Flavour of Bandra now in Anjuna: Three days, one neighbourhood, countless memories

If yoursquore headed to Goa this weekend you might want to take note of this exciting foodie plan thatrsquos brewing amidst the lush paddy fields of Anjuna Goa Elephant amp Co Goa hosts Weekend in Bandra mdash a firstofitskind pincodefirst movement of cultural exchange in Indian hospitality where one neighbourhood carries its flavours stories and identity into anotherA busy day at Elephant amp Co in AnjunaImagine tucking into Jai Jawanrsquos legendary fried prawns and masala tandoori Seefahrsquos soulful Khao Man Gai Bennersquos Bengalurustyle dosas or Darryrsquos Housersquos indulgent burgers paired with Boojee Cafersquos bold brews Add to that PackaPavrsquos reimagined comfort rolls washed down with The Daily and Sixteen33rsquos signature cocktails and Elephant amp Corsquos curry leaf palomas and coconut waterbased concoctions Itrsquos a weekend where neighbourhood icons step out of their lanes to find a new home mdash proof that food like community travels with heartMushroom Shammi Pav Pics courtesyPackaPavChef couple Seefah Ketchaiyo and Karan Banan bring Khao Man Gai to Weekend in Bandra with a sense of homecoming ldquoBandra blends tradition with modernity mdash and thatrsquos exactly what this dish Thaistyle poached chicken with fragrant rice and dipping sauces representsrdquo says Ketchaiyo Khao Man Gai is simple soulful and universally comforting Like Bandra their fare is familiar and approachable yet full of character Banan adds ldquoIn Goa we hope patrons feel the same warmth and simplicity For us it isnrsquot just about tasting a dish but about experiencing comfort and sincerity Good food doesnrsquot need to be complicated If people walk away feeling cared for nourished and connected then wersquove done our jobrdquoTandoori Sriracha ChickenGurdish Singh founder Jai Jawaan says ldquoBandra is where Jai Jawan was born where generations have made our food part of their lives For us Weekend in Bandra is more than a popup itrsquos a chance to honour our roots and share that same warmth and authenticity with a new audience in Goa Our Fried Prawns Chicken Tandoori and Fish Tandoori arenrsquot just dishes they are the legacy of my father a Navy veteran and the loyalty of families who have stood by us for over five decades We hope guests in Goa taste not just our food but the story and spirit of Bandra that comes with itrdquoKaran KhilnaniEven for Rohan Mangalorkar founder PackaPav Bandra has been a place where culture chaos and creativity collide ldquoWe started with the humble pav and gave it a twist just like Bandra itself blends old and new Being part of Weekend in Bandra feels like coming full circle celebrating the neighbourhood that shaped us From our Irani Chicken Pav to the Mutton Shammi Pav each bite carries comfort boldness and a little bit of Bombayrsquos soul For us itrsquos about staying true to our roots with honest flavours while letting new audiences taste the spirit of Bandra in every biterdquoPali cocktail and Chuim cocktail Pics CourtesySixteen33For Karan Khilnani Partner at Elephant amp Co Goa and Pune who grew up in Bandra the event isnrsquot just about whatrsquos on the plate but about carrying the energy of a neighbourhood thatrsquos casual creative and effortlessly cool into a new space ldquoWeekend in Bandra is our way of creating a cultural exchange where Goa meets Bandra through food drinks and mostly the vibe We believe the future of FampB lies in going smaller not bigger mdash in showcasing the quirks rituals and spirit of a community Wersquove always been about connections and if this weekend makes people feel a sense of culture comfort and belonging wersquove done our job rightrdquoON September 19 to 21AT Elephant amp Co Anjuna GoaTO BOOK Walkin