Farid fish corner (chitli qabar, Jama Masjid area, delhi)

In a nutshell: Lovely fried fish served straight from the wok, piping hot Address & other details: Farid fish Meal for 2: ₹200 onwards Cuisine type : non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one featured / sponsored reviews. YUMMRAJ believes … Continue reading Farid fish corner (chitli qabar, Jama Masjid area, delhi)

yummrajJune 19, 2022June 20, 2022Leave a comment

Asian Cuisine, DArjeeling local food, Gurgaon, India, Indian, nepali

Boju’s (1st floor, 32nd avenue, gurgaon)

In a nutshell: If u haven’t been here, you have missed a lovely home cooked Darjeeling meal in gurugram. An unreal experience- home cooked food served in a commercial restaurant. The recipes have not been tweaked much to meet commercial needs. Result – explosion of flavours, interplay of textures & simple food that tastes great. Address & other details: boju’s Instagram: boju’s Facebook: boju’s Meal … Continue reading Boju’s (1st floor, 32nd avenue, gurgaon)

yummrajJune 14, 2022June 14, 2022Leave a comment

Asian Cuisine, Delhi, Fusion, Gurgaon, India, Japanese

Harajuku Tokyo Cafe (2nd floor, ambience mall gurugram)

In a nutshell: We loved all that we ate that evening at harajuku – a funky, visually attractive, instafriendly Japanese street food themed cafe – not traditional but pop Japanese food Address & other details: harajuku Facebook : harajuku Instagram : harajuku Meal for 2: ₹750 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by … Continue reading Harajuku Tokyo Cafe (2nd floor, ambience mall gurugram)

yummrajJune 9, 2022Leave a comment

Awadhi (lucknow Dum cooking), Gurgaon, India, Indian

Gul’s kitchen by home chef Gul ali (home delivered, gurugram)

In a nutshell: Bowled over with the Lucknowi kabab & qorma, not the same feeling for dessert. Smooth interaction of placing order & receiving the food. Home delivered thru dunzo. Address & other details: +919871897268 Instagram – Gul’s kitchen Facebook – Gul’s kitchen Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited … Continue reading Gul’s kitchen by home chef Gul ali (home delivered, gurugram)

yummrajJune 5, 2022June 5, 2022Leave a comment

Gurgaon, India, Indian, marwadi, Rajasthani

Marwadi khana (home chef gurugram)

In a nutshell: Outstanding home made gujias that had thin crisp shells, the right amount of sweetness, the flavour of good ghee, every bite was a medley of textures. Loved both the platters we ordered – one snacky, one lunch. The food in general was really good – it seemed to be made in volume & i guess if cooked in small batches (like home) … Continue reading Marwadi khana (home chef gurugram)

yummrajJune 2, 2022June 2, 20222 Comments

drink, India, Indian, north Indian snacks (street food)

Chunnilal Tanwar sharbat wale Bikaner (delivered all over India)

In a nutshell: Very high on flavour & low on sweet, the sharbats from 83 years old shop, chunnilal sharbat wala, are pure joy Address & other details: Chunnilal Tanwar sharbat wale Meal for 2: ₹140 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. … Continue reading Chunnilal Tanwar sharbat wale Bikaner (delivered all over India)

yummrajMay 17, 2022May 17, 20222 Comments

Gurgaon, India, Indian, Kerala, malabari, South Indian

The Kerala food festival by Prima kurien (Amaranta, the Oberoi gurgaon)

In a nutshell: We were just blown away by the food at this festival. Period Address & other details: amaranta Meal for 2: ₹2000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one featured / sponsored … Continue reading The Kerala food festival by Prima kurien (Amaranta, the Oberoi gurgaon)

yummrajMay 13, 2022May 14, 2022Leave a comment

Fusion, Gurgaon, India, Indian

Saga (vatika atrium, sector 53, golf course road, gurugram)

In a nutshell: Loved eating out at this restaurant on two occasions – great food (only exception being a sad biryani), efficient staff who are always running around – warm personalised interaction on day 1, mostly transactional interactions on day 2, nice seating indoors & mosquito infested, uncomfortable seating outdoors. Address & other details: saga Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & … Continue reading Saga (vatika atrium, sector 53, golf course road, gurugram)

yummrajMay 10, 2022Leave a comment

Continental Cuisine, Delhi, European, french, India

Ladurèe (khan market, delhi)

In a nutshell: Two separate meals on two occasions – memorable. Great attention to detail on food. One of the best in that category in delhi – French cafe food (often better than at 5 star hotels). Candy shop kind of look & feel, highly Instagrammable. Good formal service. Address & other details: Ladurèe Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non … Continue reading Ladurèe (khan market, delhi)

yummrajMay 10, 2022May 14, 2022Leave a comment

Delhi, Goan, India, Indian, Kerala, malabari, Mangalorean, South Indian

Sana-di-ge (Commercial Centre, Malcha Marg, New Delhi)

In a nutshell: An outstanding coastal seafood lunch at a beautiful 3 storied standalone restaurant at Malcha Marg, nice interiors, very warm, well informed, well trained staff. Address & other details: Sana-di-ge Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill … Continue reading Sana-di-ge (Commercial Centre, Malcha Marg, New Delhi)

yummrajMay 4, 2022May 4, 2022Leave a comment

Delhi, India, Travel

Company painting exhibition tour event by Shagufta Siddhi, founder, ganga Jamuni (national museum, Janpath, delhi)

Disclaimer – I am not a student of art history. Neither am I an expert on it. In case you are a student of art history or an expert , I guess you can skip reading the rest of this post as this is an oversimplified narration for common people like us, who are non experts. We went to see an exhibition of company paintings … Continue reading Company painting exhibition tour event by Shagufta Siddhi, founder, ganga Jamuni (national museum, Janpath, delhi)

yummrajMay 2, 2022May 4, 20221 Comment

Mughlai, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, Rajasthani, tonk, Travel

A drive to Tonk, trip organized by Shagufta Siddhi (founder of Ganga Jamuni)

In a nutshell : A weekend visit to a city, that does not appear in many tourist maps of Rajasthan – Tonk. Lunch & conversations at a centuries old, haveli of an erstwhile royal family, a stunningly beautiful guest house built centuries ago, beautiful Tonk Masjid with a beautifully painted Mihrab, An Institution that has painfully collected, restored & stored original manuscripts of the medieval … Continue reading A drive to Tonk, trip organized by Shagufta Siddhi (founder of Ganga Jamuni)

yummrajApril 10, 2022April 11, 2022Leave a comment

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A trip to Bundi (curated & organised by Shagufta Siddhi, founder of ganga jamuni)

In a nutshell : A weekend visit to a hidden gem of Rajasthan – Bundi, that has unparalleled centuries old fresco paintings on ceilings, a compact & beautiful fort built tastefully over generations, unchanged old world charm, simple warm people, amazing artists who still live here & a lot more. Unlike other trips, we traveled in a group, trip beautifully & passionately curated & organised … Continue reading A trip to Bundi (curated & organised by Shagufta Siddhi, founder of ganga jamuni)

yummrajApril 5, 2022April 11, 20225 Comments

Gurgaon, India, Indian, kashmiri

The glory of Gulmarg, a kashmiri Food festival (three sixty one, the oberoi gurgaon)

This is a review of ‘the glory of Gulmarg’ – a kashmiri food festival at three sixty one degrees In a nutshell: absolute terms : very enjoyable. Great ingredients, Brilliant flavors, outstanding texture of meats, overall great spread. Unique about this meal that we were floored about – both the guchchhi dishes. Relative terms : our respect for matamaal (a 6 year old, chef led, … Continue reading The glory of Gulmarg, a kashmiri Food festival (three sixty one, the oberoi gurgaon)

yummrajMarch 1, 2022March 1, 20224 Comments

agra, American, Bakery & Breakfast, British, Continental Cuisine, desserts, European, experimental, India, Indian, seafood, Travel

A stay at Oberoi Amar Vilas (Agra, india) & the story of Mumtaz mahal & architecture of Taj Mahal.

In a Nutshell: Outstanding warmth of staff, efficient service & some really simple yet outstanding, western food at this Taj Mahal facing hotel, where we could see the imposing, breathtaking Taj Mahal from the lobby, our bedroom, our balcony, our bathtub & even from the pot!! Address & other details: Amar Vilas Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries / Hotels reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by … Continue reading A stay at Oberoi Amar Vilas (Agra, india) & the story of Mumtaz mahal & architecture of Taj Mahal.

yummrajFebruary 19, 2022February 19, 20226 Comments

Asian Cuisine, Continental Cuisine, desserts, European, Fusion, India, Indian, koraput, Odisha, Travel

A visit to tribal areas of South Odisha & stay at Desia Koraput & Chandoori Sai (Onukudelli, Kunduli, Lakshmipur, Bentalbiri, Goudaguda, koraput district)

This is a travelogue & the idea is to share our experience during travel & provide information on what we saw / heard / gathered from our experiences & conversations. This is not an authoritative research paper on the Tribes of Odisha. In a nutshell: A rich, humbling, thought-provoking, experiential trip to the interiors of Odisha to meet, chat with & experience … Continue reading A visit to tribal areas of South Odisha & stay at Desia Koraput & Chandoori Sai (Onukudelli, Kunduli, Lakshmipur, Bentalbiri, Goudaguda, koraput district)

yummrajJanuary 28, 2022January 29, 202210 Comments

American, Bakery & Breakfast, Continental Cuisine, desserts, European, french, India, Kolkata

Roastery coffee house (south india club, Hindustan park, kolkata)

In a nutshell: A super popular, beautiful looking cafe, located in a restored heritage building, with average service, good but not great food & some good coffee (surely not the best I have ever had). Address & other details: Roastery coffee house Instagram : Roastery coffee house Facebook: Roastery coffee house Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All … Continue reading Roastery coffee house (south india club, Hindustan park, kolkata)

yummrajJanuary 16, 2022January 16, 2022Leave a comment

American, Bakery & Breakfast, British, Continental Cuisine, Continental Grilled, desserts, European, experimental, India, Kolkata

Indigo delicatessen (quest mall, kolkata)

In a nutshell: Food focussed, superb menu, fabulous food, nice ambience, great service Address & other details: Indigo delicatessen Instagram : Indigo delicatessen Facebook: Indigo delicatessen Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not … Continue reading Indigo delicatessen (quest mall, kolkata)

yummrajJanuary 15, 2022January 15, 20222 Comments

American, British, Continental Cuisine, Continental Grilled, desserts, European, India, Kolkata

Waterside cafe, Hyatt regency (EM bypass, salt lake, kolkata)

In a nutshell: Sad service by overburdened, limited staff, fairly good ambience & some really good food. Nothing we had that evening was average or bad. Address & other details: Hyatt regency kolkata Instagram : Hyatt regency kolkata Facebook: Hyatt regency kolkata Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by … Continue reading Waterside cafe, Hyatt regency (EM bypass, salt lake, kolkata)

yummrajJanuary 14, 2022January 14, 2022Leave a comment

India, Indian, Kolkata, Mughlai

Zamzam (opposite quest mall, Park Circus, kolkata)

