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FLYP@MTV | Review

November 23, 2017

The first FLYP@MTV launched in Mumbai in Kamala Mills (Oasis City).

A co-working space that turns into a hip club, FLYP@MTV is indeed worth a visit. Spread over a fairly huge place, they even have a stage area for gigs and already have names like Nikhil Chinappa performing there. The interiors definitely feel more upscale as compared to the super grunge looking bars. They have well finished wooden seating ranging from smaller 4 seaters to longish community tables. If you prefer a more private set up then you can check out their enclosed seating which has super comfortable couches. Their bar section looks lit and they even an outdoor section where they willl be serving sheesha. They also have a pretty cool bar van in their outside seating area.

FLYP@MTV serves a variety of specialities and all of these have been put together by Chef Ranveer Brar. Interesting mix of flavors and textures is definitely something you can expect here.

Here’s all of the dishes I tried at FLYP@MTV

Roast Melon and Quinoa Salad

Watermelon and arugula is one of my most favorite combinations. Soft watermelon with its inherent sweetness and the bitterness from the arugula leaves is mellowed down with creamy cheese and the light olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing. What adds to the texture is the sprinkle of crispy quinoa on top.

Dahi Ke Kebab

These are not the melt in your mouth soft kind of kebabs, but in fact have a little crunch to them. They come with a rasgulla kachumber on the side which was exceptional – sweet rasgulla pieces along with spiced boiled potato, tomato, onion and coriander. Alternating flavors really felt good in this.

Smokey Paneer Tikka

Soft paneer chunks marinated with Chipotle sauce and spices lead to a super fiery taste. It even has an apparent hot ginger flavor going on. It’s spicy, but delicious!

Tandoori Dhokla

Slight sour and sweet taste from khaman with a charred smoky flavor. This is quite a unique dish! And its topped with patra bits, onion, capsicum and a curry leaf foam which has such a distinctive taste.

Curried Mac n Cheese

Mac n Cheese with a hint of curry leaf flavor. It’s a very interesting dish and is served with herbed toast on the side.

Philadelphia Cheese Cake topped with French Biscotti

A classic cheesecake with a crunchy texture – this one is a surprise honestly! It’s got raspberry coule, chocolate noodles and vanilla pastry cream on the side. The raspberry coule adds a good tarty edge to the subtle taste. Even the chocolate noodles add to the crunchy texture.

Tuesday Wali Drink

I sipped on this all through my meal. It had a sweet flavor from lychee and a sour feel from cranberry. And it also had some ginger bits that took the drink to another level.

I quite enjoyed the food at FLYP@MTV. You can get a variety of interesting finger food and appetizers, pasta, pizza, ramen bowls, Indian meals and lots more. Do check out the place. It’s perfect for ‘flyp’ping from work to party in no time!

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Sunday Brunch at The JW SAHAR Mumbai

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November 21, 2017

I’ve been to JW Sahar on multiple occasions; but this time was special as I was visiting them for their Sunday Brunch.

JW Sahar is known to have one of the best (and also the priciest) Sunday Brunches in the city. It starts at Rs.2700+ and the various pricing options include mocktails, alcohol and champagne respectively.

To give you a glimpse of the whole brunch buffet, I have this video. Do watch it and subscribe to my Youtube channel for more video content.

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Out of all the delicious food at the brunch, here are a few things that I tried and loved.

Chaat

The brunch has an entire section dedicated to chaat and you will find so many different things – Palak Patta Chaat, Samosa, Dabeli, Ragda Pattice, Pani Puri, Dahi Papdi and lots more. If you love chaat then definitely indulge!

Pasta

Pick and choose your sauce and veggies or ask a special recommendation from the Chef – the Pasta at JW Sahar doesn’t disappoint. Since this brunch happened to be a Thanksgiving themed one, I got to try their Pumpkin Ravioli. The feel of butter in this was just out of this world. I also indulged in the classic Arrabiata and it was the perfect tangy flavor.

Tex Mex

I love my tex mex so I indulged in some nachos and also some Quesadilla.

Indian Main Course

The one thing that stood out for me in the main course was their Dal Makhani. This was the first time I actually tried it and boy was it good! Creamy, flavorful and very comforting. I also tried the Chhole, Biryani and the Papad variety.

If you saw the video, then you’d know that the brunch is massive. Apart from the food mentioned above, you also find a whole section dedicated to Cheese, greens and fresh salad, sushi and Japanese cuisine, Thai food, cold-cuts, sea food and lots more.

But the section that completely stole my heart was the Dessert.

