Perched on the forth floor of Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore, Liquid Bar is an urban open air and outdoor lounge that is home to over 50 types of wines, scotchs, spirits and cocktails. The interior gives a super chill setting to kick back with friends and a few drinks, of course. Committed to bringing you specially-crafted cocktails with a strong emphasis on local flavours, this bar boasts a uniquely Bangalorean take on their cocktails with flavours you’d never think could be combined with alcohol. Relish their signature cocktails while some upbeat music makes it a perfect evening affair.
Liquid Bar, Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore
After an indulgent dinner at The Bengaluru Brasserie, another beer might not be the answer for you and your friends, but the cocktails at Liquid Bar certainly is. Open till 1:00 am on Friday-Saturday-Sunday, this might sound like a must visit spot to get your drink on.
Cocktails Served on Table :
Bulbul
Bulbul – The in sync characteristic of white rum, lime juice and pineapple juice with a dash of angostura makes the cocktail a perfect refresher on lazy evenings.
Centric Santra
Centric Santra – A citrusy refreshing drink with a combination of Vodka and homemade orange marmalade and a dash of rosemary infused syrup.
Sakath
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Sakath – A simple yet very rare combination of whiskey with salted caramel syrup and a dash of angostura which smoothens the whiskey and enhances the taste.
Centric Santra
Also some crowed favourites include their signature Celtic Affair, Last Word and Moon Walk cocktail. Have your dinner first and then move over to the bar and stay till late to enjoy some wonderful cocktails. Doesn’t the Centric Santra – Vodka, Rosemary, Lime and Orange Marmalade sound awesome?
Bulbul
Spiked with White Rum and served in a footed pilsner glass, this chilled infusion – Bulbul strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and an alcoholic punch.
Sakath
Cocktail-wise, the Sakath is a winner — think Whisky, Angostura, Salted Caramel and Dehydrated Orange all blended into one delightful concoction. Feel your veil of nerves lift with each sip. Order one glass at a time, this way you’ll have ice cold drinks throughout the night! Have some fun sipping on these cool babies as you digest, and thank the stars it’s Friday.
Liquid Bar, Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore
This spacious hotel bar in Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore takes bar grub to a different level, populer classic cocktails and spirits are served here, along with some light bites. Liquid Bar features an exclusive food and beverage menu with curated drinks and grub that are sure to set one off in good spirits. Come over for vibrant evenings and exuberant nights. If you’re looking for bars where you can relieve stress, have fun, and chill with friends, look no further. Their seasoned mixologists stand ever-ready to cater to every aspect of your cocktail needs by customising your drink. Cheers!
Place : Liquid Bar, Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore Average Cost : 2,400/- for two people (approx.) including alcohol Timing : 5pm – 1am, Reservation : 080-40187200 / +91 9538066187 / 9591510193
Say Cheers to Life : Treat yourself with Classic Cocktails at Liquid Bar, Hyatt Centric
The classic combinations of kebabs, biryani and roll are for the ages and Orko’ss Restaurant & Lounge Bar, Salt Lake has pulled out all the stops with a month-long Kebab, Biryani and Roll festival, literally, fit for for everyone. Experience the tempting royal aroma of succulent freshly grilled Chicken Tikka Kebab, Mutton Seekh Kebab, Hariyali Fish Tikka, Chicken Malai Kebab, Basilica Paneer Tikka to go with your chosen biryanis. You can also choose from a range of beers or your favourite cocktails to match each of the Kebabs for an extraordinary culinary journey.
The Orko’ss Restaurant’s chef Sujan Paul points out while explaining the distinction between Lucknowi and Hyderabadi biryani, the north Indian Lucknowi biryani has nuts alongside key ingredients like kesar, cardamom, cinnamon and zafran, and is more generous with ghee, making it more aromatic, the south Indian Hyderabadi version has more spices — coriander, black peeper, fennel seeds, saunf, pudina, Guntoor chilli and a lot of mint. One of our favorite things about this festival is that the chefs at Orko’ss Restaurant & Lounge Bar are actually grilling up your kebabs to order at the open kitchen inside the restaurant. So, you can take a sneak peek at the variety of kebabs available and get your taste-buds drooling!
Food Served on Table :
Shitake Bamboo Shoot Roll
Shitake Bamboo Shoot Roll – Shitake Bamboo Shoot Roll is of fresh shitake mushroom and juicy young bamboo shoots with assorted chopped vegetables warped inside rice paper and served with dips of sweet chilli and hoisin sauce. Shitake Bamboo Shoot Roll filled with flavourful strips of seasoned vegetables and crisp young bamboo shoots is a refreshing appetizer for an Asian-inspired meal.
Arabian Kofta Roll
Arabian Kofta Roll – Arabian Kofta Roll is moist and soft marinated lamb meat skewered with fresh tomato, olive, cucumber and lettuce, grilled in earthen tandoor then wrapped with pita bread in shawarma style and served with yogurt and tahini paste.
Hariyali Fish Tikka
Hariyali Fish Tikka – Hariyali Fish Tikka is tender and juicy fish cubes marinated in thick yogurt base intoxicating paste made with cilantro, mint and other distinctive flavoured spices then tandoored till crisp golden perfection finally served hot with salad and spicy mint dips.
Rosemary Chicken Tikka
Rosemary Chicken Tikka – Rosemary Chicken Tikka is creamy yogurt marinated soft and moist boneless chicken chunks seasoned with rosemary and spices then slowly grilled over tandoor which ensures extreme tenderness. Rosemary Chicken Tikka is a deliciously rich and creamy dish that is mildly spiced but aromatic.
Basilica Paneer Tikka
Basilica Paneer Tikka – Basilica Paneer Tikka is fresh cottage cheese cubes stuffed with dry fruits & nuts, marinated in basil pesto sauce and roasted in charcoal tandoor then served hot with onion salad. Succulent Basilica Paneer Tikka is soft and juicy with little crisp texture and bursting with refreshing pesto flavour.
Firdausi Aloo
Firdausi Aloo – Firdausi Aloo is spice and yoghurt marinated barrel-shaped potatoes filled with a paste of dry fruits and cottage cheese then grilled over clay oven. Firdausi Aloo has fascinating mild taste and aroma with smooth texture and crunchy dry fruits stuffing.
Tangri Golestani
Tangri Golestani – Tangri Golestani is tender and juicy chicken drumstick marinated in aromatic Indian spices and stuffed with spicy mutton keema, grilled to perfection and served with crisp paratha. Tangri Golestani is a delicious melt in mouth kebab that will anytime steal the heart of Indian meat-lovers.
Kolkata Chicken Biryani
Kolkata Chicken Biryani – Kolkata Chicken Biryani is distinctly flavourful and delicious combination of basmati rice, juicy chicken, authentic spices, ghee and saffron along with potatoes and eggs. Mouth-watering Kolkata Chicken Biryani is satisfying, filling, light and fragrant – loved by every age young to old.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Shitake Bamboo Shoot Roll
Start with their signature Shitake Bamboo Shoot Roll, which is baked till soft and almost creamy, and served warm – no extra spices. Get the bite of Shitake Bamboo Shoot Roll, and feel the sweetness of fresh shitake mushroom and crisp yet juicy young bamboo shoots, dipped the roll in sweet chilli or hoisin sauce – just heaven.