In a nutshell: Fairly Enjoyable mughlai beef & other meaty dishes in a small, good looking & very well maintained, dining hall, excellent service. Address & other details: Zamzam Instagram : Zamzam Facebook: Zamzam Meal for 2: ₹200 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian also, predominantly non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for … Continue reading Zamzam (opposite quest mall, Park Circus, kolkata)

yummrajJanuary 13, 2022January 14, 2022Leave a comment

American, Bakery & Breakfast, British, Continental Cuisine, Continental Grilled, European, India, Kolkata, seafood

Three sixty three (the Oberoi grand hotel, esplanade, kolkata)

In a nutshell: Fully enjoyed a lunch followed by a memorable dinner here, outstanding hospitality & of course the old world charm. Address & other details: the Oberoi grand Instagram : the Oberoi grand Facebook: the Oberoi grand Meal for 2: ₹4000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he … Continue reading Three sixty three (the Oberoi grand hotel, esplanade, kolkata)

yummrajJanuary 10, 2022January 11, 20225 Comments

American, British, Continental Cuisine, desserts, European, Gurgaon, India

Christmas Eve dinner at spectra, leela (ambience island, gurgaon)

This is a review of classic western Christmas dishes at spectra. 24th December 2021. In a nutshell: We got exactly what we wanted for Christmas Eve – to have some perfectly cooked western classics which are probably eaten during Christmas. Address & other details: leela ambience gurgaon Instagram : leela ambience gurgaon Facebook: leela ambience gurgaon Meal for 2: ₹6000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian … Continue reading Christmas Eve dinner at spectra, leela (ambience island, gurgaon)

yummrajJanuary 9, 2022January 10, 20222 Comments

Delhi, Gurgaon, India, Indian, Kerala, malabari, South Indian

Prima kurien (home delivery, Kerala food catering, delhi NCR)

In a nutshell: Outstanding, lip smacking Kerala lunch, catered by prima kurien – we were pleasantly surprised to find that the gentleman who came to deliver, offered to heat, set up the lunch , finish some of the dishes & feed us fresh appams for lunch. What an experience!!!! Wah. Best Kerala food in delhi NCR in my knowledge as of this day …. Address … Continue reading Prima kurien (home delivery, Kerala food catering, delhi NCR)

yummrajDecember 31, 2021December 31, 20212 Comments

Gurgaon, India, Indian, Mughlai

Salaam e dilli food festival (longitude bar, le Meridien , gurugram)

4 month pop up from November 2021 to February 2022 In a nutshell: A winter pop by at le Meridien hotel by famous chef talat Mahmood khan, who does mughlai food catering for the high end private parties in delhi. Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Address & other details: le Meridien gurgaon Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed … Continue reading Salaam e dilli food festival (longitude bar, le Meridien , gurugram)

yummrajDecember 30, 2021December 30, 2021Leave a comment

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Stay at Amrit bhawan Haridwar & a mountain Village Road drive to kimsar (Uttarakhand)

In a Nutshell: Unparalled warmth of people, efficient service & outstanding home like food made in a commercial set up, by a passionate chef & his team. Each meal at this shuddh shakahari (vegetarian) hotel was either good or better than ‘good’ – commendable. Great place to do a long stay & even a long weekend. Extreme attention was paid while restoration, to this 1950s … Continue reading Stay at Amrit bhawan Haridwar & a mountain Village Road drive to kimsar (Uttarakhand)

yummrajDecember 28, 2021December 30, 2021Leave a comment

India, Indian, Kolkata, parsi

Meher caterers (manackjee Rustomjee Dharamshala, bow street, opposite bow barracks, kolkata)

In a nutshell: A canteen run by a Parsi couple, inside a Parsi Dharamshala, serves fabulous Parsi food – one of the best among many Parsi food experiences we had. To top it, the conversations with the warm & hospitable hosts Mrs & Mr hansotia made the afternoon memorable. Food has to be pre ordered two days prior so that there is no wastage of … Continue reading Meher caterers (manackjee Rustomjee Dharamshala, bow street, opposite bow barracks, kolkata)

yummrajDecember 23, 2021December 24, 20214 Comments

Continental Cuisine, India, Mediterranean, Middle eastern, Mumbai

Recca (above Chetana restaurant, kala ghoda, fort, mumbai)

In a nutshell: A Mediterranean food & beverages focussed, large, fine dining restaurant at mumbai fort, that has a fab ambience, by chef Saby (sabyasachi Gorai) Address & other details: recca Instagram: recca Facebook: recca Meal for 2: ₹1500 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for … Continue reading Recca (above Chetana restaurant, kala ghoda, fort, mumbai)

yummrajNovember 17, 2021November 17, 2021Leave a comment

About Food

The Bombay canteen (Ground Floor, Process House, Kamala Mills, S.B. Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai)

New menu – November 2021 In a nutshell: One of those super few places where we have revisited not once, but multiple times. Loved it always. Only comorin comes close to competing with this restaurant when it’s about representing the diversity of traditional food from different parts of india & giving some of them a modern day twist. Address & other details: the Bombay canteen … Continue reading The Bombay canteen (Ground Floor, Process House, Kamala Mills, S.B. Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai)

yummrajNovember 16, 2021November 16, 20214 Comments

American, Continental Cuisine, Gurgaon, India

The joint cafe (first floor, galleria market, above cafe coffee day, DLF phase 4, gurugram)

In a nutshell: A food-focussed, chef driven, unusual & interesting decor cafe that has a separate burger menu card, excellent & mammoth burgers – no indianization. Loads of other meaty dishes & some vegetarian ones. Passionate about meats that are sourced from Europe & artisinal producers in india. Better burgers than AKU’s I wrote about last week. Note – We are not burger freaks but … Continue reading The joint cafe (first floor, galleria market, above cafe coffee day, DLF phase 4, gurugram)

yummrajOctober 24, 2021November 5, 2021Leave a comment

American, Continental Cuisine, Gurgaon, India

AKU’s the brrgrr Co. (Opposite CROSSWORDS. Cyber hub, gurugram)

In a nutshell: A food-focussed, chef driven, no nonsense, burger stall that serves some excellent burgers without indianizing them. The tweaks are in the form of additional options – no bun (read carb) burger, double patty, extras etc. Address & other details: AKU’s Instagram: AKU’s Facebook: AKU’s Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Meal for 2: ₹500 onwards Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed … Continue reading AKU’s the brrgrr Co. (Opposite CROSSWORDS. Cyber hub, gurugram)

yummrajOctober 17, 2021October 17, 20211 Comment

bengali, Continental Cuisine, Delhi, faridabad, Gurgaon, India, Indian

Hello pumpkin (takeaway / home delivery delhi NCR)

This is review of a special bengali set menu (I call it BENgali BENto Box) by this global cuisine eatery. In a nutshell: An eatery who serves select dishes from different parts of the globe, serious about making good food from good local Produce & good quality Imported meats & fishes. Address & other details: hello pumpkin Instagram- hello pumpkin Facebook – hello pumpkin Meal … Continue reading Hello pumpkin (takeaway / home delivery delhi NCR)

yummrajOctober 13, 2021October 13, 20213 Comments

Continental Cuisine, desserts, European, Gurgaon, India

Petite pie shop (ground floor, world Mark, sector 65, gurugram)

Deconstructing the buzz around the new kid on the block In a nutshell: Makers of outstanding baked parathas (outer layer of pie) but average curries with disappeared meat flavors (average filling) when it comes to savoury pies, great hot freshly baked sweet pies for dessert, visually delightful ambience, great place to catch up with a friend, great service. Address & other details: petite pie shop … Continue reading Petite pie shop (ground floor, world Mark, sector 65, gurugram)

yummrajSeptember 19, 2021September 19, 20218 Comments

Asian Cuisine, Gurgaon, India, Japanese

Kuuraku (ground floor, global foyer, golf course road, gurugram)

In a NUtshell A Japanese themed restaurant in gurgaon, part of an international chain, frequented by the travelling Japanese population & also a sizeable Indian population, very good food (not indianized) with a super wide chicken menu, some pork & minimal fish & seafood offering, excellent warm & efficient staff, Japanese style seating, very enjoyable, immersive experience Address & other details: kuuraku Meal for 2: … Continue reading Kuuraku (ground floor, global foyer, golf course road, gurugram)

yummrajSeptember 12, 2021September 12, 20213 Comments

bengali, Gurgaon, India, Indian

Bengali food festival by Pritha sen (the Oberoi gurgaon)

This post is about bengali food festival at three sixty one degrees restaurant, the Oberoi gurgaon dates – 9th to 19th September 2021 In a NUtshell A fabulous bengali pop up by journalist & food historian Pritha sen, ably assisted by Surojit Rout (founder, Ekdalia Road)…… three set menus to choose from – vegetarian, fishy, meaty. Loved most of the dishes – this was like … Continue reading Bengali food festival by Pritha sen (the Oberoi gurgaon)

yummrajSeptember 11, 2021September 11, 20211 Comment

desserts, India, Indian, Kolkata, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food), snack

Pandit ji kachoriwala (prasanna kumar Tagore lane, Chitpore, notun bajar, kolkata)

In a NUtshell A shop without a sign board, popularly known as pandit ji kachoriwala that sells fab gulab jamuns & pretty good kachoris Address & other details: pandit ji Meal for 2: ₹30 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com … Continue reading Pandit ji kachoriwala (prasanna kumar Tagore lane, Chitpore, notun bajar, kolkata)

yummrajAugust 18, 2021August 18, 2021Leave a comment

Asian Cuisine, Gurgaon, India, Japanese

Premium ichi zen (ground floor, global foyer mall, golf course road , gurgaon)

In a NUtshell A Japanese themed restaurant in gurgaon frequented by the travelling Japanese population (we were the only Indians in the full restaurant), very good food (not indianized), good staff, very enjoyable experience Address & other details: premium ichi zen Meal for 2: ₹1500 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ … Continue reading Premium ichi zen (ground floor, global foyer mall, golf course road , gurgaon)

yummrajAugust 15, 2021August 22, 20213 Comments

India, Indian, Kolkata, Mughlai

Aminia ( Ballygunge gardens road, Golpark, kolkata)

In a NUtshell A little bit of nostalgia, a whole lot of (90 years history) past, an average to good present, when it comes to food. Excellent service. Nice ambience. Address & other details: Aminia Meal for 2: ₹300 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian YUMMRAJ rates all the food items & then gives a final overall rating, which is a simple average … Continue reading Aminia ( Ballygunge gardens road, Golpark, kolkata)

yummrajAugust 1, 2021August 1, 20212 Comments

Continental Cuisine, desserts, India, Indian, mangar, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food), South Indian, Travel

Lalit mangar (foothills of aravallis, off gurgaon faridabad road).

