tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87318681455102592352024-03-15T18:09:32.098-07:00TwoMouthsFullTwo Mouths Fullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14989431307666135679noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8731868145510259235.post-52039655456619084632018-08-19T10:08:00.002-07:002018-08-19T10:08:52.636-07:00“Unity in Diversity - 29 states- all united in 1 thick gravy” - Ala<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Address: </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">11,
Padma Nagar, Link Rd, Evershine</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Nagar,</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Specialty: Vegetarian Food from 29
states of India<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Type of Restaurant: All day restaurant <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Price Range: 1000/- for two with one
non-alcoholic beverage each. Exclusive of applicable taxes and charges. They
levy a discretionary 8% service charge. We chose to exercise our discretion.
Read on to know why.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">There was much ado about nothing. We
were really excited to try this one. The bubble that was our excitement burst
with a single pin prick called “thick gravy”<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">The moment you enter, you realize the
necessity of the “Swacch Bharat” campaign. There are flies just about everywhere. Run of
the mill wood and steel furniture. Open kitchen, overcrowded, nothing to write
home about. The only aesthetically pleasing thing was the carved wooden swing
in the waiting area.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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but it’s not perfect<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Starters</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">: Paanki Chutney: Paanki is a
Gujrati snack, which is essentially a rice flour pancake cooked between banana
leaves. Visually appealing, the dish lacked flavour and texture. There was no
seasoning whatsoever. A bland start to the meal, it wasn’t as light as it
should have been. That’s the reason the green chutney overpowered the dish.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Maroi Nakuppi Bora: Maroi Nakuppi is
Manipuri for garlic chive and Bora is pakoda. The menu says it comes with a
tomato mint dip. We didn’t get it. The batter was heavy and doughy; the only
flavour that came across was gram flour. The dish was difficult to finish. Your
neighborhood pakoda-wala would probably do a better job.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Mains</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">: Dhanbadi Do Saalan - Twin
gravies served with a butter kulcha . The saalan is the result of the Mughal
influence on Dhanbadi cuisine. The gravies were tasty, the kulcha or flatbread
was ok. What was missing was Dhanbad. The abundant use of red and green
capsicum is reflective neither of Dhanbad nor of Mughlai cuisine.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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This chef’s special was just one more thick gravy, garnished with cream and
coriander. This had no trace of Kerala. Coconut in some form: oil, roasted and
ground or milk is an essential part of Keralite cuisine, along with the curry
leaves and spices. It appeared all of these were vacationing on the backwaters.
Had this not been served with a Kerala paratha, it could have very well been a
Punjabi dish. The vegetable koftas were soft and the paratha was ok. It was
served scrunched up, so we couldn’t tell if they got the distinctive layers
right. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Dessert: We had Carrot or Gajar Halwa,
Doodhi or Bottlegourd Halwa served with Rabdi in an earthen pot. Served with
love, this was utterly disappointing. Despite 2 sets of sweet teeth at the
table, we couldn’t get through a single serve. The dish had been plated what
seemed like ages ago, soaking up all the moisture, leaving behind dry overly
sweet, bordering on inedible carrot halwa, passable Bottlegourd Halwa and an
okayish rabdi.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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They don’t have a great selection of non-alcoholic beverages. We ordered a Kala
Khatta Sherbat which was below average. No childhood memories were brought
back, as promised on the menu.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Service wise, the servers are courteous.
