Traditionally heavy bites get a lighter touch at these restaurants.

Dear Vital Juice,

I do my best to eat healthy. But that means some of my favorites are out--Mexican and Indian food are just too heavy, right? I don't know if I can stick to healthy eating if it means I can't have them!

--Missing Mexico and Mumbai

Dear MMM,

Good news! We've found two new spots where you can enjoy your favorites...and keep your diet in check. With a gourmet take on classic comfort foods, each of these features fresh cuisine with fewer calories.

Indian innovation: This Silver Lake newbie has stunning décor that and artful presentation to match--down to menus wrapped in sparkling bangles, and a dreamlike dining room draped in hundreds of yards of white tulle.

Mexican marvel: Head to Beverly Hills for this stylish, cozy new kitchen where everything is made in-house with market-fresh ingredients (even pickled carrots and delicious tortillas), and you won't find a goopy dish in the place.

Now that's foreign flair.

Know someone who craves comfort food? Send her this email!