It was one of those days where you crave something out of the ordinary and this time my food adventure took me to a buzzing food stall packed with life and flavor the aroma of fried goodness filled the air.
There it was the star of the show the matka pizza fries in a small clay pot brimming with cheesy goodness the pot was warm to touch a rustic touch of tradition with a modern twist.
It was loaded with a mountain of crispy golden fries drenched in a creamy cheese sauce that clung to every piece like a warm hug sprinkled generously with herbs crushed red pepper and flecks of black pepper tiny pools of melted cheese bubbled on the surface making it look so inviting then came the toppings slices of tangy jalapenos fresh green capsicum finely chopped onions and oozy mozzarella that stretched with every forkful.
There were two wooden skewers sticking out of the pot almost like markers showing this culinary treasure and a small plastic spoon stood ready like a loyal companion to dive in every bite was a flavor bomb spicy cheesy with a hit of freshness and that clay pot kept everything warm and cozy.
After this savory delight i wandered off to a nearby cafe called cafe parah still in the mood for something sweet the menu caught my eye and there it was a caramel lotus ice cream cake a masterpiece in every sense.
It arrived in a sleek black plate a golden brown lotus biscuit base holding a tower of pure bliss the vanilla ice cream was piled high smooth and cloud like then came the magic moment.
The server poured a warm stream of caramel sauce from a tiny silver jug it cascaded down in slow motion covering the ice cream like a silky golden waterfall.
It was hypnotic to watch the sauce pooled around the base mixing with biscuit crumbs like tiny pieces of gold dust every spoonful was a dream.
The ice cream was soft and cold melting instantly on the tongue the caramel sauce rich velvety and just the right amount of sweetness paired perfectly with the crunch of the lotus biscuit it was a dance of textures smooth creamy crunchy and gooey a perfect swirl of warmth and chill.
In each bite i took my time letting the flavors unfold with every taste feeling like i was wrapped in a sweet vintage memory this day was all about comfort food cozy moments and flavors that stayed long after the last bite.
This day was full of tasty food and cozy feelings every bite was fun and comforting the matka pizza fries were spicy and yummy the caramel lotus ice cream cake was sweet and soft some days are made for enjoying simple happy moments.
