This year I had the opportunity to discover Bombay. A city which was a big complex web of train lines now feels simpler. Thanks to various people who recommended me places and taught me how to move around in Mumbai. Last weekend, I got another opportunity to discover more in Mumbai. So, I went to a place which was added to my list the moment I returned from Colaba. The place is Fort.
So, where in Fort? My plan was to visit
- Britannia & Co (for Kohinoor uncle and their Berry Pulao)
- Hotel Deluxe (for some yummy Kerlite Food and especially for their Onam Sadya)
- Yazdani Bakery (For Brun Maska)
- Ideal Corner (For Dansak and Custard)
- Cafe Military (Sali Boro and Caramel Custard)
- Also, roam around a bit
But, I could go to only two places as I only had one afternoon with me. This post is about the first place I went to.
Right after my I checked into in my hotel, I took an Uber to Fort. Directly to Britannia & Co. The moment you enter the place, you know that it is going to be unique. The checked tablecloths, the menu on those table cloths secured with a glass top, a simple rooster for the menu (the rooster is Robin and was a pet here), the same Bentwood furniture that were imported from Poland during the its early years, interior made by Japanese carpenters, life-size cut-outs of the Prince William and Kate Middleton, India's flag along with Iran's flag and the Union Jack, picture of Mahatma Gandhi along with the Queen...the list goes on. You have to be there to absorb it all.