You can see the huge variety in this section right from the time you enter JW Cafe. And it’s honestly so beautifully arranged and presented that a part of you would definitely want to pick something up right away. Liqueur filled chocolate bars, cakes, pastries, Indian mithai variety – you will find all of this here! It’s such a massive spread. And it’s not just the quantity of dessert; it’s also the presentation. I mean I’ve seen some of the prettiest looking cupcakes here.

Even the Waffle and Pancake station is such a hit. They are undoubtedly one of the best waffles you will find in the city. And you choose an array of toppings – sauces, fruits, sprinkles, brownies, fruit syrups and what not. Enjoy these plain or with some ice cream to finish off a super lavish meal.

So that was it from my visit to the JW Sahar Sunday Brunch. Definitely visit and share your experience with me. And do keep extra room for dessert!

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Vortex South

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May 18, 2017

Vortex South is yet another name in the all vegetarian bars that South Mumbai seems to be buzzing with.

The interiors are pretty interesting. It kinda seemed to me that Vortex South could even be a cool co-working space during the day- at least it seemed that way from their design. I came here for dinner recently and was quite happy with my food. Here is a sneak peek of everything I tried at Vortex South.

Tomato Basil Soup

If I see this on the menu, chances are that I’m trying it out! And it wasn’t a let down at all. Good consistency and flavor.

Assorted Kebab Platter

The staff at Vortex South was kind enough to serve an assorted kebab platter to me, so that I would get to sample the most. And i liked a lot of these.

The Cornobell was amazing. It was a seekh kebab with corn and bell peppers.

Cheddar Babies were delicious too. Basically baby potatoes with cheese and a heavy basil flavor.

Kaveri – this was paneer tikka with a massive curry leaf flavor.

Khatta is the new spice – a mildly sour kind of twist to paneer tikka.

There were more too. But the ones listed above were the best.

Cheese Burst Pizza

You can see the cheese burst right here – it was a total overdose of cheese.

And the amount of veggie toppings was seriously generous! The sauce was slightly home-style, but honestly I didn’t mind it.

Masala Pasta

I’ve never really enjoyed a white sauce pasta. And call me Desi, but this one with all the right masalas totally worked for me 🙂

Triple Schezwan Rice

This was amazing – that proper old-style Indian-Chinese flavor was so spot on!

Sizzling Brownie

The brownie didn’t feel old, but in fact was perfectly warm. And the sheer size of the brownie chunk – it was enormous!

Berry Mist

This is an all berry drink – different berry juices and slushes together. So it has a very tarty taste – something I love.

Lava Flow

This is like a Banana and Coconut Cream drink. If you love these, then you will enjoy this.

So that was it from my visit to Vortex South. Do try out the place if you are in the area.

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TRE Lounge – Video Tour and Review

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April 5, 2017

TRE Lounge is a cool new place to hangout in the Lower Parel area in Mumbai.

Here is a quick tour from my visit to Tre Lounge

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I hope you enjoyed this little snippet from my visit to TRE Lounge. Here’s everything I had when I visited the place.

LebMex Nachos

Pita bread topped with some cheese. A Lebanese twist to Nachos.

Tre Tandoori Platter

Paneer, potatoes and brocoll – Tandoori style.

Margherita Pizza

Thin crust. Basics done well.

Stone Grill Rice

I highly recommend this dish – it was like schezwan rice with veggies.

New York Cheese Cake

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As delicious as it looks!

Flourless cake

Warm flourless cake served with Vanilla Ice Cream

Drinks
Cinova

Pineapple juice and vodka with a heavy ginger flavoring.

Peach and basil

Light peach with a lingering basil flavor.

Green Mango and kiwi slush

A margherita flavored with green mango and kiwi – so refreshing

Mojito

A mojito that was mostly made of citrus. Perfect for summers.

Sheesha
Dubai special

It was a nice minty and fruity flavor. It was interesting to see the colors changing on the sheesha.

So that was it from my visit to TRE Lounge in Mumbai. The place is huge – multi storeyed and also has an open air are serving sheesha along with food.

I hope you enjoyed watching the video and reading about everything I ate. Have you visited TRE? Let me know your experience of the place in the comments below.

Also if you want me to review any particular places in the city, then let me know and I will try and visit them for you.

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1Above Lower Parel

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January 23, 2017

Pleasant Mumbai night, good food, amazing cocktails and sheesha – that’s how I describe my time at 1Above. Oh, and what made the night more special was that it was an FBAI Soiree!

1Above is a newly launched placed in Mumbai. It is located at Kamala City in Lower Parel and has a beautiful terrace and indoor seating. The place serves food, drinks and sheesha.

Here is a little video from my visit to 1Above.

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When FBAI organizes a Soiree, you can be rest assured that it’s going to be a great night. They get together so many food enthusiasts and ensure that the night is legit lit! And because this place is so beautifully done, it definitely felt like a special evening.

