
Delhi is undoubtedly a paradise for food lovers as well as shoppers. Exciting new places constantly keep mushrooming in the city, offering unique experiences to one and all. No wonder it attracts people from all across the country, who drop by the capital whenever possible to have their share of fun. While there are various trends that come and go, of lately we are seeing a splurge of concept cafes in the city that are housed within design stores. These cafes are every bit stylish, but it's really not all about the looks. Their trendy menu is what's pulling in the crowd and making healthy eating a cool thing.
Check them out:
1. Cafe We
Cafe We is a modern-style French cafe that is located within a luxury home furniture store called Beyond Designs in Sultanpur. Designed by founder Sachin Gupta and wife Neha Gupta, the store showcases a formal living room, dining room, bar lounge, bedroom, and bathrooms along with an exclusive area dedicated to accessory shopping and a beautiful 52 seater cafe with a private dining area. The display elements are experimental in shapes, forms and surfaces to bring to life varied influences: art deco, graphic futurism and lyrical decadence. The food menu, which is conceptualised by Varun Gupta, offers a plethora of dishes across various International cuisines. Apart from the lip-smacking flavours, it is also the freshness of the ingredients and artful platings that make a meal here memorable. Popular dishes include Pro-Fit-Loss Salad, Pitapan, Prawn Lemon Garlic and Deconstructed Apple and Blackcurrant Pie.
Where: Khasra No 432-34, Ground Floor, Sultanpur (Metro Pillar No 89), MG Road, New Delhi
2. Cafe Dori
Those who have a soft corner for handmade leather products will know about the craze Nappa Dori had started with their range of super stylish leather bags and stationeries. So when founder Gautam Sinha launched Nappa Dori Warehouse in Chattarpur, which also included a charming European cafe, it became the talk of the town. Touted to be the first concept store in Delhi, Nappa Dori Warehouse doesn't just include a store but a customisation centre, a workspace cum library, a space for events and of course Cafe Dori. Apart from Nappa Dori bestsellers like trunks, stationery, accessories, and bags, you will also find brands like menswear by Shift, tailored classics by Bodice, and limited edition sneakers by VegNonVeg. The menu is curated by Pooja Dhingra and includes dishes like Spanakopita, Chicken Pierogi, Flatbreads, Baked Brie and Pork Spare Ribs among others.
Where: Dhan Mill Compound, 100 Feet Road, SSN Marg, Chattarpur, New Delhi
3. Fab Cafe
The favourite Indian ethnic wear store, Fab India, needs no introduction. For years, it's been the go to place for many city folks to stock up on pretty kurtas, salwar suits, dupattas and sarees. Their range of peppy stoneware crockery and stylish home decor articles are just as popular too. So when the brand introduced Fab Cafe at their flagship store - Fabindia Experience Center - in Vasant Kunj, it immediately became a hotspot. The rooftop eatery is charming and has an interesting menu that focuses on organic and healthy foods. The Experience Center has clothing for men, women, and children, jewellery and accessories, soft furnishing and personal care products. The rooftop eatery is charming and has an interesting menu that focuses on organic and healthy foods. Populars include Desi Egg Akuri with Ragi Lavaash, Red rice Uttapam Trio, Baked Dal Samosa and seasonal dishes like Kathal Quinoa Biryani. Their range of juices and smoothies are worth trying too.
Where: Shop 10, Local Shopping Centre, Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
4. Latitude 28
Luxury brand Good Earth's range of crockeries, home decor and clothing have been setting trends ever since its inception. A visit to any of their stores is always an enlightening experience as you are sure to find standout pieces with fascinating tales. The store at Khan Market also houses a gorgeous cafe known as Latitude 28. With the food and wine menu curated by Chef Ritu Dalmia, Latitude 28 is a perfect pick to enjoy a healthy meal with family and friends in a pleasant, urban-Indian ambience with cosy seating. The menu offers an extensive variety of dishes across various cuisines - Chicken Liver Pate, Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls, Mezze Platter, Pandi Curry and the like. A current favourite is their range of refreshing sangrias to beat the summer heat.
Where: 2nd Floor, Khan Market, New Delhi
5. Greenr Cafe
Greenr Cafe started in Delhi with a bang for being an exclusive vegan cafe. Founders Mohit Yadav and Nitin Dixit brought the concept of vegan cafes to the capital after being inspired by the vegan culture in California. They were determined to popularise the large varieties of vegetables that are easily available in India and develop a space that could help build a community and promote healthy eating. From mock meats to vegan desserts and nourishing mains, there's much to explore in this cosy cafe that is set atop NIMAI, a popular jewelry store. So after you buy trendy jewellery, you can sit and enjoy Cassava Root Fries, Jackfruit Carnitas, Meatless Meatball, Lentil Burger and many other lip-smacking dishes.
Where: 416, Gora Street, Behind Dada Jungi House, Shahpur Jat, New Delhi
Don't shop till you drop. Just head to these stylish cafes and recharge!
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