The chef was too shy to make an appearance. He let his food do the talking,
unfortunately it didn’t say much.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">The concept may be food from 29 states,
expect the same old thick gravies base, with random vegetables tossed in,
served in ”multi-cuisine” or “Indian “ restaurants for years. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Our advice to the restaurant is
vegetarianism is a choice and not an obligation. Don’t make your customers
exercise that choice elsewhere.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
concept looks great on paper, the execution needs serious work.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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fly swatter if possible. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Two Mouths Fullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14989431307666135679noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8731868145510259235.post-516010584977529342018-05-07T09:04:00.000-07:002018-05-07T09:04:07.471-07:00“This House runs on Love, Laughter and the Happiest of people” – The blackboard<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Opposite Star Bucks, Bandra West, Chapel Road, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Specialty: New York inspired
menu with locally sourced ingredients<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Type of Restaurant: All day bar and
restaurant <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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restaurant/their website and are subject to change at their discretion<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Price Range: 2500/- for two Exclusive
of Drinks and applicable taxes and charges. They levy a 10% service charge<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">If you want the feel of a New York
style bistro without getting on a plane, this is the place for you<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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levels, a more informal café like seating on the ground and a more formal sit
down style on the first floor. The ground floor is brightly lit and more suited
to brunch or a day-time snack or high tea. Upstairs is better for dinner. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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but its not perfect<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">We were welcomed with mini rainbow
bagels and cream cheese. It was a cute amuse bouche and a good way to set the
mood for a New York inspired dinner.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">To start we ordered the Pork Belly
with chimmichurri. This was an absolute delight. The spices were mild, not to
overpower the pork.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"> potent hit of peri peri toned down for
a global palate. The balance of flavors was perfect. The menu said it comes
served with crushed peanuts. We didn’t find any.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Chicken wings were next on a fairly
long list. The sauce was homage to the indelible impression Chinese food has on
New York. Tangy and hot would be the perfect description.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The Nachos with Chicken were average
and nothing much to write home about. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The Popcorn chicken were bite sized
chicken tenders coated in panko crumbs served with a kimchi mayo. It was a good
bar snack, perfect with a glass of beer. No stars and spangles on this one.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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supposed to be served with a sweet potato mash. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">What we got was sweetened
regular potatoes. Served with a berry jus, this felt like dessert served a
course early. The pork was cooked well, though.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The Jerk chicken was a leg and thigh
served with mashed potato and assorted veggies. The chicken was flavored just
right and cooked well. The jerk flavours didn’t come on too strongly and with
the sides, this made for a decent sized main.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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garlic and rosemary, served with mash and mushrooms. They do the steak to
order, so let them know how you like it.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"> dessert a miss, but we should be back soon. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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side wine Cup which was a concoction of red wine, cranberry juice, bitters and
a slice of orange served on crushed ice. They have a reasonably good selection
of cocktails. If you are with a group, they have pitchers of sangria, buckets
of beer and bottle service on hard liquor.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Service wise, the servers are
attentive and courteous. The menu is fairly descriptive, so its unlikely that
you’ll need help to order.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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they have pitchers of sangria, buckets of beer and bottle service on hard
liquor. They have pizzas to share as well.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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money </span></b><span lang="EN-US">The
starters are reasonably well priced. The mains, taking into consideration
portion size, are on the higher side. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Two Mouths Fullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14989431307666135679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8731868145510259235.post-53728722135637606972018-04-22T07:08:00.000-07:002018-04-22T07:08:56.978-07:00“We do fusion in Indian food” – Ashish Gautam<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Address: 462, Ground Floor AB
Nair Road, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400049<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Specialty: Progressive Pan
Indian food<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Type of Restaurant: All day bar and
restaurant <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The details above are from the
restaurant/their website and are subject to change at their discretion<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Price Range: 2300/- for two Exclusive
of Drinks and applicable taxes and charges. They levy a 10% service charge<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">You’d be better off booking a table
before you go, ‘cos the bells of success are ringing ‘tanatan’. This place is
running to packed houses even on weekdays. That is how good they are, and we
truly hope things stay that way. This restaurant is located on the ground floor
of Hotel Ramee Guestline, also home to “It’s Mirchi”<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The copper-coloured panels with laser
etching and embellishments created a very regal elegant setting, interspersed
with some fun quotes. Influences from cultures across the country is evident.
The kitchen is open. The copper vessels, cauldrons, tandoor and the efficiency
and speed at which the kebabs and flatbreads are being turned out onto the pass
is quite a treat to the eyes. There is a stage where there are live
performances, and a bar to get you into the mood. They can cater to bigger
groups or private dining as well.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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but its not perfect<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">To start we ordered the Crispy Jheenga
tempura in a Curry leaf Lemongrass broth. The presentation was impressive. A
perfectly cooked prawn in a tempura batter served alongside a teapot full of
the most flavoursome soup. The combination worked a charm. The soup was a
rather generous portion. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">From the “Choti Bhook” section we
ordered the Bhuna Chaap which is mutton chops slow roasted in a traditional pot
and finished on an iron griddle. The chops were cooked to perfection,
succulent, falling off the bone. We could have polished off a dozen easily. This
comes with a piped chilly potato and onion rings. Despite the name, the portion
size was reasonably large. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Mains are
divided into “Chef ki Marzi” or Chef’s choice and “Aap ki marzi” or your
choice.</span></span></i></div>
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flavoured rice with a whole lamb shank. The meat was falling off the bone. If
you are a fan of marrow, you would probably have to ask for assistance. The
raita is served in a miniature milk can. Cute, and the raita was thick, with
the tomato and cucumber fresh. A good portion and an absolute delight. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"> From the looks of it, it’s a regular falooda with the
vermicelli and chia seeds. Instead of the kulfi, you have a scoop of vanilla
ice cream and a scoop of raspberry sorbet. The raspberry was tangy, the
sweetness of the entire dessert was just right. We could see the fusion they
speak of here. This was a good example of progressive Indian Cuisine.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">We also had a chocolate lava cake with
a scoop of vanilla icecream. The latter was procured from “Its Mirchi” The
chocolate lava cake, true to its name, had a liquid centre with a caramel
hazelnut ”lava” . We couldn’t have had a more perfect end to the meal.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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interesting fusion cocktails and shots along with the regular fare. We had the
Anar ka Pyar which has pomegranate seeds, orange rind and clove reduction, mint
and a splash of cranberry.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Service wise, the servers are
attentive and courteous. They offer suggestions willingly. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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celebration, you don’t have to be bothered with bringing a cake. One can be arranged
for you from “It’s Mirchi” within a moment’s notice.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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money </span></b><span lang="EN-US">Given
the portion sizes and quality of food and service, it is good bang for your
buck<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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restaurant, so you can put your evening wear to good use.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Address: </span><span lang="EN-US"> B-12, Off New Link Road, Ghanshyam Nagar, Veera Desai
Industrial Estate, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400102<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Specialty: Confused Italian<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Type of Restaurant: All day bar and restaurant.
