FOOD
New menu at Vedge
Vedge has introduced a new menu that features exquisite preparations from around the world. You can enjoy dishes such as fully loaded nachos, a range of pizzas, Singaporean street noodles and Indian desserts such as the Manglorean gadbad. Aditya Sawant, owner of Vedge, tells us, “While the focus is on popular international dishes, we have also paid special attention to Indian recipes and have something for everyone — even children, with our kiddie menu.” The Special Junior’s Mini Menu will feature mini pizzas, nachos and peanut butter sandwiches.
When Ongoing, from 11.30am to 11.30pm
Where Vedge, Ground floor, Fun Republic Mall, Andheri (w)
Contact 61668906
Celebrate Navroze at Café at the NCPA
Since Navroze is just around the corner, chef Farrokh Khambata has curated a traditional Parsi Bhonu menu at Café at the NCPA. The buffet meal includes Achar/ Saria/ Rotli, Patra Ni Kolmi, Cashew Chicken, Leg Of Ham with Peach and Prune Stuffing, Bharuchi Akoori with Brun Pao, Lagan Nu Stew, Patra Nu Paneer, Pankho Crusted Kehar Sangri Ke Kofte, Mutton Berry Pulao and Dhansak Dal. Farrokh tells us, “Parsis are known for their love for food! I have picked each dish keeping certain ingredients and specialities that they relish in mind. This Navroze, embark on a gastronomical journey and pamper your tastebuds, as you enjoy authentic Parsi food along with your friends and family.” The meal is priced at Rs 1,850, exclusive of taxes.
When March 21, 8pm onwards
Where Café at the NCPA, NCPA, Gate No.2, Dorabaji Tata Road, Nariman Point
Contact 22821212
Breakfast at Terttulia
Terttulia has launched a special breakfast menu called Breakfast of Champions, which offers a delicious range of dishes such as Crème Brûlée French toast, Eggs Benedict, homemade granola, breakfast bagel sandwiches and Eggs Florentine, along with fresh juices and smoothies. Kamal Thapa, executive chef at Terttulia, says, “Whether you’re a light eater, an egg lover or have a sweet tooth, we give you delicious food, fresh juices, smoothies and sweet & savoury waffles and pancakes, along with a basket of freshly made bread to carry home.”
When Ongoing, 9am onwards
Where C Face Road, Off Swatantrya Veer Savarkar Marg, Shivaji Park
Contact 60020202
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Childrens menu at Sancho’s
Sancho’s has introduced a special menu for children, which doubles up as a paper mat and consists of food images along with trivia, an adventure trail and a colouring box. Chef Vikas Seth tells us, “We’ve spent a lot of time and energy in order to achieve the perfect taste, so that your child can enjoy every single dish on our menu. A few dishes such as nachitos, cheese fries, bean & cheese burrito and chicken fingers are a must try.”
When Ongoing
Where Sancho’s Bandra & Colaba
Contact 67094455 (Bandra); 65552426 (Colaba)
Breakfast specials at Out of the Blue
They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and so, eat breakfast like a king at Out of the Blue, which has introduced a special breakfast menu. Choose from their extravagant à la carte menu that includes omelettes such as the Swiss cheese omelette, four-meat omelette and veggies delight omelette. You can also enjoy Indian delights such as idlis, paranthas and upma as well as fresh fruit juices. Sidharth Jain, marketing and sales head at Out of the Blue, tells us, “The breakfast menu at Out of the Blue has been one of our star offerings. We offer an unparalleled range of innovative preparations ranging from anda bhurji to Eggs Benedict and fresh fruit juices.”
When Ongoing
Where Le Sutra – The Indian Art Hotel, 15 Union Park, Khar (w)
Contact 26003000
Chandon and GourmetItUp
Chandon, in collaboration with GourmetItUp, is offering delicious food pairings at popular restaurants such as Botticino, Cheval, Guppy, Joss, Pizza Metro Pizza, Saizen, Shiro and Umame. The meals will include two complementary flutes (or wine glasses) of Chandon. A Chandon spokesperson tells us, “Chandon invites you to an exclusive fine dining experience at some of our city’s best restaurants. We welcome you to savour this culinary extravaganza with your friends and family and some chilled Chandon sparkling wine!”
When Today
Where Various restaurants across the city
Contact 9619551387; www.gourmetitup.com
Assorted Summer menu at Harsha K
Harsha Heeramaneck has unveiled her new summer menu at her gourmet store, Harsha K, which includes an array of delicious savoury bites. Enjoy fresh salads, delicious soups and main course dishes such as asparagus risotto and ravioli with lemon corn and jalapeno roulade, along with desserts such as chocolate lollipops and gooey chocolate torte. Harsha tells us, “Our summer menu comprises of fresh flavours and dishes with a creative twist. So, come experience innovation and indulge yourself at our new gourmet store.”
