20 July,2011 02:08 PM IST | | Akshata Shetty
Little compares to the joy of sitting on a rainy day watching raindrops lash against the windows, as you indulge in hot chai and pakodas. Akshata Shetty lists a few places in the city, which serve special delicacies that can be best relished in this season
Hot corn on a rainy day
A hot corn pattice or sandwich is a great option for a monsoon snack. According to Rahul Mhaske, MD, Monsoon Bio Agro Ltd, the corn soup served at Corn Club is very popular, especially on a rainy day. The grilled corn sandwich or the corn pattice are delicious and perfect to satiate your monsoon cravings. The service at Corn Club is quick and they have home delivery as well.
At: Corn Club, opposite Model Police Ground, Shivajinagar.
Call: 25679779 / 24262240
Momos for the monsoonu00a0
Steamed rice dumplings stuffed with veggies or chicken, make for a fine evening snack. At Monsoon Momos, you get five lip-smacking momos in a plate. Dip them in the sweet and spicy sauce and it tastes heavenly. The bland rice dumpling when combined with the hot sauce, it will leave you craving for more. Momos will always remain a hot favourite among all age groups, feels the owner Rahul Mhaske. According to him, this quick and tasty snack is perfect for the monsoons.u00a0
At: Monsoon Momos, Dorabjee, opposite SGS Mall, Camp.
Call: 26851233
Dig into garam jalebis
What's better than garam garam jalebis during the monsoon. Your mouth will surely water as you watch the jalebis being made right in front of you. Made in pure ghee and served with rabdi, these hot jalebis taste delicious. Sanjit Mutha, MD, Kadhai Sweets, suggests that the jalebis should be eaten when hot, otherwise they may become soggy.
At: Kadhai, FC Road and Aundh.
Call: 9225555560 / 66
Vada pav and chai
One of the most popular dishes in Maharashtra, Vada Pav is a favourite during the monsoons. The hot vada pav is tasty, inexpensve and easily available. A popular joint for the humble vada pav is the Garden Vada Pav in Camp. Sanju Naidu, who has been running the joint for the past 38 years feels that the popularity of the vada pav will never decrease. So, head to Garden Vada pav for some spicy vada pav and chai.u00a0u00a0
At: Garden Vada Pav, Camp.
