Cross Street is undoubtedly buzzing with activity, what with a plethora of cloth, accessory and jewellery stores; followed by a relaxed meal at Zaffrani's this is not just an ideal way to round off an evening, it also opens up the prospect of a gastro-tour into India. The restaurant inspires much warmth and comfort, done up in a discreet style - it's certainly a refreshing haven for harried shoppers.

The menu brings herb infused cod fishcake filled with sautéed spicy crabmeat served with a mustard mayonnaise, and a medley of char-grilled kebabs consisting of marinated pieces of chicken breast, tender lamb, minced chicken and lamb with mini-naan bread. Explore and go beyond the conventional as main courses are more region-centric with quail eggs encased in minced lamb and simmered in a spicy sauce.

Rice, the ubiquitous accompaniment to an Indian meal, receives special treatment at Zaffrani; basmati cooked with vegetables in a fragrant stock, or brown and wild rice with spicy mushrooms or olive oil and sea salt elevate this humble dish to the sublime.