Feast on

Big fat breakfast



Someone once wisely said that ‘the whole point of the week is the weekend’. And there’s no better way to begin your weekend than with a big fat breakfast. Set that dry toast or rushed bowl of cornflakes aside and take a shot at the Monkey Bar Weekend Breakfirst- the perfect reason to step out early on the weekend and reward yourself for the five days of hard work.

The Weekend Breakfirst menu caters to those looking for something healthy (Cereal Sundae with house-made granola, lemon- yoghurt with the option of fresh fruits), for the big-hearted with appetites to match (Lord Cubbon’s Vice – a traditional English breakfast with eggs, grilled tomatoes, pork sausages, baked beans and jumbo toast) and for those who are firm believers in the Friday night tipple extending to the next two afternoons, (breakfast signature cocktails - Bloody Monkey, Morning Glory and Death before Noon). There are also muffins and hash browns, if you fancy something simple. And, of course, there is the ‘Monkey Twist’ in almost everything.

The French Press Coffee, Cutting Chai and fresh juices are all top notch, and the surroundings – quirky, cool and friendly. Indulge and laze around while relishing the Pizza Omelet, the Fluffy, Railway Masala Omelet, Akuri- Parsi-style spicy scrambled eggs served with warm buttered pav, Eggs Benedict, Chilli Cheese Vada Pav, Kheema Pao, Breakfast Burrito Pot Stickers, Challah, Waffles, Pandi and Pita, Egg In a Blanket, muffins and croissants among others. Like we told you it’s the ‘big fast breakfast.’

Be at Monkey Bar, 14/1 Krishna Manere, Wood Street, Ashok Nagar, 9am to 12pm, on today and on April 14, call 41116878

Get brunchy



Make this Sunday a fun day , well-spent with your family and friends. The Park is hosting the Sunday Food Factory, an entirely new and refreshing take on Sunday brunches. Designed around the central concept of making Sundays a fun and active day-out, the Sunday Food Factory is all about food, drinks, music, swimming, games, massages and more.

You can engage in a game of water polo, or just chill out in the pool, try your hand at a game of darts, learn how to be a DJ or even make Sushi. There is also a mobile spa where you can get yourself a ten-minute relaxing head or feet massage. The brunch menu offers chaats, salads, sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, shawarma, stuffed paranthas, sushi, dimsums, appams, biryani,Thai curries, pastas, thin crust pizzas, barbecues, grills and crepes whch you can enjoy along with your fave draught beer, pitchers of wine sangrias, mojitos, frozen daiquiris and other tropical cocktails.

Too big a gang? Even better as you can avail the 5 for 4 offer where four people are charged for a group of five. So, gang up and head to the Sunday Food Factory.

Be at The Park, MG Road, 12pm onwards, on April 14, call 9739055567

Traditionally Thai



After celebrating all those Indian harvest festivals, it’s time we enjoy the spirit of the Thai New Year. Benjarong will host the Songkran Festival to kick-start the celebrations of the traditional Thai New Year. As part of this festival menu, the chefs at Benjarong will feature authentic Thai recipes to set the mood straight. There will be delicacies like Karaweik sod see, Tohu tod samunpai, Larb pla yang, Kai look koei, Pahd thai goong hor kai and desserts like the Rambutans in syrup and Mamuang – Aitim among others. 

Be at Benjarong, 1/3, Ulsoor Road, for lunch and dinner, on till April 28, call 32217201

The flavours of Baisakhi



It’s celebration time across various states in India. Limelight has decided to celebrate and ring in the flavours of Baisakhi, the harvest festival of Punjab. Feast on the choicest Punjabi delicacies over an elaborate dinner buffet with exciting live stations serving paranthas, Chola Bhatura, Amritsari Macchi and Tawa Murgh.

