It's been a year of unprecedented crisis for the restaurant industry. The Coronavirus came like a storm and even as the food and beverage veterans put in a brave face, many of the establishments have taken a hit. Le15 Café in Colaba, Mirchi and Mime in Powai, Indigo Deli in Kurla, D:Oh in Thane and Andheri West, have all shut down. With no news yet about when Mumbai restaurants will be allowed to open, more names are expected to join this list. But, amidst this mayhem, a Colaba landmark, a neighbourhood bar and restaurant that many swear by, Woodside Inn, has launched its third outlet in 13 years, this time in Pali Naka, Bandra West, signalling a ray of hope for the industry.

Now housed where 5 Spice used to be, the brick and mortar restaurant is starting with deliveries (and takeaways) of food and craft beer. It launched with the 13th edition of their legendary beer and burger festival, which the owners say this year, is tailor-made to suit the foodie who is ordering in at home.