Molecular Gastronomy would not have been possible without this amazing gem behind it. Yes, here I am definitely talking about the king of “Massive Group of Restaurants”- Mr. Jiggs Kalra. The man behind every new and innovative place like PAPAYA, MASALA LIBRARY, MADE IN PUNJAB, FARZI CAFE AND KODE.
Bigfatbite was recently at Kalra’s new innovation i.e KODE. KODE is a freestyle bar and kitchen at the Oasis City in Kamala Mills where dining experience is taken to some other level. The noshes served at kode are really agnostic. You never know what is going to be served next!
Kode is basically known for its Liquid chefs and the splendid food and service. Here, Kalra and his team promise their customers to deliver the best authenticity they expect!
AMBIENCE
You would never come across such an elegant decor and an island bar as beautiful as this! The classy elegant interior made of rocks and natural stones are adorned all over the restaurant. They also have an open kitchen where you can see the chefs preparing your next meal!
let’s check out some freestyle drinks and noshes which are created with zero depiction of a particular flavor, region, and cuisine.
SERVICE :
All the Attendants were much known to the dishes they were serving and The service was quick too.
KUDOS TO THE AMAZING TEAM OF KODE!
MOCKTAILS
- STRAWBERRY AND MANGO MOCKTAIL
This sounded really basic but had a really divergent tinge in it.
SALADS
- KALE AND PINE NUT SALAD
Kale, one of the best ingredients one can have in a salad!
A very relishing and different salad which had kale and Pine nuts in it. It looked really simple but, each ingredient in it was important to bring out the flavor needed.
– The pomegranate and grapes bought the sweetness
– nuts got that perfect crunchiness in the salad
– The main, Yuzu Sauce bought the tanginess( Citrus flavour)
– Last but not the least, the shredding of Parmesan Cheese bought the eagerness to eat and gulp down the whole salad at once.This Salad can actually be counted as one of the healthiest, fresh and Juicy salad.
Budget – N/A
Rating- 5/5
COCKTAILS
- PEARL OF CARIBBEAN
A rum based cocktail with the tinge of pineapple juice, fresh basil, and sourness of mogo tea.
KODE has a wide range of old fashioned drinks with a proper dramatic scene! In spite of all the show and creativity, Kalra still manages to bring out the flavors with his techniques.
– The main attraction was the sphere of ice in the drink and the slushy red wine.
– The sphere almost looked like a sun made of mogo tea bringing out a bitter taste.
– The reason behind the name of this drink is that Rum has originated for the Caribbean.
Budget- Drinks ranging from ₹400-₹700
Rate- 4/5
- FORGOTTEN PETAL SOUR
Forgotten Petal Sour is one of the signature cocktails served at kode. kode is the first one to create a freestyle 3-course cocktail wherein the first one acts like a starter, the second one is the main course and the third one is the desert. weird? but, interesting right? the soap like structure with lather is Campari and champagne which is given as an aperitif. the concept of this was to help you clear your pallets. Second, came the main dish which was a gin based cocktail with grapey, fruity and a bitter taste. then comes the candy floss which resembles as “Kuch meetcha ho Jaye“ after the meal.
This three-course drink was really relishing and appetizing that it still makes me think about it
Budget – N/A
Rating- 5/5
STARTERS
- AVACADO CARPACCIO
Ever saw these thin slices of Avocados? No right? these thinly sliced avocados were too difficult to pickup. As soon as you put them in your mouth, it starts melting. the avocados were accompanied with garlic, Chives, and Jalapeno. To add flavour, it was topped with Yuzu and soy sauce.
Budget- ₹395
Rating: 5/5
- AVACADO, CORN AND PEPPER TACOS.
These crispy in-house made tacos were filled with some suspicious ingredients
Spicy mayo and sour cream with Corn, Bell pepper and Avocados.
These tacos were too satisfying and heavy enough to full fill your cravings.
Honestly, I TACO-ED to my friend about it and we came to a conclusion that this was the best taco we’ve had
Budget- ₹375
Rating: 4/5
- CRUNCHY ASPARAGUS SUSHI
Not really a big fan of Sushi’s
But, this one got my heart As the name suggests, the crunchy asparagus rolled in with cream cheese sauce and wasabi with soy sauce.
BIGtip: The rice was a bit sticky and not up to the mark but, worth a try!
Budget – N/A
Rating- 5/5
MAINS
- SEASONAL GREEN AND FUNGUS
This dish was the classic dish of all! in real as well, this is the classic of Japanese’s in a European style. The stick of lemon grass in the bowl of noodles and the pouring of coconut milk cream had a great relation in bringing out the needed flavor in the dish. As the coconut cream was poured, the lemon grass stick was used as a stirrer to bring out the flavor of lemon grass in the dish. The juicy Shittake mushroom aka fungus was perfectly chewable and fresh.
Budget – 455
Rating- 5/5
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- POTATO GNOCCHI WITH ROASTED PUMPKIN
Gnocchi’s are basically small and soft dough dumplings made of wheat, potato or such similar ingredients.
It is served with Roasted Pumpkin sauce, bell peppers and snow peas.
BIGtip- When it comes to food, we all expect it to be pocket friendly as well cravings filling. This dish was apparently not apt in its quantity 😦 even the taste of Pumpkin sauce was kind of bland :
Budget – N/A
Rating- 3.5/5
DESERTS
- DECONSTRUCTED BLACK FOREST CAKE WITH MARASCHINO CHERRIES
These small brown shaped bricks gateaux were stuffed with maraschino cherries and topped with a gold plated dark chocolate chips.
This whole idea of a deconstructed black forest was to present the cake in a deconstructed way and place each ingredient on the dish.
– At the centre, the crumbled black cake is topped with a cherry.
– The sides are filled with strawberry cream which clearly depicts the cream which is usually there in the black forest cake.
This was a complete dramatic and the show stopper! A visual sensational treat of the most loved nosh at the end
BIGtip- The taste of the strawberry cream was not apt! It tasted really bland!
Budget- ₹350
Rate-4/5
- CLASSIC TIRAMISU WITH MASCARPONE CREAM
This sinful combination of Chocolate, Cocoa powder and coffee was a completely different experience. The strong flavor of coffee was aptly blended to make it a perfect Tiramisu. The in-house made sponge cake was too soft and perfectly baked. Each bite of it had a strong flavor of chocolate. At the top of the tiramisu, a flat chip is nothing but coffee beans shaped coffee crisp. SHOCKING!
Budget – N/A
Rating- 5/5
FINAL VERDICT/ BIG TIP-
Definitely, a must visit place! Gonna go there once soon!
FOOD: 10/10
SERVICE:10/10
AMBIENCE:10/10
TOTAL:10/10
A QUINTESSENTIAL SHOWWWW!
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BigFatBite – KHUSHI KADMAWALA
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