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My trip to New Delhi on July 16th 2016 was marked by many a setback and sudden developments. From the time I missed my flight to the torrential rains in the capital that morning, some things just did not go my way to start with. But about the things that did go right, my stay at the prestigious Metropolitan Hotel and Spa at Bangal Sahib Road topped them all. Earlier known to Delhites as Hotel Nikko, this unique property stands atop in the heart of Central Delhi a stone’s thro

You were supposed to be scared of the dark....That's what the punchline reads. And yes, you better be! Because if you do not dirty Diana is going to switch off your lights anyway. From the director of The Conjuring, comes another horror story exploring the realms of the human mind bordering Disturbia. Being inmates of the same mental institution, the secluded Diana with a rare skin condition of photosensitivity made friends with Sophie. Her accidental electrocution haunts Sof

Indian Accent needs no introduction. Tucked away from the busy streets of New Delhi, at a serene location inside the Friend’s Colony stands the epitome of contemporary Indian Cuisine. Located at the ground floor of the Manor hotel, this unique boutique restaurant has not only won numerous awards in hospitality, but is often considered to be the best in its category Pan India. Showcasing the best of Indian cuisine, Indian Accent amalgamates global ingredients and innovative te

Located right at the heart of Indiranagar 100 Feet Road, a stone’s throw away from Tailorman is Bangalore’s latest hotspot-G77 Cafe. Owned by the MRG group, this strategically located new lounge bar in town puts the class back into Indiranagar where new bars open every second week. What makes G77 different are their themed décor, chic interiors and their well-trained staff. I was invited to review the venue by Neeraj Sharma, Head of Operations. Neel Sharma, my dear friend han

There are great dining experiences, and then there are the ones which are an experience of a lifetime. Indian Kitchen, standing tall on the heart of Mahatma Gandhi Road is not just another restaurant serving North Indian cuisine, but is undoubtedly one of the Top 3 in this genre. I had the privilege to be invited by Chef Shaikh Ishtekhar Mohammed, Executive Brand Chef of Indian Kitchen for a private tasting of their delectable delicacies. Chef explained in detail to me about

Vietnamese food, in its authentic form is tough to find in Bengaluru. Apart from an iconic venue at one of Garden City’s Heritage Hotels, none deserve a mention. Not until Benjarong, one of the best Thai restaurants located at Ulsoor Road decided to host the Hello Saigon Food Festival. I was lucky to be invited for a special tasting curated by Chefs Nguyen This Nho and Ly Kim Ngan to stir up their magic from Mainland Vietnam right in the heart of Bengaluru. I joined Biju, the

Located at the Northern part of Bangalore, bordering the busy and overcrowded Manyata Tech Park is the Howard Johnson Hotel. One of the iconic hotel chains of the US, they have been in the city for over 2 years now. Their plush and chic interiors remind you of a bygone era interspersed with contemporary urbane chic ambience to match up to the demanding business traveller of today. The Nest, their All Day Dining is hosting the Amare Roma, a traditional Italian Food Festival sh

More often than not, you get invited to a Food Festival upholding the tradition and the gastronomic significance of the very State we live in. The Uttara Kannada Stories, showcasing the best of delicacies from North Karnataka is one such event currently running at the Cubbon Pavilion, ITC Gardenia. North Karnataka has myriad influences in food from the neighbouring state of Maharashtra. The dishes here feature abundant use of Black Pepper and Red Chilli in their curries. Also