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T
roika’, to me, immediatelybrings Russia to mind, andthough the resto-bar itself doesnot show any colour prefer-ences, the Staples signboardright below makes up for it! But it is tobe noted that the restaurant is to yourleft once you get out of the elevator.Actually, the name is more a functionof ‘three’. The logo shows three ele-ments – fire, water, and air. The décor isclassy and functional with three kindsof seating – high stools near the islandbar, a semi-open lounge area, and anair-conditioned space. But we werethere mostly for the food, and the me-nu is also a mix of three primary culi-nary influences – Mediterranean, Ori-ental, and Coastal. If you’ve beenkeeping track, that’s three times thatthe theme of three had manifested it-self, and I was increasingly remindedof “The Number 23”, in which JimCarrey sees all events and incidents be-ing connected to 23. See?
 Appetisers:
I decided to distract my-self with the menu as we waited forthe third couple to join us, and assoon as I opened the beverages me-nu, among the cocktails, we tried theCin-Fully Yours and the James BondMartini (shaken not stirred) andboth were quite good. The chef hasdone an excellent job of creating in-trigue around the dishes long beforethey are served – the fusion combina-tions are unique and many a dishwould sell solely because of the de-scription. Take for example, theLemon Grass scented Pineapple andParupu Rasam. We missed the scent,and it was more sambar than rasamcourtesy the lentils, but none of thatcould take away from the super soup.We began solid food consumptionwith the Crispy Fish Coconut Chilliand though the coconut didn’t reallyfeature much, the dish was spicywith some flavourful seasoning. TheRochaedo chicken dumplings are ve-ry un-dumpling-like in their appear-ance, but the Goan masala and thesweet and sour flavour didn’t disap-point. The chargrilled Lamb Souvla-ki was quite bland and despite avaliant effort by the Tzatzikidip, and the well-cookedmeat, the dish was not re-ally a favourite. We’dbeen ignoring the vege-tarians and their re-venge did turn out to be adish best served cold – theSweet & Sour Glass NoodleRolls. A surprise hit, with aVietnamese salad inside a ricepaper sheet, and flavours that hit allthe right notes.
Entree:
The Tai Chi chicken was sup-posed to have a chili pepper sauce butactually turned out to be quite bland.The Kingfish Darne Kodampulli wasserved with coconut and spinach riceand it fondly reminded us of tradition-al fish curry meals. The Curd RoastLamb Casserole had a very bland mari-nade and the Oozi (sic) rice didn’t real-ly thrill either. The Chicken Roulade,with garlic, mushroom and ricottastuffing, was excellent, and would’vebeen the favourite if not for the Potato&Red Onion Roesti, with its lime andparmesan dressing. Yes, vegetarianagain, and it must be mentioned thatthe menu does provide some excellentoptions for them. Also, the maincourse portions are sized just right,and one would easily feel confidentabout ordering desserts.
 Afters:
There are just about half-a-doz-en options, but each of them is unique.The Coconut, Honey and GreenLime Panna Cotta turned outto be quite a win, and the Ba-noffee pie was a delight tolook at and consume.The Chocolate Crostatadidn’t really fulfil itschocolate potential andwe’ve had better blueber-ry cheesecakes. The Can-noli Kaapi yogurt was thebiggest disappointment both interms of texture and flavour.
In all:
Troika creates some fabulous ad-ventures from different cuisines. A fewdishes didn’t live up to the textual ex-pectations they created, but therewere others which made up for it. Addto that the classy décor and the peppyambiance, and there’s really no reasonto raise a red flag.
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BM VERDICT
Cuisine
Mediterranean,Coastal Indian, Oriental
Owner(s)
HNS Group
Chef 
Oriental – Chef DomOli Mediterranean - Chef Manoj SinghCoastal Indian - Chef Kumar Gowda
 Alcohol
 Yes
Wine List
Well stocked bar
Price range
For about
`
1,800, youcould share a drink, anon veg starter, a veg and non veg maincourse dish and adessert (Inclusive of taxes and servicecharge)
Parking 
 Yes
Wheelchair
No
accessService
Friendly, prompt
Sound level &
Superb music, volume
Music
subtle enough to en- joy and yet have aconversation
 Ambience
Comfortable andclassy 
Kid friendly 
 Yes
Hours
Weekdays : 12 – 3.30pm and 7 to 11 pm;Weekends : 12 pm – 11 pm
Home delivery 
 Yes
Reservations
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I am a 22-year-old unmar-ried man. Opposite mybuilding, an attractive wom-an in her early thirties hasrented an apartment. Shechanges her clothes with thewindow open. Initially, Ithought she was being absentminded, and I enjoyed theview. However, a few days ago,she came to the window naked,looked at me and smiled. Thishas been going on for a few days.All this while, I masturbated andcontrolled myself, but now I amunable to get over it as she isquite hot.
You must be having binoculars foreyes to see her smile from that distanceand guess her age. Do some detectivework and bump into her when she isoff to work. However, be warnedagainst unsafe sex with unknownpartner. Also, beware of being connedor blackmailed.
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I do not derive any pleasurewhile rubbing my clitoris. Infact, during stimulation, I getthe same pain as I would get onpressing the tip of my nose. Is itnormal?
Neither rubbing, nor pressing yourclitoris or your nose is normal. Indulgein a fantasy while gently stroking yournipples and vulva, and you will enjoyit. Try it on your nose as well, and youmay enjoy that too.
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I am a married man. I travelquite frequently. I want toknow what will give more plea-sure — having sex with an Indianmaid, French maid or Russianmaid? Please advise.
You will get an infection if you indulgein unprotected sex. The greatest plea-sure will come from waiting till you gethome to have sex with your wife.
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Long distance therapy is often not suc-cessful. See your doctor to diagnoseand treat the problem.
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I am a 21-year-old woman andmy fiancé is 26. Two weeksago, we had unprotected sex, butwithin 12 hours, I took an Ipill.Two days after the first act, wehad protected sex but unfortu-nately, the condom slipped off, his skin tore and bled. Whenthe condom slipped, his peniswas near my vagina but both of us are sure that spermdidn’t spill nor did he ejacu-late inside me but I am wor-ried that I may be pregnant.How long is the contraceptivepill effective for?
It works if taken within 72 hours.Please note that each time youhave intercourse, you must take a fresh emergency pill. Mean-while, please check with a urinepregnancy kit.
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HEALTH TIPS
While veggie shopping, pick locally grown vegetables over exotic ones to make sure that youget maximum nutrients and least preservativesIf you don’t eat fish, include walnuts, broccoli,and spinach in your diet to get your dose of omega 3 fatty acids
From top: Chicken Roulade, Potato &Red Onion Roesti, Sweet n Sour GlassNoodles and Coconut, Honey & LimePanna Cotta

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