Awadhi Affair, GK-1, New Delhi

On time delivery with top notch packaging Mutton Seekh Kebab: The fineness of the minced meat is commendable but the spiciness level mars this snack. Moreover, the seekh is not as firm as it should be. Bharwa Malai Soya Chaap: This beauty is a heaven for vegetarians and non vegetarians alike. The finely minced mixture…

Mountains o’ mountains

Dear Himalayas, Greetings of the day to you, whether you are the lofty Greater Himalayas, the enchanting Middle Himalayas (Himachal) or the mud and pebble laden Lesser Himalayas (Shiwaliks). You see, the biggest regret of my life till date is not exploring your mesmerizing valleys, climbing your challenging peaks and relishing the sense of achievement…

The Turkey Project, Defence Colony, New Delhi

The food industry continues to develop at an exponential pace and this has resulted in a mushrooming of outlets which fail to deliver on quality. So when you visit a small café specialising in Italian cuisine which surprises you with their unusual menu and mouth watering dishes, you know that you will have a good…

Travelogue – Come and enjoy the pristine white sand beaches of Lakshwadeep

Can you keep yourself away from the clear turquoise blue waters of Lakshwadeep after you have visited the Andamans? An absolute no! Compared to the Andaman islands, Laccadive and Minicoy are difficult to visit because prior permission is required from the Government of India. There is only one aeroplane which flies from Cochin to Agatti…

Open letter to my future mother-in-law

Respected Mother-in-law Funny, how people close to me keep teasing me that you are to be dreaded and revered at. And funny, how my previous manager said that you’ll be the one to straighten me up ( I have already improved myself a lot, so lesser tasks in your kitty now) Let’s get somethings straight,…

Orient Heritage, Malviya Nagar, New Delhi

Lamb with ginger spring onion chilli – Fashioned in chips with julliened vegetables – carrots and bell peppers, these were way too chewy. Fiery chicken dimsums – Thin translucent skin enclosing finely minced chicken with the lovely flavours of garlic and chilli, these were BOMB. Chilli Basil chicken dimsums – Mellow and adorned with caramelized…

BEING A GIRL

Sleeping in my mother’s womb, I dream about empty rooms, I hear happy voices from outside, as I kick the surrounding walls wide.   Nine months hence, I finally come out, and I get the love of everyone without any doubt, Lined with kohl, my eyes see pink, as that is the colour of a…

Rice and Spice Delhi, Malviya Nagar, New Delhi

Packaging: Good On time delivery Awadhi mutton dum biryani: The mutton pieces were available in plenty and were mellow in taste but the biryani was way too spicy. Awadhi dum biryani is supposed to be high on flavours and low on spices but the case was opposite here. There were bundles of raw spices, burnt…

Travel musings #2

And they tell you that travel is fun They tell you to travel is to invite the hues of life They tell you to take your bulky DSLR’S Waiting to click the myriad images But they never tell you That it is unpredictable Unwarranted And will sometimes make you cry Will tire your body And…

Recipe of macaroni

Ingredients 250 gm Macaroni 3-4 cloves of garlic 3-4 green chillies 5 tomatoes 2 medium sized onions Garam masala Salt Procedure Boil water in a pan and add salt and oil to it. Add macaroni to the pan and let it boil for 5-10 mins or till the time it becomes firm. Drain the water…