Where Shop 5, Ground Floor, Nanik Niwas, Opposite Tata Garden, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Breach Candy
Contact 23675911
Special seasonal menu @ Olive Bar & Kitchen
Olive Bar & Kitchen in Bandra is cracking out its new Mediterranean dinner menu, which includes dishes such as green apple carpaccio with goat cheese & pine nuts and river sole meunière with creamy mash, sugar snaps and caper butter sauce. “At Olive, we use the freshest local ingredients to craft Mediterranean dishes that are healthy, yet innovative. The new seasonal specials reflect this culinary philosophy and offers dishes that are a perfect pre-cursor to the warm summer months,” says chef Abhijit Bitla.
When Every day Contact 43408229
Where 14, Union Park, Khar (w)
The Four Feasts Foodie Sunday with Trekurious.com
Foodies in Mumbai are in for a treat as Trekurious.com is organising four in-home dining experiences, which will make for a delicious Sunday. Enjoy a meaty feast with The Bohri Kitchen or a Malayali extravaganza in Bandra with Poppadum. You can also enjoy a Gujarati thali with the Mighty Maharaj at Cooperage or celebrate Navroze with Bawi Bride at Dadar. Rukmankan Sivaloganathan, co-founder and CEO of Trekurious.com, tells us, “With our Four Feasts Foodie Sunday, we’ve brought together four of Mumbai’s most popular in-home dining experiences to create one amazing gluttonous experience. Mumbai’s food lovers are in for a delectable treat that promises to indulge their senses with an authentic food experience.”
When March 22
Where Dadar East (Bawi Bride), Cuffe Parade (The Bohri Kitchen), Nariman Point (The Mighty Maharaj) and Bandra East (Poppadum)
Contact 9619870504, www.trekurious.com
CRAFT
Sewing at The Hab by Usha
The Hab by Usha is hosting a workshop where you can learn how to make unique Easter-themed gifts such as Easter bunnies, Easter egg cards, and monogrammed baskets. You can also buy sewing materials from The Hab. The entry to the workshop is priced between Rs 400 and Rs 850, and all the necessary materials will be provided by them. Arwah Attari, store manager at The Hab by Usha, tells us, “Easter is celebrated across the globe with lots of fun activities and traditions. At The Hab by Usha, we help you to make this day special by creating innovative gifts. We teach people how to make unique products such as Easter bunnies, Easter egg cards, paper weights, and monogrammed baskets.”
When Today, from 11am to 8pm
Where G-1, 444 Corporate Lounge, Opp. Sahib Khatwara Darbar, Khar-Bandra Linking Road, Near Citibank, Khar (w)
Contact 61274444
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SHOP
Corneliani’s spring-summer collection
Menswear brand Corneliani has launched its spring and summer collection for this year. The new collection, which comprises of shirts and jackets, is fresh and reflects a free spirit in an uncertain, fast-paced world. Prem Dewan, retail head of OSL Luxury Collections at Corneliani, says, “Menswear is moving away from rigid templates towards a fresh, new and easier take on elegance, which is inspired from youthful wardrobes, but is embellished with luxurious fabrics and stylish details.”
Where The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Lobby Level, Apollo Bunder
Contact 66311303
ART
#UNGENDER photo exhibition at High Street Phoenix
High Street Phoenix is showcasing #UNGENDER — a photo exhibition that has been curated by Elle magazine, as part of the Focus Photography Festival. Rajendra Kalkar, senior centre director at The Phoenix Mills Limited, tells us, “High Street Phoenix has always encouraged art and culture and we are delighted to lend our location to an art project that combines fashion, photography and culture for a bigger cause. The exhibition allows us to lend our support to the issue of gender stereotyping. Keeping recent events in mind, this is definitely a cause that our society needs to feel strongly about, and kudos to the festival for attempting to shed light on this.”
When Up to March 26, from 11am to 11pm
Where Opposite PVR Food Court, High Street Phoenix, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel
Contact 43339994
Ecstasy of Art Part II at the Tao Art Gallery
Tao Art Gallery is hosting a show dedicated to the thrill of creating art. Several artists including Salman Khan, Arzan Khambatta, Satish Gupta and Brinda Miller have created art especially for this show. “Ecstasy lies in every detail of the form, colours and textures that go into the making of art. Only then does art reach its pinnacle, and these elements captivate your senses, enthralling you. Our 15th anniversary show showcases and celebrates joy and happiness. Let’s traverse the journey of ecstasy from the artist’s heart to the collector’s home,” says Kalpana Shah, owner of Tao Art Gallery.
When Till March 28, 11am to 7pm
Where Tao Art Gallery, 165, The View, Dr Annie Besant Road, Worli
Contact 24918585