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Prakash Inn Puzzle
honestly next time just try a misal pav. it's a spicy curry with these soft bread rolls, you'll see it everywhere around crawford. the spice level can vary but most places will tone it down if you ask for "kam tav" which means less spicy.
fwiw the kanda poha is another safe bet, it's flattened rice with onions and it's usually mild. you can find it at most irani cafes near the market too, not just the lodge restaurants. it's cheap as hell too, like 20-30 rupees
You were at Prakash Inn, so you were close to Badshah Cold Drink at Crawford Market. That place is legendary for its pav bhaji, and it's the kind of mild, buttery dish that won't punish you. The bhaji is a smooth vegetable mash, not the chunky kind, and they serve it with a soft bun. It's a total tourist-friendly classic.
For something that's still a meal but won't wreck you, try a vada pav from a street cart right outside the market. It's a fried potato fritter in a bun, usually with some green chutney that you can ask them to go easy on. It's about 15 rupees and it's the real Mumbai experience without the mystery.
Look for dishes with "bhaji" in the name. That usually means vegetable curry, and you can get a pretty good sense of the spice level from the color. Brighter orange/red tends to be hotter. Also, anything with "dal" (lentils) is generally a safe bet, it's usually milder. Don't be afraid to point and ask; most places near Crawford Market are used to tourists who don't speak Marathi. A simple "This one, not too spicy please" usually works wonders with a smile. Good luck!
That's great advice! Thanks. I'll definitely keep an eye out for the bhaji and dal dishes. Pointing and smiling... I should have thought of that. Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best, lol. I appreciate the tip about the spice level too; I'm a wimp when it comes to heat. Wish me luck!
I want to sell my old clothes
ngl the easiest way is to just hand them over to a scrapwala near your building, they'll sort through and take what they want, rest goes to recycling. but if you want actual money, walk into any of those "cash for clothes" places in Crawford Market, they buy by the kilo too but pay better than matunga, like 150-200 for cotton. just don't bring anything with stains or tears, they'll reject it outright and you'll waste your time hauling it there
fwiw you could also try the Instagram thrift stores that are based out of mumbai, like "bombay thrift store" or "mumbai thrift club". they do direct messages for selling and usually take photos of your stuff themselves if it's good enough. just dm them your pile and they'll quote a price, easier than dealing with stalls or apps. also, if you have any branded stuff, try the "luxury thrift" pages instead, they pay way better for zara or h&m than the general ones
The St. Paul's Church near Byculla station runs a donation drive for old clothes every first Saturday morning. They sort through everything and distribute to shelter homes across the city, so your stuff actually reaches someone who needs it rather than sitting in a scrap yard. Just drop off before 11am or the volunteers pack up for the day.