The Epic of Gilgamesh

Having read the ‘Epic of Gilgamesh’ for my English degree, when my Mother proposed going for dinner at this swanky Pan – Asian restaurant situated in the heart of Camden Stables Market, I was intrigued.

Known for its mishmash of oriental cuisine and extravagant, Babylonian décor, Gilgamesh is a memorable experience for all of the senses!

After making our way up the escalator (it is very grand) we were greeted by an ornate wall strewn in intricately carved dark wood.

As we were shown through to our table it became visible that this carved wood spread throughout the restaurant like a beautiful disease – chiselled into the walls, ceiling, chairs, bar and tables.

The awe-inspiring embellishments were something you would admire in a museum – and they were everywhere.

The tables and chairs were just as complex as the rest of the restaurant. Offering a mixture of grand, red booths and striking, throne-like chairs decorated in carvings of Babylonian king’s heads and arms – they were both bizarre and majestic.

This royal ambiance was further enhanced by the table decorations. Scattered with red petals, candles and authentic table wear, all complimented by the twinkling fairy lights which were draped around the restaurant – I felt like I was dining in a royal chamber.

The food was just as splendid as the décor.

We ordered a mixture of different oriental dishes including, pomello banh trang, prawn and scallop dim sum, prawn tempura, vegetarian red Thai curry and Gilgamesh fried rice.  Although all of the dishes were delicious, the red Thai curry was outstanding and tasted exactly as it did when I tried it in Thailand…

 

If we had not been in such a respectable restaurant I think I would have licked the bowl!

However, as the food is a little on the pricy side, if you are on a budget, you could always pop in for one of their many yummy cocktail (unfortunately I didn’t get the chance to try one so can’t recommend) and have a nosy around…

And you know, while you’re at it, you may as well order a bowl of red Thai curry as well.

I promise you. It is a decision you will not regret…