An odyssey of indulgence andInnovation – Slink Bardot, Mumbai “Feature Desk”

SLINK & BARDOT
MUMBAI

From Features Desk

Slink and Bardot, tucked gently in the peaceful alleys of Worli Village, far from Mumbai’s traffic, there is a destination that’s more than just about food; it’s a lovingly created experience, a luxurious embrace with nostalgic warmth and a vibrant spark of unconstrained gastronomic skill. This cherished restobar has re-emerged with a brilliant new identity that elegantly blurs national boundaries and combines different customs to produce a moodboard of flavors that is both very familiar and excitingly broad. Slink and Bardot has established itself as Mumbai’s most delicious getaway with its redesigned worldwide fusion menu created by Executive Chef Ali Akbar Baldiwala and a cocktail program that opens like a series of fascinating travelogs.
A Borderless Culinary Canvas
The new menu at Slink and Bardot is essentially a wanderer’s journal, carefully recorded in the tongue of ingredients, novel processes, and strong gastronomic passion. Executive Chef Ali’s ideas rest on a basic balance, presenting an equally tempting range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisine,

each exploding with the sheer delight of discovery and commemoration of seasonal, quality ingredients, both local and imported.

Start your culinary adventure with tiny dishes that tempt and surprise. Lacqued in a brilliant goji berry and fermented hot sauce, the Chicken Wings provide a mesmerizing dance of sweet and savory flavors. Glide beautifully to the Crumbed Feta, where the earthy richness of truffle honey and pistache cream contrasts vividly with fresh mint to create a harmonious symphony of flavors. For a taste of Mumbai’s soul crashing with a touch of Americana, the Philly Cheese Pav Sliders provide chopped steak hidden within truffled Emmental a really upgraded version of a classic.

For people who have a taste for pleasant surprises, the Tummus a unique hummus made from green toor dal is elegantly ornamented with pickled grapes and sprouts to provide a revitalizing and unexpected twist. Using the team’s love of ingredient-led dishes often dried, cured, preserved, smoked, or pickled to maximum effect the Okra and Potato dish transforms basic vegetables into a plate of ponzu-laced poetry. A standout from the cold plates section, the Mud Crab Chawanmushi a delicate Japanese egg custard

infused with ponzu-marinated crab and creamy avocado melts into the soul like a tranquil monsoon evening.
The voyage goes on with a brilliant rainbow of color and taste on the big shared platters. The Miso Aged Steak, glistening in a Sichuan peppercorn sauce and presented with delicate oyster mushrooms and celeriac puree, is a testament to the chef’s superior control of strong combinations. Also, the Chateaubriand Steak with decadent chicken liver pate, potato mille feuille, and a rich true jus guarantees a genuinely extravagant experience. Chef Ali’s culinary creativity culminates in his desserts a stunning theatre of flavors not to be missed. The Porcini Toffee Pudding, topped with whipped ricotta and candied ginger, offers a warm embrace of sweet and earthy undertones. Crafted from goat’s milk, mango, and jackfruit, the Cheesecake provides a sophisticated and playful sweet treat for a really distinctive and reviving close. Every mouthful at Slink and Bardot whispers indulgence and roars innovation, grounded in knowledge of using basic flavors in strong mixes to create dishes that.

The Award-winning Bar Program
While the kitchen organizes the narrative, the bar drives the drama at Slink and Bardot.Bar Manager Mayur Tanpure’s excellent supervision – he was named among Diageo’s Top 100

Bartenders in India and won the World Bartender’s Day Winner title in 2023 – the bar menu is as intellectually stimulating as it is cheerfully irreverent.

The signature menu “Evolution of Cocktails” provides an enthusiastic trip through time, reinventing legendary beverages from various periods with a special Slink twist. Take “Paanch”, for instance, a vivid tribute to 16th-century punch mixing raw turmeric-infused gin, ginger honey syrup, pepper, citrus, and tonic water. Organic Kashmiri honey with mezcal, smoked saffron syrup, and grapefruit bitters form the balanced, earthy-floral drink known as “Meloma”. The “Aeropress Negroni” for the discriminating coffee enthusiast re-imagines the 1919 classic, adding gin, vermouth, and Campari, the strong flavor of the coffee. On the other hand, “Jackfruit” is a tropical delight made with cashew feni, pineapple, lemongrass, and clarified coconut milk a light, clear, and tasty mix.

But the real masterpiece is “Tales from the Shoreline”, an innovative cocktail collection very influenced by the Koliwada tribe’s close relationship to the ocean. These creative drinks salute Koli customs of using regional ingredients in cooking and brewing. “Sunset at Slink” combines mezcal and Aperol with a citrus-pink salt air to strikingly recreate the spectacular sunsets over Worli. Drawing inspiration from the Koli people’s knowledge of fermentation, “Jujube Sour” skillfully melds fermented jujube, pisco, and parmesan cheese liqueur. Finally, “Koli Echoes”, skillfully served in a sake carafe with frozen lychee, is a clear homage to the locally brewed spirits of Koliwada, mixing vodka, botanicals, and sake, ideal for sharing among pals. These cocktails are light, local, and expertly highlight seasonal ingredients, smoothly bridging the gap between the bar and the kitchen.

Every component is used to its greatest potential as sustainability is kept front and center, therefore, producing a cocktail experience that is as conscious as it is unique. The talent behind these inventive blends goes to Guruprasad Tripathy, a 24-year-old sensation whose contributions to the bar program are nothing short of remarkable, bringing a forager’s sensibilities and a dreamer’s palette to every creation.
A Pleasant Atmospheric Enticement
Step off the black hallway into Slink and Bardot and find a cocooning paradise. Think of a carefully modernized ancient hacienda, where big leather sofas and soft crimson velveteen mix perfectly. Gold angelic lamps lightly illuminate the walls, a black and white checked floor grounds the area and a bright tropical wall painting sets the mood for an exquisite evening.
Slink and Bardot stands as a lighthouse in a city of ephemeral trends, directing foodies back to the core of dining: an immersive, intimate, and happy experience. From enticing velvet shadows to energizing citrus-infused air, this is Mumbai’s perfect destination for daring palates and brighter evenings. This is your home as long as you are in town; therefore, gather your closest friends, unwind, and let them handle the rest. Unless you want a rumbly tummy and a long wait, it is recommended to reserve your table in advance.