At the time we visited, the restaurant didn’t have a liquor license.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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restaurant/their website and are subject to change at their discretion<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Price Range: 2600/- for two with one
non-alcoholic beverage each. They levy a 10% service charge. Exclusive of
applicable taxes and charges. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">They have a smaller older outlet in
Khar with seating for 20. This place seats around 70.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">The interior is elegant, with wood
panels in muted blues and browns. The criss-cross niches for wine bottles
translate across the walls right from the entrance to the bar. They have
an open kitchen and small bar area. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Life’s Good,
but it’s not perfect<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Starters: </span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">We started with the<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> Dough Balls </i>which as the name implies,
were little dough balls, oven baked and served with a garlic butter. 10 pieces
in a serve, it was a fairly good start to the meal, with freshly baked bread.
The downside was the generous bits of raw garlic mixed through the butter.
Avoid this one if you’re on a date. You get the drift.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Mains</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">: The pizzas are available
in 10” and 14”. We had the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Stagioni</i> which
was a thin crust pizza with pepperoni, ham, olives in a tomato sauce base. This
was the best part of the meal. Fairly generous with the toppings, the base was
just right. They don’t specify if the olives you get would be green or
kalamata.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Limoncello</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">
comes with penne, which we got replaced by fettucine. The pasta was al dente.
The sauce was creamy. That’s where the fun ended. We had precisely 4 Gamberi or
prawns and no Limoncello in the sauce. Despite checking with the server, prior
to placing the order, we were served a sauce minus Limoncello. The chef later
clarified that this was since they have no bar license. There was an obvious
lack of communication between the kitchen and the servers. It was news to our
server that Limoncello is a liqueur. We had an unfortunate cherry on the cake
or pasta in this case, in the form of a single strand of pickled onion. The
chef said this was for garnish, to add colour to the dish. Pickled onion on a
cream sauce! Taste was clearly sacrificed for what they thought was
aesthetic.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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clearly a French intruder into Italian territory. We ordered this since the
other desserts were either unavailable or would take an undue amount of time.
This arrived rather swiftly, probably since it made its way directly from the
refrigerator to our table, making no stops. Granulated sugar was used, so the
crackle on the top was uneven. Excessively sweet and grainy on the palate, we
couldn’t get past more than a spoon each. The chef was at a loss as to the
texture and what could have gone wrong. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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license. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Service wise, the servers are
attentive but could do with a lot more food knowledge. The chef was confused. More
than 90% of the menu is Italian, though they are missing classics like lasagna,
ravioli and gnocchi. With the exception of the cannelloni and the tortellini,
all the pasta is store bought. The menu is riddled with typos. We couldn’t help
but point this out, and hope they have made corrections. Sticking out like sore
thumbs were the chicken sliders with barbeque sauce, Moroccan harissa and Chimichurri.
Italian cuisine has such a rich variety, what is the need to look elsewhere?
The chef said that was “to be different”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>If they intend the Life of this Pi to be a long one, they desperately
need a more competent staff or at the very least a consultant to educate and
inform them. <span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">The restaurant is inside a building,
it could get a bit difficult to locate. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">What to wear</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Anything Casual. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Drinks, Andheri 4/5<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Address: </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">B26/1, Aver Road, Veera Desai
Industrial Road, Opposite VIP Plaza, Near Infintiy Mall, Off New Link Road,
Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400053</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Specialty:
This is the place you go to party. Food from around the world, designed
to complement drinks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of Restaurant: All day bar and restaurant <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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details above are from the restaurant/their website and are subject to change
at their discretion<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Range: 2500/- for two with one non-alcoholic beverage each. Exclusive of
applicable taxes and charges. They levy a 10% service charge<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Lord
of the Drinks is spread across 10,000 sq ft , 2 floors with a bar on each
floor. They also have an al fresco seating on the ground level.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Spacious
is a term seldom used to describe restaurants in Mumbai. Low lighting and music
that gets louder as the evening progresses, makes this the perfect place for a
date or an evening out with friends. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Life’s Good, but it’s
not perfect<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">We
had a LOT to eat here, which only goes to show how good everything was<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Corn
& Mushroom Tart shell was as the name suggests, Corn and mushroom, in a
black pepper béchamel, topped with Goat cheese and caramelized onion. Perfectly
crisp short crust shells with a tasty filling. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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corn & Roasted garlic Dimsum was a unique combination as far as dimsums go.
