A Twist in the tale- Oliver's

If you are looking for a techie in Bangalore, go to Whitefield,throw a stone and you are likely to have hit a very angry techie! :p
Olivers is the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of the concrete jungle that is Whitefield.

The minute you walk in to the place you will love it, I assure you. The walls are covered with vibrant graffiti that instantly pep up your mood!(who needs coffee right?!?) A British theme runs all through the art work while the food is primarily American (intentional juxtaposition?). Oh well, as long as the food is good, I'm not complaining.

Guy Fawkes grafitti partially covered :( Interesting use of the cartwheel as a lamp.

Walkway to the cafe

We chose a table outdoors, placed our order,kicked off our shoes and eagerly waited for the food.

By the way, running your feet through grass is not only very therapeutic, it helped quiet my growling tummy!

Silverware so clean,I could see reflections of the over head trees. :)

We started off with a Caprese Salad, it had good quality mozzarella,the richness of which was perfectly balanced with the pesto and olive oil.The acidity from the tomato completed the perfect amalgamation of flavours in my mouth.

The Chicken Meatball Sandwich was average.The best part of the sandwich was the Italian bread which, I discovered is made from scratch in their kitchen.

My favourite part of the meal was the "Olivers Special Wingo".Perfectly barbecued chicken wings doused with the most delectable sauce that will put KFC's "finger lickin good" chicken to shame! Two thumbs up for the tartar sauce which has a hidden lemon flavour. :)

The Chef, Mr.Samson is very kind and attentive,making sure you are satisfied with your meal.Looks like wacky interiors are consistent with his restaurants as I learnt that he also used to run "Bonnie and Clyde" at Carlton Towers with his manager Mr.Venky. He tells me,they will be reopening soon. :)

Waffles are part of Oliver's all day breakfast menu and I could not resist ordering them for dessert. They were just the right amount of sweet with banana in the batter and covered in apple pulp.

More graffiti :)

I would definitely come back to try more of the breakfast menu! Can I pass off chicken wings as a good breakfast dish? LOL!

Olivers is located at:
2,Near Premier Inn,Graphite India Road,
Whitefield,Bangalore.

A "Cutting" Apart-Chaaye Stall

When buying real estate, its always "Location,Location,Location!"
The same applies to the USP of most eateries.
Chaaye Stall is conveniently located in the central shopping area of Bangalore.
If your feet hurt and your credit card is still warm from all the swiping, its best to sit and grab some great and inexpensive grub!

Started just a month ago by two friends Anup and Anuraj,this place has a very relaxing feel.
The decor is can be best described as "Indian Kitsch", choosing a table at this 2 floored establishment is a  fun task in itself!

Notice the tea pot used as a lamp hanging overhead!

Old-school milk cartons used as chairs and wooden cartons as tables.

Upstairs floor level seating and "Chai waala" wall mural.

The special of the day, "Rajasthani Mirchi Bajji" was well spiced and stuffed with potato.

P.S. Hungry people cannot wait for anything, even if its just one picture :p

Our cold coffee and iced tea.

My favourite there, "Golgappe Shooters" eat the golgappa and take a shot of the yummy tamarind and guava  liquid!

Though this was my first visit here,I cannot wait to go back and try more on their menu! 

Chaaye Stall is located at:
Ground Floor, Raheja Plaza,Near Lifestyle,
Richmond Road,Bangalore