The Yak

Set in Stourbridge, The Yak channels a culinary journey from the snow-capped Himalayas to the spice-laden plains of India.

Where recipes carry stories, aromas of roasting spices and tandoor charcoal mingle with the calm of a room that nods to Nepalese and Indian traditions.

Guided by Chef Tulak Regmi, whose three decades across regions inform both craft and restraint, the kitchen honours tradition while embracing modern technique.

Flavours arrive layered rather than loud. Momo dumplings release savoury steam, while tareko machha brings a brittle crunch of batter around tender fish. From the tandoor, paneer tikka and lamb chops come lightly charred and perfumed, while chatpata delivers a tangy, herb-bright kick.

The chef’s signatures range from sea bass in Nepalese spices to the robust gorkhali khasi, with salmon lifted by mustard seeds and prawns turned jhinga-style to showcase depth and freshness.

For those seeking a culinary passage between Nepal and India, The Yak sets the course. Book a table and set off on a delicious detour, no hiking boots required.