This intrigued us on the menu, which is why we ordered it. Perfectly cooked
dimsums, with two sauces which added flavour and zing to the dish.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Fried Mixed veg was a combination of Asian veg, mildly spiced in an oriental
sauce. An interesting bar snack for a vegetarian.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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found the vegetarian snacks on offer tasty despite our predisposition to
non-veg. We moved onto home ground with…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Dilli
Chili which is none other than the all time favorite chilli chicken done in the
Delhi Chindo style. The chicken was perfectly cooked and came with a side of
fried noodles for crunch.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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then had the Non-veg Tandoori Platter with a trio of Chicken Tikka, Gilafi
seekh and Fish Tikka with a Kasundi Glaze. Served on skewers, the meat was
cooked to perfection. Great portion size. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Three
cheese baked mushroom was Mushroom in a Mornay sauce </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">(a Béchamel sauce with grated cheese) </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">with Cheddar and Parmesan,
baked in a mashed potato ring. If you are drinking, this carb-heavy dish is something you would enjoy. Not a classic Mornay, this was enjoyable, nonetheless.</span></div>
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Makhani Paneer Casserole was served with pickled onions and Laccha Paratha. A
simple but rich dish, we were delighted to find a makhani sauce that was not as
sweet as it tends to be. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Biryani was a recommendation we couldn’t refuse. And we were glad we didn’t. A
fragrant biryani with a generous serving of mutton, falling apart and perfectly
spiced. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Paan Icecream Martini was Paan spiked Icecream with rose dust, khopra (dry
dessicated coconut) , betel nut slivers, betel leaf and a thandai shot. As
someone who cringes at the very thought of paan, this is the dish we’d go back
for. A perfect end to the meal.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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all. Great selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Good variety of
both domestic and imported. They have a quarter and bottle service on a fair
number of brands.<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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a watering hole, the food is phenomenal. Eat well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Two Mouths Fullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14989431307666135679noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8731868145510259235.post-31052202286314062552018-01-21T10:22:00.000-08:002018-02-04T01:26:10.320-08:00“Idhar macchi ekdum fresh milta hain (The fish here is extremely fresh) “- Purandar Shetty, Manager<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Home, Irla<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>4/5<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Address: 115,
S. V. Road, Irla, Vile Parle West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400056<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Specialty:
Manglorean Sea food<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Type
of Restaurant: All day bar and restaurant <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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details above are from the restaurant/their website and are subject to change
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Price
Range: 2200/- for two with one non-alcoholic beverage each. Exclusive of
applicable taxes and charges. They don’t levy a service charge<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">The
concept of a Lunch home is popular on the Mumbai food scene. Harish is, in our
opinion, one of the best. They pride themselves on the freshness of their
produce, particularly seafood. Other than their own cuisine, Manglorean, they
serve food from the rest of the South, Punjabi and Chinese. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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frills, comfortable. There are two family dining rooms on the 1<sup>st</sup>
floor of the restaurant.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Life’s Good, but it’s
not perfect<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Starters</span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">: We started with the crab butter
garlic. They serve it de-shelled, on request, and we prefer not to have to
wrestle with our food, unless absolutely necessary. This is an Oriental
preparation in a butter garlic sauce with spring onion and fresh red chilies.
