Virat Kohli's Restaurant One8 Commune | Resto-bar in Pune

I recently had a privilege to dine in at one of the branches of one8 commune which is located at Bund Garden, Pune. Even though it was almost midnight the weekend crowd was very lively and happening. The fun atmosphere and excitement of the youngster could be seen reflected and complimented in the delicious food.

One8 Commune is a beautiful Restro bar. They have a vibrant, multi-cuisine, menu that caters to a global palate.

This cafe is known for it's relaxed, comforting vibe and ofcourse menu. One8 commune at Pune is a suave eatery serving Continental, Mexican, Thai, Chinese, Mediterranean, North-Indian and Asian cuisines. The menu is incredibly detailed and the starters comprise a whole lot of options including salads, baos, tempura, dimsum, cakes and more. 

One8 commune also offers all the classic cocktails and mocktails you can hope in a restro pub. The interior and decor are beautiful and fantastic. 

You will be reminded it as a Virat's restaurant by the big cricket score board on the wall. No wonder, it is one of the favorite restaurants of Cricket lovers and let's not forget about the food. The restaurant has some innovative menu and the food you have probably never heard of!

I loved how he listed he favorite meals in a section on the food menu. It has some interesting vegan food options - Super Food Salad, Avocado Tartar, Mushroom Googly Dimsums and Pearl Barley Risotto. 

Virat Kohli's Restaurant One8 Commune | Resto-bar in Pune

The desserts, especially the 5 Rivers Mud Cake And Oven Based Cheese Cake are simply delightful. Do try their Superfood Salad, Mushroom Googly Dimsums, Signature Hummus, The one8 Mezze, Communing Indian Way are way too yummy. 

 

One8 Commune has so much to offer. It is that one food trip you would want to remember.

1. Corpse Reviver

They have a bunch of cocktails and mocktails. I tried Corpse Reviver. It's a gin based cocktail with a tinge of orange in it.

2. Mushroom Googly Dimsums

Dimsums is everyone's favorite and Virat's too. These dimsums are prepared with truffle oil and is filled with assorted wild mushrooms, cream cheese and vegetarian broth. They come with a beautiful tomato garlic sauce.

3. The One “8” Mezze

This party platter serves with a bit of everything like Spanakopita, Falafel, Vegetarian Sishtouk, Sumac Rice Kofta along with Hummus and Pita.

4. Communing Indian Way

This Indian platter also serves lot of Indian dishes like Soya Keema Puff, Tandoori Cottage Cheese, Bandel Mochar Chop, Soya Boti Kebab, along with Mint Chutney.

5. Five Rivers Mud Cake

For Dessert, go ahead with Mud Cake. It's a Decadent layered chocolate mud cake and chocolate mousse. This is my favorite dessert of all. It was the ideal end to the full meal.

This cozy restaurant has left the best impressions. The ambience is very welcoming. Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes, beautiful presentation, wide wine list, amazing cocktails, mocktails and wonderful desserts. I'm bowled over by the salads, fine food, drinks and dessert. I would recommend it to everyone. 

Review: 4/5

INR for 2: 2500

Timings: 12 pm - 12 am

Address: Unit 5, Raha Bahadur City Centre, Raja Bahadur Mill Road, Sangamvadi, Pune, Maharashtra, 411001

Most Popular Blog Topics 2018

Most Popular Blog Topics 2018 : Delicious recipes, Gardening tips, Restaurant reviews, Food health trends & so much more...

A major shoutout to all the lovely people out there! I want to express deep gratitude to everyone who liked my work and joined me in my journey all these years. I am forever grateful for the love, joy and friendship you have bring to my life. Thank you for your love and kindness. I appreciate it hugely, it spurs me on to create more better content for you!

As the new year begins, I thought I'd share 10 Most Popular Blog Topics 2018 based on number of views, social media shares, etc.

