Food

There’s a specific kind of craving that hits me every few months – the kind that only vada pav or a proper Pav Bhaji can fix. I grew up loving Mumbai street food, and every time I was in Mumbai, one meal was a standing appointment at a street stall …

Hyderabad’s food scene has been doing something interesting over the last couple of years. The city has always had a strong identity around Hyderabadi cuisine – the biryani, the Irani chai, the haleem – and rightly so. But layered on top of that, there’s been a quiet but steady influx …

I’ll never forget my first set menu experience at Once Upon a Time in Ameerpet with Chef Vignesh. As someone who always believed star hotels needed at least 50 buffet items to justify their price, Chef Vignesh completely changed my perspective with his meticulously crafted set menu. It proved that …

Hyderabad’s Knowledge City and Knowledge Park have long been known as buzzing corporate hubs, home to IT parks, multinational offices, and tech start-ups. But over the past few years, these have quietly transformed into some of Hyderabad’s most exciting food destinations. I never thought my regular work stomping ground would …

The moment I landed in London for KubeCon in early spring 2024, I knew my trip wouldn’t be complete without diving into the city’s vibrant food scene. Having already spent some memorable days exploring Scotland’s breathtaking landscapes and culture and enjoying London’s urban charm, I was eager to discover one …

While Kokapet is evolving, another space that’s becoming home to a lot of eateries is Sattva Knowledge Park, the place is not only a home to a lot of offices but also a lot of eateries as well. From the well known brands like Simply South, Hard Rock Cafe, to …

I’ll be honest upfront – I’m a North India palate kind of guy. When it comes to Asian food, I usually hesitate. Sushi? Nope. Tofu? Hard pass. I’m more at home with hearty Dal Makhni, Paneer Butter Masala, or even the street-style chaat of Delhi and Lucknow. But when I …

What if I told you that North Andhra cuisine is completely different from the fiery Andhra food most people know? When you think of Andhra food, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the tongue-tingling spice and heat levels that challenge even the bravest foodies. But Uttarandhra – …

South Indian cuisine is almost synonymous with idli and dosa – those humble, fermented rice and lentil pancakes and steamed cakes that have become staples in households across India and beyond. But here’s the thing: when you think of Hyderabad, dosa rarely jumps to mind first. Instead, it’s all about …

Vegan and farm to table restaurants in Hyderabad have started to make a significant mark, bringing fresh, organic, and thoughtfully prepared food to the forefront. And let me tell you, it’s been a delightful journey exploring these spaces. If you’re like me, someone who’s been a vegetarian in Hyderabad for …