Arabian Kofta Roll
The spicy Arabian Kofta Roll hits the mark with super soft lamb meat and tahini sauce that is well-balanced, a bit on the slightly spicy side. To truly enjoy this dish, tear apart the pita bread, take lamb meat and dunk them in the luscious yoghurt and tahini paste.
Hariyali Fish Tikka
While you’re here, also try the Hariyali Fish Tikka, where the melt-in-mouth fish chunks are grilled in an aromatic cilantro, mint and green chilli paste — the dish is not as spicy as the fish tikks masala, but the hint of green chilli flavour is stunning. Let loose and bite unabashedly on the the Hariyali Fish Tikka for the full experience.
Rosemary Chicken Tikka
Better known simply as Rosemary Chicken Tikka, this dish sees a mix of moist chicken chunks and thicker creamy yogurt marination, grilled slowly in charcoal oven. Rosemary Chicken Tikka relies a lot on the heat of the charcoal oven to impart a smoky flavour with a sublet rosemary aroma that completely elevates the dish.
Basilica Paneer Tikka
Veggie-lovers are not left out here — the Basilica Paneer Tikka sees cottage cheese cubes stuffed with dry fruits & nuts with refreshing basil pesto sauce, served with onions, raita and papadum.
Firdausi Aloo
Next up the succulent Firdausi Aloo – grilled barrel-shaped potatoes filled with a paste of dry fruits and cottage cheese. No veg meal is complete without a sweet and mild Firdausi Aloo accompanied with aromatic and zingy dips.
Tangri Golestani
Generously portioned Tangri Golestani are tender chicken drumsticks stuffed with spicy mutton keema, highly recommended by the Chef. Pair that with their tasty crisp paratha to complete the meal.
Kolkata Chicken Biryani
This Kolkata Chicken Biryani is cooked and served traditionally, without any curry, but every bit aromatic. It’s also healthier with the minimal use of ghee, so you can feel a tiny bit less guilty. Delicious tender meat without gamey flavour, under a pile of fragrant rice, egg and potatoes.
This whole month, Orko’ss Restaurant & Lounge Bar in the heart of Salt Lake serves up decadent Kebab, Biryani and Roll. The festive menu offers over 40 selections of Kebab, Biryani and Roll dishes — knock yourself out with dishes ranging from the classic to the creative, like Rosemary Chicken Tikka and Tangri Golestani. This Sixty-seater restaurant is perfect for accommodating the whole extended family for an afternoon meal. Kebab, Biryani and Roll festival prices are affordable, portions are big and flavours are consistently good.
Orko’ss Restaurant & Lounge Bar
Orko’ss Restaurant & Lounge Bar, 3rd Floor, Block E, City Centre 1, Salt Lake, Kolkata Timing – 11:30 am – 11:30 pm; Average Cost – 1500/- for two people.
Festival Duration : Till 10th October 2019. Reservation – +91 9874473831 / 8420199613
Kebab, Biryani & Roll Festival at Orko’ss Restaurant & Lounge Bar, Saltlake
A pink storm has been quietly shaking up the global chocolate industry over the past two years. Chocolatier Barry Callebaut, who created and patented Ruby Chocolate, branded it the newest and “fourth type of chocolate” after dark, milk and white chocolate. Its shade is actually not the color of cherries or a red rose, but pink, and has been dubbed “millennial chocolate.”
Ruby chocolate
For about 80 years, the world recognized three main types of chocolate: milk chocolate, dark chocolate and white chocolate. These three chocolates were, for most people, an irrevocable, unquestioned fact of life right alongside the seven colors of the rainbow or the five human senses. This all changed in September 2017, when the Swiss cocoa company Barry Callebaut officially announced a fourth type of chocolate : Ruby Chocolate.
Harriston Signature Ruby Chocolate Thins
The ruby chocolate is distinctive because the fresh berry-fruitiness and color precursors are naturally present. These special ruby cocoa beans are sourced from different tropical growing regions of the world using a careful selection method. Neither genus or origin determine the qualification for a cocoa bean to be a ruby bean. It’s the natural occurrence of the cocoa precursors that qualify a cocoa bean to have the ruby bean profile and evoke the ruby color and taste.
Ruby Chocolate
The spectacular taste and pink color come from bringing ingredients together in a secret trademarked process by a famous cacao grower. The bright pink color and flavor are naturally present in the ruby cocoa bean, yet can only be unlocked through a trademarked handling process and do not happen spontaneously in nature.
Ruby Sunshine Cocktail
It’s not for baking, but can be used by bakers for drizzling, sprinkling, and shaving onto cakes and desserts. Ruby Chocolate has a fruity, berry note to the taste with a slight citrus after-note, accompanied with the smooth, decadent feel of chocolate.
Ruby Sunshine Cocktail
Ruby chocolate appeals to the desire of people to be trendy and one-of-a-kind, reinforced by the fact that there were a limited number of chocolate box made available in that first batch (just 5000 in the world, as of January 2020). There have clearly been many more runs of chocolate box since then.
Harriston Signature Chocolates, 13/91, Jalan Cheras, Taman Shamelin Perkasa, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Timing – 9am – 5pm;
Pricing – 30 RM (Harriston Signature Ruby Chocolate Thins) per pack.
Ramada Darjeeling’s Wine Company Bar is embracing the booze-free January trend with its take on a nonalcoholic cocktails. This cosy, romantic spot around the corner from Gandhi Road is perfect for an after-work drink with a date. End or begin your date night with drinks and small plates at Wine Company in Chauk Bazaar. Enjoy Wine Company’s Dry January special drink menu that’s so flavorful alcohol isn’t required.
Wine Company, Ramada Darjeeling
This month of January has been coined “Dry January” for people choosing to abstain from alcohol for the first 31 days of the year. Luckily, Wine Company, Ramada Darjeeling offer — alcohol-free cocktails for drinkers who are skipping booze but still want to keep an active social life. Being sober-curious is a trend that’s grown greatly over the past few year.
Drinks Served on Table :
Virgin Pina Colada
Virgin Pina Colada – Virgin Pina Colada is made with fresh pineapple chunks, pineapple juice, coconut milk and crushed ice, then put all in a blender and blend it till the mixture become smooth. Virgin Pina Colada is a delicious non-alcoholic tropical treat with refreshing, smooth and pleasing flavors.
Kiwi Cooler
Kiwi Cooler – Kiwi Cooler is a refreshing drink made with freshly squeezed orange juice, kiwis, lemon and blended with ice. Sweet and sour Kiwi Cooler is very refreshing, tangy and sweeten flavours are perfectly balance to sip and relax on any evening.
