The Zaika Of Ramadan in Bombay

The holy month of Ramadan is a period of fasting, praying and offering devotion. After observing rozas throughout the day, homes, streets, markets and even swanky hotels get ready with arrangements for delectable food to go from fasting to feasting. Here are some of the best offerings in Bombay to enjoy traditional delicacies.

Ramadan Iftar Specials at Souk, Taj Mahal Palace
Enjoy the flavours of Ramadan with the mystical menu at Souk with a marvelous spread of Iftar preparations to indulge. Choose from a wide offering of Middle-Eastern dishes from the a-la-carte menu throughout the days of Ramadan.
Where: Souk, Taj Mahal Palace, Apollo Bunder, Mumbai

Mohammad Ali Road Food Festival At Jyran, Sofitel BKC
Don’t miss the lavish spread of Iftar special food at Jyran – Tandoor & Lounge. Indulge in generously spiced meaty delicacies, that include authentic creations from the streets of Mohammed Ali Road, including Tawa Kheema Pav, Khau Gali Murgh Tikka and round it off with the traditional Sheer Korma.
Where: Jyran, Sofitel, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai
When: Throughout Ramadan

Ramadan Menu at Ummrao, Courtyard by Marriott
Dine like a royal at the Ramadan Dastarkhwan at Ummrao with a special menu by Chef Mukhtar Qureshi. Featuring classic non-vegetarian dishes like Paya Gosht Nihari, Bohri Boti and Gurda Kheema Masala, the menu also has an array of vegetarian dishes; highly recommended along those is the Kathal Halim.
Where: Ummrao, Courtyard by Marriott, CTS 215, Andheri Kurla Road, Mumbai

Iftar Thaal at Taftoon, BKC
Experience the spirit of Ramadan as celebrated from Kabul to Chittagong – along the Grand Trunk Road, with the special Iftar Thaal. Available in vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, the dishes highlight food that is the heart and soul of these regions. Enjoy the cultural story with dishes inspired from local home kitchens and farms to highway dhabas and royal dining halls.

Iftar Boxes from Kaka Kaki
Make this festivity a delicious affair to remember with Iftar Boxes by Kaka-Kaki, a homely-eatery located in Santacruz. Curated with love and special heirloom recipes, this restaurant offers two different Iftar Boxes with Khajoors and a hearty meal. The Iftar Box priced at Rs. 499 comprises of 2 Khajoors, One Beverage, One Starter, 1 Chicken Naan Sandwich, One portion of Sweet, One portion of Biryani or Pulao and One Soup. If that’s too much, you can skip the soup and biryani and opt for the Mini Iftar Box priced at Rs. 299.
To order: 0 98201 17945

Eid Special with The Bohri Kitchen
End the holy month of Ramadan with a day of feasting! Book your spot at the Eid Special lunch by The Bohri Kitchen. Enjoy Dabba Gosht, Mutton Biryani with Paaya Soup and many delicacies TBK style by Mom-Chef Nafisa Kapadia at this exclusive event. We bet there’ll be the special Mutton Samosas too!
When: June 7, 8, 9, 2019
Where: The Bohri Kitchen, Colaba
Price: Rs. 2000

If you’re a street foodie, you can head to the popular haunts for Ramadan specials at Mohammed Ali Road. Savour some lazeez paya at Noor Mohammadi or indulge in a soul-soothing khichda at Jaffer Bhai's Delhi Darbar. Wash it all down with a chilled rose falooda at Badshah. But hey, don’t forget to sweeten your taste buds with the best malpuas and jalebis in the city at Shabbir's Tawakkal and JJ Jalebi and keep some space for the lovely phirni at Suleman Usman.