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Analogue philosophy of wholesome good food is fresh
and inviting. Start off with Freddie belting out
Another One Bites the Dust as you sip on the
House No. 1259/2 & 1259/3, 1A, Feisty Nonna, grandma’s chilli pickle-infused
Gaonwadi, Behind Anamiva Hotel, tequila with coriander and honey. Every sip
Anjuna, Goa 403509 regales the sharp notes close to Freddie's
Mob: 0 82373 92976 octave with a freshly baked crostini topped
Meal for two: Approximately R2200 with fresh Mozzarella slices, finished with
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+ taxes, without alcohol sizzling anchovy butter. For the herbivores,
the Toasted Farmer's Bread with olive oil, with
"Ain’t no mountain high enough to keep me from sun-dried tomato paste spread on it, topped
getting to you babe," the iconic lyrics sung by with Bocconcini cheese, garnished with basil
Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell play on the is a must-have. Do sample the moist ground
vinyl crackle as one enters the glass abode. textures of the Beef Adana Kebabs, tender and
Welcome to Analogue Bar & Kitchen, nestled succulent pieces of beef served over a piping
up the hill behind Anamiva in Anjuna. The hot naan.
dynamic duo of Ketan Shivendra Sinh Gohel Sit back and relax as the vibe transitions
and Vansh Dang have created a haven for from a late lunch to an early sundowner with crispy bacon. In conversation, one will love
music lovers paired with unpretentious food the inviting pool ahead for company. Vansh to hear about his passion for Italian cuisine
and a simplistic bar menu that doesn’t try too takes a break from his station and transitions and an impish chuckle produces a piping hot
hard. The multi-decked establishment is all to some Motown funk at the console. classic pepperoni thin-crust pizza with stringy
centred on the ‘altar’ of vinyl and turntable Passing by, a point check is addressed with Mozzarella. Have place for the mains, try the
with artistic wood-carved audio speakers his signature Drunken Monkey concoction: Cacio e Pepe – al dente spaghetti tossed with
that belt out soul-stirring beats. The setup chocolate-infused gin, banana sweet freshy ground pepper and cheese.
is minimal and fresh, Vansh doubles up as vermouth and orange liqueur. A perfect Leave room for the Nama Tart – decadent
a mixologist and DJ spinning his magic in resting drink paired with Ketan's finger nama filling, chocolate sable, hazelnut and
every offering at the bar. Ketan’s refreshing food. Loaded fries with Cheddar laced with chocolate crumble.

The Offwhite Navelim has another culinary feather in the soirees. With feels of the Agean Sea and
neighbourhood. Arati & Dileep Menon bring
cobbled foothpaths, cues from the terraces of
to gastronomes The Offwhite. Sprawled across Mykanos, one can happily get lost in capturing
4th Floor, Sitara Building, the 4th and 5th floor of the commercial Sitara images for the Gram. Start off with the Grain
Colmorod, Navelim, Sanscar Building, one enters a beautifully curated Mustard Fish Fillet, fresh catch of the day.
Society, Madgaon, Goa 403707 space by Arati who has a penchant for all Carry through with the Mutton Nalupu Pulao
Mob: 0 87678 11778 things chic in design and art. The ethereal with Paya. A hot steaming bowl of paya is the
Meal for two: Approximately R2300 + macrame feel of the artifacts, the cute curios accompaniment but is a meal in itself. It's best
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taxes, with alcohol adorning the walls and ledges from their had followed by the melting mutton morsels
travel, the earthy textures and soft light amidst flavoured pulao. An encouraged hack
arresting the mural wall of an alleyway in the would be to reserve a table a day prior and
Mediterranean, this spot is more a personal book yourself a dish from Chef’s Speciality
dining area than a commercial establishment. Menu. The Beef Bourguignon is clinical in
As one glances through the roof-to-floor execution. From the tempered meat to the
windows at the fields in the distant, Chef jus in accompaniment, it's par excellence in
Santosh Kumar Salapu explains the ethos its simplicity and audaciously bold in all its
behind his cuisine. With a vast repertoire flavours. Slowly cooked for four hours, it
ranging from Continental and global fare, does pay off with this meticulous offering.
they make no bones in their precisive focus For the sweet tooth, the freshly baked
on what’s on offer. Settle in and explore chocolate chip cookie with ice-cream is highly
the upper deck catering to parties and get recommended, and has an eggless option,
together with an independent kitchen with too. Alongside, order the sinful Rose and
a sprawling patio deck for those evening Pistachio Tres Leches. You can thank us later.

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