BOHEMIAN

Usually we visit a new restaurant a few weeks after the opening, however this is the first time we are doing a preview of an upcoming restaurant. Bohemia, managed by the Oasis club, is a Mediterranean cuisine restaurant scheduled to open next month. It is currently carrying out a trial menu, with the chef compiling a new menu everyday, which comprises of starters, pizzas, salads, a main course and dessert. The ambience is in sync with the theme — clay pottered tableware, vibrant varied designs and colors. The starters include Polenta (corn meal) Sandwich, Mezze Platter among the veg and Bombay Duck Fritos, Creole Style Grilled Prawns for meat eaters. The vegetarian food is very authentic and true to their roots and the meats are worth trying too. Among the salads, the Cous Cous and the Balsamic Marinated Beetroot salads were tantalizing. The best thing about the Cous Cous Salad was the contents that justified the name. The pizza’s base was a little unauthentic however its toppings, pesto with olives, were good enough. In the main course, the Charmoolah (four spiced marinade) Grilled Fish was tangy but succulent. The Spanish Veg Paella was the most appealing dish of the evening with its soft distinct flavor of tomatoes. The Apple Crumble was cooked just right and the Lemon Cheesecake had a balanced flavor of lemon and cream. The service was knowledgeable, for every preparation being served was backed by a detail description. As these trails often cost Rs 500 per person, with a complimentary glass of either wine or beer, I can’t really comment on the price. However, even if you do find it a costly affair to dine here, one thing is for sure, the preparation and the menu compilation is the best and it offers authentic Mediterranean cuisine. If they manage to remain consistent after the opening, which only time will tell, this could become the place to visit to enjoy a Bohemian life!

MY OVERALL RATING: 8/10

Bohemia

Club Oasis, NDA Road,

Chandni Chowk