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Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Metro Kulfi and Lassi: Killing Two Birds with One Shop?!

With the summer at its peak & high levels of humidity driving us crazy, we were drawn to an ad in the papers: Metro Kulfi opening an outlet at the ground floor of Mathewsons Square, near Changampuzha Park, Edappally.
Situated close to the famous Edapally Church and Lulu Mall, they have a strategic advantage in terms of location. They could probably be spotted when riding the metro too, which is probably why they named it so in the first place! 
This kulfi & lassi joint is on the ground floor of Mathewsons Complex next to 'Sunrise Furniture'. It is a well lit and compact place. Seating however, is limited to a handful of chairs. It must be mentioned, the chairs are green or magenta and potentially bright enough to light up the dark! 
As you enter, there is a blue, kulfi stick-shaped signboard that proclaims the following: 'Life is like a kulfi: Enjoy before it melts.' Not a 'Zen' level thought but that is fine, we are here to eat kulfi not attain enlightenment! 
The first thing that catches your eye are the colorful lassi on display. They have many fruit flavoured ones including strawberry, mango etc. The display counters have an attractive array of kulfis too. The kulfis come in different sizes & flavours. They have discs, small sticks, big sticks, pot or 'matka' ones (it looked like plastic instead of clay). Their prices also range accordingly, although it is worth mentioning that the difference in price between small and large sticks is minimal and it may be better value going for the big ones itself, unless you would rather sample different flavours. 
As always, we had a difficult time choosing from a range of  flavors but finally placed our bets on pista and mango. The menu seemed to offer compelling variety like kesar, anjeer (fig), chocolate, malai (cream), butterscotch and so on. 
Mango Kulfi at Metro Kulfi, Edappally
The kulfi turned out to be creamy and smooth. They were also refreshingly cool and flavorful too. One thing to note was that the pista kulfi did not contain any actual nut pieces. It tasted decent by itself but the missing crunch was notable. Seriously: when you specialize in one thing, you better be good at it.
Pista Kulfi at Metro Kulfi, Edappally
I have had some top-notch lassi during my time studying in the North so we will put their claims to the test the next time we go there. 
To sum it up, if it is a warm day and you are on the lookout for a cool and refreshing treat, this place offers great value and has a modest variety of kulfi to choose from as well. We hope to return to this place and evaluate their lassi soon. So do stay tuned for updates!

Type of Cuisine: Frozen Desserts, Kulfi
Location

Next to Sunrise Furniture, Near Changampuzha Park, Edappally.

Parking: Nothing dedicated but there is plenty of space nearby, should not be a problem.
Ambience: Tiny, well lit but otherwise nothing exceptional.
Service: Quick, as expected
What we liked/Recommended for:

  • Decent variety. 
  • Good value. 
  • Good flavor. [Will update about lassi after our next visit.]
Potential Shortcomings: 
Pistachio Kulfi without nuts. Need I say more?
Taxes: Included in price, fat tax not applicable.
Phone Number: +91 98463 27234
Timings: 11:00 - 01:00AM [Not a typo, they claim to open till 11:00AM in the morning to 1:00AM at night]

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