This is a travelogue about staycation at this hotel, activities & food that we had here. In a Nutshell: A post lockdown enjoyable weekend break amidst pure nature, so unbelievably near from the city, no city noise, not too many vehicles, a beautiful drive around the villages in the morning, intense in-house pottery & qawalli sessions, loosening of the mind with a game of carrom, … Continue reading Lalit mangar (foothills of aravallis, off gurgaon faridabad road).

yummrajAugust 1, 2021August 1, 20218 Comments

Delhi, Gurgaon, India, Indian, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food), punjabi

Daryaganj (Worldmark 1, Aerocity, New Delhi)

In a NUtshell Bowled over by the butter chicken, thoroughly impressed with other dishes that we tried, great ambience, cold + mechanical + professional + efficient staff …… had a great evening here Address & other details: Daryaganj Meal for 2: ₹400 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he … Continue reading Daryaganj (Worldmark 1, Aerocity, New Delhi)

yummrajJuly 24, 2021July 24, 20212 Comments

India, Indian, Kolkata, Mughlai

Shiraz golden ( Park Street , Mullickbazar crossing, kolkata)

This post is about breakfast at Shiraz In a NUtshell Pleasantly surprised seeing a ‘all seats full’ restaurant at breakfast time, a bunch of helmets on the staircase, a long queue of Enfield bullet bikes parked outside & some good food. Address & other details: Shiraz golden Meal for 2: ₹400 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed … Continue reading Shiraz golden ( Park Street , Mullickbazar crossing, kolkata)

yummrajJuly 22, 2021July 25, 2021Leave a comment

bengali, desserts, India, Indian, Kolkata, snack

Satish chandra das (Bandha Battala Vivekanada More, Fathepur 1st Lane; Garden Reach, Besides Hari Sabha Ln, Kolkata)

In a NUtshell A 180 year old sweet shop that still makes fabulous sweets using traditional method, unlike many other famous sweet makers who have got in mechanisation to bengali sweet making. Result – the sweets are still as rustic & real as they used to be – most people can surely make out the difference in a blind test. Address & other details: Satish … Continue reading Satish chandra das (Bandha Battala Vivekanada More, Fathepur 1st Lane; Garden Reach, Besides Hari Sabha Ln, Kolkata)

yummrajJuly 18, 2021July 19, 20211 Comment

Asian Cuisine, Assamese, bengali, Burmese, Delhi, faridabad, Gurgaon, India, Indian, North East, South Indian, Sri Lankan, tripuri

Gusto by sanhita (home chef, delivered all across delhi NCR)

In a NUtshell We are now getting addicted to the food by full time (week days) corporate lawyer & part time (weekend) home chef, sanhita – home delivered* all over delhi NCR from Chittaranjan park. Low on oil, traditional cooking methods, no short cuts, best ingredients, attempt to Perfection in each & every dish – all done single handedly by one person (no domestic help). … Continue reading Gusto by sanhita (home chef, delivered all across delhi NCR)

yummrajJuly 11, 2021July 11, 2021Leave a comment

Delhi, Gurgaon, India, Indian, Mughlai, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, rampuri

The Mughal plate by jalali’s (home delivered all across delhi NCR)

Read earlier review of food by Osama Jalali & family here – pop up In a NUtshell After eating food from The Mughal Plate, I feel like the need to take my guests for a food walk to Jama Masjid area can be replaced by ordering food from here & taking them otherwise to purani Dilli to get a feel of the place. This Home … Continue reading The Mughal plate by jalali’s (home delivered all across delhi NCR)

yummrajJune 9, 2021June 11, 20214 Comments

Chettinad, Delhi, India, Indian, South Indian

Amma mess (Shastri Market, Gurudwara Road, Karol Bagh, New Delhi)

In a NUtshell A super tiny eatery with first floor seating accessed by a narrow staircase, uninterested service staff, very good biryani, rest average food. Address & other details: Amma mess Meal for 2: ₹250 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & … Continue reading Amma mess (Shastri Market, Gurudwara Road, Karol Bagh, New Delhi)

yummrajMay 27, 2021May 27, 2021Leave a comment

India, Indian, Kolkata, Mughlai

Elahi luxury Dining (on road opposite zeeshan, Jhowtala Rd, Lower Range, Park Circus, Ballygunge, Kolkata)

In a NUtshell Very good mughlai food that did not feel heavy afterwards. Am sure sitting & eating at the restaurant would have been better – We had to do a takeaway (logistics). Meal for 2: ₹750 onwards Address & other details: elahi Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he … Continue reading Elahi luxury Dining (on road opposite zeeshan, Jhowtala Rd, Lower Range, Park Circus, Ballygunge, Kolkata)

yummrajMay 23, 2021May 23, 2021Leave a comment

Continental Cuisine, Continental Grilled, European, Fusion, India, Indian, mahabalipuram, seafood, South Indian

Moonrakers (Othavadai St, Fisherman Colony, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu)

In a NUtshell Excellent quality raw seafood double murdered* & served, in this super retro look & feel restaurant in Mahabalipuram Address & other details: moonrakers Meal for 2: ₹750 onwards Cuisine type : few items vegetarian & mostly non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. … Continue reading Moonrakers (Othavadai St, Fisherman Colony, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu)

yummrajMay 16, 2021May 16, 2021Leave a comment

Delhi, India, Indian, Indian, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food)

Baljeet’s Amritsari koolcha (DDA Market, Block BG 8, Paschim Vihar, New Delhi)

In a NUtshell A kulcha specialist with a small menu & very good food, worth the 30+ km drive from gurugram – only that we ended up eating a month’s quota of butter in one meal!!!! (Pun intended) Address & other details: baljeet’s Meal for 2: ₹180 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ … Continue reading Baljeet’s Amritsari koolcha (DDA Market, Block BG 8, Paschim Vihar, New Delhi)

yummrajMay 15, 2021May 15, 2021Leave a comment

Delhi, India, Indian, Kerala, malabari, South Indian

Padmanabham (1st Floor, N Block Market, Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), New Delhi

In a NUtshell A stunningly beautiful, traditional look, South Indian, vegetarian fine dining restaurant that serves excellent food Address & other details: padmanabham Meal for 2: ₹500 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one featured / … Continue reading Padmanabham (1st Floor, N Block Market, Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), New Delhi

yummrajMay 14, 2021May 15, 20212 Comments

gwalior, India, Indian, snack

Agrawal poha bhandar (Phalka Bazar Rd, in front of Sarobar Plaza, Jayendraganj, Lashkar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh)

In a NUtshell A small shop with 6-8 people seating, that sells excellent poha & some other vegetarian snack items Address & other details: agarwal poha bhandar Meal for 2: ₹40 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have … Continue reading Agrawal poha bhandar (Phalka Bazar Rd, in front of Sarobar Plaza, Jayendraganj, Lashkar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh)

yummrajMay 12, 2021May 12, 2021Leave a comment

Gurgaon, India, Indian, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food), punjabi

Baba’s (golf course road, gurugram).

In a NUtshell A retro look, new restaurant in the happening golf course road, that has good service, serves good food, special mention to an unusual but excellent butter chicken Address & other details: baba’s Meal for 2: ₹500 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for … Continue reading Baba’s (golf course road, gurugram).

yummrajMay 9, 2021May 9, 20214 Comments

Asian Cuisine, Continental Cuisine, desserts, gwalior, India, Indian, Maharashtrian, nepali, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food), Travel

A trip to Gwalior & stay at Taj Usha kiran palace

In a Nutshell: An unforgettable, unexpected, unique, culinary experience of ‘farm to table’ thanks to Chef Rakesh Gouniyal, who served us food made from organic veggies grown in his kitchen garden!!! , a lovely stay in this small yet stunningly beautiful palace which was built as an annexe to the main Gwalior Palace, beautiful suites with most things inside it seemed to be a century … Continue reading A trip to Gwalior & stay at Taj Usha kiran palace

yummrajMay 4, 2021May 11, 20214 Comments

Continental Cuisine, desserts, India, Indian, mahabalipuram, open air restaurant, Seafood, South Indian

A trip to mahabalipuram & stay at Taj Fisherman’s cove (Tamil Nadu)

In a Nutshell: A beautiful set of temples carved out of stone 1400 years back at Mahabalipuram – what an amazing amalgamation of art & science. A wonderful experience of a stay at a cottage by the beach – great property, soaking in just the bay of Bengal & the pristine private beach. Priceless. The stay in the main building of the property was quite … Continue reading A trip to mahabalipuram & stay at Taj Fisherman’s cove (Tamil Nadu)

yummrajApril 25, 2021April 25, 20212 Comments

auroville, India, Travel

An eye opener trip to Auroville & Pondicherry, while attending an event there, organized by Exotic echo, Nagaland.

Background – We were in Auroville to attend Givers Meet Edition 2, an event organised by exotic echo, Nagaland, where everyone participating explores ways to give back to the society. Edition 1 was held earlier in Diezephe, Nagaland, on the 03 to 05 March 2020, just before Covid restrictions. We came across exotic echo, the organization based out of village Diezephe, near Dimapur, Nagaland, in … Continue reading An eye opener trip to Auroville & Pondicherry, while attending an event there, organized by Exotic echo, Nagaland.

yummrajApril 4, 2021June 4, 20214 Comments

About Food, chennai, India, Indian, Kerala, malabari, South Indian

Kappa chakka kandhari (Haddows Rd, opp. Shastri Bhavan, Thousand Lights West, Nungambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu)

In a NUtshell A restaurant who is serious about offering the best, ‘almost’ home food, from different parts of kerala, way beyond the obvious items on the menu. Great service, nice interiors. If u r in chennai & not been here, u have really missed something Address & other details: kappa chakka kandhari Meal for 2: ₹1300 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian … Continue reading Kappa chakka kandhari (Haddows Rd, opp. Shastri Bhavan, Thousand Lights West, Nungambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu)

yummrajMarch 30, 2021March 30, 20212 Comments

auroville, Bakery & Breakfast, Continental Cuisine, french, India, Indian, Italian, snack, South Indian, swiss

Cafe La terrace (Solar Kitchen, Anjanaiyar Koviel St, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu)

In a NUtshell A nice cafe with semi indoor (no air conditioning) & also outdoor seating, self service, Staff behaviour like in old government canteens, big plates, very good food. Address & other details: cafe la terrace Meal for 2: ₹400 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has … Continue reading Cafe La terrace (Solar Kitchen, Anjanaiyar Koviel St, Auroville, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu)

yummrajMarch 22, 2021March 22, 20211 Comment

auroville, Continental Cuisine, European, India, snack, Travel

Marc’s cafe (Auroville Rd, Auroville, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu)

In a NUtshell A super cool, visually delightful cafe serving One of the best Turkish coffee we have had in india, an unbelievably good cold brew with a mild fermented feel to it, fresh cookies , bakes, the best robusta coffee I have ever had & of course a master class of understanding coffee by Marc, the coffee wizard from Barcelona, who settled down in … Continue reading Marc’s cafe (Auroville Rd, Auroville, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu)

yummrajMarch 19, 2021March 20, 20211 Comment

Asian Cuisine, auroville, Continental Cuisine, European, experimental, India, Indian, Korean, South Indian

The right path cafe (Visitor’s Centre, International Zone, Auroville)