Blue Shoe
Blue Shoe – Blue Shoe is mix of chilled blue variety of Hawaiian punch and cranberry juice and pour that mix into a chilled martini glass and then add the 7-Up, Sprite or any sparkling drink. Blue Shoe mocktail is a sparkling, delicious non-alcoholic drink with a mixture of sweet and citrusy flavor.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Virgin Pina Colada
At Wine Company, spend the night away while sticking to those new year’s resolutions by sipping the Virgin Pina Colada, a smooth drink made with fresh mashed pineapple, fresh pineapple juice, coconut milk, and crushed ice.
Kiwi Cooler
Get a no-proof beverage fix with Kiwi Cooler is sweet and sour yet refreshing with freshly squeezed orange juice, kiwis, lemon and ice cubes.
Blue Shoe
Sip booze-free Blue Shoe, made with Sprite, blue variety of Hawaiian punch and cranberry juice.
Wine Company, Ramada Darjeeling
Boasting mid-century British influence is this sleek new bar called Wine Company with gorgeous wood finishing, plush seats and dim light, this spot is excellent for night caps, intimate drinks with your mates or even a date. Wind down with the gang after work at this cocktail bar and open kitchen tucked away in Ramada Darjeeling.
Wine Company, Ramada Darjeeling, Gandhi Road, Chauk Bazaar, Darjeeling Timing : 12:30pm – 11pm Average Cost : 1,200/- for two people Reservation : +91 7477714343
Refreshing Evening Drinks at Wine Company, Ramada Darjeeling
On chill weekends, pop by this hidden gem along Gandhi Irwin Bridge Road for good conversation over satisfying brunch plates. Come to Symphony in Ramada Chennai Egmore for satisfying, tasty, quick, mouthwatering buffet lunch. Savor hearty dishes like Singapore Chilli Crab, Oeuf Egg a La Curried Sauce, Chicken Chettinad, Mutton Dum Biryani and lots more to warm your heart and cool your belly. The lunch buffet features a diverse yet quality menu that is sure to satisfy. Mark this chic restaurant housed in the uber snazzy Ramada Chennai Egmore for friends meetup, corporate dinners or family lunches.
Symphony, Ramada Chennai Egmore Lunch Buffer Menu :
Main Course : Singapore Chilli Crab, Oeuf A La Curried Sauce (Egg), Chicken Chettinad, Gosht Dum Biryani (Mutton), Mili Juli Dal (Lentil), Shahi Paneer (Cottage Cheese), Gobi Adraki (Cauliflower), Tandoori Vegetable, Peerkangai Puli Kuzhambu (Ridge Gourd), Karamani Poriyal (Long Bean), Kaikari Sambar (Mixed Vegetable), Karuvapillai Kavipoo Varuval (Cauliflower), Thakkali Rasam (Tomato), Veg Salan, Okra Salt and Pepper, Snake Gourd in Hunan Sauce, Veg Chow Mein, Cilantro Glantane Potato, Legumes Butter Galzad, Pasta Creamy Beetroot
Biryani
Accompaniments (Rice and Indian Breads) : Lucknowi Veg Biryani, Steamed Rice, Thayir Vada, Thayir Sadham, Assorted Indian Bread (Naan & Roti)
Desserts : Marble Gateaux, Strawberry Cheesecake, Fruit Tart, Blackcurrant Mousse, White Chocolate Bar, Croissant Pudding, Coffee Mousse, Chocolate Parfait (Eggless), Choco Burfi (Sugar Free), Kesar Rasmalai, Moti Pak, Suji Halwa (Semolina), Ragi Semiya Payasam, Vanilla & Strawberry Ice Cream, Seasonal Cut Fruits
Food Tasted From Buffet Menu :
Classic Chicken Kathi Roll
Classic Chicken Kathi Roll – Classic Chicken Kathi Roll is deliciously spicy, smoky and moist boneless chicken pieces, a tangle of onions, capsicum and tomatoes with herbs and spices are wrapped inside crispy soft paratha. This lip smacking roll of a flaky tawa paratha stuffed with a flavourful chicken filling is a grab and go meal, a great take away for lunch if your in hurry. Originated from Kolkata, these spicy and delicious flatbread chicken rolls are now found all over India.
Pasta in Mix Herb Sauce
Pasta in Mix Herb Sauce – Pasta is infused with savory Italian herbs, cheese and lightly sauteed garlic, this seasoning mix really helps to ensure you get that classic Italian flavor. Nothing could be simpler — or more satisfying — than a dish of pasta flecked with a mix of fresh green herbs and dusted with Parmesan cheese, the bright hit of fresh herbs gives this simple pasta dish a fresh lift of flavor.
Paneer Tikka
Paneer Tikka – Paneer Tikka is chunks of soft and fresh paneer marinated with tandoori masala, ginger garlic paste and yogurt then grilled in a tandoor with veggies. Bursting with Indian flavour and spice lip-smacking paneer (cottage cheese), onion, and bell peppers are first marinated, then skewered and grilled. Paneer Tikka is a delicious, mild spicy, and flavorful tandoori dish that everyone loves.
Karuvapillai Kavipoo Varuval
Karuvapillai Kavipoo Varuval (Cauliflower) – Karuvapillai Kavipoo Varuval South Indian style spicy cauliflower stir fry that tastes excellent when served with steamed rice. Cauliflower Fry is packed with flavor, pan-fried golden brown pieces of crispy Cauliflowers are bathed in a dry gravy of onion and capsicum, is rich in calories and high in taste.
Singapore Chilli Crab
Singapore Chilli Crab – Singapore Chilli Crab is marinated Mud crabs are stir-fried in a semi-thick, sweet and savoury tomato-and-chili-based sauce. King of all crab dishes, this popular dish is served with the shell on, and drenched in a famously delicious, fiery and full-flavoured zesty chilli sauce. This spicy, tangy, rich crab dish is typically eaten with bare hands and this is Singapore’s national dish.
Coffee Mousse
Coffee Mousse – Coffee Mousse is classic silky mousse infused with coffee which brings out the richness of the coffee. Coffee Mousse is mildly sweet, light, fluffy, very refreshing, deliciously sophisticated dessert for coffee lovers, this luscious coffee mouse is pure heaven.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Karuvapillai Kavipoo Varuval
For a healthy twist on a local fave, try their Lo-cal Karuvapillai Kavipoo Varuval for spicy cauliflower stir fry with aromatic spices and a delicious homemade dry gravy of onion and capsicum. Karuvapillai Kavipoo Varuval may have several spice elements, but once they all come together it’s absolute magic.
Classic Chicken Kathi Roll
In Classic Chicken Kathi Roll tandoori chicken pieces are tawa fry with spices and fresh onions and capsicum. Meat-lovers, go for the Classic Chicken Kathi Roll for spicy, moist and tender chicken with with tossed onions and wrapped inside crisp paratha. The freshly fried paratha and the aromatic and generously portioned chicken chunks are great tummy-fillers.
Paneer Tikka
The Paneer Tikka sees freshly tandoored juicy cottage cheese with onion and bell peppers – pair it with the tangy coriander yogurt dip for extra enjoyment.
