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Thursday, March 25, 2010

Weekend Guide: Mouthing off Mumbai


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bACON

What: Turning Tables IV with bpb and Aurus, to attend email guide@bpbweekend.com – limited seats! Rs 1,000 this month, BYOB.

Why: 1 super chef, 5 course meal, 20 interesting strangers aur us! Chef Vicky Ratnani cooks up a storm at this month’s bpb underground kitchen, complete with a sneak peek at the restaurant’s upcoming menu. Note: the only plus 1 you’re allowed to bring is a bottle of wine.

When: April 7 at 8:30 pm. Entries shut April 2.

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What: Paninaro sandwich delivery service, call 61519999 or visit www.paninaro.in, place your order a day in advance, Rs 80 to Rs 140.

Why: These wicked wiches of the feast serve a range of complex sandwiches - tuna and tobasco-spiked iceberg lettuce, smoked chicken on romaine, sundried tomatoes with arugula. bpb recommends the hummus and cream cheese versions, but skip the Thai Connection.

When: This gherkin progress opens its first two outlets next month at Nariman Point and Fountain. Also, read our review of Villa39 here.

pINT


What:
USB beer cooler at Maple - Apple Premium Store, Kamal Society, opposite National College, Linking Road, Bandra (W), call 40068888, Rs 1,950.


Why:
Along with Apple products, this just-launched store stocks other seriously cool gadgets as well. bpb pick: a single-can retro beer fridge that you can plug into your laptop or car. Stella idea!


When:
You want to drink and pen drive.


bURST


What:
Live in an Alphonso orchard, Mahua Bagh, Alibagh, visit
http://www.mahuaresorts.com or call 9819469323, Rs 3,600 per night for an AC cottage, meals included.

Why:
At this new beachfront property, you can pick organically grown fruit straight off mango trees before heading out for a swim in the ocean. Amenities also include pretty individual cottages, sky showers, and a friendly staff ready to rustle up a meal or give you a massage whenever whimsy strikes.


When:
Now, during Alphonso season!


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What:
Shirts in a tea bag from Masala Tees, order online at
http://ebook.masalateecollection.com/ebook.html or call +91 9910931043, also available at Bombay Electric, Colaba, start at Rs 1,200.

Why:
The packaging of a Malasa Tee is so adorable (an oversized tea bag), that you almost won’t want to open it. One look at the shirt inside, though – soft, cleverly illustrated and punctuated by odd jewels – and you’ll be glad you did. They come in men and baby sizes too.


When:
You like it Earl grey or black, but not (t)oolong.


Event Round-Up:
Her Work is Never Done (Part II) at Gallery BMB from March 27 to April 17; BBQ Nights at Elbo Room every Tuesday, 8 pm onwards; Israel’s Atomic Pulse rocks Blue Frog on March 26, 10.30 pm onwards.

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