KUALA LUMPUR, March 29 -- At first glance, it's easy to dismiss Muska as just one of the many cafes that populate Mont Kiara.

I must admit I was somewhat sceptical walking towards the space on the ground level of Verve Shops, but my reservations were quickly put to bed by the arrival of the Mumbai Vada Pao Slider (RM20).

Taking inspiration from Mumbai's most famous street food, also known as vada pav, this dish consists of a deep-fried potato ball sandwiched between a bread bun, served with a side of fried green chilli pepper and a chutney that tasted strongly of mint and cilantro.

The result is a decidedly carbohydrate-dense combination of light, fluffy potato and pillowy bread, punctuated by warm hits of spice and the refreshing, coo...