LEELA HONG KONG WELCOMES TOKYO’S BIB GOURMAND WINNER BIRYANI OSAWA BY CHEF TAKAMASA OSAWA FOR AN EXCLUSIVE TWO-NIGHT DINNER AND BIRYANI COLLABORATION  

24 – 25 June 2026 | 2 Dinners Only

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<<22^nd May, 2026 – HONG KONG>> LEELA Hong Kong proudly announces an exciting two-night culinary collaboration with Chef Takamasa Osawa of Tokyo’s renowned MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant, Biryani Osawa, on 24 + 25 June, 2026. Cooking for the first time in Hong Kong, the celebrated Japanese biryani specialist will join forces with LEELA’s Chef / Owner Manav Tuli for an immersive exploration of one of India’s most iconic and beloved dishes. Limited to 50 guests per evening, this exclusive collaboration brings together two chefs united by their deep devotion to Indian cuisine – and in particular, the craft and soul of biryani along with many other Indian dishes on showcase.

A SHARED PASSION: BIRYANI WITHOUT BORDERS

Chef Takamasa Osawa first fell in love with biryani during his student years in India. What began as fascination evolved into lifelong dedication. Guided by his personal philosophy – “Biryani or Die” – Osawa immersed himself in research, trained extensively in Indian kitchens, and eventually opened Biryani Osawa in Tokyo. Chef Osawa has also recently opened his second restaurant, Biryani Master, also in Tokyo.

Today, the restaurant holds a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand distinction and has developed a cult following for its singular focus: in pursuit of the ultimate biryani. Chef Osawa approaches the dish with both passion and a scientific mindset, carefully analysing ingredients, techniques, heat, timing, and balance. The result is a biryani that reflects years of study and discipline – what he proudly calls his ultimate expression of the dish.

At LEELA, Chef Osawa will collaborate with Chef Manav Tuli, whose work has long celebrated India’s diverse regional cuisines through creativity and storytelling. Together, they will present distinct yet harmonious interpretations of biryani, honouring tradition while showcasing how this beloved dish continues to evolve across cultures.

THE LEELA HONG KONG x BIRYANI OSAWA EXPERIENCE

The evening will unfold as a progression of flavours designed to lead guests into the star of the event – the heart of biryani.

Guests will begin with a warming and deeply aromatic lamb nihari shorba followed by a selection of refined, light starters such as tuna papdi chaat, melt-in-the-mouth lamb galouti kebab served with sheermal, masala fish cheek ramen with Idiyappam. These opening courses set the tone, balancing delicacy with intensity.

The centrepiece of the experience is, naturally, the biryani feast. Chef Osawa will present four of his signature biryanis, such as Japanese Unagi and Sancho Biryani, Wagyu Shoulder & Burdock Biryani, Guangdong Duck Biryani and Lobster Biryani each reflecting years of study and dedication, while Chef Manav contributes his own distinctive interpretation. Together, the dishes will showcase different regional inspirations, layering techniques, and spice expressions, demonstrating the remarkable versatility of a dish often misunderstood as singular.

The evening will conclude with dessert of Cardamom and Bergamot Peel Phirnee, offering a sweet reflection of Chef Osawa’s culinary perspective, bringing the journey to a thoughtful and memorable close.

Priced at HK$1,188 + 10% per guest, with only 50 seats available per night, this two-evening collaboration offers a rare opportunity to experience Tokyo’s celebrated Biryani Osawa in Hong Kong.

ABOUT BIRYANI OSAWA

Biryani Osawa is a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant in Tokyo, devoted entirely to the art of biryani. Founded and helmed by Chef Takamasa Osawa, the restaurant reflects his deep respect for Indian culinary heritage and his relentless dedication to mastering a single dish.

Having opened in Kanda, Tokyo in August 2021, Osawa’s menu is exclusively biryani. Each preparation is crafted meticulously and draws from years of research and experimentation, delivering the depth and harmony unique to large-scale cooking while pointing toward new possibilities for this beloved dish.

Through his work, Chef Osawa has become one of Japan’s leading ambassadors of biryani, playing a key role in the growing appreciation of South Asian cuisine across the country.

For bookings, please visit website at HERE or contact the restaurant directly.

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ABOUT LEELA

Welcome to Leela, an extraordinary new dining destination where the vibrant flavours of India meet contemporary innovation. Derived from the Hindu concept of divine play, Leela is a culinary playground. Located inside Lee Garden Three and under the visionary leadership of Executive Chef Manav Tuli, Leela is on a mission to showcase the diverse regional cuisines of India in a way that blends tradition, creativity, and sustainability. From tantalizing street snacks to rich curries, each dish at Leela tells a story, inviting you to embark on a culinary journey like no other.

LEELA – RESTAURANT CURRENT AWARDS & PREVIOUS ACCOLADES

Tatler Best 2025 + 2026 – Top 20 Restaurants of Hong Kong

Black Pearl Restaurant Guide – One DIAMOND recognition

Top 100 Tables of Hong Kong – SCMP Top 100 Tables 2024 + 2025 + 2026

Eater – The 38 Best Hong Kong Restaurants

Travel & Leisure Asia TasteMakers 2025/26 – Top 25 Restaurants of Hong Kong

Foodie Forks Awards 2025 – Best Indian Restaurant in Hong Kong

Opinionated About Dining 2025 Top Restaurants of Asia – #239 (NEW)

MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong Macau 2024 + 2025 + 2026 – Recommended Restaurant

A Foodie World – Best New Restaurant 2024

Best New Restaurant – SCMP Top 100 Tables 2024

Chef of the Year – SCMP Top 100 Tables 2024

Bazaar Elite Taste 2024 + 2025 + 2026 – Harpers Bazaar Hong Kong

Tatler Dining by Hong Kong Tatler – Chef of the Year – 2022

CONTACT LEELA HONG KONG

Address: Shop 301-310, Lee Garden Three, 1 Sunning Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Contact Number: +852 2882 5316

Email: info@leela.hk

Opening Hours

Monday – 5:30pm — 10:45pm

Tuesday — Sunday – 12pm — 3:30pm & 5:30pm — 10:45pm

Website: https://www.leela.hk

Instagram: @leela.hkg @chef_manav_tuli

CONTACT LEELA MACAU

Address: Seated Restaurants Zone, Gourmet Pavilion, Wynn Palace, Avenida da Nave, Desportiva, Cotai, Macau

Contact Number: +853 8889 3660

Email: info@leela.hk

Opening Hours – Daily 11am-11pm

Website: https://www.wynnresortsmacau.com/en/wynn-palace/dining/leela

Instagram: @leela.hkg @chef_manav_tuli