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Cocktails that cast a spell!

On a recent visit to this iconic hotel chain’s pool side alfresco bar, Aqua , I was privy to not just some delicious food, but also some very interesting concoctions – all thanks to their new talented manager Swaroop @the_perfect_mixologist Swaroop showcases a passion for cocktails and the craft that very few beginners in the… Continue reading Cocktails that cast a spell!

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#Aamlicious Festival at Khandani Rajdhani

The annual #Aamlicious festival at #KhandaniRajdhani recently commenced, and a few of us were invited to their Indiranagar, Bangalore to savor the offerings of this season. While the menu boasts of some classic hits, it also showcases some delicious #Mango and mango-centric dishes! At the tasting, we samples the below list : The Aamlicious festival… Continue reading #Aamlicious Festival at Khandani Rajdhani

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Hungry at Hungry Hippie!

Thin crust pizzas with unconventional toppings, delicious street-style food, shakes that are on point and an overall Goa-ish vibe- that’s Hungry Hippie in Koramangala for you.  Not to miss out on the range of Hookah Flavors, including special GoT inspired concoctions.    Located inconspicuously near the Empire restaurant in Koramangala, Hungry Hippie is a place… Continue reading Hungry at Hungry Hippie!

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Celebrating 25 years of The Oberoi, Bengaluru

Le Jardin at The Oberoi, Bengaluru is hosting a special buffet lunch, till the 26th of August, commemorating the mile stone of 25 years of being operational.  A daily changing menu will offer signature dishes from all the restaurants of the hotel from its inception in 1992 up till 2017! Le Jardin is a restaurant… Continue reading Celebrating 25 years of The Oberoi, Bengaluru

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Japanese Zensations Menu at Zen at The Leela Palace Hotel, Bangalore. 

Zen at The Leela Palace Hotel in Bangalore has always been known for serving spectacular Japanese food that goes beyond the Sushis, Sashimis and Teppenyakis.  I fondly remember my first experience at Zen last year, amidst company of the members of the Rotarian Wine Fellowship of India, Bangalore chapter, for dinner. The dining experience was… Continue reading Japanese Zensations Menu at Zen at The Leela Palace Hotel, Bangalore. 

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The Fairfield Masterclass with Chef Michael Swamy and Chef Sudhir Nair at Fairfield Marriott, Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru. 

Fairfield Marriott at Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru recently hosted a masterclass featuring their Executive Chef Sudhir Nair and internationally acclaimed Chef Michael Swamy. The masterclass saw these two culinary geniuses create some close-to-home dishes, with much élan.  Chef Sudhir started by preparing Parripu Pradhaman- A traditional dessert from Kerala, made with lentils, jaggery and coconut… Continue reading The Fairfield Masterclass with Chef Michael Swamy and Chef Sudhir Nair at Fairfield Marriott, Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru. 

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The Vijayagara Feast at Cubbon Pavilion, ITC Gardenia, Bengaluru. 

Established in the 14th century AD by two brothers from the Sangama Dynasty, the Vijayanagara empire was based in the Deccan Plateau region of southern India. The empire was a prominent and powerful; one whose reign lasted well over 200 years, before it was defeated at the battle of Talikota. Remains of the capital city… Continue reading The Vijayagara Feast at Cubbon Pavilion, ITC Gardenia, Bengaluru. 

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Launch of Shizusan Shophouse and Bar at Phoenix Market City, Bengaluru.

South-Eastern Asia is among the top culinary destinations in the world. Travels across this region, rich for its food and culture, are nothing short of a globe trotter’s treasure. A visit to any one of these countries, be it China, Japan, Burma, Vietnam, Korea, Phillipines, Malayasia or Thailand, is incomplete without experiencing the fantastic street-style… Continue reading Launch of Shizusan Shophouse and Bar at Phoenix Market City, Bengaluru.

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New Menu Launch at Farzi Cafe, UB City, Bengaluru

In the recent past, many restaurants have tried to offer their version of Modern Indian food. Most of them, however, have failed miserably. Flavors that don’t work together, pretentious presentations and the hasty need to do something new has been the primary cause. Farzi Cafe, from the house of Massive Restaurants, however, seems to have… Continue reading New Menu Launch at Farzi Cafe, UB City, Bengaluru

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Taste of Arabia Festival at The Market, The Ritz-Carlton, Bengaluru.

Nestled comfortably in the heart of the city’s CBD, The Ritz-Carlton, Bengaluru has, over the years, carved a niche for itself in the city’s ever expanding hospitality scape- be it with respect to it’s well-appointed rooms, the exemplary service, the wide range of F&B destinations, and the excellent food they serve. What this hotel has… Continue reading Taste of Arabia Festival at The Market, The Ritz-Carlton, Bengaluru.