Zenzi

Zenzi»
Phone: 6643 0670 / 71 / 72

http://www.zenzi-india.com/

12 pm – 3.30 pm (Sat, Sun only), 7 pm – 1 am

183, Waterfield Road,Near National College,

Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050price : 1000-2000

HIGHLIGHTS »
Euro-Asian foodTwo massive bars Showcase of artistic talent.

THE SCENE »
A warm orange glow down the street tells you you’re approaching Zenzi, a resto-lounge bar with street-facing, low, open windows. Thai and Balinese interiors give a touch of contemporary Asian, and a mix of wooden panels, glass doors and orange hues give a warm transparency to the casual dining experience or an evening soirée. The concept of using space is remarkable unlike the boxed enclosures of most hangouts. The main area, a good size away from the entrance is air-conditioned with two huge bars. You can hop on to the bar stools for cocktails, socialise in the lounge area or have a meal amidst RnB, drum and bass, house to IDM (Intelligent Dance Music) revved up by their resident or guest DJs. Since Zenzi encourages artistic talent, you can enjoy various exhibits put up for display on the walls.

THE FOOD AND DRINK »
The Zenzi kitchen tantalises the taste buds with a fusion of Asian and European cuisine. Serving authentic Thai, Japanese, Indonesian, French and Italian cuisine, Chef Shahaf Shabtay has his hands quite full but he delivers with aplomb. For starters, the Zenzi Mozzarella Salad and the Honey Wasabi Prawns are a good bet. The main course has specialities like the Mushroom Mirin Risotto (Italian style rice flavoured with mirin, wok-fried mushrooms, vegetables and Parmesan cheese – Rs. 350) or the unique Zenzi Tempura (Roll of Japanese tuna and Norwegian salmon shallow fried, served with asparagus, peas, Udon noodles, wasabi and black sesame sauce – Rs. 525). Other interesting dishes are the Zenzi Wok, Osso Bucco and Korean Style Beef.
At the bar, have a go at either the Zenzitini (vodka, triple sec and fresh lime, spiked with wasabi), the Cran Mojito (Rum in muddled fresh lime, sugar, mint & topped with soda with a splash of cranberry juice) or the Black Python (Amaretto, Crème de cacao, lime juice, sugar syrup) or you’ll sure be missing out on something! Their Minty Coolers (choose between strawberry, peach and grenadine) are worth trying out, especially in this sultry weather.

THE VERDICT »
This place is great in catering to every mood. Besides providing exceptional cuisine, Zenzi has taken an appreciative interest in hosting live acts and performances in music and organising various cultural events such as art exhibitions, salsa classes and poetry nights.

Seijo and the Soul Dish

Seijo and the Soul Dish
Phone: 26405555

http://www.seijoandthesouldish.co.in/

7.00 pm – 1.30 am

Blue Water Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.,

206 Krystal, Waterfield Road,

Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050

price : 1000-2000

HIGHLIGHTS »
Casual elegant dining with a modern Asian twistPromotes percussionists and touring bandsVoted Best Asian Restaurant in Mumbai by Savvy

THE SCENE »
This modern Southeast Asian restaurant harbours two distinct zones. The restaurant area bears resemblance to an urban Japanese garden, supplemented by water bodies around it to make the ambience spiritual. The bar, on the other hand, is earthy and minimalist with lounge style comfort seating and conversational music. World Music, with a leaning towards R&B, maintains the tempo.
Seijo boasts an elaborate list of celebrity guests, from starry couples like John Abraham and Bipasha Basu, Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh, to starry filmwallahs like Karan Johar and Tushaar Kapoor.
A soothing and non-intrusive atmosphere attracts most to this urban garden.

THE FOOD AND DRINK »
The brunch here consists of a cold Tapas buffet with sushi, rice paper rolls and Asian salads. Warm appetisers, mostly Satays, Gyozas and Tempura are rotated on each table. The Thai curry, Chicken Otak Otak, Mandarin Chicken and Sambal Prawns top the non-vegetarian preferences. For the veggies, the Cucumber & Cheese Sushi and Exotic Mushrooms & Bell Pepper Stir Fry are recommended. There is also a live counter of either Khow Suey or Stir Fry. A well crafted menu enables you to choose from a fine selection of main courses with equal emphasis on vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes.
The bar offers an interesting mix, showcasing signature cocktails with an Asian accent.The Lemongrass Mojito, Green Apple Martini, Mandarin Mojito, or Ginger and Lime Cocktail (Fresh ginger and lime muddled with mint and White Rum) will satiate that unquenchable thirst to explore the universe of alcohol.
For teetotallers, exotic fruit juices with equally rich syrups of one’s choice are offered. Banshee (Passion Fruit Juice, Sprite, fresh mint) and Bamboo Glow (banana, pineapple juice, cream of coconut) are a hit among mocktails.

