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Love Sunday Brunch? D'Alma's new menu is for you

Love Sunday Brunch? D'Alma's new menu is for you

The restaurant's Sunday brunch impressed us with its variety and unique offerings
Updated 13 Apr, 2019

There's something about Sunday brunch that we just can not resist.

The relaxed timing, the company and, of course, the food, makes for a perfect weekly event and if a restaurant can take their brunch up to the next level, we're happy. Because, we really can't wake up early for breakfast on a Sunday, guys. On a Sunday.

D'Alma's 2019 started with plans for introducing brunch and now that it's been out a while, we decided to check it out.

The restaurant has quite an extensive menu for Sunday brunch and what impressed us was the variety and uniqueness of offerings. While we couldn't resist everything D'Alma had to offer, we decided to pick the top seven brunch items that you need to try.

1) Deviled eggs

Rs. 520

An appetiser for brunch? Yes, please! The best thing about D'Alma's deviled eggs are the different flavours you get within the single dish. Each egg is topped with a different filling such as pesto, ginger, wasabi and mustard.

2) Eggs benedict

Rs. 700

Sure, Eggs benedict are available in most restaurants but we were impressed by the perfect cook on the eggs in this dish, with the whites perfectly cooked and the yolk the right amount of runny. Also, the hollandaise sauce is spot on, creamery and buttery.

3) Granola

Rs. 480

D'Alma's homemade granola is an option for the health conscious. Served in Greek yogurt with fresh fruits, it is light and refreshing with the right amount of tart. If this was topped with nuts or dry fruits this would be a hit.

4) Crab omelette

Rs. 1180

The crab omelette is packed with herbs and sauteed spices that give a kick of heat in every bite. What we loved about the dish was the generous amount of crab mixed in with the egg, which justifies the considerably steep pricing. It's rare to see a crab-based breakfast option and since we love our seafood, this was a welcome addition. However, we do wish there was some cheesey element to the dish, maybe with feta, just to elevate the flavour and texture of the omelette.

5) Seafood scrambled eggs

Rs. 1270

D'Alma has dubbed their seafood based scrambled eggs the breakfast paella and not only do we see the inspiration, we are smitten by this dish. Fluffy scrambled eggs topped with feta and grilled calamari and prawns, this dish deserves the premium price tag. Also, the richness of the dish means it can be shared by two, making the bill easier to foot.

6) Breakfast tacos

Rs. 1200

Another dish meant for sharing, the breakfast tacos all have airy scrambled eggs as the filling based and are topped with a variety of goodies like sausages, steak and minced meat. Don't be deceived by their size as they are quite filling. While we loved the steak and minced meat option, the sausage and chicken variety would've been even better should they have a kick of spice.

7) French toast skewers

Rs. 450

D'Alma may have created these sweet skewers for children but we found these to be a hit as well. The serving style offers more that a visual gimmick, it's easy to eat. A crisp exterior holds the rich soft texture within and is still quite light. We would love to see a variety within the French toast skewers perhaps a caramel version and a chocolate topping.

The premium section in D'Alma's brunch option may seem steep in pricing but one look at the ingredients and the quantity and it makes sense. Overall a person can spend around Rs600 - Rs950 at D'Alma's brunch, which is the average of any cafe or restaurant. If you're one with a humongous appetite and a need for the fancy meals your bill might go up to Rs 1300 but it all depends on your order.

Comments

nkc nkc Apr 13, 2019 09:23am
All imported ingredients? Halal or not?
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Anya Apr 13, 2019 12:28pm
@nkc nkc how can it not be halal when in Karachi are you serious?
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Anya Apr 13, 2019 12:31pm
I can't wait to try this so much yummy!
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Safir Ahmad Siddiqui Apr 13, 2019 02:42pm
The cost is astronimical. You can make much tastier omelette at home with mint and olive.Even French toast with honey made at home is one quarter the price.But if your wallet is hefty that’s another matter.Also enjoy juicy and blood red water melon of which market is flooded.Have you ever tried coffee with honey.
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Shehryar Apr 13, 2019 03:25pm
Wonderful experience at D’ALMA I was dere with 8-10 friends we tried from the elaborated starters menu variety of tacos followed by the meat and sea food platters. All of us liked the food and ambiance. Must try place highly recommended no place in Karachi can match the taste quality and perfection this place has.
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Mohabbatullah Beyg Apr 13, 2019 05:16pm
I wish someone who has no access to fine dining but is a connisuer of fine things in life reads the above review.... The culinary magnificence of D'Almas cuisine has now been re-incarnated in one of the anticipated grubs of the week, 'the Sunday Brunch'. Just as the value of health is realised when one falls ill, the value of this variety of cuisine should not become dependent on its absence. It's about time therefore, for karachites and visitors to Karachi take advantage of the opportunity and rush to book a spot on the next available weekend.
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Jabeen Apr 13, 2019 07:38pm
No doubt the brunch is the yummilicest that I have ever tried. A treat for the taste buds. Highly recommended.
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Ammar Apr 13, 2019 09:34pm
I loved every dish at the brunch. It’s a fun relaxed place for brunch I recommend it
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Ammar Apr 13, 2019 09:35pm
I tried the lamb and the tasting and found it spot on .
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Usman Hasan Apr 13, 2019 11:39pm
Yummy Sunday brunch at D'alma with outstanding service. Great menu selection. Thoroughly enjoyed my egg benedict & my daughter loved the seafood scrambled eggs.
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Jehanzeb Ahmad Apr 14, 2019 08:09am
I am never paying 1200 for two eggs no matter how good.
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Jabeen Apr 14, 2019 02:20pm
In what universe is it 600 per head? Each dish is app 700 and you need at least two based on serving size.
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Anushae Apr 15, 2019 12:26am
Phenomenal food, exceptional service. The owner is always lovely and Renson is a great server! My favourites on the menu so far: breakfast and dinner tacos, beef and eggs, plus espresso shots. They're also generous with their servings of lemon water unlike most places! The caramel ganache is mouth-watering and easy on dairy for lactose - intolerant people like myself. They also cater to specific requirements including turkey, lamb etc - we enjoyed one of these at a private party
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Adeel Ahmed Apr 15, 2019 01:05am
Visited last week, food n ambience awesome. Reasonable prices for such a quality stuff. Highly recommended.
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shehla Apr 15, 2019 09:21am
I love d'Al.ma, every time I go I have wonderful experience. The food, the ambience, the energy of the place is way too good. I recommend you everybody who likes to have full experience of love, energy and taste must go there.
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Nausheen Hammad Apr 16, 2019 11:37pm
Ordered thier yummy egg tacos , hunter meat omlette and lemon cheese french toast , My son felt very special as his breakfast was customised to his taste buds, he was grilled sausages which were not a part of thier regular menu. Our closing delight was the warm apple crumble with icecream (i wish i could post pictures). Thier corriander cooler and tea just did for our beverages. To my surprise the bill value totaled Rs 3870 ie almost 1200 something per head , hatts off to team Dalma for delivering such value for money and priceless Sunday happiness
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