I didn't start this blog with the intention of being a food critic, but every once in a while, there comes a restaurant that truly blows my socks off. I found such a gem over Thanksgiving weekend in Chapel Hill, NC. It's called Vimala's Curryblossom Cafe (http://www.curryblossom.com/) . Vimala's offers traditional Indian fare as well as some fusion items, such as a "chole bowl". The atmosphere is much like a chic coffee shop, with the menu written artistically on a blackboard. It's very spare but cozy inside. But we didn't come there for atmosphere, we came there for food. And the food did not disappoint!
The masala dosas were the perfect combination of crispy and soft. The chole was tangy and spicy, and the bhaturas looked delicious. The masala chai was simply to die for- and what really won my heart is that when Vimala herself noticed it had gotten cold as I tended to my toddler, she said "Let me top it off and warm it up for you. Nobody wants a cold cup of chai!" Certainly not- as I normally like my chai almost boiling! She then brought over some khichdi (rice with lentils) and yogurt for my son, who was noticably distressed at having to eat carrots from a jar. All complimentary. And this is what distinguishes Vimala's Curryblossom Cafe- when Vimala cooks, Everyone Eats- even my notoriously picky 12 month old, who polished off all that khichdi and then some.
So if you find yourself in Chapel Hill- check it out. Vimala will win over your stomach as well as your heart!
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