Restauranthesis: Jiwa Cafe, Bandra

Mumbai, India If you were to look at a live example of ‘forward integration’ then Jiwa it is. From the business of milling grains to opening an exclusive experience centre and a retail store a few months back to now conceptualizing a health café selling wraps made from their very own atta. The Jiwa experience... Continue Reading →

Restauranthesis: Tiffin Box etc , BKC, Bandra

Mumbai,India It took me some time to find Tiffin Box Etc (TBE) in BKC, Bandra as it is inconspicuously located on the ground floor of a commercial building, nonetheless the landmark is the Dimsum restaurant Yauatcha, and it’s just behind it. TBE is an Indian restaurant which gives you a glimpse of regional Indian cuisine... Continue Reading →

Restauranthesis: Cafe Infinito, BKC

Mumbai,India The news of the shutting of Otto Infinito the Mediterranean restaurant in the corporate hub of Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) was little saddening as the restaurant seemed to be doing well on a few of my visits, once during the Sunday brunch. Nonetheless I assume the management must have given a thorough thought to... Continue Reading →

Switzerland in Mumbai…

Mumbai,India. What comes to your mind when you hear of ‘Switzerland’? -          Chocolates -- ( aka Lindt) -          Bollywood --( aka Dilwale Dulhaniya) -          Watches -- ( aka Swatch) -          Swiss Army knife (aka Victorinox) To the less ‘foodies’ what is not know is their love for cheeses, to make and have them too! Now... Continue Reading →

Restauranthesis: Mahjong – Exotic ‘Chindian’ diner!

I recently heard of this value for money Chinese lunch at the Mahjong, the Chinese restaurant at hotel Ramee in Khar. The hotel once infamous for ‘Madness’ its discotheque and famous for the ‘Irish pub’ looked worn-out and tired from the exteriors.  I quickly went up to Mahjong on the first floor,the restaurant furnishings, upholstery... Continue Reading →

Restauranthesis: Pals seafood corner, Bandra-west

After meeting up at the Carter road promenade on a Saturday evening;the first thing on agenda  was to decide on a dinner venue. We had our experiences at the Burgs (I think all veggie burgers taste same), Greko ( super food), the momo place etc in the past  and this time we wanted something desi.... Continue Reading →

Midori in a new avatar

It was a “green” evening at Bonobo,Bandra and the occasion was the introduction of “Midori” an emerald-green coloured, Melon liqueur in a new avatar. It is from the house of Suntory,Japan; also known for its whiskies and imported in the country by Aspri spirits a leading imported of wines and spirits. “Midori” means green in... Continue Reading →

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