Bar Bar Dekho : The Story Of Bean To Bar Chocolates in India

One never needs an excuse to order Chocolate. Perhaps the world’s most favorite cube to indulge in, the humble chocolate has caught everyone’s fancy. According to the data published by the CBI Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the total consumption of chocolate in the world reached 7.7 million metric tons in 2019. But behind one of our favorite foods is a $103 billion industry with aspects most people don’t know about — some sweet, and others that might leave a bitter taste in your mouth. 

Dindigul Thalappakatti: A hidden genre of Biryani with a Global Recognition

When it comes to Biryani, only 5 varieties linger on my tastebuds- the Kolkata style, the Lucknow style, the Malabar, the Awadhi and the Hyderabad style. However, a trip to Paris 2 years ago, introduced me to a whole new style of biryani called the Dindigul Biryani , which is a Tamil style of Biryani.

Food For Walk : The Office Edition

Preface: 3 Food Bloggers. 3 Street Food Destinations. 1 Unique Collaboration. That’s the idea of what you’re about to read and feast your eyes on! This is the story of how Foodie Dada, Kolkata Foodie and A Pinch Of Salt decided to head out for not your regular food walk, but to explore those gastronomical terrains that satiate the hunger of 1000s of employees in the city. Read on!

The Ultimate Durga Puja Listicle: Kolkata

Preface: The title says it all. A lot of eateries, a whole lot of festive fervor. Come, check out the Ultimate Durga Puja Listicle of a myriad of offers pouring along. Let the feast begin!

Calcutta Chai Par Charcha

Preface: Five establishments in Kolkata have decided to pay their tribute to the Monsoon season, by introducing a curated Monsoon festival, you would die to be a part of! Read on!

Top 6 Mango Festivals In Kolkata You Must Luxuriate In

Preface: Like every year, the Mango Monarchy is here yet again to rule your hearts and taste buds this summer. I for one always used to associate my school summer holidays with the advent of Mangoes. These delicious, luscious and juicy treasures are currently dawning a new avatar at these SIX specially curated Mango festivals in Kolkata. Go ahead and take your pick!

Kolkata Hears A New “Hello!” With Hola!

Disclaimer: I was invited by the management and PR of Hola! for a food tasting. What follows next is an honest experience. Take it with A Pinch Of Salt!

The Revamped Return Of Serafina, Quest Mall

Disclaimer: I was invited by the management of Serafina, Kolkata for food tasting. What follows next is an honest experience. Take it with A Pinch Of Salt!

PS. Special thanks to Ms. Sushmita Kundu for lending me her handset to click pictures while my phone battery died.

The Salt House : A European Thoroughfare With A Twist

Disclaimer: I was invited by the management and PR of The Salt House for food tasting. What follows next is an honest experience. Take it with A Pinch Of Salt!