Ourem: The Celebrity Magnet Where Kiran Rao, Nimrat Kaur, Vishal Bhardwaj & Manoj Bajpayee Secretly Escaped to in Goa

Ourém stands today as one of Goa’s most treasured culinary experiences a soulful return to heritage in a region often associated with constant reinvention. Housed in a 150-year-old home in the heart of Panjim, it blends architectural authenticity with modern warmth.

In the middle of hectic schedules, shoots and endless commitments, Kiran Rao, Vishal Bhardwaj, Nimrat Kaur and Manoj Bajpayee slipped into Oreum for a breather, choosing calm over chaos and heritage over hype. And they left not just impressed, but genuinely charmed.

An old Goan home brought back to life, where the walls carry stories, the air feels peaceful, and the food speaks straight to the soul. Kiran Rao arrived for quiet, Vishal Bhardwaj wandered through the space taking in its old-world nostalgia, while Manoj Bajpayee and Nimrat Kaur enjoyed a comforting, unfussy, flavour-packed meal that reminded them of what true Goan cooking is meant to taste like. No photographers, no noise — just heritage, warmth and honest food.

 Speaking about the star visits, Puru says,

 “For us, Oreum has always been a love letter to Goa – its culture, its flavours, its people. When artists like Kiran Rao, Vishal Bhardwaj, Nimrat Kaur and Manoj Bajpayee walk in seeking peace and authenticity, it tells us we’re doing justice to that vision. We’re not here to be trendy, we’re here to be true to Goa.” His philosophy is evident in every corner of the space and every plate that leaves the kitchen.

Among the many heritage-led dishes on the menu, the one that truly stole the show was the Chicken Cafreal. Bold, green, spicy, aromatic and unapologetically Goan, it had both Vishal Bhardwaj and Manoj Bajpayee utterly hooked.

The experience was elevated further by Oreum’s signature cocktail, The Gold Standard. A luxurious blend of Cognac, Rye Whiskey, Vermouth Blend, Accented Amaro and bitters, the drink pays homage to Goa’s historic gold trade and has quickly become a favourite among discerning guests. Its rich, spirit-forward character left the celebrity visitors thoroughly impressed and added an elegant finishing touch to an already memorable evening.