Where: B.K. Dutt Market, Rajouri Garden

Cuisine: North Indian, Continental, Fusion

Cost: 2000 for two (with alcohol)

The culinary scene in West Delhi is expanding and how! The latest addition and an impressive one at that, is Lights Camera Action that brings to you an unusual and one of a kind food experience- with full on Bollywood drama. Opened just 3 weeks ago, the place has gained popularity because of the innovative food and cocktails- this was evident by seeing the restaurant packed even in a hot weekday afternoon. Molecular gastronomy being the USP of the place, I was looking forward to the surprises. There's both lounge as well as terrace seating, very colourful and vibrant, with Bollywood and Hollywood decor elements. I chose to sit inside because of the weather and was quite comfortable, the  quirky wall art and colourful Bollywood themed cushions made for a pretty and dramatic setting.

The Benarsi Lassi Spheres, served complimentary to every guest, gave us a glimpse of what madness lied ahead. Imagine Kesar Pista flavoured Lassi disguised as small, wiggly bombs that explode as soon as they land in your mouth, leaving you pleasantly surprised and amused. I could've popped like, 10 of them- yes, they were THAT fun. But, but, I was saving my appetite for what was to come. Peri Peri flavoured Popcorn (what's a movie without popcorn, right?) are also served complimentary at each table.

Next up, Chamak Chalo salad (yes, names of most of the dishes at LCA have a filmy reference) was a leafy affair of orange and lettuce with zesty dressings. I'm not really a salad person but enjoyed this one a lot! It is simple and the flavours really gel with each other. Nachos Corn Chaat was pretty basic, even though it tasted nice, it lacked any sort of innovation. It is however, a good enough dish if you don't feel like experimenting and having some good ol' nachos dressed in a mix of corn and in-house mayonnaise.

Rajnikant's Early Morning Tea is a breath of fresh air- with a mild scent of coconut, ofcourse- when you feel like drinking something hot. Tempered curry leaves are topped with a spoonful of powdered coconut oil. Piping hot Rasam is then poured from a charming kettle into the glass, melting the powder back into coconut oil. Give it a nice stir and sip on this hot, but refreshing tangy drink. If you're a mocktail person like me, you can try the Watermelon Cooler and Fresh Fruit Mojito,  both of which were made from fresh summer fruits and mint.

I was very keen on trying the fusion-chaats at LCA and went for the one that sounded the most interesting- Hollywood Nitrogen Papdi Dhokla Chaat. This was when things got really intense- the chef came out carrying a big box of ingredients and prepared the chaat in front of us- and I'm glad he did because it was really worth watching! The curd is first frozen at 176 degrees using liquid nitrogen. The frozen curd crumbs meet frozen dhoklas, fried spinach leaves, papri, dhokla, boiled potatoes- all of which is poured over with Dhokla water. Then comes a generous squeeze of curd, mint-coriander chutney and tamarind sauce. Garnished with typical sev and pomegranate, the mighty chaat is all yours to dig in. Quite a show it was. The dish was full of delightful surprises, with so many components, every spoonful of it tasted different. 

Next up, Vegetarian Murgh Tikka were soya tikkas cooked in the tandoor perfectly and served with the traditional mint chutney. However, I do wish there was a richer and tastier marination on the delightfully done skin of the tikkas. 

One thing I love even more than pizza are variations of pizza! LCA serves crispy Naanza, that is, pizza toppings on a thin Indian flatbread, making the pizza a much lighter snack. The toppings are generous- lots of cheese and the very best of veggies. Definitely a must have! Another must-have includes Katchche Raaste- a rabri Tres leches cake, which was hands down, the highlight of my afternoon (or maybe even week). The soft layered cream sponge cake came sitting on a bed of rich, sinful rabri- I wish it never ended. The cake is a little heavy so PRO-TIP: you should share it. The pistachio crumbs made for the perfect garnish. I was in dessert-heaven.

My friend and I ordered a Virgin Mojito and a Virgin Pina Colada because they sounded so refreshing. It was a really hot afternoon and these delicious mocktails sure helped us beat the heat. The mojito was a little high on sweetness and that's exactly why I liked it. Pina colada was an excellent choice, creamy but not to thick, and a subtle coconutty aftertaste. There's also a good lot of cocktails (there's a live bar) and drinks to choose from.

The very first thing that comes to my mind while browsing any food menu is "Hmm. What could be the cheesiest item in here?" I put my bets on the Mozzarella Bombs and found myself drooling at the very name of it. Served with some fresh lettuce and mint mayonnaise, these came stuffed with a simple mixture of mozarella and risotto with some herbs, chilly flakes and a hint of tomato jam. Every time you take a bite, you'll hear a crunch and will be met with irresistible cheese strings. Also, couldn't think of a better accompaniment for this other than mint mayo.

We then ordered a Dips Bench which was like a Lebanese platter and had hummus, beetroot tzatziki, moutabel (an eggplant dip very similar to baba ganoush), fresh tomato-olive-pineapple salad topped with sour cream, to go with garlic sticks and crispies, falafel, pita bread and cheese rolls. I'd say, the beetroot tzatziki in the prettiest of pinks was my favourite, after hummus. Pita bread was soft and super light and airy. Falafel and cheese rolls made for nice, versatile sides with the dips. The platter was a symphony. Everything complemented everything!

I started with a cold coffee and it came in this glass bottle printed with health-related words I don't live by. It felt good to sip on it while the sun gleamed in full power. Next up, 'Papa Kancha' was a very creative mix of coca cola, crushed mint and orange pulp that tasted lovely. Papa Kancha, as all Pretentious Movie Reviews fans would know, can mean anything and everything depending on the situation. Loved this funky name for the mocktail.

My absolute favourite dish was Ching Chong Chilly and it was also the most innovative dish on the menu. So, these are spinach flour fritters stuffed with a melt-in-mouth mixture of paneer, cheese, loads of garlic and schezwan spices. These are a little hot but only as spicy as one can comfortably take, and  are hand-moulded into the shapes of chillies before deep frying. Do order this one if you visit Inniciio and I can confidently say you won't regret it. 

Where: Main Market, Sec 29, Gurgaon { Opens May 6th, 2015 for public }

Cuisine: American fast food

Cost: 500 for two

It is known for it's delicious square burgers and boasts of serving fresh food like home. Wendy's, one of world's largest restaurant chains has finally set foot in India and I am more than happy that it did. As foodies, we can never have enough choices, can we? Even though the first outlet in Gurgaon is a little too far from where I live, I did manage to attend its first Blogger's Meet in India on 3rd May that gave me an insight into the delicious world of Wendy's. 

So, the protocol for placing your order is pretty simple. You enter, slip into one of the comfy seats, scan through the menu and place your order on the billing counter. You pay and get a numbered token to put on your table, and they will bring your food to your seat once it's prepared- the service is quick. Jasper Reid, who will be heading Wendy's operations in India, explained to me that they have really tried to give ample choices to the vegetarians. The current menu is an introductory one and the brand will keep adding new options for their Indian customers. 

Coming to the food, Wendy's burgers lived up to my expectations. Here's a quick run-through of all that I had: