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Kangan is the signature Indian restaurant of The Westin chain of hotels which specializes in cuisine from the North Western frontier. The hotel has its branches all over India and at times it becomes a challenge to cater to all its patrons who come from a wide base of culinary diversity. They hav…
Thanks to a growing multitude of Indians willing to experiment with their taste buds, there has been a veritable explosion of restaurants, whether stand alone or in hotels, seeking to entice the new, adventurous Indian diner. With the competition so high and stand alone restaurants giving them a…
Sofitel in Mumbai has truly carved out a multi-dimensional/multi-cultural identity for itself in the hospitality industry. Apart from bringing in International Chefs from their various renowned properties, they have also encouraged Indian and local talent by way of various Food Festivals. So whet…
Being the first one to arrive for the class, I had the good fortune of spending some one on one time with this beautiful, humble and warm lass who was a contestant in MasterChef Australia 2014 – Sarah Todd. We connected immediately and she shared notes on cooking, stress of cooking under so many…
Mumbai, Monday, October 20, 2014: Gaylord Mumbai, the city’s heritage fine dining restaurant has added a Classic Continental Power Lunch to its repertoire. Designed to attract today’s time conscious corporate warrior, the meal is a well-balanced continental delight with a turnaround of just 30 mi…
The tasteful 5 relocates to a new address, with a neighbourhood-feel elegant restaurant and a contemporary all day bar. 20th October 2014, Mumbai: Last evening, the city witnessed a grand opening of 5 – The Restaurant that promises to get bigger, better and bolder with a touch of epicurean finess…
Movies and food are the two top source of entertainment for any Indian. And what shall come through if both these were to come together, was the first thought that crossed my mind on getting an invitation to review “Mumbai Matinee”, a new cafe at Sector 18, Noida. As the name goes, I was told…
View of the mountains and lush greenery, cityscapes and the blue see yonder; that’s the view I found myself admiring during my visit to Westin in Goregaon last Sunday. This hotel is probably the last five star hotel in the western suburbs if one was to drive towards Virar. Right off the western e…
Rajasthan is the land of sand dunes and beautiful palaces; a land of traditions, of vibrant colours and above all wonderful people. The people of the land pride themselves in being one of the most hospitable people in India and live by the adage “Atithi Devo Bhava” (Guest is God). I got to experi…
Gaylord at Churchgate is a unique time wrap experience where classic in 50s style meets modern design, where young global visitors experience an open-air courtyard (now endangered), where classic pan Indian cuisine marries a modern bakery. No wonder Gaylord is a favorite family weekend dining des…
On a balmy September evening I entered the double level portico of Yauatcha with its desserts array on the left and a broad, no-nonsense, sleek, lighted, glass staircase rising on the right. The grey, black and white décor illunminated by inlaid lights and lustrous modern hanging lights spelled c…
Sofitel Mumbai is one of those few five star properties that keep reinventing themselves through continuous innovative F&B promotions. In the past we have seen them hosting food festivals in their restaurants ranging from a Charcuterie experience to traditional regional Palanpuri festival. This t…
