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Tofu for Ganesha
This vegan, gluten- and sugar-free modak is bound to get the fitness freak interested. A blend of tofu, almond flour, coconut powder and soya milk, with a whiff of cardamom and saffron, makes this made-to-order eat delicious to the core.

Time: 12 pm to 1 am
At: Dishkiyaoon, ground floor, The Capital, Bandra Kurla Complex Road, Bandra East.
Call: 8291139404
Cost: '350 plus taxes for five modaks

With love from Manchuria
Enjoy the piping-hot and deep-fried Manchurian Modak that oozes with Chindian flavours or opt for other savoury varieties like Dahi Modak Chaat, Matar Samosa Modak and Hara Bhara Modak at a 10-day chaat festival.
Time: 12 pm to 10 pm at Dillie Heart, Nalanda Co-op housing Society, Evershine Nagar, Malad West
Call: 28800781
Cost: '99 (for a plate of five pieces)

Do the tutti frutti
If you love a dose of colourful tutti frutti, this mawa modak with a mix of the confectionary is what you need. They offer 20 variants, including Chocolate Chips, Gulkand, Roasted, and Mathura Modak.
At: Puranmal restaurants at Juhu, CSMT, Chandivali, Khopoli and Ghatkopar.
Call: 8080806749 (CSMT)
Log on to: puranmal.com
Cost: '121 for six modaks

Break it open
Try D:OH! Dak, a hollow chocolate modak filled with ice cream brownie and chocolate sauce, served with a side of hand-churned modak ice cream featuring jaggery, coconut and dry fruits.
Till: September 5 Time 9 am to 1 am
At: D:OH outlets in Kamala Mills, Lower Parel and Fun Republic Mall, Andheri West
Call: 62372830 (Lower Parel)
Cost: '299

For gooey goodness
Here's an artisanal version of your regular festive favourite - this modak has a filling of caramel and tender coconut, all encased in a shell of saffron mousse. And to help you maintain your vegetarian diet, it's egg-free!
Time: 10.30 am to 12.30 pm
At: Toshin, first floor, IVY Restaurant & Banquets, GM Road, Amar Mahal, Chembur West
Call: 67982298
Cost: '260 per piece

The anti-dairy bite
Sworn off dairy products and unable to enjoy mawa modaks? Order the decadent Chocolate Cranberry variety, which includes oats laced with cocoa and bits of tangy-sweet berries. It isn't just vegan but gluten- and sugar-free too.
Time: 9 am to 9 pm at Buddha Bowl, Hill Road, Bandra West
Call: 33126724
Cost: '360 (for a box of 11)

I scream for beer-cream


This is the stuff beautiful dreams are made of. The Candied Hazelnut and Beer Ice Cream is made using the popular Indian brew, Bira, with fresh vanilla extract. We sure are ditching our diets for more scoops of this.
Time 12 pm to 3 pm, 7 pm to 12 am
At Arth, Pinnacle House, PD Hinduja Marg, 15th Road, Bandra West.
Call 9594060038
Cost Rs 300 plus taxes

For the child in you

Come summer, and munching on cookies and slurping popsicles was the norm for idling away vacations. Relive those days with these Craft Beer Popsicles served on a bed of cookie crumble. They are made from the in-house Ace beer, a French apple cider that has a mild apple champagne taste. This beer on a stick wins our vote.
Time 12 pm to 1 am
At The White Owl, One Indiabulls Center, Lower Parel.
Call 24210231
Cost Rs 195 plus taxes

Brownie points for this

Stout lovers shouldn’t give this a miss. Munchies is a gooey chocolate brownie made with stout and served with a scoop of ice cream on the side. Craving more? It comes drizzled with a decadent chocolate sauce made with stout.
Time 4 pm to 1 am (Monday to Friday) and 12 noon to 1 am (Saturday and Sunday)
At Brewbot, Morya Landmark 1, Andheri West.
Call 39698091
Cost Rs 385
Plus taxes

Shake it off

This milkshake is surely going to bring the boys to the yard. Beery Eyed is a milkshake made using beer, ice-cream and orange juice. They also serve wine milkshakes for
connoisseurs.
Time 10 am to 1 am
At All D:OH! outlets
Call 62360451 (Andheri)
Cost Rs 269

