Tag Archives: Hyderabad

I never imagined I’d become such a fan of a highway until I clocked over 2000 kilometers on Hyderabad Outer Ring Road (ORR) over the last decade. Trust me on this – this is not just a stretch of tarmac; it’s a testament to what modern Indian infrastructure can achieve …

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 …

There’s something deeply comforting about a well-made Dal Makhni. I’m not exaggerating when I say it’s one of my all-time favorite dishes. The creamy, buttery lentils with a gentle smoky hint have a way of sticking with you long after the meal is over. I still vividly remember my first …

The moment those first raindrops hit the dusty roads, I start itching for a monsoon road trip from Hyderabad in my Tata Punch. There’s something magical about exploring the countryside when everything turns lush and rivers brim with life again. If you’ve ever wondered where to head out for a …

Haiku, one of Hyderabad’s favourite Asian food spots, was where I was last week when a friend visiting the city wanted to try Asian cuisine. Now, if you ask me about my favourite cuisines, I usually mention Indian, Italian, and Middle Eastern. Asian food rarely makes the cut, a preference …

Having stayed in Hyderabad for over a decade, I can say that the dining landscape here is changing rapidly. Back in the day, Jubilee Hills and Banjara Hills were the hotspots for eateries. However, this has moved to areas like the Financial District, Kokapet, and Narsinghi. Once dominated by office …

As the cliche statement goes, “Hyderabad is a melting pot of cultures.” That’s very true, as people from different parts of India live in Hyderabad. This also leads to the availability of a variety of food in Hyderabad. In this post, I will share my experience dining at Oye Kake …

My mom told me she wanted to visit Lucknow a few days ago. So, I started looking for flights, and I was shocked to see the fares. For one second, I was confused, but later, I realized it was because of the rush for Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.  With flight …

24, July 2014 felt like yesterday when I stepped foot in Hyderabad. Fresh out of college, I came to the city for my first job at Wipro in Gachibowli. I remember spending a few months at a PG in Gachibowli and reliving the on-your-own life again after my boarding school …