On the face of it, it looks like a simple dish, but it brings out the delicate
crab flavour perfectly. This is the dish that takes us back .<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">From
the tandoor, we had the fish Noorani Tikka. This dish has boneless pieces of
Rawas or Indian salmon marinated in a brown spice mix, unlike the typical fiery
red tandoori masala we are accustomed to. A good sized portion, you get six
perfectly cooked pieces, served with a coriander and mint chutney, shallots,
lemon wedges and pickle on the side. A dollop of the chutney and a squeeze of
lime…pure bliss.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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came the Prawn Malabari Fry, a delicacy from Gods own country, Kerala. Batter
fried, akin to a Prawn Koliwada. The spice mix with the curry leaf garnish is a
perfect snack if you’re having a drink. 14-15 medium sized prawns, deep fried
to a golden brown. So perfectly done, no condiment is required.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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do a mean prawn tandoori and a pomfret stuffed with</span></span></div>
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prepare.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Mains</span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">: We had the Prawn Mallipuram with
Neer dosa and Appam. Delicately flavoured yellow gravy, with a coconut milk
base, this dish busts the myth that all keralite food packs a punch. We paired
this with Neer Dosa and Appam, both rice pancakes, one from Mangalore and the
other from Kerala. Both worked a charm. You could have this with rice as well.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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could also try the Gassi, which is a Manglorean coconut based red gravy with
seafood of your choice. They also serve it with chicken and mutton. Equally
interesting is the seafood Pulimunchi .<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Drinks: </span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">They have a vast choice of both
alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The cocktail selection is limited. If
alcohol is not your thing, ask for a glass of chilled sol kadi-a concoction of
coconut /coconut milk and kokum with a dash of chilly, garnished with green
coriander. This is just so refreshing, particularly in summer!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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wise, the servers are attentive and friendly. Do ask them for recommendations.<span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Don’t
judge a book by its cover. The humble exterior is deceptive. Take your taste
buds up a flight of stairs, they’ll thank you later. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Two Mouths Fullhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14989431307666135679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8731868145510259235.post-55100239216324985192018-01-07T08:42:00.000-08:002018-01-07T08:42:07.272-08:00“I can travel miles for the love of food “-Chef Milan Gupta<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Taftoon, BKC<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>3.5/5<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Address:Ground
Floor, Naman Centre, Unit No.2, KBC, Opposite Dena Bank, Bandra Kurla Complex,
Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051<span style="background: white; color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Specialty:
Food from places on the Grand Trunk route all the way from Afghanistan,
through Pakistan, North India, Ladakh, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West
Bengal, finally crossing over and halting at Bangladesh.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Type
of Restaurant: All day bar and restaurant <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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details above are from the restaurant/their website and are subject to change
at their discretion<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Price
Range: 2600/- for two with one non-alcoholic beverage each. Exclusive of
applicable taxes and charges. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">The
restaurant endeavors to take you on a journey from Kabul to Kolkata on the
Grand Trunk route, out of the history books, and onto our plates. One of
the things that connected these places was the taftan. The oldest name for this
bread was taftoon, hence the name of the restaurant.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Taftoon
turned out to be a lesson in ancient Indian culinary history and all the
various the ways in which ingredients and cooking techniques have traversed geographical
boundaries.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Taftoon
is a spacious place, all pale yellow lighting, wooden flooring and hexagonal lamps.
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<span style="font-size: large;">An open kitchen gives a view into the making of the dishes, especially the
breads. There are no overt references to the cultural histories that
cumulatively make up the Grand Trunk Road. Disparate design elements are strewn
across Taftoon—and noticeable only if you are really paying attention, peeking
at you from the alcoves and walls. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">They
use a Robata grill and traditional <i>degchis</i> and Lucknowi <i>lagans
to </i>send out delicate kebabs and grilled dishes.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Pakodey </span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">is a Ladakhi
preparation of boneless chicken wings<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> </i>tossed
in ginger, turmeric and honey, as the menu suggests. We guess there was a lot
more by way of a marinade, but obviously, they are holding their cards close to
their chest. The chicken was succulent, cooked just right and not very greasy.
There were complex flavors in an apparently simple dish. A show stealer and an
apt homage to a route used to transport spice.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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in Lucknow. There are three in a serve, so order accordingly. Sharing this
could get a bit inconvenient as they are served on bite sized breads. It was
tasty, but a little too much chilly overpowered the rest of the spices.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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served in a yoghurt based Yakhni sauce tempered with mustard oil. The sauce is
flavoursome, sadly though, the meatballs were rubbery and tasteless. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Me Rum Shaljam is served in an earthen pot. Well cooked mutton, the turnip adds
flavour and complements the meat. The rum flambé is done tableside. This is a
delightful, Moorish homestyle dish.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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have a good variety when it comes to bread. The Lal naan is flavoured with
rogan or chili oil and sesame seeds. This one is not to be missed. The
restaurant gets their name from the Taftoon. Oven baked, flavored with saffron
and black cardamom, this pairs well with both the mains. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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assortment of chenna-based sweets- sandesh (which was a mini-golf ball which
had to be chased around the plate in an attempt to cut it), malai chop, kheer
kodombo, gulab jamun, chomchom and malai sandwich. Other than the sandesh, the
others were just right.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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they have a vast choice of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Their
signature mock tails and cocktails looked interesting.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">There
is enough on the menu for a second trip. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We had the opportunity to speak to Chef Milan.
His passion for food is admirable. He has invested a lot of time and effort in
studying cooking methods, and tries to keep processes as authentic as possible.
