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Anushree Chatterjee goes on a soup trail ufffd slurping on some of the city's best soupy delights. Here are five of our favourites this season

Anushree Chatterjee goes on a soup trailu00a0-- slurping on some of the city's best soupy delights. Here are five of our favourites this season

Thukpa -- Sernyaa
Thukpa is Tibet's gift to India's dinner tables. It's a clear, noodle-based soup loaded with minced meat. At Sernyaa, a Tibetan eatery, the smiling Uncle John doles out bowls of steaming Thukpa, which is lapped up with much enthusiasm on rainy days. Expect noodles entwined around julian-cut carrots, beans, onions, cauliflower florets and spiced chicken mince in a large bowl of clear soup. Each of the ingredients contributes to the flavour of this wholesome meal, which is best enjoyed as it is served. Adding a little chilli sauce though, could always pep things up a little.

For Rs 65
At Sernyaa, 185, Adarsh Nagar, Oshiwara Link Road, Oshiwara, Andheri (W). Call: 66784645


Paya soupu00a0-- Firangi Dhaba express
The best Paya Soup, like resilience, is a product of endurance. Paya takes up to six hours to prepare. Lamb trotters are marinated and stewed with clove, cinnamon and other Indian spices to be brewed into a soup. Paya Soup has descended from Mughal royalty and is also known as Jahangiri Shorba. Cooked to perfection, the meat of the trotters takes long to tenderise and retains a slightly sticky texture that mingles with the ginger, garlic and onion marinade. A great way to add another dimension to the monsoon!

For Rs 94
At Firangi Dhaba Express, Infinity Mall Food Court, second floor, Andheri (W).


Khow sueyu00a0-- Lemon grass Cafe
Khow Suey comes from Burma's mountainous Shan state. Descending its steep cliffs is this coconut milk-based soup at Lemon Grass Cafe that comforts many a belly on a cold, rainy day. It's a one-dish meal that includes noodles, rich broth, spicy chicken and even boiled eggs. According to tradition, the different toppings, including fried garlic, onions and chillies are served in individual bowls. Sip and slurp away amid the green environs of this cafe.

For Rs 285
At Lemon Grass Cafe, Carlton Court, Junction Pali Hill and Turner Road. Call 26429193


Mexican Caravanu00a0-- Sammy Sosa
Mexico visits Mumbai! When the downpour ignites the need for fire in your belly, treat yourself to some Mexican Caravan Soup at Sammy Sosa. This soup uses black beans as the base with the tingling taste of fresh chillies. We suggest, non-veg folks add some chicken to the trail. Tuck into the crisp tortillas blanketed in molten cheese that are served as an accompaniment.

For Rs 120
At Sammy Sosa, Shop 18, Meera CHS, Oshiwara Link Road, Oshiwara, Andheri (W). Call: 65278722

Mom's Soupu00a0-- Moshe's
Missing the comfort of home-cooked grub as the rain lashes down on the city? The perfect recipe for comfort food comes in the form of Mom's Soup, a speciality from Moshe's kitchen. It's a tomato, barley and chicken-based thick soup, with hints of basil and mint. Mom's Soup is served with a portion of rice, potatoes and a bread basket on the side. Tailor-made comfort for all you momma's boys.
For Rs 220
At Moshe's Restaurant, 7, Minoo Manor Capt Prakash Pethe Marg, Cuffe Parade. Call: 22161226