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chandigarh, India, Indian, punjabi

Hansali organic farm (A farm stay near Chandigarh)

In a nutshell: ‘A first of its kind’ experience for us staying in a farm (plants, poultry & animals) overnight, experiencing the activities close, topped by one of the top 5 best punjabi food experiences of our life. Conversations with the immensely articulate, enthusiastic & technically knowledgeable current owner of the farm, Pavail gave us a good understanding of the subject. A long chat with … Continue reading Hansali organic farm (A farm stay near Chandigarh)

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About Food, India, Indian

A road-trip to Himachal Pradesh – Part 1 of 3, The lodge at wah & wah tea estate (Palampur, Himachal Pradesh)

In a nutshell: The trip turned out to be an intense, not so logistically smooth (due to unexpected heavy rains, landslides & resulting diversions to village roads off from highways), bordering adventurous & deeply insightful & highly enjoyable. The lodge at Wah is surely a 5 star among home stays we have ever stayed – for the honesty with which the traditional concept house has … Continue reading A road-trip to Himachal Pradesh – Part 1 of 3, The lodge at wah & wah tea estate (Palampur, Himachal Pradesh)

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India, Lucknow, Travel

Seeing Lucknow with Samir Kher – Deep Dive India

In a nutshell: Few people stand out in our many years of travel & food experiences – for sure Deep dive India founded by Samir is in our top 5 list It’s an art that Samir has mastered, to paint a live picture of a bygone past , while standing in it’s physical remnants. Walk with Samir is an Unmissable experience if you are in … Continue reading Seeing Lucknow with Samir Kher – Deep Dive India

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DArjeeling local food, Dhaba near me, himachal pradesh larji, himalayan, India, Indian

Tenzin fast food (near Bus Stop, SH11, Larji, Kotla, Himachal Pradesh)

In a nutshell: A hidden gem where we were lucky to go, thanks to our guide for the trip Passang Sherpa. Outstanding food made from scratch by the couple who run this eatery. A fabulous culture trip to Himachal Pradesh organized by vana safaris Address & other details: Tenzin Larji is the place from where the roads to tirthan & sainj split Meal for 2: … Continue reading Tenzin fast food (near Bus Stop, SH11, Larji, Kotla, Himachal Pradesh)

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abhaneri, India, Indian, Location of Restaurant / Food stall, Rajasthani, Travel

Chand bawri & Harshat Mata temple, lunch at Abhaneri Women’s arts (off new jaipur Highway, abhaneri, near jaipur, Rajasthan)

In a nutshell: A memorable day trip, a 2.5 hours drive from Gurgaon through the New Delhi mumbai expressway, two millennia plus old stunningly beautiful monuments maintained very well & lunch at a restaurant where food is cooked by the ladies of the restaurant owner’s family & food is served by the male members. Address & other details: Chand bawri – google map Abhaneri Women’s … Continue reading Chand bawri & Harshat Mata temple, lunch at Abhaneri Women’s arts (off new jaipur Highway, abhaneri, near jaipur, Rajasthan)

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Delhi, India, Indian, kayasth

Raagas & recipes 2.0 (a pop up by anoothi vishal at The Park, Janpath, New Delhi)

Mathur khatirdari with anoothi vishal In a nutshell: Our second experience of Mathur food pop up by author, columnist & food historian, Anoothi Vishal turned out super memorable once again – really good home-cooked like food, with great attention to detail, served in a beautiful hotel restaurant, with outstanding service. Address & other details: the park Facebook : anoothi vishal, the park Instagram : anoothi … Continue reading Raagas & recipes 2.0 (a pop up by anoothi vishal at The Park, Janpath, New Delhi)

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American, Bakery & Breakfast, Continental Cuisine, European, french, India, Lucknow, snack

Bonita Bakehouse & Cafe (Gokhale marg, Gokhale vihar, Butler colony, Lucknow)

In a nutshell: A really nice 6 month old cafe where the team is focussed on serving good food & beverages, indoor & outdoor seating. Warm staff & really good food & beverages. Address & other details: BonitaFacebook : BonitaInstagram : Bonita Meal for 2: ₹1000 onwards Cuisine type : vegetarian & non vegetarian Disclaimer: All restaurants / eateries reviewed by YUMMRAJ were visited by … Continue reading Bonita Bakehouse & Cafe (Gokhale marg, Gokhale vihar, Butler colony, Lucknow)

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Continental Cuisine, DArjeeling local food, India, Indian, kurseong, north indian meals

About tea in general, the story of Darjeeling Tea & a trip to Kurseong to stay at Chia kutir Darjeeling, Makaibari Estates

The first part is all about Darjeeling tea & the second part is a review of our stay at Taj Chia Kutir In a nutshell: A beautiful stay at a lovely villa inside a beautiful property inside Makaibari tea estate, warm hosts, good food, great activities conducted by the hotel. Some seriously disappointing tea at breakfast & very disturbing ‘high tea’!!!! Address & other details: … Continue reading About tea in general, the story of Darjeeling Tea & a trip to Kurseong to stay at Chia kutir Darjeeling, Makaibari Estates

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India, Indian, kashmiri, srinagar

Nadis (Harwan Road, Srinagar)

This is a review of restaurant at Nadis. They have accommodation too. Read our earlier post on food in kashmir here – click In a nutshell: A super cool chill-zone cum library cum cafe & restaurant with a wonderful view. The food here tastes totally like home cooked though it is not!! We were bowled over by the simplicity of the food, the attention to … Continue reading Nadis (Harwan Road, Srinagar)

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banarasi, desserts, India, Indian, Kerala, north indian meals, North Indian Snacks & meals, north Indian snacks (street food), paan, snack, streetfood, Travel, varanasi

Food during the trip to Varanasi on Dev Deepawali 2022. Part 2 of 2

Please read the part 1 of 2 by clicking on the link here: Part 1 of 2 This part is about the food we had during this particular trip. This is neither a general commentary on food in Varanasi, nor is it a comprehensive guide to food in Varanasi. In a nutshell: In this trip we enjoyed two unbelievably good home cooked meals, food at … Continue reading Food during the trip to Varanasi on Dev Deepawali 2022. Part 2 of 2

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