GOA DIARIES...

GOA...

There's something truly magical about Goa. The walk on the beaches to the sun sets, the soaking up in the sun to curling up at the shacks with chilled beer. It has it all. That's why the tagline 365 days on a holiday.

My food trails at Goa have been interesting. From the normal shacks to the restaurants. The below mentioned ones are my favourites.

Must Go - Ritz Classic, Panaji

Ritz Classic is a multi-cuisine restaurant based in Goa renowned for its seafood & Goan Thali since 1978.

A normal fish thali ranges costs you Rs 300 and it’s just amazing.

Must haves are their king fish thali, prawn curry and prawns rawa fry.

Must Go – Nidhi Bar & Restaurant, Ashvem

In the interiors of Ashvem is a small tiny miny bar and restaurant, I got the reference from one of the locals and since then till date no fish food has matched the meal I have had at this place.

This tops the list from the pricing to the quality to the taste. It has it all.

Must haves:

King fish thali – Rs 300-400

Prawns rawa fry –Rs 250

Prawns Thali – Rs 300 – 400

Must Try – Kenny's, the breakfast place, Calangute

If u know how important it is to start your day with best breakfast, then you are at the right place. I came across this via a search, seeing the reviews I decided to give it a visit, and it was worth it!!!

A quaint and cosy joint, an all-day breakfast place, Kenny’s is run by a Goan couple. Patrons swear by their stellar “English Breakfast” that includes all the classic components — sausages, eggs, baked beans etc. Place is very small, so dont go assuming by the size. The reason being quality control by the chef himself, it seems hes quite a perfectionist. (the presentations of food were picture perfect)

Must Have:  Omelettes are exceptional. And always served with a smile. Highly recommended

Price for 2 – Rs 800

Pune on my mind - Part 1

Pune is a city of young people, often referred to as the ‘Oxford of the East,’ it welcomes the youth with an open heart, and hence it has an amazing splurge of food at the best rates.

Be it club hopping, Daaru or food joint hopping this city will never let you down.

They have the most awesome places that will always give you that "Hatke Experience"

Pune is more than just a place. It's a mood, a feeling - totally memorable every time i hit this wonderful local getaway.

One amazing foodie journey and many more to explore in this city of crazy taste..

From a chicken tikka roll at Kapilas, to bun Maska chai, kheema pav and half fry at Goodluck, from a mango milkshake at Sujaata mastaani, to a yummy chicken cheese roll at hite bar, from sizzlers at the Bounty to shrewberry biscuits from Kayanis and finally winding up at the Burger King koregaon park..!!!!

The outlets I have mentioned in bold letters are the best ones till date and must haves..

Cost: all ranging between 100-150, Sizzlers start from 400 onwards

Posting a few pictures to get the tempt....

 

 

 

 

 

Parsi Food Diaries - Parsi da Dhaba

Back to writing after a long time..never the less the spirit to write never fades away..it just making time for it.

I as travelling sometime back to Silvassa and came across this Parsi joint. Simple Parsi street food outlet on the highway with a distinctive spire and outdoor tables.

Its called Parsi-Da-Dhaba. After having lunch there the reviews were not that up to the mark, missed the authentic flavours expected from the Parsi food. 

Ratings:on a scale of 1-10

Location: 5
Food: 5
Ambience:5
Staff:5
Over All 5

There is nothing up to the mark as a must have so no comments on that one. One can just enjoy Parsi food en route a highway. The dishes i had managed to take some quick clicks...

Food Tried: Mutton Dhansak, Mutton Kheema and summed it up with a Kulfi.

Tandoori Diaries - Jai Jawan Bandra

At the junction of 14th Road & PD Hinduja Marg, adjacent to Linking Road, you can find the outlet Jai Jawan bustling with activity.

Jawan Foods has been serving Tandoori Cuisine in Mumbai Since more than 38 years.

Menu includes Tandoori, be it chicken or paneer, Right from paneer tikka to paneer makhanwala, tawa masala and palak paneer, the vegetarians have no reason to complain as this Punjabi joint serves the best dishes in traditional style.

For non-vegetarians, it has scrumptious starters like rawas fry, prawns fry, tandoori chicken, chicken reshmi, tikka and other delicacies.

Must Haves: The just amazing chicken tikkas, the juicy prawns tandoori fry. 

Price range: Average ₹600 for two people (approx.)

Let's feast upon the subject of street food - Khau Galli Kharghar

Street food is a big hit among the masses in Mumbai.

