South Goa: Palolem Beach Nights

Nights in Palolem were very quiet. The beach was asleep by around 11:00. As a result, you had to create your own mischief.

Only one bar was open late: Cafe Del Mar. Everyone would drift there after the other restaurants / bars closed. It had two pool tables and a fire pit in front.

For dinner you walk the beach and peer into glowing boxes. Each has a flourescent light, topped with a block of ice, and the catch of the day sitting on top. Gigantic shrimp called tiger prawns and small hammerhead sharks were plentiful. Pick what you want to eat and then it's whisked away to be cooked. Generally it will be made with Goan curry - it's not very spicy, and has a pleasant coconut flavor.