Pasta in Mix Herb Sauce
The Pasta in Mix Herb Sauce is another must-have – think al dente pasta (take your pick from penne, linguine or spaghetti) cooked with garlic, chilli, mix herbs and white sauce served warm. Mix herb sauce brings the flavors of a traditional herb garden to your table and its complex flavors compliment everything from pasta.
Singapore Chilli Crab
For something with more kick, get the Singapore Chilli Crab which is bolder in flavour with juicy crab meat. Don’t leave without sharing a portion of their aromatic chilli crabs. Singapore Chilli Crabs are a must-have, especially the thick and aromatic tomato & chilli sauce.
Coffee Mousse
Joining the mousse trend is their airy Coffee Mousse that ticks all the right boxes: jiggly, light and perfectly creamy. Those who love the rich, invigorating aroma of cocoa in a cream mousse with just the right hint of sweetness for the end of the meal.
Ramada Chennai Egmore
Symphony at Ramada Chennai Egmore, turned out to be a wonderfully pleasant surprise. With a couple of exceptions, the food was enticingly aromatic, richly flavourful, utterly delicious and, very zestful too. Perfect for afternoon lunch buffet with friends or family, is this huge, pleasant and bright restaurant nestled inside Ramada Chennai Egmore. Gather your colleagues for lunch at this cute spot called Symphony in Ramada Chennai Egmore.
Probably the largest Seafood eatery in whole Chennai, The Marina has gained quite a following over the years. There’s something for everyone at this popular seafood restaurant known for oriental-style cooking and fresh seafood. Driving long, just for a meal at this massive seafood restaurant might sound like a radical idea, but every foodie in city will assures it’s worth it. Step into The Marina and you will see the whole fresh catch seafood market in ground floor then you will understand how much emphasis they place on aesthetics. So, stop by this romantic hole-in-the-wall along College Road for a dose of quality seafood.
The Marina
Food Served on Table :
American Crispy Corns & Honey Garlic Calamari
American Crispy Corns – Sweet corn kernels are lightly coated in spicy batter and deep fried till golden then served in a deep fried cup made by cornflour. Unique and exciting American Crispy Corns are not-too-spicy but very addictive anytime snack.
Honey Garlic Calamari – Honey Garlic Calamari is fresh and tender calamari rings entirely coated with spicy flour mixture batter and deep fry till golden brown then tossed with the Honey Garlic sauce and serve hot. Crispy and perfectly seasoned Honey Garlic Calamari is delicious, juicy, light and tender with mild garlic aroma.
Seer Fish Tawa Fry
Seer Fish Tawa Fry – Fresh and moist Seer fish marinated with spices mixture on all sides with sprinkle over curry leaves to enhances the flavour and tawa (pan) fry till golden on each side. Lips-making Seer Fish Tawa Fry got uncomplicated flavors & intricate texture which makes it absolutely mouthwatering.
Grilled Pomfret
Grilled Pomfret – Pomfret fish marinated with yogurt, exotic spices and then grill in the oven till it become crispy and golden brown. This grilled pomfret prepared with a melange of spices is a fish lover’s delight – a perfect amalgamation of taste and aroma. The mouthwatering crisp, juicy and tangy Grilled Pomfret is everyone’s favorite.
Hariyali Fish Tikka
Hariyali Fish Tikka – Hariyali Fish Tikka fresh and moist fish chunks are marinated with blend of flavourful herbs in thick yogurt, little lime juice and spices then grilled in charcoal tandoor till perfection. Spicy and delicious Hariyali Fish Tikka has a distinct mouthwatering flavour, served steaming hot with salad and mint yogurt dip to fill the tummy.
Lobster Thermidor
Lobster Thermidor – Lobster Thermidor is a mixture of fresh, soft and juicy lobster meat cooked in creamy white wine sauce and hint of mustard, stuffed into a lobster shell then sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and baked until golden. Lobster Thermidor is as rich and luxurious as it sounds, tempting cheesy flavours and sumptuous crisp texture makes it a true gourmet treat.
Pepper Grilled Sole Fish
Pepper Grilled Sole Fish – Fresh whole Sole fish lightly seasoned with crushed black pepper and brushed with plenty of butter then grilled to perfection. Tempting crisper texture of Sole fish skin optimizes flavor and juiciness, because of the skin and a thin layer of (healthy) fat insulate the meat while grilling on oven, this makes it a perfectly flaky grilled fish.
Singapore Chili Crab
Singapore Chili Crab – Fresh catch mud crab simmer in a thick, sweet and savory chili and tomato sauce is rich, spicy, tangy and absolutely delicious. Savoury succulent crab is drenched in a thick spicy and sweet tomato sauce with piquant and flavourful chilli base makes a sweet yet zesty bouquet of flavors. The flavors truly bond together like magic in Singapore Chili Crab.
Lasooni Grilled Jumbo Prawns
Lasooni Grilled Jumbo Prawns – Fresh and juicy grilled prawn tossed in a sweet, spicy, garlicky sauce which packs a serious flavour punch. Succulent crisp and spicy Lasooni Grilled Jumbo Prawns served with a spicy flavor-packed garlic chili oil, is true savoury bliss.
Tom Yum Steamed Hamour Fish
Tom Yum Steamed Hamour Fish – Soft and tender Hamour fish is enhanced with tom yam paste, some chopped bird-eyes chilli, onions, ginger and garlic – a perfect blend of tangy and savory flavors. A marvelous Thai steamed fish dish, and apart from being sour, spicy, garlicky, it has a light citrus and lemongrass fragrant that whet your appetite.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
American Crispy Corns & Honey Garlic Calamari
For starters, get the Honey Garlic Calamari, put it your mouth, and wait for the party to begin; the flavours and textures are pretty damn amazing. To share, get the nicely done American Crispy Corns that sees a perfect balance between the sweet corn kernels and the spiciness from the spicy batter coating.
Seer Fish Tawa Fry
Also, enjoy the uber juicy Seer Fish Tawa Fry that’s done perfectly while sporting a crisp skin, and balanced with various spice marination — the perfect partner for a cocktail or two.
Grilled Pomfret
You may not want to share the Grilled Pomfret, a flaky, perfectly grilled whole pomfret with ridiculously crisp skin, and an unassuming spicy marination coating that brims with flavour. The Grilled Pomfret paints the perfect pairing with you drink, and might just be the best thing you’ll have that night.
Hariyali Fish Tikka
Go for the Hariyali Fish Tikka – succulent pieces of fish char-grilled in mild, flavourful marination with hints of lime and herbs. The Hariyali Fish Tikka is a crowd pleaser as well, essentially a fish kebab – juicy, soft and packed with flavour.
Lobster Thermidor
Impress your date with their Lobster Thermidor that sees generous portions of lobster meat in a creamy white wine sauce that brings out the lobster’s sweetness and hint of mustard that balances the overpowering sweetness. Sinfully good smooth juicy bites of lobster with luscious, cheesy, slightly over-charred Parmesan cheese topping.
Pepper Grilled Sole Fish
Juicy, crisp and melt-in-the-mouth Pepper Grilled whole Sole fish is marinated very lightly yet so flavourful you can do away with salts and dips. Their house-secret marinades are what really elevate the flavours of the Sole fish, and the dipping sauces that come with are really tasty too. The incredibly tender pepper grilled sole fish with a top layer of melt-in-your-mouth crisp will leave you helpless!