 
Spaghetti

Andheri is a melting pot of refreshing flavours. The wide collection of local, regional and international cuisines make this bustling locality nothing less than a food paradise in Mumbai. Young crowd, cool vibe and an overall pleasant setting, Andheri is a perfect place to indulge in a food trail in the city. From seafood and nachos to waffles and unconventional ice creams, restaurants in Andheri offer a huge assortment of delectable and unique dishes from around the world. These 8 restaurants in Andheri prove what the locality is a haven and ultimate destination of solace for foodaholics. Take your pick:

1. Bombay to Barcelona Library Cafe: This cosy little cafe in Marol is an ideal destination to drop in for Spanish food. The menu comprises of Spanish specialities, fast food and local delicacies. One should definitely try their Bombon, Chicken sandwich, Spaghetti al Pesto and, Gooey Chocolate Brownie and Chicken Vada Pav. Health drinks like Cucumber and Spinach Juice and Beetroot and Carrot juice are also listed in the menu. Food is reasonably priced so you won’t get a hol the in pocket. Friendly staff, live music, outdoor seating and colourful decor make your dining experience a truly unforgettable one.
Where: 3 & 4, Golden Nest Cooperation Housing Society, Mapkhan Nagar, Marol Naka, Mumbai, Marol, Mumbai

Penne Makhani with Chicken Tikka

2. Ambrosia Cafe and Deli: Another quaint cafe tucked in one of the narrow lanes of the busy Andheri-Kurla road is Ambrosia Cafe and Delhi. The menu offers several options to choose from. The light bites are actually not light and are capable enough to fulfil your hunger pranks. Cheesy Chicken poppers, Crumb Fried wings, Penne Makhani with Chicken Tikka and Classic Waffle are the all time favourites here. Place your order and can even indulge in board games till the food comes to your table.
Where: Shop 2, Wellington Business Park 2, Opposite Skyline Icon, Andheri- Kurla Road, Marol, Mumbai

3. Hit and Run: With three outlets in Andheri, this small eatery emerged as a popular and an all-time favourite take away joint for Lebanese and Indian food lovers. This place probably delivers the best shawarma in Andheri (E) area. Apart from the shawarma variants, Hit and Run also offers lip-smacking Hummus with Pita Bread, Chicken Pahadi kebab, Chicken Hyderabadi kebab, Tandoori Chicken and Hummus Chicken salad. The Chinese food here is equally tantalizing. Chicken triple rice, Crispy chicken, and Schezwan rice are some specialities of Hit and Run that cannot be missed. The take away joint is easy and locate and fits the budget.
Where: Mahakali, Marol and Chakala

Shawarma

4. Icekraft: None can deny the fact that Oshiwara is a haven for our foodie folks. Amidst several Chinese, Indian and Continental restaurants, stands Icekraft, a tiny funky looking dessert parlour. Known for their live ice cream counters and unconventional flavours for the cool bites, Icekraft is worth a visit for dessert lovers. It is also the one-stop destination for waffles, pancakes and freak shakes. You can end your meal on a sweet note with Icekraft’s Charcoal Ice cream, Dark chocolate ice cream, Chocochip Waffles and Nutella Waffle. Also, customize your ice cream if you wish too. Also, the food joint comes out with festival special menus, so you need to keep an eye out.
Where: 5, Meera CHS, Opposite Windsor Grande Residences, Oshiwara, Andheri West

Charcoal ice cream

5. Bhojohori Manna: No food trail is complete without sampling regional speciality. Bhojohori Manna in Oshiwalivesive up to your expectation. Be it Luchi and Kosha Mangsho or Daab Chingri, Bhojohori Manna ensures that every dish carries with it the authentic flavour of Bengal. The restaurant made its way to Mumbai from Kolkata and has lived up to the expectations of Mumbaikars, especially fish lovers. You can fill up your stomach with Bengali dishes like Mishti pulao, Chicken Kabiraji Cutlet, Ilish paturi, Jhinge Aalo posto, Vetki macher paturi, and Parshe Shorshe.  
Where: 3 & 4, Reliable Business Centre, Near Om Heera Panna Mall, Oshiwara, Andheri West Oshiwara

Ilish Bhaja

6. Sammy Sosa: If you are in Oshiwara for pub hopping and need to chill over cool drinks and international food, then Sammy Sosa may come to your rescue. The all the day dining joint specializes in Mexican, Italian and Continental food. It has included salads and other healthy food variants in its menu to meet the hunger pranks of our health conscious folks. Pair your nachos, tacos and Chilli Cheese Fries with Vodka Sangria, Bira Lite or Brody Bourbon Beer New Sernyaa at this cool vibrant eatery. It is a perfect destination to drop in with friends and unwind over good food and classic drinks.

