Located in the F&B hotspot of Khar, Silly, all white and serene, appears like an oasis of calm from the outside. A towering 65-year-old mango tree and a brick-exposed wall with a living room-style shelf of antiques peep out, inviting curious glances from passersby. When we step in, the rustling of flora, footfall on the gravel pathway, and a faint chirping of birds drown out the traffic. As we soak in the filtering sunlight and check out the Boho, macramé detailings, vintage mirrors and cosy but elegant seating options — there’s a jute swing set to call dibs on — one of the many quirky signboards around us sum up our feelings: “Be Silly, here and everywhere”.

Madras lamb curry with steam rice