Ochre Spirits Bar — Restaurant in Goa

I just found out about this offbeat restaurant cocooned within the trees in Sinquerim and I was intrigued. It's not often that you find garden restaurants in Sinquerim, and more so, one that serves up the flavours of Pondicherry!

This serene little spot called has a Tamil-Franco menu that reflects the cuisine of Pondicherry - the erstwhile French colony in Tamil Nadu. So expect dishes like Podi Idli, Mustard Prawns, Beef Kari Vada, Pandi Fish Fry, Chicken Vadavam Curry, Pork Vindhai, Meen Puyabaise. And for those who come to Goa for seafood but have had enough of the rava-fries and coconut based curry, the food here will give you a break from the usual.

Among everything I tried, the flavours of the Pork Vindhai were far superior to the rest.

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Ochre Bar and Kitchen is a culinary gem in the heart of Goa. Our gastronomic adventure began with the Dragon's Breath cocktail, a blend of gin and dragon fruit that set our senses aflame and left us eager for the culinary delights to come. The Masala Fish was a dance of flavors, with the kingfish marinated in a yogurt spice blend and pan-seared in coconut oil. The Meen Puvabaise was a seafood cocktail that was a celebration of the sea, simmered in a fragrant herb-broth. The dessert, Serradura Custard, was a creamy Portuguese pudding on top of a bed of crushed cookies, with a dusting of pistachios, a perfect ode to Goa. This place is a testament to the beauty of Franco-Tamil cuisine and a must-visit for all food...

Had attended their launch event. This is India’s first ever craft spirits brand tasting room with the amazing concept of creating flavoured spirits (Gin, Rum & Vodka) so as to avoid sugar loaded mixers in your drinks. 4 crafted spirits - Nutty beery rum, Citrus punch rum, Saffron Gin and Cherry Vodka available only at the venue and not on shelves. Pair it with yummy bar bites served here with some live music. Do visit to try their flavoured spirit from the...