From Asian burgers to donburi ramen, Seefah's home and office deliveries sped off during the lockdown, thanks to regular customers who were craving a hit of their Asian dose. So, when the order by the state government allowing restaurants to open came, everyone assumed Seefah's doors would open soon. But, the restaurant is far from it. Chef Seefah does not want to take any risks.

I am not going to open the restaurant and risk the lives of staff and customers. Taking Bangalore's example when it first opened and shut in 3 weeks due to a spike in COVID-19, I will only continue delivery. I have worked in hotels and I know the close proximity at which we work to run a full restaurant. Of course, temperature checks and strict hygiene procedures are put in place, but it is not enough during a pandemic. I have a staff of 30, out of which 15 have gone back to their villages. Our delivery kitchen works only with six people, Karan and I included. But, opening up anytime soon is not an option," said Chef Seefah Ketchaiyo, of the restaurant she started with husband, Chef Karan Bane."