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If you are the person who believes a car is an instrument that takes the person from Point A to Point B, then you would be wasting your time reading this. However if you are one of those who thinks a car is a vehicle that reflects your personality, it is an extension of you,…
There are many a debates if the quality of Indian Cinema can compete with other countries for the prestigious Oscars. While that debate can still continue, after watching Broadway show and few other shows abroad, I can safely bring one topic to rest that shows at Kingdom of Dreams are not only at…
Just by the virtue of writing about restaurants and by getting an opportunity to interact with their chefs, managers and owners, I have procured a bit more knowledge about the restaurant industry than an average diner. So far my reviews have mostly been one sided and show a restaurant from the cu…
Biryani is a complete meal in itself, and with the lovely flavors and aroma, it is a preferred choice for house parties after heavy snacks and also is a good option for those dining out. Till few years ago there was no better option to order biryani other than by Viva Hyderabad or Deez (if…
A meal is worth the time and money, if it retains fond memories even after a long time. I came back from a short trip in Dubai, and it has been almost two months, however the flavours, presentation and service standards are still fresh in my mind. This meal also reinforced my belief that age…
There is something unique about eating the street food on a street side; the satisfaction and contentment that can never come by eating those chaats and other stuff in a restaurant. The ambience plays a vital role, and when I was invited to Nukkadwala, near Vatika City in Gurgaon, this was the pr…
It is Masterchef Australia George Calombaris’ (George Dimitrios Calombaris) third visit to India and my second meeting with a person who, in spite of being a culinary icon, has remained humble and grounded. My earlier meeting with him was at The Olive (now defunct) at The Diplomat Hotel. However,…
I remember those fairs (melas) and fetes – merry go round, giant wheels, bursting balloons with the rifle and many more things that I enjoyed as a kid. Times have changed and the new generation is looking for something that can suit their changing preference and habits. Even though Gurgaon has no…
Wendy’s, which recently opened in India, has generated lots of good and not so good discussions on various social networks. Their burgers have received some rave reviews while there was also a small glitch which drew many eyeballs. While Indian Food Freak had reviewed Wendy’s earlier (read here),…
The primary purpose of any hotel, apart from providing shelter, is to ensure a happy and peaceful sleep. But at times, even some of the most reputed chains fail to live up to the expectation and today is one such day for me. Four Points by Sheraton at Agra is a new property and while…
A Japanese sushi that uses raw fish is an acquired taste for most Indians who love to bhuno their food. Japan is one country that is very close to nature and even worships it. Their food, hence, is one of the healthiest and requires very little cooking However, one of the tastiest words, ‘umami’,…
I am back at The California Pizza Kitchen for their Mexifornian promotion that will be going on till 21st June at all outlets. I had been here for the launch about a year ago but was not too excited to write about it. But this time, one can see the positive changes that the new…
