Sunday, November 2, 2008

Malls Malls

Mumbai is turning in a mall city and no doubt. Mumbais favourite song? 'Mall mall mein hum tu karein dhamal!'

By the weekend there are a thousands of people pouring through the doors of each one - spilling out onto the walkways and lining up at the security check.

The latest and hep-est one is no doubt the Oberoi Mall at Goregaon East - just off the highway. If you haven't yet been to see it, you should NOW. I can't tell you the colour of the building - because it is ever changing. No really, it does change every few seconds. Someone has brilliantly created a edifice that stands out in the night reflecting different colours, giving that feeling of celebration and life that we associate with Diwali.

The mall is spacious enough that you don't feel overcrowded, even though there are people streaming through it. It offers something for everyone in the family and I can't wait for the bookstore to open. Crosswords is under construction on the top floor.

The foodcourt is fabulous with the standard as well as the unique food fare available. Restaurants like Kailash Parbat and Sanskriti make their presence felt in every single mall. But Falafel, KFC, Crepetia and Sizzlers are not available everywhere for sure.

For those with kids to entertain over the holidays, the kids videogames and fun section is there on the top floor, buzzing with activity. Definitely a place for family to enjoy.