In a NUtshell Very good global food, special menu pop ups are interesting , they mostly use produce of Auroville farms, nice outdoor & indoor seating, mixed service – some staff are unenthusiastic & cold, more like in old government run eateries, while other staff are warm & interactive. Address & other details: the right path cafe Meal for 2: ₹400 onwards Cuisine type : … Continue reading The right path cafe (Visitor’s Centre, International Zone, Auroville)

yummrajMarch 16, 2021March 16, 20213 Comments

About Food

Coromandel cafe & restaurant (Romain Rolland St, White Town, Puducherry)

In a NUtshell A really beautiful, at times picturesque, Instagram friendly cafe that serves very good food – we had surely had better elsewhere. Address & other details: coromandel cafe Meal for 2: ₹400 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips … Continue reading Coromandel cafe & restaurant (Romain Rolland St, White Town, Puducherry)

yummrajMarch 14, 2021March 14, 2021Leave a comment

auroville, Continental Cuisine, European, India, Italian

Umami kitchen (Auroville Rd, near Farm Fresh, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu)

In a NUtshell Rarely everything on a randomly chosen long menu is great – this one was an exception. The food was a source of immense joy to our taste buds. Address & other details: umami kitchen Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has … Continue reading Umami kitchen (Auroville Rd, near Farm Fresh, Kuilapalayam, Tamil Nadu)

yummrajMarch 12, 2021March 12, 2021Leave a comment

India, Indian, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food), ranthambore, Travel

A trip to Ranthambore & stay at Nahargarh Ranthambore (Rajasthan)

In a Nutshell: A lovely trip to Ranthambore – our first ever sighting of tiger in a jungle, enjoying the feel of the forest, a detailed tour of Ranthambore fort, an enjoyable long drive (sans a few small stretches) to & fro, stay at a beautiful palace hotel with a gem of a person Ajay ji as our host ……. except that the food in … Continue reading A trip to Ranthambore & stay at Nahargarh Ranthambore (Rajasthan)

yummrajMarch 10, 2021March 10, 20215 Comments

Awadhi (lucknow Dum cooking), India, Indian, Kolkata

Manzilat’s (by home chef manzilat fatima, phase 3, Kasba industrial estate, kolkata)

In a NUtshell Rarely everything that is laid out on a long menu turn out to be great. Usually there are one or two dishes that end up being suboptimal – this meal we had at manzilat’s was an exception. All dishes were excellent Address & other details: Manzilat’s Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / … Continue reading Manzilat’s (by home chef manzilat fatima, phase 3, Kasba industrial estate, kolkata)

yummrajFebruary 25, 2021February 25, 2021Leave a comment

Delhi, Gurgaon, India, Indian, Kerala, malabari, South Indian

Mahabelly (restaurant behind DLF mall Saket, delivery kitchen gurugram).

In a NUtshell Good food experience in general from this restaurant, on multiple occasions – dine in as well as delivery Address & other details: mahabelly Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not … Continue reading Mahabelly (restaurant behind DLF mall Saket, delivery kitchen gurugram).

yummrajFebruary 20, 2021February 20, 20214 Comments

gwalior, India, Indian, sweet shop, sweets

Bahadura sweets (Lohiya bazaar road, naya bazaar, Gwalior)

In a NUtshell Unputdownable laddoos & fab oblong gulabjamuns at this shop were memorable!!! ….. at this 88 year old sweet shop Address & other details: bahadura sweets Meal for 2: ₹300 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not … Continue reading Bahadura sweets (Lohiya bazaar road, naya bazaar, Gwalior)

yummrajFebruary 18, 2021February 18, 20212 Comments

Delhi, dogra, faridabad, Gurgaon, India, Indian

Mirai Maia (home chef, Dogri food, delhi NCR) bh

In a NUtshell We could not stop ordering more items on the menu after eating each dish, till we were done with everything that was on offer. Fabulous Dogri food – what a way to get introduced to a new cuisine. Address & other details: mirai Maia Instagram- mirai Maia Meal for 2: ₹300 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants … Continue reading Mirai Maia (home chef, Dogri food, delhi NCR) bh

yummrajFebruary 8, 2021February 8, 20211 Comment

Continental Cuisine, Gurgaon, India, Italian

Da susy pizzeria (F43, first floor, baani square, gurgaon).

In a NUtshell Among the top 3 pizza places in town. Period. Address & other details: Facebook – da susy Instagram – da susy Meal for 2: ₹750 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even … Continue reading Da susy pizzeria (F43, first floor, baani square, gurgaon).

yummrajFebruary 7, 2021June 19, 20221 Comment

Bihari, India, Indian, Kolkata

Bhootnath litti & chaiwallah next to Nimtala ghat, kolkata

In a NUtshell Fabulous freshly made mini littis with chatpata YUMM chokha, served after a full show of the making of the food, waiting time 20-30 minutes Address & other details: next to the nimtala ghat (steps going down to river ganga) Meal for 2: ₹100 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself … Continue reading Bhootnath litti & chaiwallah next to Nimtala ghat, kolkata

yummrajFebruary 6, 2021February 6, 20211 Comment

India, panna, Travel

Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari – Panna National Park, Madhya Pradesh

In a Nutshell: A fabulous & memorable experience of a ‘cut off from the world’ jungle stay due to – great property, no phone connection, no wifi, no newspaper, no TV in the room, no library but soaking in just the jungle. This was topped with warm & efficient service by our butler Dilip, walks along the grass path with Lallan ji in the dark, … Continue reading Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari – Panna National Park, Madhya Pradesh

yummrajFebruary 3, 2021February 5, 202110 Comments

bengali, homely foods, India, Indian, sundarbans, Travel

A trip to Sundarbans, a stay at Sunderbans Jungle camp, Bali village & full day boat rides (West Bengal, India)

In a Nutshell: This trip to Sundarbans ended up being one of the most intense, enjoyable, uplifting, eye opening & visually delightful trips we have had. A memory of a lifetime. Address & other details: Vanasafaris.com – http://www.vanasafaris.com/ Tagore society for Rural development – http://www.tsrd.org/ Sunderbans Jungle camp, Bali village – http://www.helptourism.net Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries / Hotels reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & … Continue reading A trip to Sundarbans, a stay at Sunderbans Jungle camp, Bali village & full day boat rides (West Bengal, India)

yummrajJanuary 13, 2021January 14, 20216 Comments

About Food

Village degh (home delivered in whole of delhi NCR)

Read earlier review of food by Osama Jalali & family here – mumbai pop up, gurugram pop up Note : in early 2021, Osama Jalali has moved out of & left village degh to his erstwhile business partner & started his own home based kitchen that delivers the same mughalai cuisine all over delhi NCR. THE MUGHAL PLATE is mughlai food cooked at Osama’s home, … Continue reading Village degh (home delivered in whole of delhi NCR)

yummrajDecember 11, 2020February 24, 20214 Comments

Gurgaon, India, Indian, kashmiri

Hangul by Home chef rajni Jinsi (home delivered all across delhi NCR)

Read earlier review of a pop up by home chef rajni Jinsi here – Radisson blu Faridabad In a NUtshell Fabulous kashmiri pandit home cooked food that is Low in oil as compared to commercially made food, spices not on the face, excellent flavors, great taste – home cooked & delivered all across delhi NCR Address & other details: Hangul Meal for 2: ₹750 onwards … Continue reading Hangul by Home chef rajni Jinsi (home delivered all across delhi NCR)

yummrajDecember 9, 2020December 9, 20202 Comments

India, Travel, uttarakhand

Exploring in & around Corbett national park & a stay at The river view retreat, by leisure hotels, (Corbett , Uttarakhand)

This post is about the stay at Corbett river view retreat (by leisure hotels) Uttarakhand, jungle safari, driving around the place & the 6 hours each side drive from gurgaon. In a nutshell: A good stay at the Corbett river view retreat, on the bank of river Kosi, thoughtfully done resort with flora that was a treat for the eyes, good but visually not wow … Continue reading Exploring in & around Corbett national park & a stay at The river view retreat, by leisure hotels, (Corbett , Uttarakhand)

yummrajDecember 6, 2020December 7, 20201 Comment

India, Jaipur, Travel

Rambagh palace (Jaipur) u

In a Nutshell: A memorable stay at a real Royal Palace, now converted to a hotel – our third best experience in India after Taj Lake Palace Udaipur & Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad. Address & other details: Rambagh Palace Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries / Hotels reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have … Continue reading Rambagh palace (Jaipur) u

yummrajDecember 2, 2020December 4, 20201 Comment

Asian Cuisine, bhutanese, DArjeeling local food, Delhi, garhwali, India, Indian, Ladakhi, nepali, Tibetan

Yeti, the Himalayan kitchen (collonade, B block, inner circle, CP, same entrance as Hamleys toy shop)

Read earlier review of yeti Hauz khas here – yeti In a NUtshell A lovely restaurant tucked up in the second floor of a CP building – needs an effort to find it, soothing ambient music from the hills, good & simple food, outstanding momos, warm & non intrusive service. I rate cafe lungta gurgaon above yeti in terms of food but this restaurants very … Continue reading Yeti, the Himalayan kitchen (collonade, B block, inner circle, CP, same entrance as Hamleys toy shop)

yummrajNovember 27, 2020November 27, 20201 Comment

barrackpore, bengali, India, Indian

Dada boudi hotel (ghosh para road, near barrackpore station, barrackpore, West Bengal)

In a NUtshell Absolutely worth our drive of 1 hour 57 minutes, one way, only to eat biryani here. Super enjoyable only when it is not seen with the lens of kolkata biryani. It is different from both Awadhi & kolkata styles, I call this barrackpori biryani. Address & other details: dada boudi hotel Meal for 2: ₹400 Cuisine type : non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / … Continue reading Dada boudi hotel (ghosh para road, near barrackpore station, barrackpore, West Bengal)

yummrajOctober 30, 2020October 31, 202012 Comments

Continental Cuisine, DArjeeling local food, Gurgaon, India, Indian, North East

Cocktails & dreams Speakeasy (sector 15 market, Gurugram)

This is a review of new cocktail menu & the new food. Read the earlier story of this place here – Cocktails & dreams Speakeasy In a NUtshell A beautiful evening spent in the company of great food & fantastic cocktails, topped with a warm , super enjoyable, enriching chat with bar artist, author, speaker Yangdup Lama. Address & other details: cocktails & dreams Meal … Continue reading Cocktails & dreams Speakeasy (sector 15 market, Gurugram)

yummrajOctober 25, 2020October 25, 20202 Comments

Asian Cuisine, Delhi, home chef, India, Location of Restaurant / Food stall, Thai

AROI @ 4th FLOOR (delivered all across delhi NCR by home chef sirattiya bora)

In a NUtshell Well, it has now become impossible for us (since the last 1 year) to like Thai food in india. Quite a few restaurants we used to quite like earlier, now seem to be serving OK ish food, ever since we have eaten the food cooked by sirattiya bora, a Thai culinary & visual artist married to an indian visual artist, Anirban Bora. … Continue reading AROI @ 4th FLOOR (delivered all across delhi NCR by home chef sirattiya bora)

yummrajOctober 18, 2020October 21, 20202 Comments

bengali, Delhi, Gurgaon, India, Indian, Kerala, malabari, South Indian

Onam pronam (SOUL FOOD COMPANY)

