By Sitaram Mewati
This summer, the beloved mango takes centre stage at Bombay Baking Company and Reflections at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, where seasonal creativity unfolds through decadent desserts and refreshing cocktails. The hotel celebrates mango season in its most indulgent form, bringing together soft bakes, layered confections, and vibrant beverages that highlight the fruit’s rich versatility.
At Bombay Baking Company, mango arrives baked to perfection in a limited-time selection of desserts that capture its golden sweetness across textures and flavours. Each creation strikes a balance between lightness and indulgence, allowing mango to shine while technique enhances the experience. Signature offerings include the Fresh Alphonso Mango Cake, featuring a delicate vanilla sponge layered with fresh cream and juicy mangoes that embody the essence of summer. The Fresh Mango Chocolate Cheesecake offers a more decadent take, pairing mango’s brightness with creamy chocolate richness, while the Pistachio Mango Delight blends nutty pistachio with smooth mango mousse for a refined finish.
The menu also features the elegant Mango Trio Textures, a layered dessert combining mango mousse, vibrant compote, and creamy brûlée notes. Smaller treats such as the Mango Curd Tart with Black Sesame Nougat Crème and the Tropical Mango Basil & Tender Coconut Cake offer lighter yet equally satisfying options, ideal for quick indulgences or takeaway delights.
Just steps away, Reflections, the hotel’s lobby lounge and bar, presents “The Pour of the Season,” an inventive collection of mango-inspired cocktails. Highlights include Kairi, inspired by the tangy zest of raw mango, and Clarified Mango Lassi, a contemporary twist on a classic favourite. For those seeking bold flavours, Raw Mango Thecha delivers a spicy kick, adding depth to the mango experience.
From desserts to cocktails, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu offers a complete celebration of mango season—perfect for relaxed afternoons, sunset gatherings, or simply savouring the king of fruits at its finest.
Editor in Chief : Mewati SItaram
