How We Designed an Instagrammable Dining Experience in Gandhinagar

Everyone is different, and we all have different tastes in food. Cuisine preferences can vary widely. There is a common misconception that vegetarian cuisine lacks variety. But Gujarat, a state known for vegetarian cuisine, twists this belief and proves that we can have a lot of variety in vegetarian cuisine as well.

The Gandhinagar audience holds this view, and the people are also very welcoming, so they allow Gujarati dishes to be combined with signature dishes from all over the world. People in Gandhinagar prefer a mix of traditional and modern dishes.

Although there are many good options in the main menu, the addition of street food items to the appetizers is the star of the entire menu. A significant part of the audience gravitates toward familiar street food-inspired starters.

With social media playing a key role in dining choices, visually engaging restaurants naturally attract higher attention and footfall. It is appealing to look into the dishes and the variety of cuisine a restaurant offers. Above all, the ambience of restaurants like The House of Makeba is a perfect fit for Instagram aesthetics.

Hence, when we promote a restaurant on social media, there is a chance it will attract many customers.

It is an old concept that people go to restaurants just to eat food. Dining today extends beyond food to include ambience, hospitality, music, and overall comfort.

The idea of The House of Makeba has various reasons. The idea is simple: create a space that feels good to the audience and lets them spend some quality time. The idea is explained below, along with the vision of the complete concept:

• The purpose of The House of Makeba is to change the world's perception of vegetarian cuisine. India sees vegetarian food differently; this is the place where change was necessary. Hence, the idea of The House of Makeba was born to reimagine vegetarian dining.
• The vision of The House of Makeba is simple: dining is not just about the taste, but a journey through time, cultures, and stories. The founders wanted to introduce innovation into vegetarian cuisine by combining traditional dishes with modern twists. Every dish is a celebration of heritage in flavours.
• The House of Makeba offers impressive interiors and artistic culinary creations, combining the finest ingredients, imaginative flavours, and striking presentations. Our flavours are right on point, along with the unique mocktails on the menu.
• Not only dining, but we also serve for private parties and cater to groups of all sizes.
• Our purpose is to make every meal of yours in The House of Makeba a memorable one. Hence, we describe The House of Makeba as a journey of flavour, story, and heritage.

The interiors of The House of Makeba are very aesthetically appealing and ideal for taking pictures. Here are a few design elements that make us Instagrammable:

• The chosen interior colors are subtle and soothing to the eye. The other aesthetics also suit the wall colors. This color palette allows the colors of the food and decor items to pop up in the pictures.
• Every part of the space is designed to look visually strong from multiple camera angles.
• The furniture's color palette should also align with the walls and decor to make it more appealing.
• The bouquets placed on the tables just add a positive vibe to the whole experience, adding warmth and freshness to the dining experience. The restaurant's green aesthetic just adds to the fact that The House of Makeba supports unique and creative vegetarian cuisine.

Real plant pots add a natural, fresh vibe to the whole aesthetic. The paintings attached also suit the ambience well and look rich. With all these elements of interiors, when put together, they just create magic, and the place becomes Instagram-friendly.

The Role of Lighting in Perfect Food & People Shots

The House of Makeba features many aesthetically appealing images on its website. Lighting is a significant factor in food and people's pictures. Thoughtful lighting placement ensures food and people are captured naturally and attractively. The quality of light also plays a role, such as soft and hard light. Color temperature is also worth considering.

The lighting for food photography should be natural so the dish looks soft and appealing.

You can also use reflectors to bounce light and ensure every detail is captured in the photograph. After the background, the role of the lights determines the quality of the photograph. Hence, a lot of trial and error is needed when placing lights to achieve the perfect picture.

Plating, Presentation & Visual Storytelling

When you look at the plate, our food narrates stories. The story of our vision, the inspiration from the historic cuisine we drew on to make it a masterpiece, and the modern twist that makes our unique dishes truly unique and well-liked by many.

In plating techniques, a wide variety of colors can be added to make the dishes unique works of art. The choice of plates is also an essential factor in the storytelling process. They serve as a perfect background for our piece of art, our dish.

The mocktails are reinvented to be unconventional, visually striking, and flavour-forward. Most people order mocktails in many vibrant colors, and for the taste, too. The mocktails are really good for photography, thanks to their vibrant colors and impressive presentation.

The aesthetics should be arranged to complement the dishes, their amazing colors, and their presentations. The House of Makeba is a perfect choice for its aesthetics and photographic appeal, with its rich interiors and the dish's appealing colors.

Creating "Photo Moments" Without Feeling Forced

Not everyone is comfortable having their picture taken in public places. So, we in The House of Makeba have arranged a few obvious spots where everyone likes taking pictures. Plus, there are subtle photo zones that are aesthetically pleasing, where people can take good pictures.

Adding quotations and thoughts to the walls can make the area photogenic. These are the places that are uploaded to visitors' feeds and stories on social media. We also make sure our aesthetic, Instagrammable spaces are equally comforting for visitors. Aesthetics matter only when paired with comfort

Comfortable seating and dining areas are a must, and hence we take care of both comfort and aesthetics. We also observe guest behaviour regarding our aesthetics and content creation. We observe guest interactions and gather feedback to refine our design choices.

Your reactions to our restaurant are the feedback we consider from your side on our current aesthetics and cuisine. We build a house of aesthetics and culinary art for you to relax and enjoy a meal. Your social media stories and posts actually drive customers to our restaurant. The House of Makeba has many outlets in Gujarat. Explore The House of Makeba outlets across Gujarat and experience dining designed to be both memorable and Instagrammable.