A delivery pop up (delhi NCR) of fusion onam sadya , bengali dishes by Pritha sen & Malayali dishes by Prima Kurien) This is a series about how eating out is, post COVID lockdown. Read about the previous dining out / takeaway / home delivery experiences after the COVID pandemic lockdown here – amar Jyoti tres spectra threesixtyone Tenali bagundi potbelly divine cafe lungta jamun … Continue reading Onam pronam (SOUL FOOD COMPANY)

yummrajSeptember 1, 2020September 5, 2020Leave a comment

Delhi, India, Indian

Jamun (Lodhi colony market, New Delhi)

This is a series about how eating out is, post COVID lockdown. Read about the previous dining out / takeaway / home delivery experiences after the COVID pandemic lockdown here – amar Jyoti tres spectra threesixtyone Tenali bagundi potbelly divine cafe lungta In a NUtshell A visually beautiful, cool, restaurant that serves Tasty, urbanized, moderately firangized, not at all rustic food, from different regions of … Continue reading Jamun (Lodhi colony market, New Delhi)

yummrajSeptember 1, 20202 Comments

bengali, Delhi, faridabad, Gurgaon, Indian

Park Street – kolkata Christian food by Home chefs Mrs. Leena Daniels & Ms. Antara Daniels (home delivery in delhi NCR)

In a NUtshell Stunning food that left us speechless, led us to over eat way beyond our routine. Address & other details: Park Street (insta: parkstreetjoint), +919810842901 Meal for 2: ₹ 1200 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one featured … Continue reading Park Street – kolkata Christian food by Home chefs Mrs. Leena Daniels & Ms. Antara Daniels (home delivery in delhi NCR)

yummrajAugust 29, 2020August 29, 20203 Comments

Gurgaon, India, Indian

SOUL FOOD delivery pop up (hello panda gurugram)

In a NUtshell A delivery pop by soul food that that went horribly wrong. Address & other details: hello panda Meal for 2: ₹675 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one featured / sponsored … Continue reading SOUL FOOD delivery pop up (hello panda gurugram)

yummrajAugust 16, 2020August 16, 20204 Comments

About Food

Cafe lungta (sector 15 market, gurugram)

This is a series about how eating out is, post COVID lockdown. Read about the previous dining out / takeaway / home delivery experiences after the COVID pandemic lockdown here – amar Jyoti tres spectra threesixtyone Tenali bagundi potbelly divine In a NUtshell A cafe in the same premises (different floor) as gurgaon’s best cocktail bar ‘cocktails & dreams SPEAKEASY’, both run by master bar … Continue reading Cafe lungta (sector 15 market, gurugram)

yummrajAugust 12, 2020August 13, 20204 Comments

Bihari, Gurgaon, India, Indian

Potbelly divine (32nd avenue, earlier 32nd milestone, gurugram)

This is a series about how eating out is, post COVID lockdown. Read about the previous dining out / takeaway / home delivery experiences after the COVID pandemic lockdown here – amar Jyoti tres spectra threesixtyone Tenali bagundi hello panda In a NUtshell A visually nice restaurant with both indoor & outdoor seating, located in 32nd milestone, an open area with restaurants & cafes where … Continue reading Potbelly divine (32nd avenue, earlier 32nd milestone, gurugram)

yummrajAugust 3, 2020August 3, 2020Leave a comment

Andhra, Delhi, India, Indian, South Indian

Bagundi (opposite Connaught circus fire station, Connaught Place, delhi)

This is a series about how eating out is, post COVID lockdown – dine in, self pick up, home delivery. Read about the previous dining out experiences after the COVID pandemic lockdown here – amar Jyoti tres spectra threesixtyone Tenali hello panda In a NUtshell A beautiful theme restaurant, great place to catch up with friends to chit chat over a good meal, warm staff, … Continue reading Bagundi (opposite Connaught circus fire station, Connaught Place, delhi)

yummrajAugust 3, 2020August 3, 2020Leave a comment

Asian Cuisine, Gurgaon, India

Hello panda (Bestech central, sector 57, gurugram)

This is a series about how eating out is, post COVID lockdown. This post is about home delivered food from hello panda. Read about the previous dining out experiences after the COVID pandemic lockdown here – amar Jyoti tres spectra threesixtyone In a NUtshell The most impressive home delivered Asian food I have had in a decade, in india. Address & other details: hello panda … Continue reading Hello panda (Bestech central, sector 57, gurugram)

yummrajJuly 31, 2020July 31, 20203 Comments

Andhra, Delhi, India, Indian, South Indian

Tenali – the Andhra kitchen (green park main market, delhi)

This is a series about how eating out is, post COVID lockdown. Read about the previous dining out experiences after the COVID pandemic lockdown here – amar Jyoti tres spectra threesixtyone In a NUtshell A nice theme restaurant, great place to catch up with friends to chit chat over a meal, warm staff, good food for people new to the cuisine. Address & other details: … Continue reading Tenali – the Andhra kitchen (green park main market, delhi)

yummrajJuly 26, 2020July 26, 202021 Comments

Delhi, India, Indian, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, punjabi

Amar Jyoti restaurant (sarojini nagar market, delhi)

11th july 2020. Our First non 5 star dineout experience after the COVID pandemic lockdown Read about the previous dining out experiences after the COVID pandemic lockdown here – tres spectra threesixtyone In a NUtshell It was more than ‘worth the drive’ from gurgaon to sarojini nagar market, just to eat lunch here – special mention to the butter chicken that made our day. Address … Continue reading Amar Jyoti restaurant (sarojini nagar market, delhi)

yummrajJuly 12, 2020July 13, 202029 Comments

About Food, Asian Cuisine, Continental Cuisine, European, Gurgaon, India, Japanese

Threesixtyone degrees (the oberoi , gurugram)

5th july 2020. Our Second dineout experience after the COVID pandemic lockdown – slightly different from the first. Read about the first dining out experience after the COVID pandemic lockdown here – spectra Read about our first experience at three sixty one here. In a NUtshell A lovely breakfast in a restaurant with great ambience, after 4 months of eating at home – wonderful experience … Continue reading Threesixtyone degrees (the oberoi , gurugram)

yummrajJuly 11, 2020July 11, 20201 Comment

Awadhi (lucknow Dum cooking), Gurgaon, India, Indian

Arq by Home chef Ms. Anamika Bajpai (home delivery in gurugram)

In a NUtshell A very enjoyable lunch, home delivered by home chef, crisp & focussed menu, home like food that tasted super YUMM. Address & other details: anamika Bajpai Meal for 2: ₹ 750 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips … Continue reading Arq by Home chef Ms. Anamika Bajpai (home delivery in gurugram)

yummrajJune 28, 2020June 28, 202011 Comments

Continental Cuisine, Delhi, European, India

Tres (Lodhi colony market, New Delhi)

In a NUtshell A lovely, freshly prepared, meal (takeaway) at this restaurant that gave us a lot of joy Address & other details: tres Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even … Continue reading Tres (Lodhi colony market, New Delhi)

yummrajJune 27, 2020June 28, 20204 Comments

About Food, cook at home, how to cook, Indian

The oversimplified grammar of cooking – only for beginners

Chefs/ already good cooks, pls give this a pass. This is a broad generalisation & there are many exceptions to it. The idea is to explain the logic of cooking & let first timers play around & experiment with food, without imposing DOs & DON’Ts. Keep in mind – EVERYBODY CAN COOK…. ….. you do not need to cook like someone else. You can create … Continue reading The oversimplified grammar of cooking – only for beginners

yummrajApril 26, 2020April 26, 2020Leave a comment

India, Indian, Jaipur, Rajasthani, Travel

Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 5 – Cinnamon (Jai mahal palace, Jaipur)

In August 2019 we did a road trip from mumbai to delhi. We stopped over at nights in Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Udaipur & jaipur. This is part of of a series of 5 posts about food & travel experienced during the trip. Read about part 4 of 5 here: Taj Jai mahal palace This post is about the food at cinnamon, in taj Jai … Continue reading Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 5 – Cinnamon (Jai mahal palace, Jaipur)

yummrajApril 17, 2020April 17, 2020Leave a comment

India, Jaipur, Travel, udaipur

Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 4 – Jai mahal palace, Jaipur

In August 2019 we did a road trip from mumbai to delhi. We stopped over at nights in Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Udaipur & jaipur. This is part of of a series of 5 posts about food & travel experienced during the trip. Read about part 3 of 5 here: Taj Aravali resort & spa This current post is about the stay at Taj Jai mahal palace, … Continue reading Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 4 – Jai mahal palace, Jaipur

yummrajApril 16, 2020April 16, 20206 Comments

Continental Cuisine, India, Indian, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food), udaipur

Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 3 – Taj Aravali Resort & Spa (Udaipur)

In August 2019 we did a road trip from mumbai to delhi. We stopped over at nights in Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Udaipur & jaipur. This is part of of a series of 5 posts about food & travel experienced during the trip. Read about part 2 of 10 here: house of MG This post is about the stay at Taj Aravallis & the food at their … Continue reading Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 3 – Taj Aravali Resort & Spa (Udaipur)

yummrajApril 9, 2020April 16, 20203 Comments

Ahmedabad, gujarati, India, Indian, Travel

Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 2 – house of MG (Ahmedabad)

In August 2019 we did a road trip from mumbai to delhi. We stopped over at nights in Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Udaipur & jaipur. This is part of of a series of 5 posts about food & travel experienced during the trip. Read about part 1 of 10 here: cafe farohar This post is about our stay at house of MG, Ahmedabad during the trip. We … Continue reading Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 2 – house of MG (Ahmedabad)

yummrajApril 8, 2020April 16, 20201 Comment

agra, India, Indian, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals

Rambabu paratha bhandar (belanganj, Civil Lines, Agra)

In a NUtshell A legend, rightly so, that has been around for 90 years – simple decor, outstanding food – unmissable, when u in agra Address & other details: rambabu Meal for 2: ₹200 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com … Continue reading Rambabu paratha bhandar (belanganj, Civil Lines, Agra)

yummrajApril 1, 20203 Comments

India, parsi, udvada

Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 1 – Cafe farohar (udvada, Gujarat)

In August 2019 we did a road trip from mumbai to delhi in our jeep. We stopped over at nights in Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Udaipur & jaipur. This is part of of a series of 5 posts about food & travel experienced during the trip. In a NUtshell The drive to surat: The drive from mumbai to surat (after leaving mumbai city limits) was outstanding. It … Continue reading Roadtrip mumbai to delhi part 1 – Cafe farohar (udvada, Gujarat)

yummrajMarch 26, 2020April 30, 20202 Comments

agra, India, Indian, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food)

Deviram sweets (Khandelwal colony, Katlupur, Rakabganj, Agra)

In a NUtshell A sweet shop with two branches, that serves YUMM breakfast savouries in addition to some very good sweets. Address & other details: deviram Meal for 2: ₹100 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even … Continue reading Deviram sweets (Khandelwal colony, Katlupur, Rakabganj, Agra)

yummrajFebruary 29, 2020February 29, 20204 Comments

About Food, Asian Cuisine, chinese, Gurgaon, India

Peng you quan – Friends restaurant (central plaza mall, golf course road, gurgaon)