Here's a look on the Top 10 Blog Posts of 2018 

1. Stuffed Japanese Aubergine : These beautiful Japanese aubergines are stuffed with the delicious mixture of ginger, garlic, tomatoes, aubergine and a host of spices! This dish not only look beautiful but taste amazingly good! You can serve them as an appetizer or as a side dish.
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2. 10 Superfoods You Should Be Eating Right Now : Superfoods are the special category of foods that contain wide variety of antioxidants, fiber, minerals and vitamins. These are great for your nervous system, offer protection against heart diseases, help in reduce inflammation, and support the immune system. Find out more about the best superfoods in this post.
Check out our top 10 superfoods here.

3. How to Plant, Grow and Care for Dahlia flowers : Dahlia are incredibly beautiful and vibrant flowers, comes in exciting array of colors, adding spectacular beauty throughout summer. It's surprising, how many people think that Dahlia is hard to grow, but it's absolutely not, you just need to know the basics.
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4. Vibrant Vegan Buddha Bowl : This vibrant vegan buddha bowl is packed with grains, nutrients and tons of veggies to fuel your body and mind. This fast and easy salad come together in just 10 minutes. It's exciting blend of flavors, textures and colors will keep you wanting more! This recipe is completely vegan and gluten-free. This colorful buddha bowl makes a perfect lunch or light dinner!! Also, my most liked photo on instagram.
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5. 5 Best Food Places In Shimla You Must Visit : Breathtaking landscapes, colossal mountains, luxurious valleys, quirky, fun, eccentric, cafes and restaurants, Shimla has everything to charm you with it's timeless beauty and delightful culinary experience. Here's our take on the Shimla's 5 best food places!
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6. Paneer Nugget Casserole : A healthy, quick and easy side dish that combines the meaty texture of soya nuggets and paneer, studded with capsicum, tomatoes and peas, and, flavored with a medley of aromatic herbs and spices.
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7. Paneer Tikka : Paneer Tikka is an authentic Indian dish made from chunks of paneer and vegetables marinated in yogurt and spices, skewered and grilled to perfection! It's a perfect starter for any barbecue or theme parties.
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8. 8 Mindful Eating Tips To Help You Eat Better : Eating mindfully is the practice of being aware of all your senses in the present moment. It helps us to develop a positive and a truly healthy relationship with the food. Make peace with your mind and try these 8 simple mindful eating tips and get results.
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9. Mint Coriander Chutney : Mint Coriander Chutney is a delicious appetizer with lots of of tangy and exciting flavors to it. They are perfect accompaniment to any meals. It pairs well with salads, chips, and taste great when spread on sandwich and wraps.
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10. Shahi Tukda Recipe : A rich and creamy Indian dessert, where fried bread pieces are dipped in cardamom flavored milk syrup, layered and finished off with some crushed almonds, cashews and pistachios. Be it adult or kid no one can resist this irresistibly dish rich yet light simple dessert.. Also, my most liked tweet and most liked post on facebook.
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Which is your favorite blog topic? Which is your favorite category?
I hope you enjoy this post.. Happy 2019!

Sending an abundance of love to you all!
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Anshika

10 SUPERFOODS YOU SHOULD BE EATING RIGHT NOW

Superfoods are the special category of foods that contain a wide variety of antioxidants, fiber, minerals and vitamins. These little fellas are great for your nervous system, offer protection against heart diseases, help in reduce inflammation, and support the immune system.

Stock your kitchen with these superfood staples. You can easily incorporate them into your everyday meals. They are easy to consume, relatively available in every supermarket and grocery store.

1. Tomato

Tomatoes are the most commonly used fruit. They are the major dietary source of lycopene, which improves the bone mass and boost immune system. It may also reduce the risk of cancer and heart diseases. Tomato contain fat-burning compound known as 9-oxo-ODA which helps with fat loss. They are both nutritious and delicious and can be easily incorporated in your diet.

Tomatoes are the important ingredient of many cuisines. They are used to make sauces, soups, salads, pizza, lasagna, pasta and many other variety of dishes. Remember the tomato soup I made last year?

2. Spinach

Spinach is the world's healthiest superfood. These dark green leafy vegetables are loaded with vitamin A, B, C, E and K. They are an excellent source of magnesium, potassium, calcium, choline and folate. Spinach can lower the risk of cancer and heart related problems, it can control the diabetes and reduce blood pressure. It plays an important role in building healthy skin tissues and promoting blood cell growth.

