The idea of spice often leans towards intensity, but FOO is taking a more nuanced route this year. With the launch of its Fiery Edit 2026, titled “Dial Up The Heat,” the brand shifts the focus from overwhelming heat to a more thoughtful progression, where flavour and spice move in sync, building slowly and leaving a lasting impression.

At the heart of this year’s menu is control. Instead of a single-note punch, each dish is designed to unfold gradually starting with subtle warmth, building with every bite, and finishing with a lingering kick. It’s a rhythm that keeps diners engaged, curious, and ready for the next course.

The sushi selection sets the tone with playful yet layered creations. The Slow Burn Maki combines mock duck, avocado, cucumber, and spicy cheese, enhanced with Thai chillies that build gently before delivering a sharper finish. Meanwhile, the Sneaky Heat Roll brings together prawns, avocado, and snacky peppers, with chilli mayo and teriyaki that begins sweet and evolves into a distinct heat.

Dumplings continue this interplay between subtlety and surprise. Sizzle That Stays pairs lotus root, pak choy, and zucchini in a seared dumpling with a gradual spice profile, while Steam & Sting offers prawns with bird chillies, coriander, and scallions for a more immediate, sharper heat.

The small plates lean into bold, ingredient-driven combinations. Dishes like charred edamame tossed in a fragrant spicy sauce, tofu paired with intense doubanjiang heat and mantou, and crispy lotus root glazed in a tomato hot pepper sauce bring together texture and flavour in equal measure. Other highlights such as Coming In Hot! and Beans Gone Rogue add to the menu’s addictive quality, each designed to deliver just the right amount of kick.

For those looking for comfort with an edge, the menu offers inventive takes on familiar favourites. A Spicy Hug presents a smoky wok-tossed rice with ancho chilli, beans, and carrot, while Blue Blaze Noodles come with house-made chilli sauce served on the side, allowing diners to control their heat level.

Desserts, rather than simply cooling things down, continue the narrative. Roasted coconut ice cream introduces deep, toasty notes, while Earl Grey ice cream adds a smooth, aromatic finish—both subtly carrying forward the warmth without overpowering the palate.

The cocktail programme mirrors the same layered philosophy. From tequila with mango jalapeño and pandan soda to gin infused with gunpowder tea and rose water, each drink balances flavour, spirit, and spice. Whisky, yuzu, pineapple tea, and fruit-forward vodka blends further expand the experience, offering a range of profiles from smoky and citrusy to light and refreshing.

Speaking about the launch, Keenan Tham shared, “The Fiery Edit has become an annual expression of how we interpret bold flavours at FOO. This year, we’ve focused on refining the experience, creating dishes and drinks where the heat builds gradually, complements the ingredients, and keeps you coming back rather than overwhelming the palate. We know our patrons love the innovation we bring to the table, and we’re very excited for them to try this year’s dishes.”

Over the years, the Fiery Edit has evolved into more than just a seasonal menu, it’s a storytelling format where spice is used as a tool rather than a challenge. This year’s edition stays true to that idea, proving that it’s not about how hot a dish gets, but how long the experience stays with you.

Available for a limited time, the Fiery Edit 2026 will be served across FOO outlets in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad, inviting diners to explore their own threshold for heat, one bite at a time.

Locations:

• Mumbai: Bandra, Andheri, Phoenix Palladium, Thane, Town, Jio World Drive, NESCO, Powai, Borivali
• Ahmedabad: Palladium (no alcoholic beverages served)
• Bengaluru: Brigade Road, Orion Mall – Rajajinagar
• Pune: The Kopa Mall
• Hyderabad: Inorbit