Someone once said, “Good food is good mood”. While we’re not quite sure who said that, we certainly know this: where the good food is currently at, irrespective of which part of the country you’re residing in. From reimagined cuisines to the sheer goodness of traditional cuisines; a volley of restaurants in Mumbai, Goa, Delhi, and Bengaluru have revamped their menus with fresh offerings. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the best ways of spending this weekend and the impending week.
If You Are In Mumbai
Slip Into The Winter Mood
Perch has launched an all-new menu to usher in winter. Delve into offerings like tempeh bolognese with zucchini noodles, aglio olio as the weather records an evident nip in the air. There are an array of scrumptious offerings to choose from. The highlights of the menu include, their olives and vegan cheese platter; warm pumpkin and goat’s cheese salad; and pomegranate with caramelised chili walnut and balsamic dressing. For those with a bigger appetite, their hearty sausage and pork scotch egg, which is peppered with piccalilli turmeric emulsion and broccoli, is a great option.
Where: Off Carter Road Pali Hill, Bandra West
Timings: 12:00 PM – 04.00 PM
Call: +91 9321375915
Cost: ₹1,500 for two people
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Enjoy A Refreshing New Cocktail Menu
One doesn’t need a reason to visit Seefah, but they are providing you with a great one anyway. Their new cocktail menu, created together by the bar and kitchen teams, is a diverse mix of cocktails featuring spirits ranging from gin and whisky to umeshu. Try creations like the shiso tonic, 505, holy garden, and more and taste ingredients from Thailand, Japan, India and other corners of the world
Where: Hill Road, Bandra West
Timings: 02:00 PM- 03.30 PM | 07:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Call: +91 8928888710
Cost: ₹2,200 for two people
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Celebrate Southeast Asian Cuisine
Located in South Mumbai, Plural is a Southeast and East Asian restaurant that offers preparations from Vietnam, Laos, Korea, Thailand and more. The meat-free restaurant tries to focus on sustainability and their new menu represents that, too. Try dishes such as the crunchy lotus chips, cauliflower tacos, Thai bruschetta, beetroot carpaccio, steamed tofu with garlic scape vinaigrette, and kale and crunchy quinoa salad. The stone-bowl bibimbap is a must-try.
Where: Kala Ghoda, Nagidas Master Road, Fort
Timings: 11:00 Am – 10:00 PM
Call: +912249605020
Cost: ₹2,000 for two people
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Make Lunch A Cantonese Affair
KOKO has collaborated with one of London’s most celebrated chefs, Chef Lee Che Liang, the MasterChef of South East Asia for a week-long pop-up. The team will serve its patrons a wide range of Cantonese specials including park chinois, duck, and rice. Drop by for lunch or dinner.
Where: Kamala Mills Compound, Ground Floor, Lower Parel
Timings: 15 -19 November
Call: +919004988887
Cost: ₹3,000 for two people
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Chill On The Weekend With Burgers
Planning to chill with your friends this weekend in the most fuss-free way possible? Head to Boss Burgers in Vikhroli to bond with them over good burgers and beers. Try their cracklin’ pork belly BBQ, juicy Lucy mutton burger, and a truffle shroom burger while there. Pair your meal one of the 26 craft beers they offer on tap.
Where: Imagine Studio, Eastern Express Highway, Vikhroli
Timings: 11:30 AM – 01:30 AM
Call: +917045904729
Contact: ₹2,800 for two people
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If You Are In Bangalore
Drop By A New Asian Joint
If you are an anime fan and have often craved the delicious food that the characters are spotted eating, then head to Bento Bento in Bengaluru for an immersive pan-Asian food experience! The restaurant is helmed by the same duo leading the kitchen and ops at the much-lauded Edible Archives in Goa, so you can be rest assured that this new spot will be worth it.
Where: Binnamangala, Hoysala Nagar, Indiranagar
Timings: 12:00 PM – 03:30 PM | 06:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Call: +919113887578
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Enjoy A Carnival Of Food
Swiggy’s SteppinOut Carnival is organising its first-ever edition of a food festival in Bengaluru. Find Bhava Earth, Bake Stories, Big Chow, 30 Square, Istah Shawarma, The Bowl Company, HolyDoh, and House of Wings serving delicious meals under one roof. Plus, there’ll be live music and a night market.
Where: Jayamahal Road, Nandi Durga Road Extension
Timings: 12 – 13 November
Call: Not Available
Cost: Ticket Price – Rs 799 onwards
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If You Are In Goa
Check Out A New Launch In Goa
Experience authentic Italian cuisine at Taj Fort Aguada Resort and Spa in Goa – Paper Moon. At the diner, guests can choose from a wide selection of wines and cocktails made with local ingredients to complement popular dishes, and also experience a cafe offering the best Italian coffee and drinks.
Where: Sinquerim, Candolim
Timings: 12:00 PM – 03:30 PM, 07:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Call: +91832 664 5858
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Feast At A Quaint Resto-Bar
Housed in a Goan Portuguese villa, Cafe Felix at Anjuna comprises a restaurant, coffee shop, and bar. This month, they have introduced a new menu with global dishes curated using locally produced ingredients. From crispy salads, roasts, juicy burgers, and toasts to cocktails, all you’ve got to do is get comfy and enjoy the view.
Where: Anjuna Mapusa Rd, Mazal Waddo, Anjuna
Timings: 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Call: +919804305911
Cost: ₹1,700 for two people
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If You Are In Delhi
Grab Burgers At This Joint
Bringing unique and distinct flavors from across the world in a bun, Ace Burgers aims to take the burger-bingeing experience in Delhi NCR up a notch with their innovatively-curated gourmet burgers. The menu is inspired by flavours from across the world with options such as Moroccan Burger, Korean Burger, and American Burger. In addition, they have a range of Smash Burgers and recently launched a new series of Short Stack Burgers, too.
Where: Shop No. 2 Panchsheel Local Shopping Centre
Timings: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Call: +918800003417
Cost: ₹250 for one order
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Experience The Taste Of Japan In Delhi
Check out a wide range of fine Japanese delicacies at Maruchi in Delhi. With an expansive indoor and outdoor seating area, the outlet not only offers great food but makes for the perfect spot to go to with friends or post-work to chill out over the weekends. From sushi, dimsums, and gyozas to pan-friend noodles, you can try out everything.
Where: Sri Aurobindo Marg, Kutub Golf Course, Lado Sarai
Timings: 12:00 PM – 01:00 AM
Contact: +919910425070
Cost: ₹2,500 for two people
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If You Are In Pune
Party It Up At This Lounge
Asilo Pune has a new extension – Aliso Terrace. The groovy lounge-cum-bar boasts of a great view of the city’s skyline and the Mula Mutha river, alongside Instragrammable food that doesn’t disappoint. If you’re looking for an intimate spot to host your guests, this is an ideal location.
Where: 2nd Floor, The Westin Pune Koregaon Park
Timings: 05:00 PM – 01:00 Am
Cost: ₹4000 for two people
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