Ariya by Razzle Dazzle is an Indian restaurant debuting on Valiant Lady following the ship’s May 2026 dry dock.

The restaurant transforms the Razzle Dazzle space each evening, while the venue continues to serve breakfast and brunch as Razzle Dazzle during the day.

Ariya introduces Indian cuisine to the Virgin Voyages fleet, with dishes inspired by regional flavors across India and a bar program featuring spice inspired cocktails.

Concept and Partnership

Ariya was developed in partnership with Indie Culinaire and celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan.

The concept focuses on traditional Indian techniques alongside modern presentation. The menu includes dishes inspired by street food traditions, coastal cooking and slow cooked specialties from across the Indian subcontinent.

The restaurant’s name references Ariya, Sir Richard Branson’s great great grandmother, who was originally from the coastal town of Cuddalore in Tamil Nadu.

Ariya continues Virgin Voyages’ evolving Razzle Dazzle concept, where the venue serves breakfast and brunch during the day before transforming into a different dining experience at night.

Dining Experience

During the day the venue continues to operate as Razzle Dazzle, serving breakfast and brunch.

In the evening the restaurant transforms into Ariya, offering a dinner menu focused on Indian cuisine.

The interior design draws inspiration from India’s spice markets, with warm tones, layered textures and decorative elements throughout the space. New seating areas include booth style tables, shared dining areas and smaller seating nooks designed for more intimate meals.

Menu Highlights

The menu features dishes inspired by different regions across India. Early examples shared by Virgin Voyages include:

• Lamb Shank Biryani
• Goan Curried Mussels
• Malabar Coconut Crab Cake
• Puffed Rice and Avocado Chaat
• Tandoori Pistachio Crusted Snapper
• Golgappa Shot inspired by pani puri street food
• Eggplant Saag Napoleon
• Gulab Jamun Stuffed Cheesecake

Guests are welcomed with a complimentary sip of jaljeera, a chilled drink made with tamarind, cumin, mint and lemon that is traditionally served to awaken the palate.

Cocktails and Drinks

The bar program focuses on flavors commonly used in Indian cuisine, including saffron, cardamom and jaggery.

Example cocktails include the Maharani Morning, Golden Hour Spritz and Bangalore Old Fashioned.

The venue also offers a curated wine list, Indian spirits and a traditional chai tea service.

Where You Can Find Ariya

Ariya by Razzle Dazzle is currently exclusive to Valiant Lady following her May 2026 dry dock.

The venue operates as Razzle Dazzle during breakfast and brunch hours before transforming into Ariya for dinner service.