Celebrate Almond Day with Mumbai’s nuttiest

February 16 was observed as National Almond Day in the United States of America. Consumed across a variety of cuisines, almonds are a commonly used ingredient in vegan diets and is a popular healthy pick even for the rest of us. Valued for their high protein content, almond flour and bread are also preferred by restrictive dieters. This National Almond Day, we bring to you some of Mumbai’s best almond-based dishes and beverages that you can indulge in.

Cakes and croissants

Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters have grown at lightning speed owing to their bold flavourful coffee. With outlets spread across the city, they offer a range of brews, including flavoured Mochas (Rs 220) and sweet and savoury dishes to accompany your drinks. Their Gluten Free Spiced Chocolate Almond Cake (INR 280) is absolutely sinful. For those who are fond of croissants, Blue Tokai serves a delightful hand-rolled Almond Croissant (INR 210) by Mag Street Kitchen. Stuffed with almond cream and topped with almond flakes, the croissant comes highly recommended.

AT: Multiple outlets across the city
TIME: 8 AM- 9 PM, Monday to Sunday
LOG ONTO: bluetokaicoffee.com/

Almond pesto

The Penne Almond Pesto Pasta (INR 420) at Green Village Cafe is a must-try for all pasta lovers. The cafe is known for its extensive menu spanning all kinds of healthy food, from salads to vegan pizzas. The penne pasta offered here is cooked al-dente in pesto sauce with three bell peppers, broccoli, zucchini, and garnished with almonds, and parmesan cheese. Served with garlic bread, the garlic and almond-pesto complement each other perfectly well, and make for a sumptuous meal.

AT: 191, New Link Road Adarsh Nagar, Near Juben Wines, Andheri Lokhandwala, Andheri West
TIME: 8 AM- 11:30 PM, Monday to Sunday
CALL: 7021031599

Baked and crunchy

With multiple outlets across the country, Theobroma has been a major player in the dessert space. Their menu comprises a wide range of desserts, bread, cookies, and more. The brownies, truffle cakes, and loafs offered by Theobroma are a huge hit among patrons. Their Almond Bisccoti (INR 190) is ideal for those who love a crunchy bite to go along with tea or coffee. The almond biscuits are twice baked and flavored with fennel seeds and orange. Containing eggs, the biscotti becomes a healthier alternative for any sweet cravings.

AT: Multiple Outlets
TIME: 8 AM - 10 PM, Monday to Sunday
LOG ONTO: theobroma.in

Breakfast special

Coffee by DiBella is a regular haunt for coffee enthusiasts owing to its wide range of specials on offer, from lip-smacking lattes to cappuccinos. Their food menu is full of breakfast favourites such as waffles, croissants, and omelettes. The Roasted Almond Waffle (INR 310) served here is freshly baked and topped with premium chocolate ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and almonds.

AT: Multiple outlets across the city
TIME: 9 AM-11 PM, Monday to Sunday
LOG ONTO: www.coffeebydibella.com/

Pancham Puriwala is a popular joint serving a wide variety of hot puris. Located in Fort, the humble eatery has a regular clientele who swear by their puris as well as lassis, from mango to rose. However, nothing beats the rich Kesar Badam Lassi (INR 50) here. With notes of saffron and the crunch of almonds, this flavourful beverage is the perfect thirst quencher, especially during hot afternoons.
AT: 8-10, Perin Nariman Street, Fort
TIME: 8:30 AM- 10:30 PM, Monday to Sunday

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