Singapore Chili Crab
The bang-for-your-buck Singapore Chili Crab features a whole portion of perfectly cooked crab soaked in addictively, spicy sauce. The chilli crab hits the mark with super fresh crabs and a sauce that is well-balanced, albeit on the slightly spicy side. Their succulent Singapore Chili Crab bathed in a flavourful semi-thick slightly sweet and more spicy sauce.
Lasooni Grilled Jumbo Prawns
Order their Lasooni Grilled Jumbo Prawns for well-grilled and deliciously sweet prawns that are seasoned with house-made spice. Lasooni Grilled Jumbo Prawns feature fresh, crisp and juicy golden-brown prawns tossed in a sweet, spicy, garlicky sauce — heavenly when dipped into the garlic chili oil.
Tom Yum Steamed Hamour Fish
Do yourself a favour and get the Tom Yum Steamed Hamour Fish. The fish is fresh and steamed to perfection, and the gravy – Sour, spicy and salty, this is one feisty fish. The Tom Yum Steamed Hamour Fish here is tangy yet subtly sweet, and will kick your butt with its spiciness.
Mocktails – The Marina
If you need a drink to quell the spiciness, their mocktails will do the trick.
The Marina
The Marina is a chic, upscale seafood restaurant with a modern twist. With its more relaxed vibe and quiet location in College Road, The Marina makes for a nice hideout to chill and have excellent seafood. The Marina prides itself on using freshly catch ingredients for all their dishes and aims to serve authentic fresh flavourful Seafood to their patrons. As the seating capacity is limited, you might want to go early on weekends, or on weekday nights when it’s less crowded.
The Marina
The Marina, 39, College Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai Timing : 12noon – 3pm, 7pm – 11pm; Average Cost : 1,600 for two people (approx.) Reservation : 044 42035265 / +91 9884396213
Chennai Diary – The Marina : Brings Bay of Bengal on Your Plate
Since its inauguration in 2000, Ente Keralam set the benchmark for stand-alone fine dining Keralian restaurants in Chennai. Step into the Ente Keralam and be transported to a different time, tasteful touches of luxe South Indian memorabilia with a modern twist. Ente Keralam aims to give their guests the kind of culinary experience that one would receive in god’s own country, and they have managed it get it on point. It’s not just the delicious food that has earned Ente Keralam loyal patrons — service is speedy and the servers are mercifully attentive to all requests.
Ente Keralam, Chennai
Ente Keralam’s emits the tantalizing fragrances of South Indian cultures. The restaurant has not just found the balance with a menu that brings together culinary specialties from the Kerala’s many regions and communities but also keeps bringing culinary experts from Kerala for well-executed and authentic dining experience. Ente Keralam boasts an incredible spread made from fiercely-guarded recipes passed down through generations. So, are you ready to enjoy the most authentic and traditional Keralian dishes that Chennai has to offer!
Ente Keralam, Chennai
Food served on Table :
Puttu & Ragi Puttu
Puttu & Ragi Puttu – Puttu is a timeless culinary treasure of Kerala, made with rice flour or ragi flour (for Ragi Puttu) combined with grated coconut and salt and steamed in a special Puttu Maker called Puttukudam and then served hot with curry, small yellow bananas and fried pappadam. Soft, smooth and delicious Puttu is humble yet healthy and filling, mild coconut flavoured dish popular in all over Kerala.
Malabar Konchu Porichathu
Malabar Konchu Porichathu – Malabar Konchu Porichathu is fresh water prawns marinated with spices and deep fried with grated coconut and curry leaves. In Malabar Konchu Porichathu the delicious soft and juicy prawns inside crisp spicy layer brings out an mouthwatering aroma that is truly divine.
Kurumulaku Chicken
Kurumulaku Chicken – Kurumulaku Chicken or Chicken Pepper Fry is made with marinated chicken pieces, whole ground spices, onions, tomato, freshly crushed black pepper corns and curry leaves and then stir-fry until golden browned. The spicy and tender kurumulaku chicken is succulent and bursting with bold peppery flavours, a treat to your palate.
Kerala style Vegetable Kurma & Appam
Kerala style Vegetable Kurma & Appam – South Indian Vegetable Kurma is a stew of assorted veggies simmered in a mild spicy, thick & flavorful coconut based gravy which pairs well with Appam. Soft, crisp and lacy appam is vegan and gluten free, made with fermented rice batter, fresh grated coconut and coconut milk. Aromatic and creamy Kerala style Mixed Vegetable Kurma pair perfectly with crisp Appam.
Nadan Kozhi Curry & Malabar Paratha
Nadan Kozhi Curry & Malabar Paratha – Nadan Kozhi Curry is made by simmering chicken in coconut oil with fresh ground Kerala spice powder, roasted coconut & coconut milk. This Kerala cuisine is well known for its unique flavors, delicious taste & simplicity. Nadan Kozhi Curry is a fairly thick curry with coconut milk and spicy, delicious & bursting with flavours that brings a smile to everyone’s face. Crisp, flaky layered Malabar Paratha made from refined flour is a thing of immense joy when paired with flavourful Nadan Kozhi Curry.
Nadan Erachi Ularthiyathu
Nadan Erachi Ularthiyathu – Nadan Erachi Ularthiyathu is marinated tender mutton pieces cooked in freshly ground spices and sauteed with onions, tomato, coconut slices & slowly roasted until gets dark brown color and aromatic flavor. Nadan Erachi Ularthiyathu or Kerala Mutton Roast is a spicy and delicious coconut flavoured mutton dry preparation which paired well with steamed rice or Ghee Rice.
Karimeen Pollichathu
Karimeen Pollichathu – Karimeen Pollichathu is spice marinated pearl fish wrapped inside banana leaf and grilled over charcoal oven is one of the famous and delicious fish delicacy of Kerala. The aroma of Karimeen Pollichathu is out of this world! The aromatic grilled fish is melt-in-mouth soft and very spicy.
Ney Choru
Ney Choru – Ney choru is flavourful Ghee rice infused with ghee, various aromatic spices and garnished with fried onions and cashew-nuts. In malayalam ‘ney’ means ghee and ‘choru’ means rice. Ney Choru has mild yet pleasing spice flavours which goes well with any Chicken, Fish or Mutton curry.
Malabar Shell Fish Curry
Malabar Shell Fish Curry – Malabar Shell Fish Curry is boneless shellfish chunks are cooked in gravy of coconut milk, variety of spices, kudampuli (Dried malabar tamarind) and curry leaves with coconut oil. Local spices and kudampuli gives this fish curry a very appealing taste and a slight tang with a hint of smoky flavour.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Puttu & Ragi Puttu
The cylindrical-shaped Puttu is a South Indian dish made with ground rice and coconut. Puttu at Ente Keralam is one item that should not be missed. From pineapple to beetroot or just the usual rice or ragi Puttu, the Ente Keralam promises a wide selection of Kerala’s most favourite breakfast dish, including a chocolate dessert variant.