In a NUtshell A serious, no nonsense, authentic food restaurant that made me feel several times , that I was sitting at a restaurant in China – look, feel, decor, smell, detailing, vibe. Address & other details: peng you quan Meal for 2: ₹500 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself … Continue reading Peng you quan – Friends restaurant (central plaza mall, golf course road, gurgaon)

yummrajFebruary 13, 20202 Comments

Gurgaon, India, Indian

Poppins hotal (cross point mall, diagonally opposite to galleria, DLF phase 4, gurgaon)

In a NUtshell A fun place with a good vibe, great food & a warm host chef subhayan Address & other details: poppins Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one … Continue reading Poppins hotal (cross point mall, diagonally opposite to galleria, DLF phase 4, gurgaon)

yummrajFebruary 10, 2020February 10, 20201 Comment

bhubaneshwar, India, Indian, Odisha

Second wife kitchen (Bhubaneswar Puri Road, orissa)

In a nutshell: Super interesting eatery with a super quirky name , super serious about the food they serve Address & other details: second wife kitchen Meal for 2: ₹100 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not … Continue reading Second wife kitchen (Bhubaneswar Puri Road, orissa)

yummrajFebruary 6, 2020February 6, 20202 Comments

Gurgaon, India, Indian, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals

Pop up by home chef Shaista Iqbal (Diya, Leela ambience gurgaon)

In a NUtshell A lovely dinner of Purani dilli recipes by home chef Shaista Iqbal, loved it. Address & other details: diya Meal for 2: ₹2000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one featured … Continue reading Pop up by home chef Shaista Iqbal (Diya, Leela ambience gurgaon)

yummrajJanuary 27, 2020January 28, 20204 Comments

India, Jaipur, Rajasthani

Niros restaurant (MI Road Jaipur)

In a NUtshell A restaurant straight out of a 60s movie, not coz it has been recreated that way but coz nothing much has changed in the look, old time waiting staff with an ooze of old world hospitality, crisp menu & finally very enjoyable food Address & other details: niros Meal for 2: ₹800 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All … Continue reading Niros restaurant (MI Road Jaipur)

yummrajJanuary 23, 20202 Comments

cambodia, phnom phen, siem reap, Travel

A trip to Cambodia – a travel story

We had Cambodia on our list of travel for a long long time. So when I got a chance to make the best use of time between two jobs, this location unanimously came to our mind. The tailor made trip was organised by Veena world, mumbai. Serious appreciation for Mehul Deshpande from Veena world , who put up with hundreds of our questions from beginning … Continue reading A trip to Cambodia – a travel story

yummrajJanuary 3, 2020January 3, 20208 Comments

Asian Cuisine, Gurgaon, India, vietnamese

Viet:nom (ground floor, cyber hub, gurgaon)

In a NUtshell Better than many Asian restaurants in delhi NCR in terms of trying to be close to the real cuisine. Few dishes were tweaked to adjust to indian taste. Good service. YUMM food. Lovely ambience. Address & other details: vietnom Meal for 2: ₹1500 Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ … Continue reading Viet:nom (ground floor, cyber hub, gurgaon)

yummrajDecember 29, 2019December 29, 2019Leave a comment

Bihari, Gurgaon, India, Indian, kashmiri, sweets

Comorin (two horizon center, golf course road, gurgaon)

In a NUtshell Day 1 Being a big fan of Indian accent, went here with huge hopes (chef manish Mehrotra is common to both) – impressed but nowhere close to Indian accent, as different as Honda city & an entry level mercedes. Must mention that this restaurant is much cheaper than Indian accent but that does not make a difference to me. I judge the … Continue reading Comorin (two horizon center, golf course road, gurgaon)

yummrajDecember 26, 2019October 1, 20202 Comments

Asian Cuisine, chinese, Gurgaon, Indian

Sonabridge (hotel zhongqiao, golf course road, gurgaon)

In a NUtshell I had to pinch myself to make sure I was not dreaming – the food at sonabridge made me think I was in Guangzhou, no tweaking to meet Indian tastes, ditto same. I had been searching for such a place in the last one & half decades in NCR. Address & other details: sonabridge Meal for 2: ₹800 onwards Cuisine type : … Continue reading Sonabridge (hotel zhongqiao, golf course road, gurgaon)

yummrajDecember 17, 2019December 22, 20193 Comments

India, Indian, Kolkata, Mughlai

Hanglatherium (Prince Anwar shah road, opposite south city mall, lake gardens, KOLKATA)

In a NUtshell A small quirky restaurant by the park, serving some very good Jama Masjid delhi & other mughlai food. Address & other details: hanglatherium Meal for 2: ₹400 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not … Continue reading Hanglatherium (Prince Anwar shah road, opposite south city mall, lake gardens, KOLKATA)

yummrajNovember 17, 2019November 17, 20192 Comments

Gurgaon, India, Indian, punjabi

Curry singh (Unitech Arcadia 2, rodeo drive, south city 2, sector 49, gurugram)

In a NUtshell A beautiful cuisine Mis-represented & turned into mindless nightmares on tables in most mainstream eateries in india & abroad, thankfully given a new lease of life at curry singh kitchen – a fab job of presenting home like punjabi food in a restaurant, including a section on seasonal vegetables. Address & other details: curry singh kitchen Meal for 2: ₹800 onwards Cuisine … Continue reading Curry singh (Unitech Arcadia 2, rodeo drive, south city 2, sector 49, gurugram)

yummrajNovember 12, 2019November 12, 2019Leave a comment

Asian Cuisine, Assamese, Awadhi (lucknow Dum cooking), bengali, Continental Cuisine, Indian, manipuri, Naga, North East, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food), seafood

Grand market pavilion (ITC Grand Royal, kolkata)

In a NUtshell A Royal mess in terms of managing the restaurant, cold, over worked & badly trained staff who reminded me of Sukumar ray’s ‘ram garurer chhana, hanste tader mana’ (people who don’t smile), good ambience but nothing Royal about it, HOWEVER, a truely grand spread of dishes & very good food – our taste buds were super happy. Address & other details: grand … Continue reading Grand market pavilion (ITC Grand Royal, kolkata)

yummrajNovember 11, 2019November 11, 20194 Comments

bengali, Gurgaon, India, Indian

‘Goalondo festival part 2’ by Pritha sen (three sixty one degrees, Oberoi, gurgaon)

In a NUtshell A beautiful evening spent in a lovely restaurant enjoying some absolute art on the plate & some other good bengali food from undivided bengal Address & other details: three sixty one degrees Meal for 2: ₹5000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for … Continue reading ‘Goalondo festival part 2’ by Pritha sen (three sixty one degrees, Oberoi, gurgaon)

yummrajNovember 3, 2019November 3, 20192 Comments

India, Indian, Jaipur, Rajasthani

Alila fort Bishangarh (rajasthan)

This review has two parts – stay (on top) & food (below stay). Please scroll down directly to food section if you want to skip the stay part. In a NUtshell A memorable stay in a beautifully restored & maintained 230 year old fort in Rajasthan, now converted to a hotel, Super warm & efficient staff who always made us feel like a guest at … Continue reading Alila fort Bishangarh (rajasthan)

yummrajNovember 2, 2019November 3, 20194 Comments

Awadhi (lucknow Dum cooking), Chettinad, India, Indian, Kolkata, South Indian

Riyasat (south city mall, kolkata)

In a NUtshell Loved eating out here, warm & efficient service, good decor, very good traditional Indian food with a twist, with two dishes as exception. Address & other details: riyasat Meal for 2: ₹2000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & … Continue reading Riyasat (south city mall, kolkata)

yummrajOctober 8, 2019October 8, 2019Leave a comment

Asian Cuisine, cambodia, cambodian

Eating out in Cambodia & visits to food market (siem reap)

Part 3 of 3 – siem reap continued To read part 1 of 3, please click here: Phnom Penh To read part 2 of 3, please click here: siem reap we got this customised trip to Cambodia arranged thru Veena world, mumbai – super happy with the attention to detail on everything & patient assistance by Mehul Deshpande. Onway to bantei Srei temple from siem … Continue reading Eating out in Cambodia & visits to food market (siem reap)

yummrajSeptember 18, 2019September 20, 2019Leave a comment

Asian Cuisine, cambodia, cambodian, Location of Restaurant / Food stall

Eating out in Cambodia (siem reap)

Cambodia trip Part 2 of 3 To read part 1 of 3, please click here: Phnom Penh Siem reap We stuck to our resolve that we will eat only local food in siem reap. Our tour guide Sayung (+855 89 809 908) was super enthusiastic & took our food mission very seriously. He actually was constantly thinking of how to give us new & different … Continue reading Eating out in Cambodia (siem reap)

yummrajSeptember 17, 2019September 17, 20192 Comments

Asian Cuisine, cambodia, cambodian, phnom phen

Eating out in Cambodia & visits to food market (phnom penh)

Cambodia trip Part 1 of 3 In a NUtshell A culinary treat for everyone with a wide palate, lots of vegetables but a bit restrictive for indian vegetarians as there is almost no milk / milk products & pulses in the diet. Address & other details: Cambodia Meal for 2: varied at different restaurants. Details in the note below Cuisine type : vegetarian & non … Continue reading Eating out in Cambodia & visits to food market (phnom penh)

yummrajSeptember 14, 2019September 18, 20192 Comments

faridabad, India, Indian, kashmiri

Kashmiri pandit food festival curated by by Rajni jinsi (radisson blu, Faridabad, NCR)

In a NUtshell Worth a drive from gurgaon to eat at this pop up – beautiful, thin, flavourful gravies that we fondly remember with joy. Not every dish was perfect but the overall joy of eating the food was immense. Address & other details: radisson blu Meal for 2: ₹4000 Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ … Continue reading Kashmiri pandit food festival curated by by Rajni jinsi (radisson blu, Faridabad, NCR)

yummrajSeptember 9, 2019September 10, 20193 Comments

Asian Cuisine, Continental Cuisine, India, Indian, Ladakhi, leh ladakh

Cafe TBQ (chalung house, leh, Ladakh)

This is a review of multiple meals we had at this homestAy in leh, Ladakh & also about the homestay itself. At this cafe all meals are made to order. Walk in customers (not guests at the homestAy) Can also order a day in advance from a set menu Or can discuss with shivendra (the one man chef cum home stay manager cum proprietor) In … Continue reading Cafe TBQ (chalung house, leh, Ladakh)

yummrajSeptember 8, 2019September 14, 20192 Comments

About Food, Indian, Mumbai, punjabi

Punjab beyond borders – a food pop up by home chef sherry malhotra (Bombay gymkhana, mumbai)

