May 29, 2008
I heard about this brand new ice cream parlor from a friend and I was quick to go check it out. I went to the one at Ghatkopar. I asked the guys behind the counter, looks like they have branches at Bandra and Matunga too.
Firstly, I really liked the way they've done up the place. It's very young and vibrant. They've done the interiors pretty well and play some really good music.
Their menu has a good selection of regular and low fat (VERY IMPORTANT!) ice cream mixes that they mix on a cold stone. I guess the concept is not brand new in Mumbai, but the ice cream tasted much better than the one I had at a similar place in south Mumbai.
I did not go for a fixed menu item. I made my own creation. I had a scoop of French Vanilla as the base and toppings as Gems and Brownie. My friend had a smoothie Hawaiin Surfer. I tasted that a bit. Though a little frothy, the taste was pretty good.
The staff was pretty friendly and professional. Though they were trying to get to terms with the huge summer crowd (post-dinner time), I guess they did a pretty good job of serving us in time.
I have had ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery in the US (big fan!!!), I think Hokey Pokey beats it!