Where: Shop 18, Meera CHS, Near Mega Mall, Oshiwara Link Road, Oshiwara, Andheri West

Nachos

7. Vedge: We do like your veggie meals a lot! Veggie food too comes with a twist and Vedge justifies the fact to the core. The highlight of the eatery is the vegetarian version of Thai, Chinese, Mexican, Italian, and Asian cuisine. To be on the safe side, you can also pick a dish from their fully loaded Indian menu. Share a plateful of Wok Tossed Potatoes, Fully Loaded Nachos, Chilli Paneer bao and Dimsums with friends and family the next time you drop in to Vedge.
Where: Ground Floor, Fun Republic Mall, New Link Road, Veera Desai Area, Mumbai

Crab masala

8. Malwani Kalwan: No food trail in Mumbai is complete without tasting the coastal flavours. Think of some unusual seafood delicacies and Malwani Kalwan will have it ready on the palate. Drop in to this Andheri restaurant for a date with Crab soup, Bombil fry, Squid fry, Stuffed pomfret, Brain tawa fry and Gawth Chicken. The ambience is nothing outstanding, so only drop in for a seafood fix. The aroma and flavour of coastal meal will leave you finger licking.
Where: Om Cottage, Opposite Nana Nani Park, JP Road, 7 Bungalows, Andheri West

The next time you are in Andheri, you simply cannot miss out on these food outlets. Also, those residing in this ever bustling locality of Mumbai may put on extra kilos after savouring lip smacking global food from the joints. Never mind, many of these do offer healthy variants to strike a balance.

Happy munching!

Be it starters or desserts, restaurants in Mumbai are leaving no stone unturned to bring out innovative dishes on the platter for our foodie folks. While looking out for the top restaurants in the city who are giving a twist to the usual food and drinks, we came up with these three options. Find it out here:

1. Vegan Burger Kitchen: If you are looking out for vegan burgers and if you live around Bandra, then you're in luck, thanks to this new delivery service. At present, the menu offers nine burgers, each different from the next. All these burgers are made using locally sourced, organic produce. Asian-style Sweet Potato and Peanut Burger, The Crispy Eggplant Burger, The Unmeat Burger and Mushrooms and Beet Burger are some of the specialities you will enjoy at this all-vegan burger joint. The menu also lists beverages like iced tea and cold brews, as well as two desserts.
Where: Pali Hill, Bandra West

2. London Taxi: The gastropub stands tall at a corner of Kamala Mills and looks somewhat like a bovine inspired but a close look reveals a map of London. . Colourful pipes run across the ceiling, to form a map of the London Underground. The tabletops are printed with artwork inspired by Abbey Road. The menu has a wild mix of cuisines (think Prawn Thai Broth, Moroccan Fish Tikka and Madras Curry Scotch Egg). Everything is made in-house, including the sausages, sauces and breads. Food like Cajun-spiced Prawn and Kale Chips Salad, Truffle-scented Dark Chocolate Caramelised Cauliflower Veloute and drinks like The Trip and Picadilly Circus are some of the chefs favourite that you too can try. The Banana Rum and Toffee Parfait is a must try for dessert.
Where: A Wing, Ground Floor,Trade Centre, Kamala Mills, Lower Parel

3. The White Owl: You will now have the perfect excuse to have beer for dessert, too, with a sweet preparations made using the fizzy brews. Come summer, and munching on cookies and slurping popsicles was the norm for idling away vacations. Relive those days with these Craft Beer Popsicles served on a bed of cookie crumble. They are made from the in-house Ace beer, a French apple cider that has a mild apple champagne taste. This beer on a stick wins our vote.
Where: Lobby, Tower 2 B, One Indiabulls Center, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai

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