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I sell only what I eat, says Kuldeep Gupta, the man behind an organic store in Chandigarh. Recently, he brought his passion for clean eating along with his son Arjun and daughter Saru to Delhi by opening Organic Bistro in Khan Market. During my visit, he proudly showcased the organic ingredients…
These days, there’s no dearth of restaurants, and most of them not only look and feel the same, but their menus are so interchangeable that you could swap one with another and few would notice. Matram, a new entrant in regional Indian cuisine, stands apart. From its traditional aesthetic to a men…
There was a time when Sahara Star, with its iconic dome and enviable location near Mumbai Airport, was among the city’s proudest hospitality offerings. A favorite of many visiting the city for business or leisure, it carried a promise of elegance, comfort, and good food. That star, sadly, has fad…
Royal China at The Chanakya, New Delhi, has long been a favourite for those who take their Chinese food seriously. On a recent afternoon, I revisited this elegant 100-seater to catch up with an old friend over lunch—and left reminded of why this restaurant continues to hold its place among the ci…
We had set out to dine at a Japanese restaurant at South Point Mall, but a timely suggestion from my friend rerouted us to Peng You Quan, a Chinese restaurant tucked away in the same complex. I’d heard about this place before and even made a few half-hearted plans, but somehow they never came thr…
I’ve often found myself fretting over the steep pricing of dishes across most restaurants in Gurgaon. It feels like everyone’s serving fine-dine fare, and for regular diners like me, it really hits the pocket. Whatever happened to those simple, sit-down restaurants (not talking street food carts)…
I’ve just returned from an unforgettable evening at The Pit, a new barbecue and grill restaurant that has set up shop at the Global Foyer Mall on Golf Course Road, Gurgaon. And if there’s one thing I can’t stop doing—it’s raving about the experience. For a city like Gurgaon, which has been yearni…
There are restaurants that serve good food, and then there are restaurants that craft experiences. The newly opened XO and Mi at Le Meridien New Delhi confidently falls in the latter category. Nestled on a higher floor of the iconic hotel, this Asian dining destination offers not just a menu of w…
If you’re weary of Insta-itineraries and whirlwind checklists, perhaps it’s time to let Nagaland happen to you—slowly, deliberately, and with the grace of a place untouched by frenzy. This Northeastern gem invites not a race, but a pause. Here, you don’t “do” a holiday; you dwell in it. Landing L…
Tucked away in the lush folds of the Kumaon hills lies a lake of nine corners—Naukuchiyatal—an emerald secret that still shimmers in its serenity, away from the better-trodden paths of Nainital and Bhimtal. And now, it has a luxurious new address: Naukuchia House, a recently renovated 42-room pro…
In an age where the young crave fusion and the old yearn for familiarity, family outings often fall victim to culinary conflict. Sensing an opportunity, Masala Synergy—formerly a premium cloud kitchen brand—has launched its first dine-in restaurant at IFC, Gurgaon, promising to bridge this genera…
Disclaimer: This article is for those who appreciate indulgence or are curious about where the rich and famous savor their meals. The upscale Malcha Marg market has a new culinary gem, and it’s already the talk of Delhi’s elite. Boya, a Japanese fine-dining restaurant, is creating waves—but discr…