You can add them in salads, sprinkle it on pasta and add in your smoothies. You can also make a simple sauteed spinach recipe in a pan.

3. Green tea

I'm a tea-lover and a pretty regular one. I always start my day with a cup of green tea. There are lots of varieties of tea like - black, green, white, oolong but my favorite is green tea. Green tea is becoming popular specially in the fitness world. It contain all the antioxidants that boost metabolism and could help in reducing the risk of diabetes, heart attack, stoke and cancer. It contains less caffeine than coffee, helps with weight loss and keep the immune system strong.

Add it into a lukewarm water or add milk or lemon for more flavor and enjoy.

4. Yogurt

Yogurt is a dairy product prepared from the bacterial fermentation of milk, often sweetened and flavored. It can also be prepared at home. There are plenty of benefits of yogurt, they are helpful in developing stronger bones, improves the immunity and the digestion system. It's rich in calcium, potassium and magnesium.

Yogurt can be blended or served as a base of smoothies. It can be added in soups, curries and can also be cooked with tofu or paneer. You can cook kadhi, yogurt based curry or raita, common condiment eaten in Asia and India.

5. Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a perfect breakfast as it's filling and contain lots of vitamins and minerals. They are great source of fiber, potassium and calcium. Oats are natural superfood, made out whole grain and fiber which helps in reducing the cholesterol and blood pressure. They are great as a breakfast, snack, a post-work-out snack.

Eat it as a porridge replacement, sprinkle over your cereal, or your smoothie.

6. Sprouts

I love eating sprouts as it's a wonderfully high protein, low fat snack which includes all the nutrients. Sprouts are the most convenient and healthy superfood. They are energy boosting enzymes, extremely alkalizing and rich in micro-nutrients. They are loaded with protein, vitamin B1 and B6, vitamin K and minerals such as magnesium, calcium, phosphorous and zinc..

Add them in salads, coleslaw.

7. Purple carrots

Wow, now purple carrots are my favorite! As the name suggest, it has bright purple skin and flesh that comes in the shade of yellow and orange. According to an Australian study, purple carrots are the next big superfood. It's a relatively unknown superfood, filled with anti-inflammatory goodness. It is rich in anthocyanin, help in in treating neurological disorders like Alzheimer's, improving heart related problems. They are low in calories and rich in dietary fibre, vitamin C, K, potassium and manganese are a good source of carotenoids.

Add them in your salads, smoothies or can also stit-fry it.

8. Garlic

Garlic, the pungent member of the allium family is widely popular in Asian and Indian cooking. It's a great source of vitamin C, B1, B6, manganese, copper, biotin and fiber. It helps in regulating sugar level and help people with type1 and type2 diabetes. Garlic also has lot of anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It contains high levels of sulphuric compounds which helps in lowering down the cholesterol level, reducing the blood pressure, boosting the immune system and supporting the digestive health.

They are used to add flavor in variety of dishes like soups, dips, stir fries, stews, etc.

9. Lentils

They are practically the cheapest and the easiest superfood to prepare. These pulse are used in many Asian and Indian countries. Lentils requires a long cooking time in kitchen but they make a delicious and healthy snack. They are high in iron, protein, and other nutrients. They are known for managing blood sugar levels and keep you full for hours.

Use variety of beans to make lentil soup or curries, add them to quesadillas along with other fillings, add them to salad, eat them with Indian breads or rice, or just as a snack.

10. Beets

Beet is the most beautiful vegetable. They are blood red in color. It has a sweet and earthy flavor. It is also used as a natural coloring agent. Beet roots are high in vitamins A, B & C, Potassium, Iron, Manganese, Phosphorous and Fiber. It helps in the treatment of anemia, indigestion, cancer and heart diseases. Beets are also good for pregnant women since they are a source of Vitamin B. It's low in calories and high in carbs. Vitamin C helps in fighting cancer and helps to prevent Respiratory problems.

It is frequently added as an ingredient to salads, soups and pickle, you can also make a beetroot drink.

Which is your favorite superfood?
How do you incorporate it into your diet?

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