Where farm meets fork: A food journey in Habarana, Sri Lanka

Where farm meets fork: A food journey in Habarana, Sri Lanka

Having practically grown up on Sri Lankan food, thanks to a parent from the country, makes me somewhat picky when it comes to how spicy my pol sambol is or how soft yet crisp hoppers (appams) need to be. And yet, Sri Lanka manages to surprise me time and again with its food — its freshness, […]

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Where farm meets fork: A food journey in Habarana, Sri Lanka

Where farm meets fork: A food journey in Habarana, Sri Lanka

Having practically grown up on Sri Lankan food, thanks to a parent from the country, makes me somewhat picky when it comes to how spicy my pol sambol is or how soft yet crisp hoppers (appams) need to be. And yet, Sri Lanka manages to surprise me time and again with its food — its freshness, […]

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From rezala to biryani: Here’s why you should head to this rooftop restaurant in Kolkata

From rezala to biryani: Here’s why you should head to this rooftop restaurant in Kolkata

Manzilat Fatima After climbing four floors we reach Manzilat’s. A little window by the staircase offers a glimpse of the kitchen, where through smoke and the clang of vessels rises the soft strains of The Beatles’ as Manzilat Fatima swings and swishes her ladle. As the unassuming wooden door to the terrace opens, we are […]

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From rezala to biryani: Here’s why you should head to this rooftop restaurant in Kolkata

From rezala to biryani: Here’s why you should head to this rooftop restaurant in Kolkata

Manzilat Fatima After climbing four floors we reach Manzilat’s. A little window by the staircase offers a glimpse of the kitchen, where through smoke and the clang of vessels rises the soft strains of The Beatles’ as Manzilat Fatima swings and swishes her ladle. As the unassuming wooden door to the terrace opens, we are […]

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Chef Suresh Pillai calls for an academy to promote, popularise and preserve Kerala’s culinary heritage

Chef Suresh Pillai calls for an academy to promote, popularise and preserve Kerala’s culinary heritage

“Mohanlal is a complete foodie. He enjoys exploring different kinds of cuisines, cooking and having good food. His tastes are not confined to any one cuisine; he enjoys several kinds of food he has had during his travels,” says Chef and restaurateur Suresh Pillai. At times, the actor opts for customised diets. Sometimes, the chef […]

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Kolkata’s iconic Peter Cat is on a list of the 150 Most Legendary Restaurants in the World. Here’s what to order

Kolkata’s iconic Peter Cat is on a list of the 150 Most Legendary Restaurants in the World. Here’s what to order

The familiar and comforting interiors at Peter Cat Over the weekend, Siddharth Kothari woke up to a message that made him smile. Iconic Peter Cat, one of the restaurants owned by his family, made it to a list of the 150 Most Legendary Restaurants in the World. The establishment, which opened its doors in Calcutta […]

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Kolkata’s iconic Peter Cat is on a list of the 150 Most Legendary Restaurants in the World. Here’s what to order

Kolkata’s iconic Peter Cat is on a list of the 150 Most Legendary Restaurants in the World. Here’s what to order

The familiar and comforting interiors at Peter Cat A plate of chelo kebab Over the weekend, Siddharth Kothari woke up to a message that made him smile. Iconic Peter Cat, one of the restaurants owned by his family, made it to a list of the 150 Most Legendary Restaurants in the World. The establishment, which […]

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Mumbai’s 34-year-old seafood restaurant Bharat Excellensea’s menu gets an upgrade

Mumbai’s 34-year-old seafood restaurant Bharat Excellensea’s menu gets an upgrade

Chef Ananda Solomon at Bharat Excellensea | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement One can only imagine what it must feel like to be in a hot kitchen at this time of the year. So, when Chef Ananda Solomon steps out after the lunch service, and proceeds to sit opposite us on a table, his first question […]

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