Hakkasan’s located at Waterfield road, Bandra, has its counterparts in London since 2002. The one in India opened on 2nd June 2011 and boasts of authentic oriental cuisine. It’s divided into two sections, one being the fine dining which is brightly lit and accommodates 80-100 guests. Adjoining to it is the “Ling-Ling” lounge bar and private dining for a crowd of 50 guests.

 

The lunch has a set menu of 1688/- and 1888/- for Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian respectively. The Dinner has two slots for reservation at 8pm and 10pm for an a la- carte menu. We placed an order for Caviar, dim sums, the stir fry noodles along with prawns in oyster and honey sauce. A must have for the adventurous foodies is the roast duck salad and juicy tenderloin (beef) which is cooked in traditional spices and is simply delectable.

 

For dessert we chose the raspberry yogurt with sesame and white chocolate mousse with passion fruit sorbet. It was an absolute delight because the desserts have the right proportion of sweet with a hint of tanginess. The bar is well stocked and serves premium brands by the glass and bottle.

 

The bar tender suggested we go with “Sake” – a warm Japanese rice wine that is served by the carafe at Rs 1200 and a bottle priced at Rs 6,500.The ambience is softly lit and tastefully done up. Amicable and cordial staff at this restro-bar indeed adds to the entire experience of a pleasant evening.

 

Haagen Dasz

Shop No. 36 & 37, Ground Floor, Oberoi Mall, Off Western Express Highway, Goregaon East, Mumbai

022 40233788

 

A popular US chain of premium quality ice cream parlors with innovative desserts including helpings of sorbet, sundae cones, ice cream bars, and frozen yogurt. Located on the ground floor of Oberoi mall, Goregaon, you cannot give this place a miss. It has created an engaging environment living upto its international standards. 

 

One scoop of ice cream without toppings costs Rs 180, Rs 290 for two scoops plus tax. It definitely lives upto its tagline "Made like no other" as no other ice cream brand would afford to loose its market share at the rate at which each topping is priced!

 

Sweet lovers would be bribed with unending flavours, delicious concoctions, with no emulsifier or stabilzers other than egg and butter! The presentation is a treat to watch but to what extent would only these key points draw us here again? 

 

We are aware of its origin from the US but catering to Indian clients should be its priority. We suggest they rethink their pricing standards and portions to garner the attention of ice cream loyalists! Aren’t there enough competitors already?