Mexican culture has always been a montage of colours and vibrancy. The aim of those big fat ceremonies at large is simple- to bring people together, in happiness and in death. Yes! Death! The Latinos world over are known to celebrate the Dia De Los Meurtos or the Day of the Dead. This multi-day…
Tête-à-Tea With Sips Of Monsoon @ Cafe Pranah
Foreward: Cafe Pranah is currently hosting 'Sips Of Monsoon' - a one of a kind Tea Festival that has about 20 different kinds of teas you could sip and replenish. The festival is on till the 30th September, 2016. I was graciously invited for a preview and what follows next; well, take it with A…
The Delights Of Di(e)shbhakti : An August 15th Special
What is the first thing that pops up when I say 15th of August? Patriotism? Films on television? Added Holiday? Ok just kidding! It’s been 70 years since our country attained Independence from the British. Those infinite sacrifices, the immense struggle and the determination involved to get India to this juncture, has been nothing…
Que Up For A Heritage Hiatus At The Astor, Kolkata
Disclaimer: I was invited to be a part of an exclusive girly luncheon at the Astor Hotel, Kolkata's on going food festival "Remembering Our Heritage With Food". What follows is my experience of the festival at large and the food given to taste. Take it with A Pinch Of Salt! Think of Kebabs and your…
Something Fishy In Calcutta City?
Foreward: In a city that takes pride in their Coastal connection, the Monsoons just become the perfect catalyst to enjoy sea food in Kolkata. Then again, does one need a reason to enjoy the Bangaali Maach at all? Calcutta as I love calling it, is an acclaimed foodies paradise. While on one hand there are…
Why The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata Should Be On Your Weekend List

If your idea of dinner is a quiet relaxing ambience, reminiscing the essence of nature and satiating the feeling of food cooked in an open fire, the Legacy Grill at The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata is the perfect place to be. With their limited period Grill and Chill Festival (8th July till 17th July 2016), patrons can enjoy 10 varieties of grilled delicacies accompanied with 7 equally relishing sauces; gushed down with a glass of wine or a pint of beer for dinner.
Mind Blowing Food Offers You’d Love Me For Posting
I'll keep it short and simple. There are so many offers and meal deals Kolkata restaurants are spewing out time and again and it becomes difficult to keep a watchful eye one each and every one of them. So I’ve been generous and accumulated some offers doing the rounds at the moment. Go ahead…….. Take…
Parsi Food Festival At Blu, Aauris : An Honest Experience

Disclaimer: I was graciously invited by the Zomato team to be a part of their Bloggers meet and attend the preview of the Parsi Food Festival, at Blu: Aauris hotel, Kolkata. The following piece clearly denotes my overall dining experience and has nothing to do with any sort of promotional activity whatsoever. Whatever comes your…
Food Festivals To Watch Out For In Kolkata
Ciao foodies, all the way from Greece! Yeah, showing off that I'm out on a vacation you see! But, barring that, this holiday was a much needed one and details shall be posted soon. Back home in Kolkata, I see a lot of interesting food festivals taking place and obviously I will share the details…
Summer Rejuvenation At Cafe Pranah
Kolkata, May 25, 2016: Cafe Pranah has always been a guilt free indulgence and a soul satisfying experience for me since it's inception last year. Bearing the flag of being the city's first "soul food"destination, Pranah is a boon for those who love eating healthy without compromising on taste. "Food should be enjoyed and not…