As foodies, at any time when we want to stimulate our style buds and discover one thing completely different, a visit to Bandra West (and environment) nearly by no means disappoints. Throughout a latest outing, we had the prospect to take a look at Tropicool Cafe, a vibrant and comparatively new house nestled on a bylane close to Khar Danda. This cosy institution prides itself as the primary Brazilian cafe within the metropolis and nation and intrigued us with its expansive vary of choices. We stepped in and sat down for a leisurely meal set in opposition to a vibrant decor.
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Tropicool is a worldwide superfood model that specialises in authentically sourced acai and acai-based merchandise, amongst others. It has a presence in additional than 10 international locations. Tropicool Acai and Cafe has been dropped at India by Rohit Gupta and Randall Fernandes. The Bandra house guarantees diners the distinctive alternative to savour acai in pure ways in which highlight the focus of the fruit. “Tropicool is the one model that imports acai pulp into the nation, which incorporates 50% of the berry. A lot of the different acai obtainable out there are within the type of dehydrated powders, which frequently comprise little or no of the particular berry. Thus, at Tropicool, you possibly can really uncover what this fruit tastes like,” Randall Fernandes tells us.
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We started our lunch with a choice of delicious appetisers. Brazilian Tapioca Cheese Bites (Dadinho De Tapioca) delighted us with its pillowy tender texture. On listening to a common description, one might imagine it’s much like a sabudana vada. However the bites will not be deep fried (and therefore not crispy or oily) and the cheese implies a marked departure from the standard style of vadas. The Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pao De Queijo) is one other starter that gives tender and tacky satisfaction. However our favorite among the many vegetarian choices was undoubtedly the Mushroom & Cheese Pastel. The basic combo of the stuffing was reliably scrumptious and the crisp masking made it the right wet day snack. For a worthy non-vegetarian counterpart, order the Hen-Stuffed Patties (Rissoles De Frango). Formed like a karanji/ nevri (crescent), the outer crust encases an fragrant and frivolously spicy hen filling we liked. This can be a deal with value returning for.
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Tropicool Cafe has a variety of scrumptious nutrient-loaded dishes that appear to vow to make maintaining a healthy diet a enjoyable journey. Just a few of the healthful delights we tasted did nudge us to consider so. We loved the freshness and refined flavours of the Black Eyed Beans Salad (Feijao Troperos). The beans are the hero right here and are tossed with a easy French dressing dressing. For an possibility with a touch of indulgence, go for the Hen Salad with Potato Sticks (Salpicao De Frango Com Batata). The very first thing that struck us was the absence of a leafy element. The succulent hen tossed in a yummy mayo-based dressing is allowed to shine and is complemented by crisp salli (potato strands) wafers.
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For the final word wholesome chew, you can’t go unsuitable with the Charred Goodness Tapioca Wrap that includes grilled veggies and chimichurri. There are extra loaded selections on the menu too. However this one stood out for its gentle but satiating high quality. Tropicool’s meals menu additionally options sandwiches, toasts, egg preparations and several other all-day cafe-style mains for a whole meal.
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For dessert, you possibly can feast on delicacies like the sleek Coconut Pudding (Manjar Branco) with Prune Sauce, Brazilian Coconut Kisses (Beijinho), Brazilian Peanut Kisses (Cajuzinho) and Chocolate Balls (Brigadeiroes). Should you’re not stopping by for a full meal, merely pair certainly one of them together with your espresso for a fast deal with.
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The drinks menu at Tropicool is equally intensive and enticing. The usual beverage choices are the identical as these obtainable on the model’s worldwide branches. It’s the meals menu that has been developed particularly for the Mumbai outpost, Randall Fernandes informs us. The cafe has an important choice of espresso and tea-based drinks (cold and hot), catering to all kinds of preferences. However the highlights are, in fact, the drinks with acai. Aside from smoothies and shakeratos, you possibly can relish the goodness of acai within the type of completely different mocktails. Our prime picks are the no-fuss Amazon Dawn (with Acai and Orange Juice) and the fizzy but soothing Hibiscus Bliss (with Acai, Hibiscus Tea and Soda).
Tropicool Cafe is an excellent spot for a calming and scrumptious meal. Whether or not you are on the lookout for flavourful wholesome meals or just need to strive one thing new, take a look at this spot for a cushty and memorable informal eating expertise.
The place: Bajaj Arcade, Off Carter Rd, CHS, Union Park, Khar Danda, Mumbai.