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Address: 1st
floor Rampart Row 30 K Dubash Marg Opp. Max Mueller Bhavan, Near Rhythm House
and Jehangir Art Gallery, Kalaghoda, Fort, Maharashtra 400023<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Specialty: Smokery,
Charcuterie, Bar and Cafe<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Type of Restaurant: All day bar
and restaurant <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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restaurant/their website and are subject to change at their discretion<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Price Range: 3000/- for two
Exclusive of Drinks and applicable taxes and charges. They levy a 10% service
charge<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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call themselves Indias first Smokery. What it really is is a mockery of
a smoke house. The Boston Butt is the American name for a cut of pork that
comes from the upper part of the shoulder and is usually used for pulled pork.
With a name like that, we can only<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>assume the meat would be fabulous. This experience is like that of a
blockbuster Bollywood film with a top of the line cast that goes on to bomb at
the box office. Our first look at the menu told us we’d have to return to do
justice to the vast variety. By the end of the meal, it was clear we’d return
for one reason only, to get our money back. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">With the exposed pipes and
leather upholstery, they are clearly trying to re-create<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the vibe of a pre-Prohibition era restaurant
in the US. Also creeping in there is the hint of the New Orleans French Quarter.
The restaurant is spread over 2 floors, the upper one has a better feel and
yes, the bar.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Life’s Good, but its not
perfect<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">They
make us think of teenagers on their first trip to Amsterdam. They’ve tried to
smoke everything. Sadly there is an inconsistence in cooking and more often
than not, you feel the only smoke, is in the pipes overhead.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Starters</span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">. from the “raw bar” <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">To
start we ordered what they call the house-cured cold-smoked sushi grade blue
thread fin Indian Salmon, cream cheese, shallot oil and mini bagel. Quite a
mouthful, right? And a mouthful that we couldn’t swallow. To make it simpler
for everyone, they should re-name the dish “Salt”, because, quite frankly,
that’s all we could taste. Once we got over the pale grey slices of fish (with
the skin on) that looked like it was undergoing a second rigor mortis and
developed the courage to pop it in our mouths, we instantly wish we hadn’t. The
salinity had our blood pressure surging. Needless to say, we had it sent away. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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platter with pulled smoked pork, the st. Louis style smoked peppery rib, smoked
buffalo brisket, and the bourbon & smoked chilli smoked chicken. The pork
had clearly been pulled a while ago and forgotten about. It was dry and had
lost all of the succulence you would associate with pulled pork. The brisket
was rather odd, fatty in parts, dry in others. The rib was ok. There could have
been more of it. The chicken was overcooked, slightly redeemed by the hot sauce
it came with. The platter is not even slightly worth the price.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<i style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Mains or Full plates </span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">: We were recommended the seafood
gumbo. We expected a medley of seafood; all we got were some very overcooked
morsels of fish and prawn. </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Gumbo</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">is
one of dishes that helped make the Creole-Cajun cuisine of Louisiana so
famous. This dish inspires competitions and festivals. Gumbo is
usually identified by its dark roux, cooked until it is a color "a few
shades from burning". The one we got was more like a tomato sauce, devoid
of flavour. This was served with butter parsley rice. We have to take their
word of it. We couldn’t taste the </span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">butter.
Having eaten and made a few in our time, this was grossly disappointing.</span></span></div>
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take 20-25 minutes. By now, we had no inclination to spend any more time. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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the Curry scented bitch, which seemed more like a racial slur, than a cocktail.
All we had the patience for was an Americano, which took 20 minutes to arrive.
And when it did, tasted like the slurry that Starbucks discards after making
their coffees. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Service
wise, they are couldn’t care less and spent long periods of time lost in
conversation amongst them selves. There were long spells wherein there was no
staff at all. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Insider tips </span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">You are best off on your own. If you
are in the area and have nothing else to do and loads of time to kill, drop in
and order a coffee. They’ll take 10 minutes to confirm they even have it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Value for money </span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Our wallet refuses to accompany us ,
in the event we return <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Jet Airways - Godrej BKC , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E), Mumbai - 400
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: medium;">Specialty: Goan and
Portuguese cuisine<span style="font-size: large;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Type of Restaurant: All day bar
and restaurant <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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restaurant/their website and are subject to change at their discretion<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Price Range: 2000/- for two, exclusive of Drinks and applicable taxes and charges. They levy a 10% service
charge<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">The
best way to describe this restaurant would be to call it a “happy place” While
the décor takes you back in time, the food is a delightful combination of old
Goan - Portuguese recipes and contemporary flourishes and flavor combinations.
