The luxury Amrit Ocean Resort on Singer Island, FL., this fall will debut AYRE by Karma – the first location from Washington, D.C.’s acclaimed Karma Modern Indian, honored with Michelin Bib Gourmand since 2021.
The highly anticipated opening will introduce Karma’s elevated contemporary Indian cuisine to South Florida’s oceanfront dining scene. Set against sweeping Atlantic views, AYRE by Karma brings together Ayurvedic inspiration, modern Indian Artistry and a health-forward culinary philosophy, celebrated for hosting diplomats, global entrepreneurs and cultural leaders, to Palm Beach County.
AYRE by Karma will welcome diners into a quaint space – where the studio kitchen seamlessly flows to a breezy oceanfront terrace – immersing diners into a culinary craft.
The menu highlights fresh spices ground in-house, seasonal local produce and time-honored cooking techniques, including signature tandoor breads and live fire elements.
Lobby at Amrit Ocean Resort
Every dish is an experience: inventive ingredient pairings, daring flavor profiles and artful presentation designed to delight and restore. Guests can choose three, five or seven courses, with several optional organic and biodynamic wine pairings or select from an à la carte menu that will include Lobster Masala, Paneer Pesto, Amritsari Snapper, along with rotating signature curries. Each dish celebrates bold spice profiles, creating plating and soulful flavors designed to nourish and revive.
Our vision is rooted in harmony, between culture and cuisine, tradition and innovation,” said Neera Barot, co-founder of Amrit Ocean Resort. “Karma Modern Indian shares this ethos, and together we are creating more than a restaurant – we’re crafting a journey for the senses.”
AYRE by Karma’s design draws inspiration from the coastal surroundings with natural textures, vibrant art, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame panoramic Atlantic views. The heart of the restaurant is its state-of-the-art studio kitchen, a chef’s stage that invites guests to witness culinary artistry up close. This open, interactive kitchen concept is designed for transparency and engagement, allowing diners to observe every step of preparation to plate.
The oceanfront terrace and studio kitchen together create an immersive, multisensory dining experience, while live tandoor cooking and interactive chef presentations bring guests into the heart of the culinary process, embodying the spirit of hospitality and innovation that defines AYRE by Karma.
“For Karma Modern Indian, Amrit Ocean Resort was the ideal partner for our first expansion beyond Washington, D.C.,” said Sachin Mahajan, founder and principal of Circle of Life Hospitality and Karma Modern Indian. “Since our inception, Karma has championed the health benefits of Indian spices, and AYRE by Karma takes this deep-rooted philosophy even further.
“Amrit is truly revolutionizing the wellness space, and its extraordinary beachfront location inspired us to bring our cuisine and our focus on fresh spices and mindful eating to this vibrant new audience. This is a collaboration where Amrit chose Karma, and Karma chose Amrit, united by our shared vision for innovative, health-forward hospitality.”
Chef Ajay Kumar, a highly respected authority in Indian cuisine with more than 30 years of experience and the culinary force behind Karma Modern Indian, is tasked with providing expert oversight for AYRE by Karma at Amrit Ocean Resort.
Leading the team in Florida as AYRE by Karma’s Executive Chef, Asif Syed is a celebrated chef from Naples, FL., with more than 20 years of culinary expertise. Renowned for his innovative approach to modern Indian cuisine, Chef Syed has earned widespread acclaim as the former chef-owner of 21 Spices in Naples.
Opened in Spring 2024, Amrit Ocean Resort is a seven-acre beachfront property that features 155 wellness-inspired guest rooms, and Florida’s largest spa (103,000-square-feet) and immersive wellness programming, advanced therapies, and partnerships with global leaders, including Dr. Deepak Chopra and Dr. Uma Naidoo.