1Above was serving some really great cocktails. Their bar is nicely done and the bartenders do go an extra mile in stirring up a great drink.

I also tried a lot of their finger food. Their nachos platter was absolutely delicious. Crisp nacho chips, cheese sauce and salsa that was just perfect. I absolutely enjoyed these.

They also had a vegetarian keema pav version which was again, really tasty.

And I also tried their Paneer Tikka which was super spicy but definitely appetizing.

1Above also serves sheesha in a variety of flavors.

I quite enjoyed my time at 1Above. If you are looking for a cool rooftop place to hang out around Lower Parel then this can be a great option. Their huge screens definitely make it a pick for watching some great sport, while you enjoy some good food and drinks. They do have a tiny indoor seating section, which seemed to be closed when I visited. All in all, a great place.

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Bombay Cocktail Bar

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January 13, 2017

Andheri has a new party place – it’s Bombay Cocktail Bar!

I was fortunate to visit Bombay Cocktail Bar on their launch night and it was a super fun event. Swanky place, great music and an amazing vibe. That was my feel for Bombay Cocktail Bar. You should check out this little video from my visit!

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Bombay Cocktail Bar located at Andheri is quite a huge place. I quite liked their seating – almost feels like a balcony or stadium seating as it borders alongside the walls of the place. And in the center are some bar stools and tables so that there is enough space for people on the floor to either enjoy a drink or even dance to the music.

Across the dance floor is a pretty huge bar area which is absolutely well stocked. The bar men are constantly getting pretty interesting and quirky looking cocktails ready. You can enjoy a pretty wide variety of drinks here – ranging from vodka infused pani puri shots to a masala chai cocktail.

They do have food as well. You can enjoy not only some finger food and appetizers but also a full on Bombay style Kheema Pav!

If you are looking for a place to party, chill and have a good time around Andheri, then I definitely recommend Bombay Cocktail Bar. You should check out the place. It’s really nicely done. And they do have a lot of popular guest DJs playing some really cool music. I did have a nice time when I visited Bombay Cocktail Bar.

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FBAI Soiree at Cafe Mojo

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December 26, 2016

The FBAI Soiree is an event where foodies from all over the city get together for a rather chilled out evening. Of course, it is but natural for us to be clicking away to glory; but the sheer number of people you meet at this event makes it so special. This is my first FBAI Soiree and I definitely think that these kind of meet-ups go a long way in shaping the ever-growing food community. So kudos to the entire FBAI team for that.

The FBAI Soiree was held at Cafe Mojo – new restaurant located in Mahakali, Andheri (E). Cafe Mojo did turn out to be the perfect venue – because of the sheer number of people, the place needed to be pretty spacious and accommodating. They have an indoor bar area, a small outdoor dinner area and a spacious rooftop kinda area with sheesha as well.

I ended up sampling a few of the vegetarian dishes while I was here and these were pretty good. Here’s what I tried:

These were Chilly Cheese Corn balls. Not the melt in your mouth variety but felt pretty wholesome. I ate way too many of these!

Grilled Pineapple

I absolutely love grilled pineapple – the sweet and slightly sour pineapple flavor in a spicy kinda, Indian sauce.

Vegetarian Pizza

These were mini pizza slices with capsicum, bell pepper, onion and loads of cheese, of course. And they had some really strong pepper going on as well. In fact the pepper made this pizza pretty hot!

This place has a really attractive bar. And you absolutely cannot miss their beer tap which is placed on almost every table. The music that was played was pretty good as well. It seems to be a place to unwind with drinks, music and sheesha and a little food, after a long day.

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True Tramm Trunk Juhu

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November 2, 2016

If you love your beer and are looking for a place to enjoy it with good music and an awesome vibe, then True Tramm Trunk is your place. To be honest, not just beer – choose whatever is your poison or even go ahead and try some ‘desi daru’ and you won’t be disappointed!

What’s awesome at True Tramm Trunk?

Beer Cocktails

Their version of Desi Daru, native to Indian states

Music

Finger Food

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I happened to visit True Tramm Trunk during their Oktoberfest and tasted a lot of their beer cocktails. I’m sure these are going to be available even now.
Beer bomb (Jagger meister with beer)

Coronarita (upside down Corona in a margherita)

Michelada (the beer version of bloody Mary)

Cuber ( beer with that fresh Cucumber flavor) which also has Cucumber pieces in it!

I also tried some Apple Cider Beer which was pretty interesting.

And with these you can have some sliders, which are really interesting – the buns are colored and one of the vegetarian ones was green! These come with fries on the side.

Mushroom and tofu slider

Spinach and corn slider

I also tried a portion of their Paprika Fries which were filled with spices..it’s difficult to stop eating these.

