Jio World Plaza in BKC has a charming new dining destination called the Atrium at The Plaza. Suffused with natural light and Europen-inspired decor, this space aims to capture the spirit of a holiday and whisk you away from the worries of hectic city life. The Atrium at the Plaza has been envisioned as a spot that will bring together various cuisines for guests to choose from.
Individual establishments will not have their own seating. Instead, tables are set up in the open space in between. The design makes it stand out from similar spaces in other malls.
Here, it's more of a chic courtyard for culinary delights rather than a regular 'food court.' The idea is to eat well and relax in a quiet corner replete with artistic touches - lampposts, floral arrangements, a grand aquarium and more. The initial stage of the Atrium's launch has been marked by the opening of DIVA by Chef Ritu Dalmia.
Guests at Jio World Plaza can now dig into Chef's signature treats, including (her own favourite) Mac & Cheese and DIVA's classic tiramisu. But the menu here goes beyond Italian dishes and features Pan-Asian and Indian comfort food too. We had the chance to check it out for ourselves a few days ago.
Explaining the idea behind DIVA's cafe-style offerings, Chef clarifies, "This is a place where you don't come for long lunches. If you want to catch up with a friend and grab a quick bite, this is the sort of spot you would come to. For us, the food ethos is very clear: simple, non-pretentious, hig.