Goa is a melting pot of cultures, but until a decade ago, one wouldn’t find a wide variety of cuisines available. There were a fair number of Italian restaurants and those serving Continental fare, but in terms of regional Indian food, it was limited to North Indian or more specifically,…
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When I was younger, I wished I had more than 4 people in my family so that I’d have more birthdays to celebrate. And more cake to enjoy throughout the year. It wasn’t until I started earning my own money that I realized that I don’t need to wait for…
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If you are one to dare to explore the dark side of the moon, Goa should be the first place you visit. The state is a treasure trove of some elaborate and immersive travel experiences. Step away from Goa’s sandy shores and you’ll find memorable experiences that are hard to…
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With Goa transitioning from being merely a weekend destination to a place for slow travel (courtesy of the pandemic), it has become increasingly common for travellers to bring their pets along on holiday. Even among Goans living in the state, the trend of taking one’s pet along for a meal,…
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Growing up in Goa, my culinary experiences were different from those of my friends in metro cities and northern India. While rotis were a rare treat for us (my brother and I ate them perhaps once a year), they were a staple for them. Drinking fresh cow’s milk and eating…
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Goa is a treasure trove of cultural secrets that for a long while, were being passed on as heirlooms of a time gone by. However, some flavours from our grandmothers’ stories face the possibility of being forgotten forever. For instance, the ever-changing and demanding urban and professional landscape leaves families…
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While some days demand to be kickstarted with a bowl of Upma or oats, some others want to ease into it with a hearty spread of a lazy English breakfast. A good platter of eggs well-done, sausages, bacon and toast with a side of butter and jam, can never go…
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Casinos have been a thrilling recreational activity for people looking for a change. The food, games and a chance at making it big in a game can be exhilarating. Goa is one of the only three states in India to host and celebrate casinos. While land casinos can be fun,…
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Hey, hey! My blogging skills are a bit rusty since it’s been ages since I’ve posted on ThatGoanGirl! I’ll admit I haven’t been motivated to blog at *all* for the last year – and while I did start out by feeling guilty about it, I got over that pretty quickly…
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Covid-19 has taken over the better part of the year, instilling fear and uncertainty in most of us, but if you drive around Goa today, you may find yourself wondering whether the pandemic even exists. With tourist attractions packed to the brim and tourists thronging to beach-side restaurants, it seems…
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Breakfast isn’t hugely important in Goa – we don’t usually think twice about what we eat for the first meal of the day, unless it’s a leisurely weekend – in which case, bring out the pattice and bhaji-paos! It’s surprising and refreshing, then, to find a Goan café dedicated to…
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