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The recently concluded food bloggers meet at The Dirty Martini at the Olive, Qutub was different and refreshing. Different because there was no pre-set agenda, and refreshing as it allowed fellow bloggers to meet in a comforting environment where exotic food and drinks freely flowed throughout th…
[Rated: 3.5/5] Noida is finally waking up to good eating joints. Not that Radisson MBD offered anything less, but the new menu at Made in India restaurant, is much better. The rooftop at the restaurant depicts Devanagiri script along with images of Indian musical instruments. The décor which hasn…
[Rated: 2.5/5] Over the past few months, the Oberoi Mall at Goregaon (East) is working towards a shift in image – with a set of modern and higher profile stores for its visitors. With the opening of the second Starbucks in India, the mall has certainly arrived on the Mumbai map. Walking to the PVR…
[Rated: 3.5/5] With a fabulous experience at Smoke House BBQ, it was but natural to visit the newly launched Smoke House Deli at Khan Market. Smoke House Deli has been in DLF Promenade at Vasant Kunj since 2009 but it missed my attention. The 75-odd covers at Smoke House Deli is spread over 2 flo…
[Rated: 2.5/5] Eating out at Bercos has always evoked strong reactions amongst the people I know. Either they just love it, or there are few ‘Foodies’ who would avoid recommending it to others. I have been to Bercos, but I headed this time with a resolve to take notes and find out the reason for…
A truly fine meal is enjoyed not once but three times, -in anticipation, in consumption and in remembrance. I have been a member of Delhi Gourmet Club (DGC) since inception but never participated in any of the earlier events. And it has its reasons. Coming from a middle class family, I am a firm…
[Rated: 4.0/5] There are few places in Gurgaon which can really bring the joy of eating out especially for a budget meal. ‘Ki Hangla’, meaning what a glutton, is a very small 6-months old outlet at Super Mart serving some good authentic Bengali stuff. The place is so small that you may miss it even…
I am back at Zomato Restaurant Summit 2013, which if I remember correctly, I attended last for 2012 some 8 months ago. Organised this time at Leela Kempinski Gurgaon, it has become a highly awaited event which is not only the official food guide but also includes pondering and discussions on many…
[Rated: 3.5/5] In my things to do before I bid goodbye is to enjoy a complete Kashmiri Wazwaan, which is normally served during Kashmiri marriages. Wazwaan consists of over 35 options for non-vegetarians and many more options for vegetarian. It is a extremely difficult to get these dishes on a no…
Saby needs no introduction. He is the most humble and hard working chef I have met. Chef Sabyasachi Gorai (Saby), winner of President’s award, National Tourism Award (2011-12) and lately winning the title of Best Chef in India by Varli Awards in US, was the most obvious choice when we decided to…
[Rated: 3.5/5] Cafe Pico – Phoenix Market City (Kurla), is one amongst seven Pico outlets in Mumbai. It is setup as a small, cozy World cuisine cafe that opened its heart to a crowd of bloggers on the 29th of November, 2012. Nestled on the first floor of the sprawling, up-coming mall, Cafe Pico s…
[Rated: 2.5/5] Neat and clean ambience, courteous staff and product uniformity is ensured when a professionally run company sets up a chain serving South Indian food; Vaango. What it does not ensure is the authentic fare. Vaango meaning ‘Welcome’ is the new chain by Devyani International (same pe…
