17 Jan 2020
Early evening pick up, nice and prompt with a good quality vehicle and experienced driver were a great and confident start for this night time tour. Our guide, Dinesh explained numerous sights adding interesting comments, history and occasional religious significance to many of the places. Our Sunday evening visited Bollywood stars homes to observe the fanatical fans waiting outside in the hope of a glimpse of their favourite movie stars, viewing places for great city photos and some magical buildings. The highlight was stopping off at Chowpatty beach for some street food and feeling the night time atmosphere of local families gathering, eating and enjoying the warm evening in total harmony with each other.
Dinesh explained how he personally selects only the safest street food vendors for tourists to sample; he ensures they use mineral water and adhere to hygienic procedures as well as checking spice level and other dietary needs before ordering for you. Don't be afraid, we tried several dishes and had no problems with our stomachs. In fact we had some Pav Bhaji to start with deliciously warm and buttery bread rolls for 100 rupees that was far superior to our five star hotel nearby serving the same dish at eight times more expensive!
It was great to see everyone together having a good time; just as importantly, we had a great time with Dinesh from Mumbai Dream tours.