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Trump, Biden, Bajaj—the flavours of Washington

For years, Ashok Bajaj’s $9 sev puri, $12 truffle dosas and other innovative dishes have drawn the government elite to his restaurants in the US capital. As election season dawns, the Delhi-born restauranter will be much sought after, for his food as well as views.

October 21, 2020 / 14:50 IST
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Ashok Bajaj owns nine restaurants, including Rasika, in Washington DC.

Donald Trump may or may not remain in Washington DC after November 3. Ashok Bajaj sure will.

The owner of nine restaurants in the US capital that includes Rasika, the city’s favourite Indian eatery, the Delhi-born Bajaj has wined and dined presidents, senators and celebrities for decades after he moved to America in 1988.

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As Trump vs Joe Biden enters the final lap, the world’s eyes will be on Washington. Many will head to the city as the most acrimonious presidential election in recent memory plays out.

And Bajaj’s restaurants—some of which dish out non-Indian fare– will be in demand, rolling out, in white gloves, $9 sev puris, $12 truffle dosas, $26 Kerala halibut or whatever best is possible in the times of coronavirus.