Malabar Konchu Porichathu
The taste buds that got soothed by Puttu suddenly got activated by the spicy Malabar Konchu Porichathu, which in turn brought all the senses alive. Good for sharing is the Malabar Konchu Porichathu with an intense in-your-face spice that goes well with the soft and juicy deep fried prawns.
Kurumulaku Chicken
A must-order is their meaty and succulent Kurumulaku Chicken or Chicken Pepper Fry mixed with fragrant dry spices. The juicy chunks of chicken meat are slathered in crushed black pepper corns for a strong dose of spiciness.
Karimeen Pollichathu
Then a nice-smelling banana leaf package with a small piece of lemon is served, which turns out to be Karimeen Pollichathu. Unwrapping the banana leaf, you will find a full fish covered with spicy aromatic masala wafting through the air. Three or four gashes on both sides of the fish not only enables the masala to seep through, but also make it easy to devour the spicy, steaming fish.
Malabar Shell Fish Curry
Sure to hook you is their super fresh Malabar Shell Fish Curry that stars a generous portion of moist and delectably flaky shellfish fillet steamed with sliced kudampuli, spices and curry leaves in a gravy of coconut milk.
Nadan Kozhi Curry & Malabar Paratha
An absolute must-order is the Nadan Kozhi Curry with Malabar Paratha that sees fresh slices of soft and moist chicken simmered with the perfect amount of mildly spicy, coconut milk gravy.
Nadan Erachi Ularthiyathu
The Nadan Erachi Ularthiyathu is peppery, super tasty and definitely worth having seconds! Nadan Erachi Ularthiyathu here are also super juicy, very meaty and slathered with finger-licking freshly ground spices that will keep you busy for a while.
Little trinkets of flavours surrounded the spread beautifully and they graced our palettes with every bite, giving us the true taste of Kerala.
Ente Keralam, Chennai
The popularity of authentic Kerala food is evident from the line of people patiently waiting for a table at Ente Keralam. The interiors are muted and the display shows off the typical sights of the Kerala. Ente Keralam became one of the best fine dining Keralian restaurants that bridged the gap between luxury star properties and hole in the wall establishments across the city. Perfect for dates and intimate gatherings with friends or family is this buzzy Keralian-style diner in Alwarpet.
Ente Keralam, Chennai
Ente Keralam, 1, Poes Garden, 1st Street, Alwarpet, Chennai Timing : 12noon – 3pm, 7pm – 11pm Average Cost : 800/- for two people Reservation : +91 7810044874 / 044 42328585
Chennai Diary – Ente Keralam : Truly Yours from The Gods Own Country
If you’re looking for a place to house a big group after work, this is a reliable spot. With simple, crowd-pleasing dishes alongside ice-cold beer or cocktails, a lively night awaits. When a tapas bar meets natural cocktails and a killer kitchen, you get the fun-loving, no-frills Sera – The Tapas Bar & Restaurant. Expect a good time and even better drinks by the glass. The pub took pride in the fact that they were one of the first joints in Chennai to kick-start the city’s nightlife graph. So, start the week right with drinks with your mates at this buzzy resto bar in Cathedral Road.
Sera The Tapas Bar & Restaurant, Chennai
Food Served on Table :
Apple Balsamic on Creamy Parmesan Toast
Apple Balsamic on Creamy Parmesan Toast – Apple Balsamic has an enticing aroma and a delicate, sweet apple flavor, fruitier than most balsamics. Its rich flavor makes it ideal for summer grilling, and when paired with one of Creamy Parmesan Toast, saltiness of cheese balance the sweetness of Apple Balsamic to liven up refreshing crunchy and fruity affair.
Crispy Fried Onion Rings
Crispy Fried Onion Rings – Deep-fried super crispy onion rings get their amazing texture from the panco and chilli coating also one of the most popular appetizer in any Pub or bar. Crispy Fried Onion Rings are the ultimate deep-fried indulgence with your chilled beer and spicy dips.
Chili Garlic Prawn Cooked in Olive Oil
Chili Garlic Prawn Cooked in Olive Oil – Chili Garlic Prawn Cooked in Olive Oil is a delicious Spanish dish, fresh catch prawns are sautéed in olive oil infused with garlic and chilli then slow cooked and served with garlic bread.
Grilled Parmesan Chicken in Brown Butter Sauce
Grilled Parmesan Chicken in Brown Butter Sauce – Grilled with Parmesan cheese Chicken boneless and skinless breast pieces cooked in browned butter infused with honey, garlic and lemon juice. Grilled Parmesan Chicken in Brown Butter Sauce brings a contrast of textures, the chicken had a crispy exterior that is coated with parmesan and a rich buttery brown sauce and tender juicy inside which pairs well with the soft and smooth mashed potatoes.
French Onion Meat Dumplings
French Onion Meat Dumplings – The slow cooked caramelized onions simmering in tasty mutton broth and that cheesy broiled French bread makes it a big winner for everyone. French Onion Meat Dumplings encase a savory filling of deli roast mutton sautéed in a French onion soup mixture and added shredded cheese topped with French Bread Toast.
Drinks Served on Table :
The Country Brute
The Country Brute – The Country Brute, leverages the fine tune of Gin as well as the sweet fruitiness of country jaggery syrup, all of it punched up with fresh Fig and softened by a hit of grated Ginger. The Country Brute felt perfect in creative balance.
Russian Woodlands
Russian Woodlands – The Russian Woodlands finds fruit-scented blue pea syrup alongside unexpected flavors of Lychee and Pomegranate. All the ingredients makes the Gray Goose vodka go down in a thoroughly—and almost dangerously—smooth manner.
Spanish Sangria
Spanish Sangria – Spanish Sangria is a blend of wine, brandy, fresh cut fruits, orange juice and lemonade. Light and refreshing, this drink could be dangerous because you can’t taste the brandy. It’s effervescent too, fresh orange juice and lemonade makes it lively and nicely chopped fruits makes a pretty garnish. A good accompaniment to foods with salty and spicy nature.
Jallikattu
Jallikattu – Jallikattu is the perfect cocktail to knock you over from winter to spring. Vodka, White rum, Gin, Tequila, Cointreau, Sparkling wine and Jager are enough get your blood flowing instantly, while a flavor profile of ginger and citrus creates the perfect combination of sour and spice. Mix of five spirits create an out of the ordinary experience that somehow beautifully comes together and warms you up at the same time. One sip of this sour and spicy drink and you’ll feel a lovely warm feeling in body and soul in chilled winter.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Apple Balsamic on Creamy Parmesan Toast
Simple but also yummy is the Apple Balsamic on Creamy Parmesan Toast with crisp edges and a fruity apple chunks toppings blanketed in cinnamon.
Chili Garlic Prawn Cooked in Olive Oil
For strong Spanish flavours, order their Chili Garlic Prawn Cooked in Olive Oil that comes with crunchy garlic bread on side and served with fresh whole prawns in a thick spicy garlic base cooked in olive oil. Sink your teeth into the fresh and juicy prawns and kick back with a classic Russian Woodlands or get cheeky with The Country Brute cocktail.
