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EAT, WORK,CHILL,REPEAT AT QMIN!
Patto has an all-new dining destination. The business hub of the capital city is no more limited to work only, but rather you can now hang out with your family and friends or work in style with QMIN.
Qmin, a culinary platform by IHCL is now open at Ginger Goa, Panaji and is a very recent addition to the evolving food scene in Patto.
The moment you enter, the chic, the vibrant and quirky ambience is sure to catch your attention. With multiple seating options, the place literally calls out to you. It exudes chilled-out vibes and offers you a comfortable and relaxed environment. From large tables to covered intimate spaces, swing seating to family tables, comfortable couches to single seaters, there is seating for almost every mood and group type.
An extension of the re-imagined Ginger brand’s lean luxe design and service philosophy of offering a vibrant, contemporary and a seamless hospitality experience, the all-new Qmin combines comfort, convenience and chill to offer guests a multi-sensory dining experience.
The space is equipped with ample charging points and seamless Wi-Fi connectivity, making it an ideal place for your business meetings or a coworking space to let your creative juices flow.
And not to forget, it’s so beautifully designed and decorated that every corner is worthy of making it to your Instagram feed, I am sure you will end up taking tons of pictures like I did.
Now coming to food, the menu at Qmin offers a perfect mix of quick, easy and comfortable dishes as well as some authentic sit-down meals. You can also grab some beers and their binge baskets that make for an ideal indulgence while catching up with friends or watching a match on their big screen. The nachos basket for instance was just perfect. It came with a beer and nachos, served with 2 dips. Both the cheesy dip and salsa were amazing and their homemade salsa was such a refreshing change from those bottled salsa dips you get everywhere else. This salsa had fine pieces of onions, tomatoes and green chillies with
an amazingly spicy and tangy dressing. It wasn’t anything like the previous ones I’ve tried and rather reminded me of a very good kachumbar salad if at all I have to compare. But trust me, one bite of this with the crisp nacho, and you cannot stop. I was literally licking it off to the last bite.
The next pick from the menu that I can go back for more repeatedly, was the tawa pomfret. It was a sure-shot winner and the best dish of the day. A full pomfret, marinated with a flavourful masala and cooked to perfection, this definitely is a musttry and you shouldn’t miss it at any cost.
If you are looking for a quick bite and want to grab something on the go, Qmin's new 'On the Run' counter is your best bet. On-the-go snacks include veg and non-veg kathi rolls, dahi bhalle, pizza, chole kulchey, dum biryani and other packaged snacks like cookies, chocolates, energy bars, biryani cups, beverages, etc. When in a real hurry or running late, these quick serving items can be right on your table in under 5 minutes. You can even parcel them and relish them on the go. The chef ensures that the quality is not compromised and the food is always fresh. It is undeniably delicious till the last morsel.
For the mains, I settled for Prawns Balchao, a local makes for an interesting combination of flavours. It helps to preserve it for many days and is savoured on rainy days when fresh fish is usually not available. However, when eaten hot and fresh with a soft poi, it’s a match made in heaven. The preparation at Qmin was on point and I totally loved it.
Up next we tried the chole kulchey. Chole kulchey is a typical North Indian street food that has now found love globally. Kulcha is a soft bread that is served with a thick curry-based chana dish, transported me right back to the streets of Old Delhi. The chana preparation was just right and mildly spiced, the kulchas had a bread-like texture and the taste complemented the chanas well. Sitdown meals at Qmin also include the Goan fish curry with rice, dhaba paneer and butter chicken with naan, dal tadka and more. Whether you want something quick and fast or you are there to spend some leisure time with family or friends, Qmin has something for everyone.
Qmin makes for the perfect hangout and party spot thanks to its high-energy music, quirky décor, outdoor patio and large screen to watch matches with friends.
I know for sure that the next time, I am in the mood to work alone or catch up with friends, Qmin is going to be my place. I loved the overall concept of the restaurant in terms of its décor and
food alike. From being a comfort food joint to a QSR, from a cool place to chill with friends, to have business meetings or working on your own, Qmin has a lot to offer under one roof.
With IHCL’s signature hospitality, Qmin brings to you a repertoire of culinary experiences. This much-needed youthful appeal is here to stay. So, what are you waiting for, head straight to Qmin at Ginger Goa, Panaji and let the fun begin!
