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SUNDAY BRUNCH AT BLD, TAJ CIDADE DE GOA HORIZON
If brunch to you means a lazy breakfast-cum-lunch which is indulgent and you can spend hours enjoying, head straight to BLD, the multi-cuisine all-day dining at Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, as it epitomizes all of this and much more.
Bright, with abundant light filtering in, effortlessly chic with decor in vibrant hues juxtaposed with pastels, tastefully designed interiors to sink into, BLD spread over a vast area, is all about contemporary elegance.
While the seating is dotted around the periphery, with various options, including one section offering panoramic views, the Brunch display tempts at every turn, as the offerings have everything one could possibly want.
If breakfast doesn’t float your boat past noon on a Sunday, the lavish brunch at BLD, is a colourful and flavourful affair with everything from melt-in-the-mouth Tacos to piquant chaats and delectable small plates; read chicken jire mirem wraps, dim sums, sushi. Cocktails are fresh and delightful, with some unlimited house pours, and the astutely crafted Negronis, are not-to-be-missed.
Live stations at the farthest end of the Brunch, are worth the walk and enticing, to say the least. There’s seating too in that area if you don’t fancy moving back and forth. The vibrant and lively atmosphere features an array of comfort foods such as fried fish, chole bhature, grilled meats, and seafood, all freshly prepared by chefs at live station carts. Watching the chefs in action adds to the enjoyment, making it a highlight of the Sunday brunch.
While carnivores have multiple scrumptious options, vegetarians too have an abundant selection to choose from. The brunch menu is what you'd expect it to be, with fresh ingredients and seasonal produce at the heart of every dish.
Options abound in the form of various counters - Asian Bowls, Comfort Food, Western Mains, Wraps and Rolls. There is something for every palate. The stand out dishes include Waffles with Crispy Fried Chicken with Rocket Lettuce & Cocktail Sauce, Pulled Lamb Shepherd’s Pie, Mushroom Risotto, Spicy Coriander Kingfish Steak and Butter Chicken Bomb.
If small plates don’t satiate you, fret not. One can order from an array of mains including Chicken Angara, Fish in Hot Garlic Sauce, Paneer Taka Tak, Subz Kadhaiwala, Mapo Tofu, Chilli Garlic Noodles, which are served at your table.
The pièce de resistance is the elaborate dessert counter. A generous dessert offering, guaranteed to satisfy the cravings of those with a sweet tooth, it offers a display of Indian mithai and Western desserts, including sugar-free Chocolate Cremeux, Banoffee Pie, Pasteis de Natas, Fresh Fruit Tarts, Carrot Cake, Tiramisu and more. Kids can make a beeline for the cold stone ice-cream counter, which makes for a visually arresting spectacle too.
While one may expect a sumptuous buffet of home-baked breads, continental charcuterie, exciting small plates and a full range of farm fresh salads, desserts, every Sunday, there is nothing monotonous here, even if one is a regular. The Live Stations boast of a different theme each month, centring around a particular cuisine, offering variety.
The Sunday Brunch at BLD is designed to enable friends and family gather and reconnect, courtesy, the warm and welcoming atmosphere, live music, innovative beverages, live food stations and a la carte options. Diners are encouraged to linger and enjoy their experience at their own pace, over conversations and banter. Never a dull moment for kids, there is enough to keep them engaged, apart from attractive dishes that cater to their palates.
From 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm, one has a myriad of options to choose from at the Brunch, all with a backdrop of Live music, keeping the atmosphere alive and is sure to get you on your feet before the afternoon concludes.
Undeniably, BLD showcases the impeccable Taj service, epicurean fare and a riveting ambience. So, wash away the stresses of the week with the indulgent Sunday Brunch at BLD, your ultimate weekend rendezvous.
