Bay Leaf Completes 100 Days.
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| Bay Leaf, Courtyard by Marriott, Bhopal |
Hello all the chatora people!
It’s been a long time! Well, to start off, I take criticisms
positively. Obviously one loves to be appreciated for their work, but an honest
learner is the one who accepts all the criticism and works upon his/her
weakness. By now you must be thinking Mudra has turned her food blog into a
philosophy blog. Right?
Well No, not really. Recently, I came across a friend of
mine who gave an honest feedback. You guys must be remembering my Birthday
Dinner Post, which was a massive hit. That person wrote that new restaurants
are not worth being trusted in their starting days, it’s the 100th day you
actually get to know if they are really good. I guess, the person was right in
a way. But frankly, that comment was really pinching me every now and then and
I actually gave due thought over it. Just because of the fact that I finally
trusted a restaurant for scrumptious cuisines, reading that feedback was a lil
hard for me. I was in Mumbai last month and I finally planned out that I would
review that place again when it completes 100 days. Also, I used to take
feedback from my friends who consulted me before visiting this place. As soon
as I came back to my hometown and was done with my MBA final term exams, I got
to know that BAY LEAF has started with Lunch on Sundays. More awesome news came
when I was asked by the Co-Founder of Food Bloggers Association of India Mr.
Sameer Malkani, to do a Video Reviewing of any place of Bhopal. Such great
news! 2nd December 2014 Bay leaf completed 100 days. I couldn't wait anymore
and finally I landed up at Bay Leaf, Courtyard by Marriott on a Sunday. 6 hours
of shooting and 2 days of hardcore editing. The video was finally up and it is
the best Video review on FBAI Channel. The first day itself it crossed 200
views. It’s still getting a great response. I always wanted to do something of
this sort and it finally happened. :) Just because of the time limit I could
review only few dishes. Here is a description of the Food & Beverages that
I had and would recommend everyone to try whenever you visit Bay Leaf.
Bay Leaf is the First and only fine dining restaurant in
Bhopal and serves the Best and exotic Indian cuisines.
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| Bay Leaf Restaurant |
Since I was shooting and was thirsty enough so I called in
for Strawberry float and Mojito. I have tried out Mojito many a times and is at
its best always.
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| Mojito |
STRAWBERRY FLOAT
Strawberry float was something new that I tried. It’s a pink
colour drink sweet drink with 7up, strawberry syrup and vanilla ice cream. It
was so brilliant that now whenever I visit Bay Leaf, this would be ordered
first. :D
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| Strawberry Float |
It’s Soup Time!
I am not a soup fan whenever I eat out just because of the
fact that I feel half of the stomach gets full due to soup for which I might
not be able to consume my meals properly! :P
But, Chef Ajay was very kind letting me taste the soup.
SHORBA TIMATER
Normally, restaurants serve instant packed soups. I was
highly impressed that Bay Leaf believes in serving fresh food. It was an actual
Tomato soup with green coriander and was served with crispy wheat. I was also
happy to see the size of the soup bowl. Really apt, so that you don’t fill your
stomach with soup only. :)
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| Shorba Timater |
PROGRESSIVE INDIAN (STARTERS)
COCONUT STUFFED ROLLS
Tried this for the very first time and absolutely loved it.
The presentation was Terrific. The outer layer of the Rolls is made of Dosa
Batter. Stuffing is of fresh grated coconut, green chillies, coriander seeds
and Mustard Seeds. Served with Chutney. I never thought Dosa can be like this,
probably a totally new version of dosa. :D Superb in taste. Outer layer was piping
hot & crisp while inside stuffing was delicious.
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| Coconut Stuffed Rolls |
POTATO
CHEESE N CHILLY GALETTE
Tried this last time and I just could not ignore this. My
favourite starter. The presentation is highly innovative and extremely eye
catching. Especially, the droppers on the top filled with sauces make you just
keep looking at the dish and just think ‘hats off to whoever thought of this’.
:D It is a
sensational ceviche with finely chopped potato slices and cheese. The layers
are so fine and smooth that as soon as you put it in your mouth it starts
melting and one can feel each and every layer of it.
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Potato
Cheese N Chilly Galette
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BBQ!
SHAHI KHUMB GALOUTI &
PANEER TIKKA
This was
specially presented by Chef for me to try out and I’m a chatori. How can I say
a no to it? :D
Khumb is
Mushrooms. So Shahi Khumb Galoutti is basically a gallete made of Mushrooms. Tasted
absolutely brilliant. So soft and tantalizing to taste buds. Loved it‼
Paneer
Tikka. OMG‼ Such a brilliant paneer tikka I ever had. I remember, I used to
visit BBQ nation and Grillopolis for good Barbeque food whenever in Mumbai. But
then this thing just blew my mind away. Never tasted this brilliant Paneer
Tikka ever. Paneer was so soft and fresh. Grilled perfectly. Normally, in other
restaurants, it’s either over cooked or under cooked. This was just made to
perfection.