A foodie’s paradise, Mumbai’s Khau Gallis offer some of the most lip-smacking street food in the city. For the uninitiated, in Marathi, khau means treat and galli means a small lane.

A melting pot of cultures and refreshingly diverse influences, street food in Mumbai offers a unique potpourri of flavors that is incredibly satisfying. And Khau Gullies are where one can feel the pulse of Mumbai’s culinary culture.

One such place to make you drool is at Kharghar Navi Mumbai. The street near Utsav Chowk in Kharghar turns into a fully functional and chaotic Khau Galli in the evenings.

Cost: ₹300-500 for two people (approx.)

MOMOS:

Specially known for its Momos, this is a paradise for Momo lovers. 

The streets is full of Momos selling vendors and your quest for steaming Momos with fiery red dip will end here.

Head straight to the Momo vendor who makes perfectly steamed Momos with generous chicken and vegetarian fillings and serves them with a spicy Schezwan sauce.

Must haves: Chicken Momos (Steamed & Fried) Both taste yummy. You can also try the cheese chicken Momos

Apart from the Momos, this place is also known for a range of other indulgences

Parathas:

The Parathas are fresh and prepared in front of you. The varieties of stuffing’s on menu are methi (fenugreek), aloo (potatoes), onion, gobhi (cauliflower), and muli (radish). The chutneys that come with the Parathas are just as good – definitely good for a try.

Must Try: Mix Paratha with Boondi Raita, Aloo Paratha

TANDOORI AND KEBABS

 

True to its name, the place offers a great variety in tandoori items and kebabs. A great place for people who enjoy non-vegetarian food, they have kebabs available in mutton and chicken. Some of the kebabs they offer are tikka kebab, lasooni kebab, chicken malai kebab, mutton kebab, tangdi kebab, etc. Their speciality, tangdi kebab is a lip smacking appetizer, marinated in spices like garlic, chilli powder, and amchoor (dry mango powder).

 

Must Try: Tangdi Kabab

The amazing Shikanji:

While the base ingredients include lemon or lime juice, ginger juice, ice and water, Shikanji often contains other ingredients such as salt, saffron and cumin. It is also known by nimbu pani.

To sum it up how can one miss a Dessert?

Must haves: Dryfruit Kulfi

Burgers & More - Fat Kid Deli

Fat Kid Deli - Burger joint in Vashi, Navi Mumbai

If you are one of those who loves their burgers, this burger joint in Vashi, Navi Mumbai is one that cannot be skipped. 

Fat Kid Deli as it is known (FKD) is known for its humongous portion sizes loaded in mouthwatering good portion of cheese that many will not be able to finish and even if you would you will probably need to have a nap post it.

Fat Kid Deli is a feeding establishment serving brutal, ruthless & in your face fattening foods. Unlike other joints, apart for tissues you will find gloves here to munch into the burgers as they know it would get messy...

The ambience has a lovely soft classic touch with with soft music that adds to the much amazing burgers that they serve.

Cost - ₹900 for two people (approx.) unless per person can finish a complete burger. Ideally i suggest one should order one first and then post having that order for the next.

Must Haves: Chicken Cheese Burger, Fish & Chips Butty,  Fat Kid Cheese Fries, Homemade Nachos

Sea Food Diaries - Ratnagiri - a coastal cuisine place at Chembur

One of the other restaurants that we impromptu decided to go was Ratnagiri - a coastal cuisine joint located at At Central Avenue, near Ambedkar Gardens, Chembur.

DÉCOR
It’s a no-frills eatery. As soon as you enter, there is fresh fish on ice display. Four areas are crammed with wooden tables and benches. There are two air-conditioned sections opt to sit in the family section.

FOOD
The menu boasts gaboli (fish roe), mori (shark), makul (squid), tisrya (clams), bangda (mackerel), mandeli, and kurly (small crab). Start off with the yummy, garlicky Sol kadi.
Opt for the must-try thick slab of Rawa-fried surmai, pomfret (also the tava fry option). In the tandoori section, the Fish tikka rawas is recommended. Well-made Prawn tawa masala and coconut Crab masala are a delight. 

MY POINT
This is a find. But don’t go dashing across town to Chembur for it. It is worth visiting if you are in the vicinity. Traditional masalas, fresh seafood, Alcohol is served. 
Cost: A big meal for two with Drinks and Coke would cost you 1500 bucks and that's excellent considering you get sea food! 

Avoid going on weekends since its a mess to manage, it's overcrowded, the fishes are at times not available.