last 48 hours have been surreal, amazing and exhilarating to say the least!hosting the incredible Padmashri @singerhariharana at our new venue @theabbeycanberra and watching the greatest singer of our generation live in Canberra.
Shri Hariharan ji we are floored by your amazing warmth and humility. These last two days will forever be etched as a golden memory forever. #hariharan #indianmelody #theabbeycanberra #theabbey #hariharansongs #hariharansinger #visitcanberra
*****Team Daana is delighted to announce our latest venture. ******
The magnificent, and iconic wedding and functions venue -
The Abbey at Gold Creek Village, Nicholls.
THE ABBEY is NOW OPEN & WE ARE TAKING BOOKINGS.
We have availability for 2023, including for short notice / turn around weddings and events, and our 2024 Calendar is filling out very quickly. So, reach out to us NOW, we`d love to meet you and show you our venue.
Call us on +61 251364891 OR +61 433197681
Email us: [email protected]
Website: https://theabbeyvenue.au
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We are excited to announce The Abbey and Daana Catering as proud sponsors for the upcoming concert of a musical maestro.
Join us for a magical evening of soulful music with the legendary 🎤 HARIHARAN in concert! Get ready to be mesmerized by his captivating voice and enchanting melodies 🎶🎵
📅 31st March at 7pm
📍 Llewellyn Hall, ANU
Don`t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the magic of Hariharan live in Canberra 🎟️🎉.
Book your tickets now and get ready to be transported to a world of musical bliss! 🌟
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We are honoured to have catered for the 74th Republic Day Celebrations at the High Commission of India, Canberra. 🇮🇳
In line with the High Commission`s mission to promote the health benefits of Millets, our incredible chefs developed a bespoke menu with a range of delectable dishes that put a spotlight on Millets.
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‼️Last Few Spots Left‼️
This Monday, join us with your friends for an exclusive Masterclass and learn how to prepare Spinach curry & Makhani gravy while enjoying a complimentary drink of your choice. Brought to you by the award-winning chefs of Daana, Sanjay & Sunita.
Hurry, book now. 🏃♀️
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Explore the best of regional Indian cuisine with our weekly Daana Bhoj. ✨
Visit our website to checkout the weekly menu and don’t forget to book in for an authentic 🇮🇳 feast.
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Learn the art of tempering spices as you learn to cook a tangy soup coupled with a crispy savoury pancake.
Perfect to beat the cold Canberran winter! ❄️
*Bookings essential.
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Daana in association with @rotaryclubofwodendaybreak invite you to Karma Kitchen in support of Abilities Unlimited Australia (AUA)`s @cyclabilities program where learning to ride is an unforgettable experience. Show your support & enjoy our special 3-course Chef’s Menu that is served with love by volunteers with no price-tag attached. 👩🍳👨🍳
Pay-It Forward or Pay-As-You-Like for the meal with 50% of the proceeds going to AUA. Book your spot now and join us in building our community! 📲
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This weekend celebrate Eid with us, as our team at Daana presents a royal feast that will leave you wanting more! Get a glimpse of the rich Mughal cuisine and experience the joy of Daana. ✨🌙✨
Visit our website for more information on the Bhoj and bookings.
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Indulge in an all inclusive cooking experience and explore the art of Indian cooking our Chefs Extraordinaire, Sunita 👩🍳 & Sanjay 👨🍳.
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In love with Indian cuisine? Here is a chance to learn all about the aromas with our hands-on cooking class!
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Looks like you are as excited about the Vishu Sadhya as we are. We have a few spots still left, make a booking with us today and experience a delightful culinary experience!
Friday 22 April:
Dinner - 5.45pm
Dinner - 7.45pm
Sat 23 April:
Lunch - 12.30pm
Dinner - 5.45pm
Dinner - 7.45pm (fully booked)
Price: Adults- $70 pp & 5-12 yrs - $40 pp
Limited seats available. Booking is essential.
Visit our website and book your place today!
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From our family at Daana to yours, wishing you a very Happy Easter! 🐰
We will be closed for Easter form Friday, 15th April till Monday, 18th April. We will reopen on Tuesday, 19th April.
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This rainy gloomy weather calls for some heart warming and authentic curries. This week for Daana`s Bhoj our team is delighted to present the rich cuisine for Karnataka to celebrate their new year, Ugadi. 🎆
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❄️❄️ Let`s celebrate the arrival of an early winter with the launch of our hearty Winter Menu!❄️❄️
Book now and explore our autumn-winter confluence menu that will truly warm your hearts!
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As Keralites in India welcome the new year this April, let`s celebrate it with them by indulging in an elaborate yet exquisite meal. Enjoy food on nature`s plate 🍃, explore a combination of flavours like never before 😌, and experience the joy of Daana 🙏
Friday 22 April:
Dinner - 5.45pm and 7.45pm
Sat 23 April:
Lunch - 12.30pm
Dinner - 5.45pm and 7.45pm
Price: Adults- $70 pp & 5-12 yrs - $40 pp
Limited seats available. Booking essential.
Visit our website and book your place today!
#vishu #vishusadhya #kerela #finedining #theartofplating #gastronomy #gastroart #gourmetartistry #culinary #chefsofinstagram #cheflife #gourmet #cuisine #gastronomia #foodspotting #indiancuisine #desifood #indianfood #indiancooking #tasteofindia #indianfoodbloggers #foodtalkindia #canberraeats #canberrafood #canberra #canberralife #canberralocals #canberrafoodie #visitcanberra #canberrafoodies
This week we are raising our Gudi (flag) to celebrate the auspicious Maharashtrian New Year called Gudi Padwa. Join us for an exquisite culinary treat as we explore the cuisine of this beautiful coastal state. 🚩
Book your Bhoj today and experience the joy of Daana. 📲
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This week, our team at Daana is delighted to be celebrating Ugadi, a festival from the state of Andhra Pradesh in India. Ugadi marks the New Years celebration as all Indian festivals, it is celebrated with a delicious feast!
Join us, on the 25th or 26th of March for an irresistible feast that will keep you wanting more.
Book your Bhoj today and experience the joy of Daana. 📲
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Let`s enjoy the festival of colours by celebrating the cuisine of Mathura, the place where Holi originates from. This week we bring to you, the best vegetarian delicacies from this region, with a mix of sweet and spicy street food to delicious vegetables and lentils. 🌈
Book your Bhoj today and experience the joy of Daana. 📲
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