We had been to a pop up by home chef sherry malhotra at mustard & were blown over. So when we heard she is doing a pop up in Bombay gymkhana, we tagged on to a club member. Here is a guest blog by Harinder singh pelia In a NUtshell ‘Punjab beyond borders’ was a pop-up by home chef Sherry at the Bombay Gymkhana. A … Continue reading Punjab beyond borders – a food pop up by home chef sherry malhotra (Bombay gymkhana, mumbai)

yummrajJuly 14, 2019July 14, 2019Leave a comment

Chettinad, India, Mumbai, South Indian

The Canteen Chettinad table – May 2019 (the Bombay canteen, Kamala mills, mumbai)

In a NUtshell A very well planned meal with so many items but did not end up in a situation where one wud feel like bursting out at the end of the meal. The 4 kinds of rasam, the 4 kinds of chutneys were thoughtful & a class apart. Address & other details: the Bombay canteen Meal for 2: ₹3200 for veg & 3600 for … Continue reading The Canteen Chettinad table – May 2019 (the Bombay canteen, Kamala mills, mumbai)

yummrajJuly 6, 2019July 6, 2019Leave a comment

Continental Cuisine, India, Mumbai, Sri Lankan

Ministry of crab ( Zaveri house, khar, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: Absolutely bowled over by the freshness of ingredients, the expertise of cooking crabs & prawns in terms of retaining the perfect taste, texture & flavours – however, I have surely had better curry made by home chef Pia Promina who does crab & other pop ups at her Bandra home. MOC highly recommended for crab mains – u can easily pass off … Continue reading Ministry of crab ( Zaveri house, khar, mumbai)

yummrajJune 9, 2019June 10, 2019Leave a comment

India, Mumbai

Konkani Muslim Ramzan special (3rd to 9th June 2019, neel tote on the turf. Mahalakshmi , mumbai)

In a NUtshell: A super refreshing, very different, excellent ramzan dinner that will remain in our memory for long. Address & other details: Authenticook Meal for 2: ₹2800 Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one … Continue reading Konkani Muslim Ramzan special (3rd to 9th June 2019, neel tote on the turf. Mahalakshmi , mumbai)

yummrajJune 8, 2019Leave a comment

Assamese, Indian, Mumbai

Bohagi bidai festival by Gitika’s pakghor (pop up at APB cook studio , Chandivali, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: A brilliant, hardcore, authentic, Assamese tribal food pop up by gitika that marked the end of first month in Assamese calendar. Address & other details: gitika Meal for 2: ₹3400 Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com … Continue reading Bohagi bidai festival by Gitika’s pakghor (pop up at APB cook studio , Chandivali, mumbai)

yummrajMay 22, 2019May 22, 2019Leave a comment

Continental Cuisine, India, Italian, Mumbai

Cecconi’s (Soho house, Juhu Tara Road, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: A lovely restaurant by the sea, warm & inviting, very good & consistent Italian food, though not the best Italian in town. Address & other details: cecconi’s Meal for 2: ₹2000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips … Continue reading Cecconi’s (Soho house, Juhu Tara Road, mumbai)

yummrajMay 19, 2019Leave a comment

India, Indian, Mumbai

Tresind (inspire BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: 5/5 on showsha, great place to impress ur firang/ NRI friends who do not have much exposure to the real indian food, saw-tooth experience when it came to the food. It ranged from average to excellent. Nothing was outstanding in terms of taste, flavor & texture. Address & other details: tresind Meal for 2: ₹3000 Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian … Continue reading Tresind (inspire BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, mumbai)

yummrajMay 12, 2019May 12, 2019Leave a comment

About Food

Jumjoji (the orb, next to JW Marriott, sahar, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: A beautiful Parsi themed restaurant that has good service & some very good food. Address & other details: jumjoji To reach this place, go to the main entrance of JW Marriott sahar & once car security check is done, turn right. Meal for 2: ₹1500 Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited … Continue reading Jumjoji (the orb, next to JW Marriott, sahar, mumbai)

yummrajMay 3, 2019May 5, 20191 Comment

bengali, India, Indian, Kolkata

Ekdalia Rd (4/2 Ekdalia Road , kolkata)

This is a review of a pop up ‘Firinghee thala’ by food historian & culinary artist Pritha sen, at Ekdalia rd restaurant by Surojit rout, a Finance professional who worked as Solution Architect in Global IT firm who left his job in America to open this restaurant in kolkata In a NUtshell: A pop up that laid out dishes that showcase (with huge success), global … Continue reading Ekdalia Rd (4/2 Ekdalia Road , kolkata)

yummrajApril 27, 2019April 28, 20191 Comment

Indian, kathiawadi

Kathiawadi food festival by chef Dhawal Ajmera (Hornby’s pavilion, ITC grand central, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: A meal that gave us as much joy as we experienced after eating at Dum Pukht (not comparing cuisines but the sheer feeling of joy) – loved the chat with chef, his team mate , the thoughtfully laid out festival section, ingredients sourced from Gujarat, fabulous taste & textures & most importantly the fact that chef had the guts to offer home … Continue reading Kathiawadi food festival by chef Dhawal Ajmera (Hornby’s pavilion, ITC grand central, mumbai)

yummrajApril 11, 2019April 11, 20191 Comment

About Food, garhwali, India, Mumbai

Garhwali summer pop up menu by Rushina munshaw ghidiyal (APB cook studio, Chandivali, mumbai)

This meal was booked thru Authenticook.com – they arrange very interesting home meals across india. To read earlier reviews of food that we had thru Authenticook.com , pls click here. In a NUtshell: A Garhwali home food pop up that we will fondly remember for long – a beautiful evening spent with fellow foodies (never met before) , a talk about Garhwali food & a … Continue reading Garhwali summer pop up menu by Rushina munshaw ghidiyal (APB cook studio, Chandivali, mumbai)

yummrajApril 7, 2019April 7, 2019Leave a comment

American, Continental Cuisine, India, Mumbai

Americano (123,nagindas master road, Kala ghoda,fort, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: A 3 day old restaurant started by chef Alex Sanchez (former chef at The Table) in fort, mumbai, that serves slow American food (very different and refreshing offering than what most ‘American’ themed restaurants in india serve. Address & other details: americano Meal for 2: ₹800 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ … Continue reading Americano (123,nagindas master road, Kala ghoda,fort, mumbai)

yummrajMarch 22, 2019March 24, 2019Leave a comment

Gurgaon, India, Indian, north indian meals, punjabi

Kulcha walas (HUDA market sector 31, opp Bata showroom, gurgaon)

In a NUtshell: A small shop in a sector market in gurgaon with ‘stand and eat’ options for 4 groups of people, serves the finest kulchas compared to all kulchas I have had in gurgaon during my decade long stay. Address & other details: kulcha walas Meal for 2: ₹200 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were … Continue reading Kulcha walas (HUDA market sector 31, opp Bata showroom, gurgaon)

yummrajMarch 21, 2019March 21, 20194 Comments

Andhra, Awadhi (lucknow Dum cooking), bengali, Bihari, Chettinad, Delhi, East Indian, Goan, Hyderabadi, India, Indian, kashmiri, malabari, miscellaneous, Mughlai, Nizami, punjabi, Rajasthani, snack, South Indian

Anti clock (park inn by radisson, Moolchand, New Delhi)

In a NUtshell: A nice, evening place, with retro live music , serving Indian food (from across the country) by a chef who has thousands of fans in gurgaon – Sushmit Daniels Address & other details: anticlock Meal for 2: ₹700 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has … Continue reading Anti clock (park inn by radisson, Moolchand, New Delhi)

yummrajMarch 21, 2019March 21, 20197 Comments

Continental Cuisine, Gurgaon, India, Indian

Tasallibaqsh (gurgaon india)

Tasallibaqsh is an event conducted in gurgaon every week 6 months in a year – food, conversations and more. U can contact the organisers here In a NUtshell: An unforgettable evening with some great conversations and simply unparalleled food cooked by one man as his staff was away on leave!!!! Address & other details: tasallibaqsh Meal for 2: ₹3000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & … Continue reading Tasallibaqsh (gurgaon india)

yummrajMarch 17, 2019March 17, 20191 Comment

Gurgaon, India, Indian, rampuri

Gharana e Rampur festival by chef Osama jalali and his family (Asia alive, double tree by Hilton , gurgaon, sector 56)

This is a review of pop up of rampuri food by journalist, food writer, food historian Osama jalali, his mother and his wife. They work with the executive chef and his team Pop up ends 10th March 2019 In a nutshell: This was one of my most memorable dinners of this decade. a beautiful cuisine presented impeccably by Osama. Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed … Continue reading Gharana e Rampur festival by chef Osama jalali and his family (Asia alive, double tree by Hilton , gurgaon, sector 56)

yummrajMarch 10, 2019March 17, 20192 Comments

dimapur, India, Indian, Naga, Travel

International Loinloom festival (village diezephe, weaver’s place, near dimapur, Nagaland)

This is a travelogue on stay at weaver’s place and experiencing the Loinloom festival, organised by exotic echo. (Contactexoticecho@gmail.com) In a NUtshell: A memorable home stay in a real naga village, inside a traditional village bamboo hut on stilts, a never before exposure to weaving and weavers, unending conversations with some very interesting, passionate and talented people from around the world, beautiful music in the … Continue reading International Loinloom festival (village diezephe, weaver’s place, near dimapur, Nagaland)

yummrajFebruary 20, 2019February 20, 20199 Comments

India, Indian, kohima, Naga

Hornbill festival (Naga heritage village, Kohima, Nagaland)

This is a travelogue on visit to the annual hornbill festival held in Kohima. This trip was a part of Textile and bio diversity trail organised by exotic echo. (Contactexoticecho@gmail.com) In a NUtshell: A one of its kind showcase of culture, lifestyle and food of the different Naga tribes at one location – unmissable first time experience but might get repetitive on multiple visits. Short … Continue reading Hornbill festival (Naga heritage village, Kohima, Nagaland)

yummrajFebruary 12, 2019February 14, 2019Leave a comment

Assamese, India, Indian, majuli

Rishong’s family kitchen (La maison de Ananda, Majuli, Assam)

Stay at La Maison de Ananda and food at Rishong’s family kitchen was a part of Textile and bio diversity trail organised by exotic echo. (Contactexoticecho@gmail.com) In a NUtshell: A series of 3 dinners of home style food, cooked and served inside a traditional bamboo house on stilts, by a family from the Mising tribe of Assam – as authentic as it can get in … Continue reading Rishong’s family kitchen (La maison de Ananda, Majuli, Assam)

yummrajJanuary 6, 2019January 8, 20193 Comments

India, majuli, Travel

Majuli island (majuli , Assam)

This is a travelogue on majuli – a part of Textile and bio diversity trail organised by exotic echo (contactexoticecho@gmail.com) In a NUtshell: A wonderful trip to the World’s largest inhabited river island in mid of river Brahmaputra, Assam – a slice each of history, nature, food, performing arts, creative art and immense warmth of its people. Short description- in case u r in a … Continue reading Majuli island (majuli , Assam)

yummrajJanuary 1, 2019January 1, 2019Leave a comment

India, Indian, karbi anglong, manipuri

Meetei Manipuri hotel (karbi Anglong, silonijan, Assam – midway from dimapur to Jorhat)