Crispy Fried Onion Rings
Dive straight into the addictively crispy Fried Onion Rings. Crispy Fried Onion Rings are so good you might forget them to dip in the spicy dips while sipping on beers.
French Onion Meat Dumplings
Unwind with freshly prepared warm French Onion Meat Dumplings and a super cool, ice-cold Jallikattu with a small group of friends. From the crispiness and contrast in flavours the French Onion Meat Dumplings stands out, it is a surprisingly refreshing yet spicy side to go with strong Jallikattu.
Grilled Parmesan Chicken in Brown Butter Sauce
Big eaters — the generously-portioned Grilled Parmesan Chicken in Brown Butter Sauce comes with a humongous piece of fried chicken breast piece and mashed potatoes will satisfy! Wash it all down with the sweet and fruity Spanish Sangria.
Sera The Tapas Bar & Restaurant, Chennai
Experience old Chennai glamour at its finest at this highly anticipated place — think wall paintings, dim lighting and brass and gold accents with leather sofa. Sera – The Tapas Bar & Restaurant is helmed by Corporate Chef Ramkumar Varatharaj, you can expect you and your belly to have a stellar experience. Great for dates or after work drinks with the colleagues also you can make a mental note of this chic pub in Cathedral Road for your future cocktail cravings.
Sera The Tapas Bar & Restaurant, Chennai
Sera – The Tapas Bar & Restaurant, 71, Cathedral Road, Gopalapuram, Chennai Timing : 12:30 pm – 12 midnight; Average Cost : 1,600/- for two (approx) including alcohol Reservation : 044 48627811 / +91 9952058860
Chennai Diary – Sera The Tapas Bar : The First and The Finest Bar in Chennai
The warm, earnest attitude at Symphony is something you pick up on quickly once stepping into this homey space nestled inside Ramada Chennai Egmore a four star property. Symphony’s extensive menu and its consistency in food quality are the drawing factors for its regulars. Located in the Gandhi Irwin Bridge Road, Symphony is a true gem, with amazing interior and delightful breakfast buffet option. The clean, corporate look with a warm, welcoming feel makes you wanna spend the whole day here.
Ramada Chennai Egmore
Ramada Chennai Egmore Breakfast Menu :
General Buffet – Masala Dosa, Sada Dosa, Paper Dosa, Plain Idly, Medu Vada, Potato Croquettes, Chole Bhature, Gobi Paratha, Vada Curry, Masala Uttapam, Appam, Idiyyappam, Sooji Halwa, Pongal, Onion Sambar, Coconut Chutney, Tomato Chutney, Mashed Potato, Veg Noodles, Egg Fried Rice, Strawberry Pancake, Boiled Egg, Chicken Sausage, Scrambled Egg.
Juice Counter – Watermelon Juice, Cucumber Juice, Orange Juice.
Beverage Counter – 4 types of Cereals, Yogurt, Sprouts, Milk, Variety of Tea and Coffee
Bread Counter – Muffins, Croissant, Dry Cake, Doughnut, White Bread and Brown Bread, Variety of Sandwich, Cheese Platter.
Live Counters – Pasta, Dosa, Egg, Fruit.
Food Served on Table :
South Indian Filter Coffee
South Indian Filter Coffee – South Indian Filter Coffee or Madras Filter Coffee or Kaapi is an everyday must have beverage in Southern parts of India. It is aromatic, strong yet sweet milky coffee, a not to be missed beverage if you in South India.
Paper Dosa
Paper Dosa – Paper Dosa is another well known South Indian dish enjoyed in breakfast and lunch. This ultra thin and extra crispy Dosa is consumed with Sambar, Coconut Chutney, Onion Tomato Chutney, Groundnuts Chutney.
Idiyappam
Idiyappam – Idiyappam is super delicious South Indian steamed rice noodle. Idiyappam is a traditional breakfast dish of Kerala prepared with rice flour and coconut milk, normally served with stew or any spicy curry. Idiyappam is light, very healthy, low on calories, low on fat and still delicious.
Medu Vada
Medu Vada – Medu vada is another popular anytime South Indian snack and usually prepare in an interesting doughnut shape, with a crisp exterior and mushy interior. This crispy, delicate and delicious Medu Vada goes very well with coconut chutney or hot sambar.
Idly
Idly – Idly is most popular breakfast dish in southern India and available every where taking from road side stalls to five star hotels. Soft, fluffy and spongy Idly is basically steamed rice cake and easy digestive with fewer calories, excellent light breakfast to start the day.
Chole Bhature
Chole Bhature – Chole Bhature is very admired breakfast dish of Northan India especially Punjab. Chole Bhature is combination of 2 dishes; Chole is tangy curry of white chickpeas whereas Bhatura is a fluffy and fried bread prepared with refined flour and yogurt.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Medu Vada
You should not miss the authentic Medu Vada – think crispy, fluffy vada topped with grated coconut sprinkles. Start with their for crispy yet fluffy, savoury lentil “donuts” served with side of chutneys.
Idly
Soft and spongy, salty and sweet, warm fluffy Idly is loaded with just the right amount of freshness, accompanied with hot Sambar, Coconut Chutney, Onion Tomato Chutney, Groundnuts Chutney gives you four different taste once you dip on each.
Idiyappam
I will advice to go for the Idiyappam, with fresh curd and sugar in place of curries. Idiyappam will taste something completely different you have even imagined. The sweetness of the sugar is balanced out nicely by the zippiness of the yoghurt, making for an incredibly satisfying dish.
Paper Dosa
Don’t leave without trying the traditional Paper Dosa, deliciously spiced mashed potato is encased within a paper thin, crispy rolled shell made extra fragrant by ghee, and served with turmeric-based sambar, onion tomato chutney, groundnuts chutney and coconut coriander chutney.
Chole Bhature
Another crowd favourite is the fragrant and spicy Chole Bhature — think white chickpeas douses within tangy north Indian curry which pairs amazingly well with soft Bhature.
Symphony, Ramada Chennai Egmore aims to be the kind of place that feels like stepping into a friends ‘home. You’d be hard-pressed to find better service than what you’d get here, and that goes for the quality of your food too. Necessary Provisions is everything you’d want from a fine dining. Surreal lighting, dark walls, streaming sunlight, plants, gorgeous bakes, killer Kaapi, and juices on tap. It’s worth the visit. You should just try everything on buffet, and don’t miss out on their Paper Dosa.
Ramada Chennai Egmore
Symphony, Ramada Chennai Egmore, Gandhi Irwin Bridge Road, Egmore, Chennai Breakfast Timing : 7 AM – 10 AM Breakfast Buffet Cost : 599/- Reservation : 044 46104777 / 66004777
Chennai Diary – Prep Your Day Like a Boss with Power Breakfast at Symphony, Ramada Chennai Egmore
If you’ve got a date who loves Pan-Asian food then this is your cue! Located at Cathedral Road, this Pan-Asian restaurant may be a little hard to find. But once you do, you’ll find a buzzing spot serving up tasty oriental food and unique drinks. Priding itself as an Asian Canteen, the menu at Va Pho boasts throughout Asia. When Oriental cravings strike, make a trip to Va Pho – Asian Canteen for their unique Pan-Asian dishes.
