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Sunday Brunches AT C2C
Whoever said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day clearly never ate brunch at C2C, Taj Resort & Convention Centre, Goa. Enter the 94cover, global coastal cuisine restaurant and encounter the energetic vibe, interiors suffused with natural light filtering in through the large windows and breath-taking views of the Arabian SeaTake a window seat at the elegantly designedspace, it's a particularly lovely spot for brunch.when the morning light streams in, sink into aplush sofa, order your favourite tipple and getready to start your Sunday in splendour.
Set to the backdrop of elegant but refined décor, with distinctive coastal elements - wooden columns in the form of waves, fishermen’s nets and sea-side hues of blue and grey across the upholstery and design, the vibe is decidedly chic, but calm. Seating options are spread across an indoor section, as well as an Al fresco area, affording an unending view of the sea.
Tuck into Salt & Pepper Calamari, Lamb Croquettes, if you are a carnivore or savour the Potato Chops and Creamy Mushroom Forminhas, if vegetarian dishes entice your palate, from among the appetizers served on your table. Sit back and enjoy. Your lazy, but fun afternoon has just begun.
The wide array of offerings at the Brunch, leave you spoilt for choice - salads, soups, mains, live stations - where chefs serve fresh food a la minute and of course, desserts. The spread of dishes is bound to make it to Instagram feeds and the aesthetic attention to detail is exquisite.
The neatly packed, bundles of flavour - Sushi, are a treat for the palate. Prawn Tempura, Salmon, Tuna, Avocado, Asparagus, Shitake - there is truly a lot to choose from and abundant vegetarian options too.
Time comes to a standstill inside C2C and one can relish one’s Brunch at a languid pace. Head to the salad counter and help yourself to some fresh and crunchy salads with multiple dressings –Balsamic, Honey-Mustard, Lemon Vinaigrette. There is a salad for every palate - Roasted Chicken Salad, Greek Lamb Salad with Tzatziki Insalata di Mare, Broccoli & Almond Salad, Couscous Salad, German Potatoes Salad.
Satiated with the salads, one can try the wide selection of cheese or even the cold cuts. The Cold Bar is bound to beckon sea food lovers instantly. Fresh Oysters, Prawns, Crab, Mussels, served with Tabasco, Mignonette, Cocktail Onions, Cilantro, Cucumber Jalapeno Salsa, opt as per preference.
The mains, ensure one can actually sample dishes from across global cuisines and the fare is quite the treat too,
with a roster of crowd pleasers. Take your pick from among global fare, or local Goan delicacies. Expect, Goan Vegetable Pulao, Vegetable Caldin, Pork Sorpotel with Sannas, Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Thai Curry, Eggplant Parmigiana, Vegetable Pie and more.
Take a break, enjoy the spectacular views and make a beeline for the Live Grill station. Non- vegetarians can choose from Lobster Tails, Calamari Peri Peri, Prawns, Minute Steak (Beef) - with a choice of Butter Garlic, Lemon Butter, Chermoula, Peri-Peri, Coriander, Balchao.
Vegetarians can relish from an assortment of exotic options. Grilled Zucchini with Papaya Relish, Grilled Asparagus with Cream Sauce, Corn on the Cob with Lime, Char-Grilled Broccoli, will tantalize your taste buds.
The grand finale to a lavish brunch, invariably, are desserts, and at C2C, quite literally. The dessert counter is an exercise in choices. Aesthetically displayed, each dessert screams for your attention. Raspberry Madelines, Tres Leches, Salted Caramel Tartlets, Chocolate Mocha Gateau. That’s not all. The delectable Goan sweets –Pinagr, Bebinca, Bolinhas, will equally wow your palate and give you a slice of Goa in every nibble.
The attentive but unobtrusive service, lively music, buzzing vibe, further enhance the Brunch experience.
So whether you are seated in the cosy but vibrant, indoor lounge or the quiet outdoor section, sipping a fresh juice or a sangria, you can be sure you will sink into the opulence for over two hours, enjoying the unique Sunday brunch offerings. There’s coffee too, giving you an excuse to linger, a bit longer.
C2C is the perfect venue for groups of friends and families seeking to fill their weekend with lighthearted fun, satisfy their thrill-seeking palates and indulge in a post-gorge nap.