Follow this up with the elaborate buffet featuring dishes like Chuza Makhani, Mahi Kofta Curry, Paneer Lababdar, Sarson ka Saag, Ludhiyane ka Baigan Bharta, Rajma Resmisa and Dal Makhani. And wind up your meal with mouth-watering desserts like Malai Kulfi with Falooda and Subza, Thandi Aam ki Kheer, Aate ka Halwa, Punjabi Pinni, Gajar Halwa, Angoori Gulab Jamun, Rajbhog, Jalebi and Rabri. Takes you all the way to Punjab, doesn’t it?

 Be at Limelight, Royal Orchid, Old Airport Road, for dinner only, on tonight, call 25205566

Yet another New Year special



We might be done with the Ugadi celebrations but its time now to gear up for Baisakhi, Vishu and Bihu. And getting into the fervour, restaurants around the city are offering authentic cuisines from the respective states to celebrate the day. Here’s Ente Keralam bringing in the Vishu Ashamsagal with a special sadhya.

The chefs at Ente Keralam will feature a special menu with a variety of delicious dishes handpicked to celebrate the joyous occasion. The sadhya spread will offer delicacies like the Vishu Adai, Kalan, Avial, Olan, Erussery, Pachadi, Kichadi, Thoran and among others. Also look forward to usual favourites like Nei Parippu, Sambar, Rasam and Kachiya Moor. The traditional four varieties of payasam and the customary plantain will be the perfect way to end your meal.

Be at Ente Keralam, Ulsoor, for lunch only, on till April 14, call 32421002 

Prawns on my mind



Craving for some yummy prawn delicacies? Then, the Prawn Festival at The Grill and Curry Bowl, is where you need-to-be at. The festival featuring an array of prawn specialities has a very interesting menu including southern peninsular selection.

Look forward to savouring Kochu Peera, Tri Shrimp Au Gratin e Jumbo Cheese crotons, Chemeen Peechinga Ularthu, Prawn Coconut Fry, Masala flavoured Hearts of lettuce and prawn Tempura in Morimotto Sauce, Royalla vepudu, Bagara prawns, Chettinadu prawn chukka, Spicy gongura prawns, Tiger Prawn Mille feuille and Bay Shrimp Fajitha e Spicy Tomato Salsa, Guacamole & Nachos among others.

Be at The Grill and Curry Bowl, 1 MG Mall, Trinity Circle, for lunch and dinner, on till May 10, call 22082266

From the seas



All you seafood lovers must check this one out. Carnival De Goa is hosting a Sea Food Festival where you can enjoy the best from the seas. What is unique about the festival is that you can make the catch of the day. The fresh seafood will be on display and you can choose what you want and how you want it cooked.

On offer will be the freshest of seafood including Seer, Red Snapper, Halibut, Grouper along with the more exotic Mud Crab, Soft Shell Crab, Tiger Prawns, Shrimp, Lobster, Calamari( Squid), Clams, Mussels and Octopus. You can also choose how you want your fish by choosing between Rechado Masala, Peri Peri, Rava Fry, Balchao, Butter Garlic or just Plain Grilled. Down it all with your fave cocktails and mocktails that would blend with the true Goan theme. Are we ready to indulge in some unique flavours from the sea?

Be at Carnival de Goa - 8/6 Ulsoor Road, for lunch and dinner, on till May 15, call 7676767620

Sea too much



As the net is thrown at coastal cuisines, you can enjoy delicacies steeped in ‘seanic’ history. The treat’s at the Seafood Saturday Brunches at Raj Pavilion. Executive chef Yogen Datta and his team will take you on a culinary cruise of seafood all whipped up to suit the contemporary palate.

Look forward to indulging your palate with the tastes of Cold Poached Salmon, or savour the succulent taste of Seafood Thermidor. Crustacean lovers can treat themselves to the tastes of Prawn Molee or the scintillating tastes of the Shrimp and Avocado Salad. One can also enjoy the Oyster Bar that promises to be a one-of-a-kind treat or the very special Ceviche of Snapper.

Be at Raj Pavilion, ITC Windsor, Sankey Road, 12pm onwards, every Saturday, call 41401205