THE VERDICT »
Catering to a 30 plus, well-off populace, it surely is meant for the elite. A trip to this restaurant is a planned event. (And your wardrobe better befit the ambience!) A tender evening is guaranteed with succulent delicacies. Relaxed service, tranquil surroundings, pebbled waterways, deviant music and a semblance of Japanese gardens – surely recommended!

Brownie Cottage

Brownie Cottage »
Phone: 98202 91196
12.00 pm – 12.00 am
Off Carter Rd,
Near Cafe Coffee Day,
Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 052
price : below 250
cuisines : cafes / desserts

HIGHLIGHTS »
Wide range of brownies
Gooey, fusion and toffee brownies
Divine mud cakes

THE SCENE »
A self-contained kiosk that is easy on space and designed with a thatched brown roof donning a Victorian-style lantern. Its glass shelf is well complemented with gooey, chocolaty delights.

THE FOOD »

Brownie Cottage has all the right ingredients of sweet dreams. Its cart with a glass shelf has interesting gooey delights on display, enticing taste buds with creative brownies that are crusty on top and chocolaty on the inside. The magic potion of the rich and divinely pure Belgian Truffle Brownie is tantalising. The St. Brownie is out of the world. The other innovative brownie delights such as the Choco Chip Brownies and Walnut Brownies are sure to boggle one’s taste buds with their sweetness. Also available are sweet side-kicks made out of leading chocolate brands (like 5 Star, Toblerone, After Eight), and are served with chocolate sauce and ice cream.

The Brownie Chill is a shake with vanilla ice-cream churned with rich dark brownies. The other chilled, sinful creations are the Toblerone Shake, Nuttelasin Shake and Belgian Chocolate Brownie shake – a signature recipe of Brownie Cottage that has real Belgian chocolate mixed in it which is any connoisseur's ultimate craving.

An ideal substitute on a cold evening is the Sinful Espresso – a cappuccino delight filled with ice-cream scooped on a platter of warm walnut rock brownie, served in piping hot-style.

THE VERDICT »

After tasting these dynamic combinations of scrumptious desserts, a coffee or chocolate will never taste the same. Brownie Cottage gives all an opportunity to relive their childhood fantasies where only sweet nothings existed.
It is highly recommended for Valentine's Day and other celebrations of life.

Amore Bandra

Amore (Bandra) Phone: 5620 8300
12.00 pm – 12.30 amOff Carter Road,

Near Cafe Coffee Day

Near Union Park

Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 052

price : below 250

cuisines : cafes / desserts

HIGHLIGHTS

Gourmet gelato, large scoopsexquisite chocolate and sorbet flavours

THE SCENE Yasser Ali waxes eloquently about gelato, transposing it to poetry. “It’s my hobby,” he grins, as he samples the melon sorbet to see if everything’s perfect. “The finest infusion of art and science”, says Yasser, as we discuss the finer points of this frozen dessert. Amore is a craftsmanship between partners Yasser Ali, Nayyer Hussain and veteran Italian Chef Costanzo Malatto, whose chocolate concoctions have won the highest accolades in gelato history.
The partners are obsessed with quality control, and use only the freshest, most authentic ingredients, with absolutely no synthetic additives.
Amore unequivocally serves the best chocolate gelatos in Bombay. Belgian chocolate, Ferrero Rocher and After Eight bits swirl inside a divine molten base, even as they slide down your throat. Don’t be surprised if you see empty tubs of Tiramisu and Berry Cheesecake at night. Even their sorbets are beautiful, artistic and perfect. As we chat about the intricacies of making the perfect gelato, the melon sorbet is smothered into its container, and it is absolutely divine!
The staff encourages you to sample, says Yasser, and experiment with your taste buds. If you wish to suggest a flavour, they may take you up on the challenge of crafting it! The variety at this gelataria is what keeps the interest levels going. Flavours change at the turn of day and seasonal variations are quirky and delicious.So, maybe it’s slightly more expensive than ice cream and the other gelatos in the market. (Rs. 45 – 60 for a small scoop) And there’s very little seating at the gelataria. But for a few bucks extra, you get a scoop that goes on and on and on.

THE VERDICT Arguably, Amore serves the most silken, divine gelato in Bombay. The benchmark has been set for other gelatarias that are cropping up all over the city.