And of course you have your regular beer pints where their options are massive. Or even a tap of beer!

This place serves actual desi daru! Check it out!

Every Indian state has a particular alcoholic beverage that is pretty local there and True Tramm Trunk has managed to recreate the flavor. And even the packaging – doesn’t it look super authentic! These bottles may look all colorful but are super duper strong!

I absolutely loved santra – the tangy orange flavor with vodka.

So if you need a place to chill, drink, dance then True Tramm Trunk is your spot.

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3 Wise Monkeys – Small Talk with Chef Meghnesh

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July 26, 2016

So much fun catching up with Chef Meghnesh from 3 Wise Monkeys. He gives you enough reason to visit this place. Watch!

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And you can totally take my word and order yourself these items when you are here!

Fresh fruit cocktail jars
I haven’t seen these anywhere yet. But great concept. Fresh fruit and some alcohol together. The flavors are nice and refreshing and yet you don’t miss out on the kick! I tried the Cucumber + gin and the Melon + vodka. Melon and vodka was super duper tangy and fruity while Cucumber and gin was refreshing yet not overpowering. I loved both!

Blue frog
5 white spirits in one. This is one mean cocktail and can get you buzzing quite quick!

Curry Spiced Indian potatoes
Potato chunks deep fried, loads of masala and some curry leaves for tempering and flavor. Slightly spicy but oh so delicious! I couldn’t stop eating these.

Mexican nachos
I normally like to have nachos pretty plain – just cheese, salsa and chips. But for a change in quite liked the whole shabam going on with the Mexican nachos here. It had corn, tomatoes, capsicum, cheese and some mayo. Pretty tasty.

Pizza fries
French fries and pizza – stuff cannot get better than this! French fries that are flavored with some pizza sauce, olives and lots of cheese. Try these for sure.

Aloo dum biryani
Amazingly yummy..comes in a jar and the Raita is served very interestingly too. Extremely tasty. The masalas aren’t overpowering at all.

Kahlua, brownie and ice cream
This dessert was literally like the cherry on top of all the amazing food I ate. The combination speaks for itself. You have to try this.

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Mighty Small Cafe, Lower Parel

Bar Casual Dining

June 9, 2016

Review – Mighty Small Cafe

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Rating – ⭐⭐⭐ and half

Zomato peeps were really sweet to give me a voucher for this place. Mighty Small is in between all of the madness at Smashh. This place has a carnival theme to it which I think describes my previous statement! Bright colors, lots of light and awesome music.

Recommend:
Disco idli
Flame Grilled Paneer
Paneer butter masala meal
Paneer biryani meal
Amazing music!

Don’t recommend strongly – the cupcakes!

I read a lot about the disco idli here and so I tried it out. It was mini idlis tossed in ghee, curry leaves, some peppers and some mustard seeds. A very heavy ghee feel to it, but they were pretty decent. Slightly spicy though.

Then I tried the Flame Grilled Paneer – soft paneer pieces with capsicum and the Indian onion salad. The presentation for this dish is pretty interesting.

Then I tried the butter paneer and butter naan meal – the gravy was pretty tasty – not overly creamy and just the right amount of tangy.

I also tried their amritsari chole and kulcha – the chole I didn’t care much about but the kulcha was great.

I also tried their cupcakes – none of them is worth talking about! They were dry and didn’t feel very fresh.

Then I tried the paneer makhani biryani – first impression for this was that the paneer butter masala has been used to make this ? but actually it’s paneer was a bit different. Overall this felt more like a heavier pulao and not so much biryani. It came with all the taam jhaam of having the roti covering for added flavor. It was served with some raita and papad.

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The first FLYP@MTV launched in Mumbai in Kamala Mills (Oasis City).

I’ve been to JW Sahar on multiple occasions; but this time was special as I was visiting them for their Sunday Brunch.

Vortex South is yet another name in the all vegetarian bars that South Mumbai seems to be buzzing with.

TRE Lounge is a cool new place to hangout in the Lower Parel area in Mumbai.

Pleasant Mumbai night, good food, amazing cocktails and sheesha – that’s how I describe my time at 1Above. Oh, and what made the night more special was that it was an FBAI Soiree!

Andheri has a new party place – it’s Bombay Cocktail Bar!

If you love your beer and are looking for a place to enjoy it with good music and an awesome vibe, then True Tramm Trunk is your place. To be honest, not just beer – choose whatever is your poison or even go ahead and try some ‘desi daru’ and you won’t be disappointed!

So much fun catching up with Chef Meghnesh from 3 Wise Monkeys. He gives you enough reason to visit this place. Watch!

Follow my food journey and stay in touch with me on Snapchat and Instagram

Review – Mighty Small Cafe

Rating – ⭐⭐⭐ and half