We visited Jodhpur as the second stop during our Rajasthan trip late last year. Jodhpur was a late addition to our itinerary, mainly based on discussions with friends and colleagues. The layout of the city, especially the old city is completely different, and could look chaotic to an out of towner like me, but the …
It was an FBAI meet up that brought us to Dadi’s Dum Biryani. The concept of the place is quite easy to identify with. Think of the fondest memory of the most delicious dish you’ve ever tasted. It was probably cooked by your mum, a favorite aunt, a fond neighbor, a doting grandparent – someone …
I must confess I am constantly on lookout for innovative buffet spreads. Our team has about 30 people, and that means we need to find places that cater to people with different taste buds and preferences, options for vegetarians, customizing the food, a variety of drinks and starters, great selection of desserts, understanding of allergies …
A visit to Edo was long due for, and a meet up hosted at ITC Gardenia by Simonti made this happen. One not so lazy Saturday afternoon saw a bunch of us to experience their newly launched Corporate Luncheon. Edo is inspired by the ancient name of the city Tokyo, here Japanese food isn’t just …
The Ritz Carlton is running their flavors of Thailand promotion, led by visiting Chef Aong. Chef is from Phulay Bay, a Ritz Carlton Reserve, a luxury resort in Krabi, Thailand, and she is revisiting after a stint last year. Aptly called the Thai Encore, this food festival running at The Market, strives to bring lesser …
As opposed to a lot of people’s assumption – 48 East is not a Chinese food service. They are an exploration of the culinary trails of the exotic land of Asia – spanning 48 (!) countries. A clear background like this was definitely an interesting starting point for me, when a fellow food enthusiast and …
Bangalore city has seen a rapid growth in terms of things to experience and indulge in. This has led to an exponential growth of restaurants serving various kinds of cuisines, delicacies as well as regional food. And of course, everyone has their perspective of favourite eateries, and places to indulge themselves with, but if I …
We were invited to the Royal Orchid Brindavan Garden in Mysore, and last weekend decided to take this staycation. This particular property is about 30 minutes drive from the city, and is actually situated inside the Brindavan Garden. Overlooking the KRS Dam on one side, and the expanse of the beautiful gardens on the other, …
It’s not common for me to have a place on a to-visit list, and not make it there. But that’s what happened with Grasshopper, for years now! So finally when the opportunity arose, schedule and travel plans cooperated, and ta-da, one fine Thursday evening, Tapash and I were off to Grasshopper. The maps are quite …
An incredible SulaFest unfolded this year in February – a Gourmet World Music Festival that was amazing as it celebrated its 10th Anniversary. First of all, the festival this year being a 3 day affair, as opposed to the standard 2 days. Friday was dedicated to Indian artists had also added one more stage – …
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