This restaurant appears to be a homecoming of sorts for Head Chef and Top Chef Masters
winner, Floyd Cardoz. His childhood food memories, growing up in a Goan family,
are more than evident in the food. After the success of The Bombay Canteen, he
has indeed delivered a home run.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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arched ceilings, wicker chairs, blue and white azulejos tiles and a swinging
playlist, create a charming old world feel, making it difficult to believe that
you’re in the glass and concrete business district of BKC. The lights are timed
to dim as the evening proceeds, taking the mood from an upbeat party to a
cheerful dinner with friends and family.</span><span style="background: white; color: #030202; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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perfect<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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Pedro’s menu brings forth meals from the Catholic, Saraswat and Portuguese
kitchens. The common element is the attention to detail, which makes every dish
a delight. They have Tapas-style small plates, allowing you to try more, along
with the larger plates and ‘thalis’ at lunchtime.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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to popular perception of Goan – Portuguese food, vegetarians have plenty to
choose from. They also have a separate all vegetarian menu.</span></span><br />
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you are not a fan of high volumes and like to hear yourself think as you eat,
you may want to avoid weekend dinner, or carry a pair of ear buds. The place
tends to get jam-packed and rather loud. But with the food and drinks flowing,
the conversations are bound to.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Starters or what they
call quarter plates: </span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Mornings
in Goan homes are ushered in with the tinkling bell of the ‘poee-walla’s’
cycle. The poee is the Goan Sourdough; served with butters in 4 flavors. You
can choose to have them individually or go for all 4. Vegetarian options are ‘balchao’
and black pepper cheese. The non-vegetarian options are the pork rosemary and chorizo.
Much to our surprise, we preferred the veg ones. They are proud of their poee,
and rightly so. The best we have eaten, outside of Goa.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Pork Chicharones Ambotik is pork crackling sprinkled with a Goan spicy sour
masala mix. It’s a small portion and is the perfect bar snack.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Castro’s fish mousse is a contemporary twist on the very traditional Portuguese
sardines in tomato and olive oil. Serving it in a sardine tin is a nice touch.
The rich creamy texture gives it an almost foie gras like feel. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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call Half plates: </span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The
Red snapper Poke is a cured fish dish, akin to a ceviche, a tartare or a
carpaccio. The traditional Hawaain Ahi poke is made with tuna. It is served in
chilled coconut milk seasoned with raw mango bits and chilly. Served in a
coconut shell, and topped with ‘kurmura’ or rice crispies for texture, this is
a dish we’d go back for. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Tongue Prosciutto is cured tongue served with a mustard aioli and potato
sallies(matchsticks). The paper thin slices of veal tongue take us back to
Italy. Although, prosciutto is Italian for ham. The dish is plated in layers
and needs to be mixed , but once you do, it’ll be gone in a minute.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Mains or Full plates </span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">: The Feijoada is a traditional
Portuguese/Brazilian stew made with black beans and beef or pork. It is served here
with Goan pink beans and Duck done two ways. We preferred the crispy skin and
perfectly pink duck breast to the slow cooked leg. Having said that, both work
well with the stew.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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perfectly fried little dough balls dusted with sugar and cinnamon comes with 3
sauces: salted caramel with Goan Jaggery, dark chocolate with hazelnut and
lemon cream. We could not get enough of
the salted caramel and the lemon cream.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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the Goan alcohol culture was hard without the classic local brews like ‘feni’. Not
to be deterred, they have created their own brews by infusing vodka with cashew
and rum with ‘kokum’ (a souring agent). Their Cashew-In-Spirit is an
ode to Goan home brews, while Finding Funny plays on the traditional way of
cutting the pungent smell of ‘feni’ with salt. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Coconut Cream ale (Pedro’s Naariyal Paani) is a craft</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> beer which is light and
with just the slightest hint of coconut, is delightful. It feels like having
beer in a coconut shell.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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welcome drink, the Meri tai, which is their take on Mai-tai is served in traditional
tiny port wine glasses and leaves you wanting more. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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have Portuguese wines as well: red, white and bubbly. Served as glasses or whole
bottles. Not to be missed. They also have house wines.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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wise, they are eager to please, and attentive, even if the place is packed. <span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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order. The servers are eager to please and super helpful. Or just put your
finger on something and order it. The odds are its good.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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for money. My wallet and tummy, both can’t wait to go back. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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shirt to an evening gown. Everyone’s too busy having a good time to notice.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="text-decoration-line: none;">Address</span>:</span> Shop no.1, Ganga Niwas, Chincholi Bunder, Opp. Lakozy Toyota, Link Road,
Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Burgers, Ribs, Steaks<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of Restaurant: All day bar and restaurant or Adda<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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details above are from the restaurant/their website and are subject to change at
their discretion<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Price
Range: 1200/- for two with one non-alcoholic beverage each. Exclusive of
applicable taxes and charges. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Reminiscent
of an American Diner, this is one of Malad’s coolest hangouts. The newest “it”
