Local bars and taverns have been an integral part of Goa’s local culture for generations. Every evening, men from villages around the state would make their way to their neighborhood watering hole for some local alcohol, chit-chat, and pass-time. While many local Goan bars still see only the village folk…
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Hey there, wanderers and dreamers! I finished posting my blogs on Sri Lanka a while ago, however, one question keeps popping up on my social media platforms: what was your Sri Lanka itinerary like? Now, I’m not a firm believer in following strict itineraries, as I think each person’s travel…
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I don’t know about you, but for me, Friday nights are when I crave some cheesy Italian goodness! Either that or a great burger! Goa loves its pizza and this Italian staple has come a long way with pizza joints taking their cheeses seriously, importing good ingredients, growing their own…
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Is there anything more tragic than a sad, little soggy croissant? There is! It’s bread disguised as a croissant? *shudder* These baked beauties aren’t hard to find in Goa, so for all of you seeking a croissant that stays true to its French roots, read on for your favourite Goan…
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Every restaurant in Goa offers something to satisfy your sweet tooth after a meal, but a precious few are worthy of featuring in a list of Goa’s best desserts. I’ve eaten my way through the below average gulab jamuns, the dense and dry cakes and whipped-cream-based Serra Duras to dig…
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The holiest shrine of the Sikhs, Harmandir Sahib, more popularly known as The Golden Temple sees throngs of visitors every single day. It is one of the most visited places in the world and everyone from the devout to the lost visits to take in the aura that the place…
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Ludhiana, one of Punjabs most populated and rapidly growing cities is an important place for trade and business. Read Punjab’s best blog for where to stay, eat and things to do.
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Crawling traffic, winding lanes, and mesmerizing views aside, Shillong offers a delightful array of cuisines, in addition to its own Khasi food (and other local food). It is quite the foodies’ paradise. The capital of one of the seven sister states of North East India – Meghalaya, this city has…
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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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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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