Va Pho Asian Canteen, Chennai
Tucked among the many eateries along Cathedral Road, this trendy dig is great for group gatherings – food portions are generous and space is ample. Just one look at the menu and you will find Vietnamese, Indonesian, Filipino, Korean, Burmese, Malaysian, Singaporean and obviously the most popular of them of all, Chinese and Thai. This makes Va Pho a different kind of Pan-Asian restaurant and knowing that all comes under the Oriental Cuisines umbrella, you are guaranteed a culinary journey through Asia with every dish.
Va Pho Asian Canteen, Chennai
Drink Served on Table :
Milo Dyno
Milo Dyno – Milo Dinosaur or Milo Dyno is the most popular chocolate energy drink in Malaysia. Milo Dyno basically is a glass of chilled of Milo with an extra spoonful of undissolved Milo powder added on top of it, delightfully creamy & malty.
Food Served on Table :
Har Gow
Har Gow – Chinese Shrimp Dim Sum (Har Gow) served with Zucchini, Corn and Cream Cheese dips. Har gow is a form of Dim Sum made with a translucent covering and stuffed with shrimp and vegetables. Juicy, luscious filling wrapped by a translucent skin is a pleasure both for palate and eyes.
Saigon Pho Beef
Saigon Pho Beef – Pho is the national dish of Vietnam. The Hanoi (northern) and Saigon (southern) styles of pho differ by noodle width, sweetness of broth, and choice of herbs. In Vietnam, French settlers commonly eat beef pho, whereas Vietnamese traditionally eat pork and chicken pho. The highlight of Saigon Pho Beef is sliced grilled beef served over a bed of shredded lettuce and spicy tomato sauce with soup on the side.
Vapho Prawns
Vapho Prawns – Vapho Prawns is Sambal Udang a typical spicy Malaysian dish. Prawn Sambal is a fiery and piquant side dish where prawn’s sweetness is balanced by the hot and spicy flavours of sambal sauce.
Crispy Spicy Fish Bao
Crispy Spicy Fish Bao – Crispy Spicy Fish Bao is typical fluffy Bao buns stuffed with crisp, tender and juicy panko-fried fish fillet – a staple in Taiwanese street food. Sichuan Salt and Pepper marinated Fish gives a spicy aroma and crisp texture in mouth. If you think fish rolls are amazing, wait till you try this one out.
Spicy Grilled Fish Satay
Spicy Grilled Fish Satay – Spicy Grilled Fish Satay is one of Indonesian traditional dishes called Sate Lilit Bali or Balinese Fish Satay. Properly marinated fish cooked with the rich taste of Indonesian spices, grated coconut and grilled with love.
Phuket Pork Satay
Phuket Pork Satay – Phuket Pork Satay or Moo Ping can be found in every market and on every street corner in Phuket, Thailand. Thin slices of fatty pork pieces are tossed in a punchy, savory marinade, bunched tightly onto skewers, and grilled over charcoal. Grilled pork skewers called moo ping, are a popular street food in Thailand.
Khaosuay Chicken
Khaosuay Chicken – Khow Suey is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Burmese cuisine. Khow suey is Burmese curried noodles made of egg noodles and curried chicken with coconut milk, served with a variety of contrasting condiments. Adding chopped green chilli and a squeeze of lemon also adds tanginess and spiciness to khow suey.
Mung Bean Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream
Mung Bean Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream – Mung Bean Cake has original from Hai Duong, a northern province of Vietnam. Mung Bean Cake or Banh Dau Xanh is a popular Vietnamese desert prepared with mashed mung beans. Hai Duong Mung Bean Cakes have been famous for over a century, and are closely associated with a story about Bao Dai- Vietnam’s last emperor.
Tender Coconut Ice Cream Stick
Tender Coconut Ice Cream Stick – Tender Coconut Ice Cream Stick (Ice buko), also known as buko ice candy or coconut Popsicle a traditional Filipino Dessert made with coconut strings, pearls, evaporated milk, and condensed milk. Buko ice candy or Tender Coconut Ice Cream Stick is a Filipino ice pop made from milk and young coconut and served with sweetened coconut cream & sago pearls. Perhaps the most refreshing summer Popsicle to enjoy on a warm day.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Har Gow
For a healthy twist on Chinese fave, try their Har Gow for chopped shrimp piled with cucumber, carrot with a translucent covering and three delicious homemade sauce to dip. Chinese Shrimp Dim Sum featuring juicy, luscious chopped shrimp filling and served with Zucchini, Corn and Cream Cheese dips.
Phuket Pork Satay
Share their crisp, tender and flavourful Phuket Pork Satay or Moo Ping, which is especially good when paired with their gochujiang sauce. Wash it all down with a tall frosty glass of creamy & malty Milo Dyno.
Saigon Pho Beef
Great for sharing is their popular Saigon Pho Beef that features nicely charred, juicy sliced grilled beef. Order this super addictive and hearty Saigon Pho Beef when you are in a group. The sliced grilled beef has a nice crunch on the outside but remains juicy, while a runny spicy soup complete the pearly white rice bowl.
Vapho Prawns
Equally stunning is their Vapho Prawns, having shot to fame for its spicy sambal sauce and lightly crisp, soft and luscious prawns – a definite must-order.
Crispy Spicy Fish Bao
Also on the hit list is the Crispy Spicy Fish Bao, featuring housemade soft, melt in mouth, buttery Bao and crispy, juicy and spicy fish.
Spicy Grilled Fish Satay
I recommend the Spicy Grilled Fish Satay — generous amounts crisp and flavourful fish pieces on skewers just waiting to get vanished in your mouth just don’t forget to dip before you bite.
Mung Bean Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream
Go straight for their signature dessert, the Mung Bean Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream — Vietnamese Mung Bean Cake that are incredibly light and fluffy. These cakes are accompanied by chopped mix fruits and vanilla ice cream.
Tender Coconut Ice Cream Stick
Save some tummy space so you can order the Tender Coconut Ice Cream Stick for another dessert.
Don’t look past this hole-in-a-wall along bustling Cathedral Road. Vietnamese food is one of the most varied cuisines in Asia — a delicious blend of the food from its colonial visitors and its inherent age-old native flavours and techniques. Mark this spot and gather your colleagues for dinner at Va Pho. There’s a tiny nook of Hanoi tucked away off the busy Cathedral Road, of Gopalapuram, in Chennai.
Va Pho Asian Canteen, Chennai
Va Pho – Asian Canteen, 73, Cathedral Road, Gopalapuram, Chennai Timing : 12noon – 3pm & 7pm – 11pm Average Cost : 1,400/- for two people Reservation : 00 4448566555
Chennai Diary – Va Pho : Asian Canteen with Food Fun & Celebrations
Traveling for Food and drink has become a pretty big trend nowadays. More and more travelers are seeking memorable gourmet experiences while they travel abroad.
