Asian flavours 
For the monsoon, Nara Thai in Mumbai has launched a new menu called "The Curry Shop" featuring different kinds of dishes that explore unique curries.

Inspired by the lively gaeng shops of Bangkok — where street corners simmer with spice and family recipes, the dishes on the menu are Tom Yum Seafood Curry Bowl, Massaman Pulled Lamb with Thai Roti, Chiang Mai Garden Curry Bowl, and Spicy Mock Meat with Thai Roti for the plant-based foodies.

While you enjoy the food, sip on the rum-based Thai Green Curry Cocktail and vodka-based Tom Yum Twist. 

Where: Nara Thai, across all outlets 
Time: 12 pm - 4 pm and 7 pm - 1.30 am
Call:  083558 78888 for reservations

Under the cabanas
At the Mahalaxmi Racecourse, indulge in delicious food through their high tea menu in the Gallops Cabanas with dishes that include Avocado & Cheddar Croissant, Cheese Straws & Nankhatai, Hummus & Grilled Zucchini Sandwich, Palak Patta Chaat, Scotch Eggs, Pakodas & Bhajiyas, Mini Vada Pao, Cucumber & Cream Cheese Sandwich, Spinach & Corn Croquette, Fresh Fruit Tart, Spiced Carrot Cupcake, Kheema Puffs, Shrimp & Mayo Rolls, and Quinoa Bhel.

While you enjoy the delicious treats, you can also sip on some teas and refreshing beverages. 

Where: Gallops, Mahalaxmi Racecourse 
Time: 3 pm to 6 pm 
Price: Rs 1650 plus taxes for a single tea charlie that can serve two people
Call: 022-6960011 and 8591093010 for reservations

Royal flavours
If you are looking to enjoy a royal feast, then head to Persian Darbar, where the monsoon menu will make you relish regional flavours.

Starting with a mutton or chicken shorba before you dive into delectable Mutton Galotti Kebab, followed by your choice of Chicken or Mutton Biryani, Persian Korma, paired with Saffron Rice, Pulao, or Pilaf. 

Follow it up by relishing Taftan Roti and delicate Rumali Roti with some kebabs, but not without the Mutton Tabak Mash or the hearty Murgh Tabak Soup.

Where: Persian Darbar in Bandra, Andheri and Kurla 
Time: 11 am - 1 am
Call: +91 9892957741 (Bandra), +91 87799 1652 (Andheri) | +91 98928 77653 (Kurla)

Italian fiesta
To feed your rainy day cravings, indulge in delicious Italian cuisine during the weekends in July. Savour Scaloppine All’Italiana, Scaloppine di melanzane e zucchine, Scaloppine di pollo al limone vino bianco, Scaloppine di pollo con balsamico e scalogno, Scaloppine di pollo alla pizzaiola, Scaloppine di pollo in salsa di salvia e burro di nocciole, and Scaloppine di pollo alla boscaiola. 

End your meal on a sweet note with Cocoa berry chocolate & lemon infused truffle cake or the Linzer berry popcorn cake, but not without indulging in the 'Twists on the Negroni' menu. Sip on bold Negroni classic to the floral Negroni segreto or the Hazelnut negroni, and the sparkling, citrusy Negroni spagliato. If you want healthy mocktails, then try the ange splash with citrus and basil, Green bliss with cucumber and kiwi, Watermelon mirage with beetroot and guava, or brews such as the Classic mint lemonade and Strawberry matcha.

Where: Toscano, across all outlets 
Time: 11 am - 11:30 pm

Mumbai favourites
At the Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai in Worli, the newly-appointed executive chef Aditya Kulkarni whips up a menu to celebrate the city and its favourites. 

The menu includes unique chaats, vada pav sliders and classic Bombay sandwiches to heartier bites such as BBQ chicken buns, kheema pav and Thai-style prawn cakes with the likes of Gulab Jamun Éclairs, Lychee Rabdi, and a delicate Gulkand Rose Mille-feuille.

Diners can pair it with teas and coffees, along with one that also has a matcha, that is becoming a favourite, apart from other choices.

Where: Opus, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai, Worli
Time: 4 pm - 6 pm 
Call: + 91 (22) 6982 8000 for reservations