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Shahi Khumb Galouti & Paneer
Tikka
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MAIN COURSE
CHICKPEA RAVIOLI
So, tried their
Chickpea Ravioli for the very first time as suggested by the Chef. It was such
ambrosial and divine Ravioli. Brilliantly made! It had beans,
olives, coconut and was so creamy! I absolutely fell in love with it! Goes up
straight on top of the list to be ordered again on my next visit.
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Chickpea
Ravioli
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PANEER CANNELLONI WITH KADAI RATATOUILLE
The
first thought when you hear this name comes is Kadai- Indian; Ratatouille- French.
Tandoori French? :D Well Yes! That is something called as brilliance! It’s a
Paneer role with loads of stuffing inside, served with tomato gravy. Absolutely
mouth-watering cuisine. The best part was that I could feel the flavours and
spices of it. Make sure you try this!
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| Paneer Cannelloni With Kadai Ratatouille |
DAL MAKHANI
This is again one of my favourite. Dal makhani, absolutely
out of this world. Now, what makes it so different is that the addition of the
coal smoke. How small things make a big change! The Dal was again made to
perfection. Such a heavenly delight!
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| Dal Makhani and Sheermaal Roti
INDIAN
BREADS
If you’ve ordered dal
makhani, make sure you try their Sheermaal roti. It’s saffron flavoured and
yellow in colour. Superbly made. Also, try their Garlic naan. For a person like
me who eats a lot, butter on the roti is mandatory. That’s when you actually
feel you’re eating something. If you are health conscious you can order plain
garlic naan. :)
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Khush hai zamana aaj pehli tarikh hai! Meetha hai khana aaj JO BHI
Tarikh hai!
Yes, you guys must have witnessed this line by me using it
on every social media on 1st of every month. Well, to me it doesn’t really
matter if it’s 1st of the month or whatever the date is. A sweet is a sweet,
that it mandatory for people like me who love eating. So, it was time to be
happy again! Oh, I mean kuch meetha hojaye! :)
SERRADURA
So, next
came the Serradura. A goan sweet, made with thick condensed milk, Marie
biscuits crumbles and roasted almonds. Presentation was again superb and I was
relishing every bit of it. Loved it!
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Serradura
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Serradura
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I loved my King size lunch at Bay
leaf. If you like dabbling in new cuisines and love fine dining, this is the
place to be!
So, Bay Leaf passes the 100 day
test?? After writing so much do I need to even say this? Yes, Yes and a BIG
YES!
I am highly impressed that they
maintained their standards. Not everyone can do that. For a place like Bhopal
where people love eating but restaurants are not that amazing this place has
taken the stride to change the culinary landscape of the city, for which I am
happy about. :)
The Décor absolutely superb.
Service is prompt and the Staff is very friendly and co-operative.
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| The person whom I call Master Magician, Chef Ajay Chaudhary. |
New
Introductions on my Blog: :D
What’s so hot?
Coconut Stuffed Rolls!
What’s chilled?
Strawberry Float!
What’s Yummy for my Tummy?
Chickpea Ravioli and Dal Makhani!
What’s the Happy Factor?
Serradura!
Will I visit this place again?
YES! Very Soon! :)
THE CHATORI METER: 5/5
Well Deserved!
Coming
to an end of my review of Bay Leaf I would like to thank some people.
Thank
You to Mr. Elton Hurtis, G.M. Courtyard Marriott, Bhopal.
Chef
Ajay Chaudhary, Executive Chef, Courtyard Marriott, Bhopal
Team
F&B, Courtyard Marriott, Bhopal
Also,
big thanks to the people who give honest feedback. Without your feedback I
wouldn’t have been able to do something of this sort. :)
As
mentioned above about my Video Review, I am Glad it became a massive hit on the
YouTube Channel. This wouldn’t have been possible with the love and support of
some people. Big Thanks to all those who liked it, shared it and Commented on
it. As a token of thanks I am mentioning the names of few via this collage. :)
Apologies
if I am missing some.
Also
showcasing my Video Review of this place which has crossed 500 views in just
one Week! :)
I hope
you all liked my post. Do drop in your feedbacks in the comment box.
Thank
You in anticipation.
Happy
Hogging and See you Next year!
New Year wishes in advance! :)
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