Binge - Bakery in Gurgaon

My Bakery & Sandwich fascination continues --yet another Bakery, this time in Gurgaon, which has tickled my taste buds for some time now ..Located in the Sec 44,Market, Binge is a Cool Upmarket Bakery shop, being promoted by 2 young Sikh guys -- The thing that strikes you about Binge, is its neatly & smartly done Interiors - An amazing & wide range of Pastries, cakes, savouries, Tarts, Cupcakes, Pastries, Sandwiches, Rolls, Pattice, Salads - Fresh Breads & lots & lots of Cookies

There is a small seating for about 5-6 people in the bakery - My favourite is the chicken cold sandwiches as usual - may be the European in me, is it ???? People find it strange, But Cold sandwiches, is something I can have for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - Not a fussy eater, at all .... The Chicken Tikka Sandwiches & Chicken Coleslaw sandwiches are a staple for me -- On your way back home from Office - this is a very good option for a quick bite to satiate the hunger demons for a while

The Cakes here are quite popular, going by the no of Orders for Cakes which one sees getting packed every day in the Evening

Nice ambience, chilled out place, great sandwiches, delicious desserts, Breads to take home & not to forget the free sampling of the various cookies , which is there for the Guests, every evening - if that's motivation enough - Do visit - If you are a sandwich & bakery lover

 

Defence Bakery - Fresh,Cold & Soft Sandwiches

Gourmet affairs continues its exploration of some of the best Bakeries in town . I don't know what thing I have for bakeries --- A weekend evening, would probably find me at any of the numerous bakeries thronging, Greater Kailash , Kalkaji --- Give me nice soft & cold sandwiches for lunch, Grilled spicy sandwiches along with some veggies for Dinner, and I am sorted --- Just love the Sandwiches - especially the Cold & soft ones --- May be its the European touch is it ---- Don't know, but I am a huge sandwich fan ---- and this love for bakeries, invariably draws me to " Defence Bakery" - Aptly named after, the prestigious South Delhi, Plush Colony -This is a small bakery which has been serving some of the best breads, Cakes, Cookies, Sandwiches, Patties, Burgers & all delicious baked goodies for donkeys years now

 

Let me get straight to the basics - The Outlet offers a very nice, cosy ambience - Wooden flooring, bright lightings - and a wide variety to chose from . My all time favourite here is the "DB Chicken Roll" - Lightly herbed, dressed in maynoaise, cream & mustard, the DB Roll, is my take on the Classic English Chicken Roll - Soft, Cold, Lightly herbed, with a dash of Mayonaise, & a brilliantly fresh, tasty & soft bread --- The bread in itself is a great treat --- Being a Cold sandwich , has a risk for the bread going a bit moist or soggy, when kept for long in a refrigerated base --- But these breads are just perfectly soft & fresh - I was told, that the Buns are baked in house --- The Chicken Tikka Sandwiches are also quite nice ---- The stuffing of Chicken inside the sandwiches are also quite generous - The actual test for which is very simple - Once you bite your sandwiches - the soft stuffing should ooze out slightly from the bread - That's the test - The Butter Chicken Hotdog is also quite amazing & offers a tangy twist without being too sour or spicy

The Tiramisu Pastry, The Banoufee Pie are both absolutely amazing & at par with some of the best pastries, I Have ever eaten ----

                                    The Show Stopper - The "DB" Roll

The Amazing Range of Cakes & Pastries - The best part about the Defence Bakery is that, all the stuff, is amazingly fresh & makes use of the best quality ingredients only - The buns, the maynaise, the chicken quality, the cream, great emphasis is given on use of best in class ingredients & the freshness ..... Highly recommended, if in mood for a Light lunch of sandwiches - which I can truly have every single day of my life -- However, its great for a quick bite & that late evening grub ---- Must Visit  & don't try to forget their Special Home made Bar Chocolates

 

Dunkin Donuts & More- Revisited

In my previous post, I had mentioned about Dunkin Donuts, when the same had been launched, in my favourite market in Delhi - The M block, Greater Kailash- 1. A lot of things have changed since then, including my perception. From being just another Cool Coffee & Donut serving place, Dunkins has come a lot way - it especially reflects in their new rechristening - Dunkin Donuts & More

(My previous Blog Post on Dunkin Launch ::::::http://gourmetaffairs.blogspot.in/2012/05/dunkin-donuts.html)

Today Dunkin has evolved itself into The Coffee Shop for the Gen X, who unlike the older generations, love their Coffee, with some quick eats & quick eats, is what Dunkins has made their forte, so to speak - They offer some of the most amazing Subs & for the fill they provide to starved tummies, they are pretty value for money too - 7-8 Different Sandwiches, for Veg & Non Veg both ---- I find these best suited for Indian Palettes - with the right Masalas, & bite to tickle the taste buds. In offer with the Combos, they are a sure reasonable meal for the young Urban Indian - I have many a times picked up the combos whilst back from a late night office slogging

Their Cupwiches are to die for - an interesting take on the ever popular , Cup Cakes - The CupWiches - are soft dough, stuffed with Cheese, Mushroom, Tomatoes, Chicken depending on what you prefer (Veg / Non Veg) - Baking these results in a shot of melted cheese & stuffing in your mouth - Priced at Rs 60/- these are a big hit here

The Bagels, being great, should come as no surprise, as being the All American chain, Bagels is the standard stuff, which these guys can dole out even in sleep - The Classic Cream & Cheese Bagel, The Egg & Cheese breakfast Bagel are quite extraordinary - Fresh & soft bread, right flavouring of herbs & grains, leave an interesting concoction of tastes in your mouth

In the beverages, while they have the standard fare, Their Dunkachinnos, seem to have been a big hit already -

The Latest addition to their ever growing Food repertoire, is the Burgers - The flagship being the "Heavnens can wait" Burger or something, which seems to be doing well - Not had the Opportunity to try one - would update once mission accomplished