On the sundae trail: Enjoy the dessert at these places in Mumbai

Gelato game changerThis gelateria is redefining ice cream with Italianstyle gelato sundaes featuring rich gelato layered over toppings like Oreos nuts Biscoff cookies and more With nearly 15 gelato varieties their flavours range from classic brownie fudge to indulgent coffee biscoffAT Scoop Gelateria Shop No 5 Muralimal Kishandas Compound Society Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg Valmik Nagar Bhandup WestTime 1030 am to 1230 amLOG ON TO scoopgelateriaCALL 9769769499COST Rs 120 onwardsGo big or go homeAt this ice cream heaven yoursquoll find super sundaes made with double and triple ice cream scoops with assorted toppings such as dry fruits jellies sprinkles whipped cream and a good old wafer biscuit Apart from sundaes they also serve fruit cream live fog and rolled ice creams and freak shakes Their offerings range from caramel swirl sundae to a fresh ghotala sundaeAT 51 Rainbow Ice Cream multiple outlets Jogeshwari West Versova and Mira RoadLOG ON TO 51rainbowicecream_mumbaiCOST Rs 160 onwardsClassic scoopFrom the popular Naturals group that has crafted ice creams to Mumbaikars since 1984 this experiential store serves freshly churned ice creams and sundaes with fan favourites like sitaphal sundae tadgola sundae and moreAT Naturals Now Plot 49 NS Road Number 13 Chand Society JVPD Scheme Juhu Time 12 pm to 1 amLOG ON TO nowbynaturals CALL 7678064351COST Rs 210 onwardsSpanish love affairThe quaint chocolateria known for its Spanish churros offers a delightful twist on the traditional sundae with their signature churro sundae mdash a base of creamy ice cream topped with warm chunky churro bites whipped cream custard and a rich chocolate dip They also feature sundaes like cookies marshmallows chocolate bananas and moreAT Chocolateria San Churro Simple Apartments 16th Road Pali Hill Bandra West Time 11 am to 1 am weekdays 10 am to 1 am weekendsLOG ON TO sanchurro_bandraCALL 26400044COST Rs 450 onwardsGadbad goodnessAn homage to the classic childhood favourite and the original Indian sundae this dessert is anything but a ldquogadbadrdquo Itrsquos a delightful mix of three scoops of ice cream and jello layered with fresh fruit and chopped nuts for added texture mdash all beautifully arranged in a tall glassAT Shiv Sagar Shop no 272 Business Square Gokhale Road near Railway Station Naupada Thane WestTIME 7 am to 12 amLOG ON TO shivsagarrestaurantsCALL 9930101208COST Rs 290Single or doubleThis ice cream haven offers nearly 20 flavours in single double or onthego sundaes Kids can choose from flavours like jelly in my belly and strawberry princess From nutty Nutella to berrylicious blue this ice cream parlour has you covered for every cravingAT Ice cream works Multiple outlets Bandra Dadar KurlaTIME 11 am onwardsLOG ON TO icecreamworksofficialCOST Rs 109 onwardsHacks for a happy sundae Start with a sturdy indulgent base to support your sundae layers Try freshly baked brownies for fudgy decadence a buttery croissant for lightness or a slice of dense cake for softness For a fruity twist add caramelised bananas or roasted berries which can lend a light and juicy dimension to the dessert Choose a goodquality gelato or ice cream which is smooth rich and velvety without being heavy It should have that clean pure flavour that compliments the other ingredients but still shines on its own Pick a classic or unique flavour like a chocolate vanilla or a refreshing sorbet Have fun with the toppings and use them to add texture colour and flavour to the sundae Try roasted nuts for crunch chewy mochi for a twist or a sprinkle of cocoa for sophistication A drizzle of warm sauces like a silky chocolate ganache or a rich caramel can mingle with the cold gelato and add a comforting sweetness Add honeycomb fresh fruits or cookie crumbles to keep each bite unique Balance and layering is key to an unforgettable sundae Aim for a mix of crunchy creamy hot and cold elements to keep each bite exciting Layers ingredients that complement each otherChef Rashi Gupta founder Bread Bar and Gelato Bar