Traveling to a brand new metropolis is at all times a deal with for meals lovers. We get to discover town’s native produce, benefit from the road meals (hopefully with out our stomachs getting upset) and relish some actually genuine native experiences. Goa, for example, is one place we love to go to repeatedly – not only for the gorgeous seashores and nightlife but additionally for its unimaginable meals. Seafood and European delicacies absolutely have a particular place in our hearts and we merely cannot miss out on attempting them whereas going to Goa. Mystras is the latest addition to the colourful meals and eating of Goa and here is why it is absolutely price a go to in your subsequent journey.

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A contemporary-European institution, Mystras is nestled within the upscale space of Assagao in North Goa. If you might be staying in Candolim, it will likely be only a 30-minute drive for you – after all, topic to visitors. This is the second institution by restaurateur Richa Malhan after Miss Nora in Delhi. The expansive property is artfully adorned and is about in a restored Portuguese villa. Sloped roof interiors layered with crimson bricks, heat lighting, lamps, excessive ceilings, lengthy followers, and vintage-style switches give it an old-world appeal. There are choices for indoor in addition to out of doors seating. The restaurant appeared rather less occupied at first, however quickly the group trickled in!

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The second you enter Mystras, it appears like you might be in an outdated Goan home or the ruins of an outdated fort. It is right for a romantic night or unwinding with pals over drinks and dinner. We began off our meal with a scrumptious Beetroot Salad – chunks of beetroot with beetroot puree, goat cheese, orange, pickled radish, and a espresso cinnamon soil. The steadiness of textures and flavours was insane, and I particularly loved the crunchy soil. Next, we had some Spanish Mushrooms – button mushrooms cooked in a flavourful brown sauce sprinkled with chopped scallions, fried garlic, and black pepper.

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Coming to the mains, the Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli was completed fairly otherwise with a creamy sauce that had a touch of garlic, cashew nuts, and a few chili oil too. A little bit bit extra on the salty facet, however the contrasting sweetness was fairly refreshing. Another dish that the chef served us was Tofu, Water chestnuts, Black Mushroom, and Bok Choy in black oyster sauce. The tofu was fairly comfortable and melt-in-the-mouth and the bok choy added crispiness to the dish. We absolutely needed to attempt the wood-fired pizzas and the Margherita skinny crust was heat and contemporary with the cheese melted good.

_{Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli. Photo Credit: NDTV Food}

_{Tofu, Black Mushroom and Bok Choy. Photo Credit: NDTV Food}

A particular point out additionally goes out to the wonderful service at Mystras – with agile employees that went the additional mile to cater to me. The skillful chef Deepak additionally got here and defined every dish in painstaking element. The educated bartender catered to our particular preferences along with his mixology abilities and whipped up some actually great cocktails. We tried Vitamin Sea – a cocktail with gin, kale, spinach, orange zest, and egg white. There was additionally the Vinta Lapa drink, a tequila-based drink made with jalapeno brine served with a creamy cracker on the facet.

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While I used to be actually full after the heavy mains, there’s at all times room for desserts! The tremendous comfortable and moist Tiramisu had simply the fitting steadiness of espresso and cream. The mascarpone was whipped to perfection and dusted with espresso powder. A very very good finish to our meal!

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So, head to Mystras for a memorable European meal with a Goan vibe to enrich it!

What: Mystras

Where: SY. No 216/53A, Assagao, Goa 403506

When: 12 pm-12 am

Price for 2: Rs. 2,000/- (approx.)