The heavens opened as Mum and I turned into the gates of the Grand Hyatt Goa. It had been raining on and off for the last two days, but we already knew what to expect from the weather gods in mid-June, when we were booked here for a relaxing staycation.…
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Whether Goa’s balmy, humid climate makes it too uncomfortable for you to venture out and explore, or the monsoons leave you rained in, you can be sure that when you stay at the Grand Hyatt, Goa, or even just visit the property for a day, you’ll never be short of things…
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Goa always surprises with hidden restaurants and my latest find, Amrapali House of Grace, is proof of that. For years, I’ve passed by this 100-year-old villa on the way to the airport (and on countless trips to South Goa). Everyone has, even you, if you stay in Goa! And like…
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Take in gorgeous views of the capital city with dinner and drinks at Goa’s newest (and only) off-shore restaurant! Be it at peak summer time, or at sun-down on a particularly pleasant day, dining al fresco at this vibrant waterside restaurant while you gaze at the river can be the…
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Ramadan is a month-long festival celebrated by Muslims. People observe a fast during the day, refraining from eating and drinking, while spending time in prayer and abstinence. Before the sun rises, Muslims consume a meal called Suhoor to get them through the day-long fast. At sundown, the fast is broken…
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The city of Nizams and lip-smacking good Biryani, the monumental Charminar, and luxurious Pochampalli silk sarees…the chosen city for India’s first IKEA store! Hyderabad, an enthralling place, popularly called ‘The City of Pearls,’ is one of India’s many bustling metropolitan cities and one that offers visitors an array of things…
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Foodies from around the country would have heard of ‘Pista House,’ the brand that’s world-renowned for making, what is often called Hyderabad’s best Haleem – a Ramzan delicacy. This gooey dish dating back to the time of the Nizams can look quite unappetizing to a first-timer, and just like sushi,…
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Edit – Davide’s Pizzeria has now shifted to Siolim. As word spreads, Davide’s Pizza is poised to raise the bar for Italian Food in Goa. Set along the Candolim-Sinquerim Road, very close to Fort Aguada, this charming eatery is slowly but surely making waves. From the road, you’ll see the…
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Hey there! Longing for a sweet summer holiday, are you? I know what it feels like to be surrounded by more skyscrapers than lush foliage. And at times like those, some soothing views while you press the pause button on life and slow down at a darling little cafe in…
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Welcome back! Lately, it seems like I can’t drive around Goa without bumping into a food truck or two. Gone are the days when “proper” restaurants were the only places to dine at. Goans and tourists are flocking to food trucks in Goa for some delish cheap eats and fuss-free…
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With new restaurants constantly opening up in Goa, it’s so easy to forget those that have long-held their own in what is now a cut-throat industry. Goa’s oldest and most characterful restaurants still make their mark on the state’s ever-changing dining scene and while culinary trends may come and go,…
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