place could have you waiting for a table for a substantial amount of time,
especially if you want a seat inside the restaurant, away from the Link road
traffic. But the food is worth the wait. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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look they are going for is American Diner. From the American flag to images of
Elvis and Madonna, down to the menu, their love for all things American is
apparent. But it really is all about the food. <span style="background: white; color: #030202; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Starters: </i>The Burgers are great. The larger ones
can get a bit messy to eat, but that’s what tissues are for. Everyone is too
busy to notice the mess you are making anyway, so eat away!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">The
All American Sweet & Spicy BBQ Chicken Wings is on the sweeter side, but
then BBQ chicken tends to be so. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Beer Battered Fried fish could do with some more flavour. Skip this one if you’re
here for the steak. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is hands down the steak. The pork chops can get a bit dry. The tenderloin (served
with a bordelaise sauce and veggies), the ranch style( with creamed spinach and
potatoes) and the carpetbagger (stuffed with celery and shrimp, served in a red
wine sauce) are all delicious. They make them to order, so do specify how you
want it done: rare, medium-rare, medium or well done. We like ours medium rare
and they managed to get it right. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Jambalaya is great if you are someone who must have rice with your meal. This medley of chicken, sausages, shrimp and vegetables may disappoint if you have
had the original.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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end to the meal. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Stacks and Racks Special is great if you like chocolate. Chocolate cake with ice-cream
is almost always a crowd- pleaser. It could be a bit much if you have done justice
to the rest of the menu. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the food, the fish and chips or the onion rings, for instance has you wishing
you could reach out for a chilled glass of beer. But once you get busy digging into
your meal, you don’t miss it at all. The iced tea is great. You can try the
pink lemonade as well, it’s interesting.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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for money. They have their own loyalty system, hashtag loyalty. Download the
app for free stuff/discounts on subsequent visits. Go there once, and the odds
are you’ll return. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Price Range: 3000/- for two Exclusive of Drinks and applicable
taxes and charges. They levy a 10% discretionary service charge<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">The city’s
first and probably only Peruvian restaurant is a little slice of Lima, along
with a bit of Brazil and Mexico, influenced by China, Japan and Korea and
modified to suit the “Indian palate”. Confused? Apparently, so are they</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> </span></div>
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strikes you is the artificial grass on the ceiling. No, your eyes aren’t
playing tricks. Its really there. Overall pleasing, the décor is a mix of
Portuguese, Spanish and what have you. A reasonably large bar if you are
looking for an after work tipple. Well-spaced seating, pleasant lighting and
music that allowed conversation, made for a comfortable setting. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">The<b> </b>location works. Bang in the middle of
the Business District, it’s a good place for a working lunch or a relaxing
drink after work. Nothing on the menu shocks, surprises or even thrills your
palate. Good quality, fresh produce. Good variety for non-vegetarians.
Vegetarians are catered to as well, though sometimes at the cost of taking
liberties with a ceviche or a tiradito, dishes which by definition, are made
with raw fish, but are served up with baby corn, asparagus, mushroom and
zucchini. The Chinese Cantonese influence on Peru is apparent in the Chifa
options, as is the Japanese in the Nikkei. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Starters:</span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"> The Lamb taco was melt in the mouth
perfection. One serving has 3 pieces, but you could easily put away more. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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influenced Chicken Gochujang has a tad too much honey, presumably to tone down
the potent hit of the gochujang chilly. This is served with a green tomato
salsa, which is more of chutney, but tasted good, nonetheless.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Mains:</span></i><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"> The Chicharron is a Lima style fried
pork rib. Fantastic portions, amazing produce. Tantalizing dry spice rub on the
outside. But, that’s where it ends. The flavor doesn’t permeate through and the
whole dish is difficult to finish. We couldn’t, and we LOVE pork. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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for space in the dessert section along with the more traditional Yucca
Tresleches (which is made with fresh cassava root and 3 milks) and the Enamorado ( a rather delightful concoction of baked
chocolate mousse, Pisco, coffee and dark chocolate)</span></span></div>
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understand. What was the Middle East doing in the middle of things?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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drinks menu offers pisco (brandy) and cacha</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">ç</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">a (similar but NOT the same as
white rum) from Peru. The main difference in production between the two
distillates, is that rum is made with boiled sugar cane juice (molasses).
Cachaça, however, has historically always been made with fresh sugarcane
juice, called <i>garapa</i>. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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however, offer a fair selection of cocktails based on these two, along with the
staple options available elsewhere.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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they are eager to please, without constantly hovering, and concerned if
something’s not to your liking. An extra
half point for service.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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order. The servers are fairly knowledgeable when it comes to what goes into the
food, thankfully. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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8 course meal for 2 called the ‘Lima Grand Fiesta’ which comes with both veg
and non-veg options and a glass of house wine each. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">Something's Cooking!☺☺</span></h2>
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