Jolene By The Sea blends culinary mastery with artistic elegance

Actress Amrita Arora and husband Shakeel Ladak’s new restaurant in Goa, Jolene By The Sea, is not merely a place but a vibe and emotion. Situated high above the iconic Anjuna Beach, Jolene, co-founded with veteran restaurateurs Gaurav Batra and Ankit Tayal, is a tranquil sanctuary that invites guests to experience a blend of European artistic elegance and the free-spirited energy of Goa.

With a menu curated by Michelin-starred Chef Suvir Saran, Jolene bridges the gap between the familiar and the extraordinary, offering a dining experience designed to captivate the senses. Blending local ingredients, seasonal treasures, and regional inspirations with sophisticated creative flair, the menu is an immersive narrative, weaving the threads of history, culture, and culinary mastery into every bite. Created for oceanside indulgence, the signature dishes feature Kochi Lobster Cornettos, M&M Prawns (Madrid to Morjim), Misal Ramen, Chicken Syrian Pizza, Soul Chicken, Dynamite Frito-Mix, TB&C, Tunisian Aubergine Caviar, Chorizo and Garlic Flatbread, Beiruti Robata—Charred Broccoli and Streetcorn. For desserts, guests can indulge in Jolene’s Shaggy Everyday Sundae, Pannacotta Indulgent Guilt-Free Celebration, and Jolene’s Jumbo Macaron Sandwich.

Helmed by Feruzan Bilmoria, True Palate’s Head Mixologist, the bar menu is equally compelling, blending Goan ingredients with cutting-edge techniques. Signature cocktails like Peaches and Cream, Ya Ya Ya Coco Jumbo, Not a Picante, That Leggy Blonde, and A Left Handshake are crafted to offer the guests a quirky yet comforting experience that elevates every sip. The zero-proof menu, featuring drinks like The Baklava Gimlet, Jolene’s Pink Limeade, The Powerpuff Sodas, and more, ensures that teetotallers can indulge in the same flavourful experience.

Its visionary design, helmed by interior designer Aayushi Malik, combines raw and earthy tones with metallic accents, seamlessly blending the natural surroundings with contemporary sophistication. Every frame presents an intimate vignette, emphasising the landscape of the sun and the sea.

Jolene By The Sea is a tribute to those who seek beauty in simplicity and depth in myriad experiences waiting to be discovered. With its blend of natural beauty, contemporary design and world-class dining, Jolene offers not just an experience but a destination that redefines coastal fine dining, inviting you to indulge in a luxurious beachside lifestyle.