Now, enjoy a Cambodian meal in Girish Karnad’s former home in Bengaluru
Khmer Kitchen in JP Nagar is an ode to the Southeast Asian country
Mud crabs with fresh green peppercorn
Khmer Kitchen in JP Nagar is a familiar location to South Bangaloreans. It was the old house of actor, littérateur and playwright Girish Karnad before it was converted into a Cambodian cuisine restaurant. Conceived by architect Naveen Reddy and his wife and business partner Veena, Khmer Kitchen is a labour of love.
When Veena wished to open an Asian themed café, Naveen was in Cambodia on an architectural project. Smitten by the food, he extended his trip and travelled to Battambang, Kampot and Kaoh Ker. Naveen ended up visiting Cambodia eight times to learn the nuances of garden cooking, village home cooking and the art of making rice noodles. There, he collaborated with local experts and chefs like Chef Kethana Dunnet, author of