Lunch at this restaurant was a part of Textile and bio diversity trail organised by exotic echo. In a NUtshell: A Manipuri ‘rice hotel’ with warm people and fabulous food. Address & other details: meetei manipuri Contactexoticecho@gmail.com Meal for 2: ₹800 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has … Continue reading Meetei Manipuri hotel (karbi Anglong, silonijan, Assam – midway from dimapur to Jorhat)

yummrajDecember 22, 2018December 22, 2018Leave a comment

dimapur, India, Indian, Naga

Naga morsel (EROS lane, DimApur, Nagaland)

In a NUtshell: A very interesting and unusual (for me) lunch that reinforced our thoughts on Naga cuisine, fast and efficient service, basic clean interiors, regular eating place for locals – not a fancy tourist trap. Address & other details:Naga morsel Meal for 2: ₹200 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ … Continue reading Naga morsel (EROS lane, DimApur, Nagaland)

yummrajDecember 18, 2018December 22, 2018Leave a comment

Assamese, India, Indian, majuli

Lunch at a boha (residence of vaishnavite) of Shri Shri Bengenaati Satra (Majuli island, Assam)

Lunch at this grihasthi satra family home was a part of Textile and bio diversity trail organised by exotic echo. In a NUtshell: A wonderful lunch experience at a grihastra satra (someone’s home) with fantastic vaishnavite Satvik vegetarian food. Address & other details: Contactexoticecho@gmail.com Meal for 2: ₹300 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian, mostly Satvik Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited … Continue reading Lunch at a boha (residence of vaishnavite) of Shri Shri Bengenaati Satra (Majuli island, Assam)

yummrajDecember 16, 2018December 22, 20183 Comments

Assamese, India, Indian, majuli

Lunch at Ms. Lakhiprobha Deori’s traditional deori tribal house (Major Deori village, Majuli island, Assam)

Lunch at this deori family home was a part of Textile and bio diversity trail organised by exotic echo. In a NUtshell: A memorable lunch at a deori tribal home with great conversation and fantastic food and freshly brewed rice wine. Address & other details: exotic echo Contactexoticecho@gmail.com Meal for 2: ₹800 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries … Continue reading Lunch at Ms. Lakhiprobha Deori’s traditional deori tribal house (Major Deori village, Majuli island, Assam)

yummrajDecember 16, 2018December 22, 201812 Comments

Ahmedabad, Asian Cuisine, Continental Cuisine, India, Indian, South Indian

Sante spa cuisine (second floor, The White Crow store, Ahmedabad)

In a NUtshell: A unique and outstanding restaurant in town that serves very good and interesting healthy vegetarian fusion food from across the world that tastes good too. Address & other details: Sante spa cuisine Meal for 2: ₹700 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian only Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full … Continue reading Sante spa cuisine (second floor, The White Crow store, Ahmedabad)

yummrajDecember 1, 2018December 1, 2018Leave a comment

Asian Cuisine, chinese, India, Indonesian, Kolkata, Korean, Malaysian, Thai, vietnamese

Vintage Asia (JW Marriott, near science city, kolkata)

In a nutshell: A visually beautiful restaurant in JW Marriott hotel that has outstanding warm yet professional service, nice ambience and some good Asian food Address & other details: vintage Asia Meal for 2: ₹3000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & Nonvegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips … Continue reading Vintage Asia (JW Marriott, near science city, kolkata)

yummrajOctober 28, 2018October 28, 2018Leave a comment

bengali, India, Indian, Kolkata

Hotel Tarun Niketan (on rashbehari avenue, between Tara road and Raja Basanta Roy Road, kolkata)

This is a part of series on decades old pice hotels of kolkata where almost nothing has changed over time and they still serve freshly made food from catch of the day and usually serve at cheap prices as compared to any restaurant In a nutshell: A 104 years old pice hotel where time seemed to stand still, a visually missable facade on an important … Continue reading Hotel Tarun Niketan (on rashbehari avenue, between Tara road and Raja Basanta Roy Road, kolkata)

yummrajOctober 26, 2018October 26, 20181 Comment

Asian Cuisine, bhutanese, chinese, India, Kolkata, Tibetan

Shim shim ( bright street, Park Circus KOLKATA)

In a nutshell: A relatively new tibetan food restaurant in a very unlikely location that serves some great Tibetan and other oriental style beef dishes Address & other details: shim shim Meal for 2: ₹300 onwards Cuisine type : Very few vegetarian, mostly Nonvegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill … Continue reading Shim shim ( bright street, Park Circus KOLKATA)

yummrajOctober 9, 2018October 26, 2018Leave a comment

About Food

Rivers to oceans (palladium mall, Lower Parel, mumbai)

In a nutshell: A nice ,large, new restaurant that serves some excellent sea food in close to authentic way – a good place for a catch up with foodie friends Address & other details: rivers to oceans Meal for 2: ₹1500 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has … Continue reading Rivers to oceans (palladium mall, Lower Parel, mumbai)

yummrajOctober 2, 2018October 2, 2018Leave a comment

bengali, India, Indian, Kolkata, sweet shop, sweets

Adhar chandra Das krishnanagar (stall, Biswa Bangla haat, Rajarhat, kolkata)

In a nutshell: A pop up stall in Kolkata of an 80 year old sweet shop in krishnanagar that serves very different and nice Bengali sweets – worth a try Address & other details: adhar Chandra Das Meal for 2: ₹30 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the … Continue reading Adhar chandra Das krishnanagar (stall, Biswa Bangla haat, Rajarhat, kolkata)

yummrajOctober 2, 2018October 2, 2018Leave a comment

bengali, India, Indian, Kolkata

Hotel sidheswari ashram (19, Rani rashmoni Road, new market area, Kolkata)

This is a part of series on decades old pice hotels of kolkata where almost nothing has changed over time and they still serve freshly made food from catch of the day and usually serve at cheap prices as compared to any restaurant In a nutshell: A 80 year old pice hotel that has the original eatery intact and has added a new air conditioned … Continue reading Hotel sidheswari ashram (19, Rani rashmoni Road, new market area, Kolkata)

yummrajSeptember 26, 2018October 2, 20181 Comment

Continental Cuisine, India, Italian, shilim

Mountain bar and bistro (Hilton shillim, shilimb, near Lonavala, Maharashtra)

In a nutshell: A partially covered, rest open , restaurant with stunning views of the Sahyadri range of mountains, warm service and excellent food. Address & other details: mountain bar and bistro Meal for 2: ₹1500 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill … Continue reading Mountain bar and bistro (Hilton shillim, shilimb, near Lonavala, Maharashtra)

yummrajSeptember 24, 2018October 2, 2018Leave a comment

bengali, Continental Cuisine, french, India, Indian, Mumbai

Mustard (ground floor, atria mall, Worli, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: An interesting, beautiful, concept restaurant that serves French and Bengali cuisine, lovely drinks, has warm hospitality, a super fun to read, chatty menu card, good French food (mumbai has better) and undoubtedly the best in town Bengali food that is ahead of competition by thousands of miles. Address & other details: Mustard Meal for 2: ₹1500 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & … Continue reading Mustard (ground floor, atria mall, Worli, mumbai)

yummrajSeptember 15, 2018September 16, 2018Leave a comment

Asian Cuisine, Bakery & Breakfast, Continental Cuisine, desserts, India, Indian, shilim

Terrazzo (Hilton Shillim, shilimb, bear Lonavala, Maharashtra)

In a nutshell: A Large restaurant with interior and open air seating, good service , serves average to good food in general and excellent ones at times. Address & other details: terrazzo Meal for 2: ₹1500 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill … Continue reading Terrazzo (Hilton Shillim, shilimb, bear Lonavala, Maharashtra)

yummrajSeptember 13, 2018September 13, 2018Leave a comment

Awadhi (lucknow Dum cooking), Bohri, East Indian, Hyderabadi, India, Indian, kashmiri, Kerala, Maharashtrian, Mangalorean, Mumbai, Rajasthani, South Indian, sweets

Bakr Eid special Nose to tail goat festival at the Bombay canteen (Kamala mills, Lower Parel, mumbai)

The Bombay canteen Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have even one featured / sponsored reviews. We booked thru an app and paid in advance. Only alcoholic drinks were charged as per menu card. YUMMRAJ believes in going to a restaurant in anonymity, as a normal guest, … Continue reading Bakr Eid special Nose to tail goat festival at the Bombay canteen (Kamala mills, Lower Parel, mumbai)

yummrajAugust 21, 2018August 21, 2018Leave a comment

Continental Cuisine, India, Indian, Mumbai

Sante spa cuisine (ground floor, first international financial center, Bandra Kurla complex, BKC, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: A nice new restaurant that serves very good and interesting healthy vegetarian fusion food from across the world Address & other details: Sante spa cuisine Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by YUMMRAJ himself & he has paid for the full Bill & tips also. http://www.yummraj.com does not have … Continue reading Sante spa cuisine (ground floor, first international financial center, Bandra Kurla complex, BKC, mumbai)

yummrajAugust 5, 2018August 21, 2018Leave a comment

India, udaipur

Taj lake palace, Udaipur

This is a review of stay at taj Lake Palace. Restaurants have been reviewed separately. In a NUtshell: Priceless experience that we would fondly remember forever – though pricier than some foreign trips, I would say it is worth saving up for months to go for it. Address & other details: Taj Lake Palace Stay for 2: 20k onwards Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ … Continue reading Taj lake palace, Udaipur

yummrajJuly 29, 2018July 29, 20182 Comments

Asian Cuisine, Continental Cuisine, India, Indian, jodhpuri, Rajasthani, udaipur

Jharokha (taj lake palace Udaipur)

In a NUtshell: A series of three memorable meals sitting in an alcove of a beautiful restaurant, situated inside a 270 year old palace (now converted to a heritage hotel) that is situated in the middle of a huge lake, tajness all over in the warm yet professional service and generally good food with some ups and downs. Address & other details: jharokha Meal for … Continue reading Jharokha (taj lake palace Udaipur)

yummrajJuly 26, 2018July 29, 20181 Comment

Indian, Rajasthani, udaipur

Neel Kamal (taj lake palace Udaipur)

This restaurant opens only for dinner and can be accessed only by people staying at taj lake palace In a NUtshell: A memorable rajasthani dinner in a beautiful restaurant inside a 270 year old palace (now converted to a heritage hotel) that is situated in the middle of a huge lake, accompanied by live instrumental music by a music guru, tajness all over in the … Continue reading Neel Kamal (taj lake palace Udaipur)

yummrajJuly 24, 2018July 29, 20182 Comments

Bihari, India, Indian, Mumbai

Magadh festival @neel, tote on the turf (mahalakshmi race course, mumbai)

In a NUtshell: A memorable lunch curated by home chef Chandana, organised by authentic food at neel restaurant – great selection of items that included the usual suspects and also the totally unexpected , almost home like food re-created at a restaurant kitchen, great service, lovely ambience and more Address & other details: Authenticook Neel Meal for 2: ₹1200 for vegetarian meal and ₹1400 for … Continue reading Magadh festival @neel, tote on the turf (mahalakshmi race course, mumbai)

yummrajJuly 21, 2018July 29, 20184 Comments

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