
Meet the Chef: An intimate look at Chef Rupa’s Culinary Journey
Tuesday, 04 March 2025
We are thrilled to share that Chef Rupa Vira, the culinary visionary behind Celebration by Rupa Vira, has been featured as a ‘Celebrity Chef’ in 5 Reasons to Visit. This
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Celebration by Rupa Vira Featured in Washington Post’s ‘The 8 Best Indian Restaurants in and Around D.C.’
Thursday, 31 October 2024
We’re thrilled and deeply honored to share that Celebration by Rupa Vira was recently featured in The Washington Post by acclaimed food critic Tom Sietsema in his article, “The 8
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Celebration by Rupa Vira: Continuously Celebrating Success in Northern Virginia’s Top 50 Restaurants
Saturday, 04 November 2023
We are thrilled to announce that Celebration by Rupa Vira has once again secured its place in the prestigious Top 50 Restaurants in Northern Virginia for the fourth consecutive year.
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Experience the Exquisite Flavors of Celebration by Rupa Vira, Named Best Indian Restaurant in Northern Virginia Magazine’s June 2023 Issue
Tuesday, 13 June 2023
We are delighted to share the exciting news that Celebration by Rupa Vira has been crowned the Best Indian Restaurant in Northern Virginia Magazine’s June 2023 issue. This prestigious recognition
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50 Best Restaurants 2022: Northern Virginia
Tuesday, 01 November 2022
Celebration by Rupa Vira for the third year in a row has been featured under the Top 50 Best Restaurants in Northern Virginia by Northern Virginia Magazine. “It’s an unfortunate
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Washington Post – Best Restaurants DC – February 2022
Saturday, 13 August 2022
Celebration by Rupa Vira was listed as the Top 7 favorite places to eat in the DC Metropolitan Area by Washington Post critic Tom Sietsema. “An Indian retreat in Northern
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“At Celebration by Rupa Vira, the food is worth reveling in” – Tom Sietsma, WaPo
Saturday, 13 August 2022
We are honored to have been reviewed by Tom Sietsema, an award-winning Washington Post food critic. “At Celebration by Rupa Vira, the food is worth reveling in”- Tom Sietsema The
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Best of NoVA 2022 – Readers Choice Awards – Best Indian Restaurant
Tuesday, 14 June 2022
Thank you for choosing us as the Best Indian Restaurants – Reader’s Choice Awards in Northern Virginia Magazine three years in a row. We promise to learn and grow so
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Celebration by Rupa Vira Named “Best Indian Restaurant” in Northern Virginia Magazine’s Best of NOVA 2025 Readers’ Picks
Tuesday, 03 June 2025
We are incredibly honored and thrilled to announce that Celebration by Rupa Vira has been voted the Best Indian Restaurant in the Best of NOVA 2025 Readers’ Picks by Northern
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Celebration by Rupa Vira: Best Indian Restaurant in Virginia
Thursday, 09 January 2025
We are excited to announce that Celebration by Rupa Vira has been featured in the ‘Best Indian Restaurants in the US: 2025 Editor’s Picks‘ by 5ReasonsToVisit.com. This recognition names us
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Celebration by Rupa Vira Named Among Best Restaurants in Northern Virginia for 2024!
Thursday, 14 November 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Celebration by Rupa Vira has once again been named one of the “50 Best Restaurants in Northern Virginia” by Northern Virginia Magazine! This honor
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Experience the Best Restaurants of Northern Virginia: Rupa Vira’s Celebration Joins NoVA Soiree 2024
Wednesday, 11 September 2024
Celebration by Rupa Vira is excited to be a part of the highly anticipated Northern Virginia Magazine Best of NoVA Soiree, scheduled for October 10, 2024. This exclusive event brings
State Sen. Suhas Subramanyam Celebrates Democratic Primary Win at His Favorite, Celebration by Rupa Vira
Friday, 21 June 2024
We were honored to host an event for State Sen. Suhas Subramanyam, the 2024 Democratic Primary Winner, at Celebration by Rupa Vira. Sen. Subramanyam, a big supporter and fan of
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Celebration by Rupa Vira: Elevating Indian Cuisine to New Heights
Tuesday, 28 May 2024
In the vibrant tapestry of Northern Virginia’s culinary scene, Indian cuisine stands out for its rich flavors, intricate spices, and diverse regional specialties. Among the constellation of fine Indian restaurants,
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Chefs Rupa and Khan Shine as the Faces of Indian Cuisine
Thursday, 11 April 2024
April showers bring May flowers, and this month, the spotlight showers on Chefs Rupa and Khan featured prominently in the latest issue of Northern Virginia Magazine. As the culinary landscape
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