A Taste of India in Breda
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A Taste of India in Breda

The Chai Affairs Team
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Discover the inspiration behind The Chai Affairs in Breda — an Indian restaurant built on authentic flavours, regional recipes, and a deep love for home-style cooking. A heartfelt story of bringing India to the Netherlands.

A Restaurant Born from Flavour, Not Trends

We didn’t want to create a “fusion restaurant” or a place filled with shortcuts.
We wanted the real taste of India — the same flavours we grew up with, refined over time, and cooked with traditional methods.

That means:

  • Slow cooking where needed
  • Freshly ground spices
  • Handcrafted masalas
  • Classic North Indian techniques like tandoor and tadka
  • No artificial colours or flavour enhancers
  • Respect for regional authenticity

Every dish on our menu starts with a deeper idea:
If we cannot proudly eat it ourselves, we will not serve it to you.


Inspired by Home, Built for Breda

We created a restaurant that respects our roots but also welcomes our new community here in the Netherlands.

Breda has a calm charm — warm, close-knit, and curious about new cultures.
That spirit inspired us.

So we built a space where Indian hospitality meets Dutch comfort.

  • Recipes adapted for freshness and balance
  • Spice levels you can choose
  • A kitchen where tradition and modern cooking harmonise
  • A chai experience that feels like home

This is why The Chai Affairs feels familiar yet exciting — for both Indian and Dutch guests.


Flavours That Tell a Story

Every dish in our kitchen has a story behind it:

  • Zaffrani Chicken Tikka with royal saffron notes
  • Butter Chicken, slow-simmered until creamy and rich
  • Champaran Mutton, inspired by Bihar’s rustic cooking
  • Lehsuni Palak Paneer, vibrant green and full of garlic aroma
  • Masala Chai, brewed low and slow, the way it should be

These dishes aren't just food —
they’re memories brought to life.


Our Promise: Authentic, Honest, Home-Style Cooking

We believe that Indian food should be soulful — not rushed, not compromised.

We promise:

  • No shortcuts
  • No compromise on ingredients
  • Authentic flavours delivered with pride
  • A menu that evolves but never loses its roots

Whether it’s your first Indian meal or your 100th, we want it to feel like a warm welcome.


Bringing India to Your Plate — One Dish at a Time

The Chai Affairs is more than a restaurant.
It’s our way of sharing the culture we love, in the city we now call home.

Thank you for being part of this journey.
We can’t wait to serve you a taste of India — made with heart, crafted with care.

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