Cafés can be basic little hole-in-the-wall spots – or they can be gilded, glamorous beauties. The ones that fall elegantly into the latter category with decadent décor and opulent surroundings surely top the list with fine-dining diners. Of course, what has to be perfectly matched is also a scintillating menu that has a WOW factor. Check out our experience with this European themed café which has been recently launched.

WHAT’S HOT IN MUMBAI strongly recommends DEMY which has recently opened shop in the Kamala Mills complex. DEMY takes the spot from ‘London Taxi’ which for years has been a favourite party spot. Coming from the stables of Chrome Hospitality, you can rest assured of perfection all the way – not just a stunning ambience but also a scintillating menu to match it.

CHROME HOSPITALITY has always wowed us with their extravagant, lavish, flavorsome and gastronomical treats with every venture of theirs.

Dynamo Dhaval Udeshi, a veteran in the hospitality zone surely has an eagle eye and is considered to be the perfect pulse-tracker and trendsetter when it comes to new ventures. “With Demy, we want to create a refreshing and pleasant environment for patrons where different people can experience an exemplary culinary journey and can meet each other and build a community,” said Dhaval Udeshi.

DEMY, the European themed tropical café is another addition to the long list. This boho chic all-day Café (based in Kamala Mills) has great vibes, superb cocktails, and excellent food. An expansive menu with some new twists adds the zing to the flavours. The service is superfluous and the setting is perfect for group gathering of friends who want to chill and enjoy the choicest dishes, skilfully blended with some mesmerizing cocktails.

Here's what we tried and tasted:

Starters:

Demy signature Avo toast

Ingredients - Beet root hummus with cream cheese quenelle, lotus root chips

Our review – A major highlight which supersedes the first-look visual treat. A colourful combo where beet root hummus is at its creamiest best and the avocado slices are super-silky. A must-have when you have the meal.

Paneer ghee roast bao

Ingredients - Mangalorean inspired paneer ghee roast bao

Our review – Reminded us of the ghee roast special dishes we have tried at ‘Butterfly High’ – the recipe is almost identical minus the excess dosage of ghee. The paneer is super-soft and lip-smacking.

Butter chicken naan bombs

Ingredients - Creamy butter chicken and cheese stuffed mini naan bombs

Our review – Quite a filling package, you get subtle inferences of the butter chicken flavours without the overpowering sensation. Quite satiating, make sure you share it with someone. Loved it.

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Large plates

Ravioli in signature demy sauce

Ingredients - Signature white sauce, coriander and green chilly

Our review – Paired with a flavourful sauce, this dish is absolutely divine. Perfect on the ravioli softness, a treat you would relish as a warm memory.

Desserts

Nutella san Sebastian cheesecake

Ingredients - Soft and succulent cheesecake with hot chocolate Nutella and sea salt drizzle vanilla bean ice cream

Our review – An absolute stunner and sinful treat. A winning recipe with a perfect balance of tart and sweet. Loved the dreamy, silky- smooth texture.

Cocktails:

Sweet & Sweet

Ingredients - Vodka, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, peach syrup, triple sec, candy floss

Our review – Perfectly balanced, decently chilled and a sensational twist with the flavours. A must-order!

Mocktails:

Pink Lemonade:

Ingredients - Hibiscus berry syrup, rose syrup, lime juice, finger ale

Our review – Colourful and enticing with the flavours. The perfect blend on the tangy quotient is sensational.

Our final say:

The inspiration behind Demy’s menu is to create an ingredient-focused and global comfort menu, using local and seasonal ingredients which cater to every customer’s preferences. The food is prepared by skilled chefs who use aromatic herbs, and fresh products and apply special cooking techniques so each dish symbolizes originality and deliciousness.

WHAT’S HOT IN MUMBAI truly enjoyed the experience and is surely going back soon to try the other nouveau creations.