Get ready to trade in your paneer and butter chicken for a culinary journey exploring the unparalleled flavors of South Indian cuisine. This vibrant and diverse cuisine showcases a masterful combination of carefully selected spices, luscious coconut-based gravies, succulent seafood, and delectable rice-based dishes. From the tangy flavors of Andhra…
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Updated: January 2026 – Best Kebabs in Goa Here’s an interesting piece of food trivia for you: a tikki/tikka and a kebab are two very different things. Tikka are small, marinated pieces of meat that may be cooked in a tandoor, while a kebab typically involves minced meat, grilled or…
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Palolem, a paradise nestled in the southern part of Goa, welcomes a diverse number of tourists every year. While it may not be as bustling as the beaches up north, Palolem is known for its serene beauty and mesmerizing sunsets. Surprisingly, the restaurants in Palolem are equally captivating, boasting a…
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Ashwem, nestled in the vibrant coastal state of Goa, is a must-visit culinary destination for food enthusiasts. Although I haven’t had the chance to explore all the restaurants in Ashwem, I can confidently recommend two exceptional dining experiences that stand out as the best of the best. Restaurants in Ashwem…
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Updated: January 2026 Assagao, the once-charming village in Goa, has blossomed into the ‘Beverly Hills’ of Goa, boasting high-end villas, trendy cafes, and a vibrant dining scene. Though it has seen many, many restaurants come and go, Assagao retains its unique character with a mix of old Goan houses, natural…
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Saligao, a treasure trove that holds onto its Goan heritage, resembles the villages of old. In the nostalgic days of my childhood, Saligao remained untouched, devoid of any restaurants except for the humble China Highway stall nestled in the football field. If you were driving down CHOGM Road between the…
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I came across something strange the other day. When I googled ‘Vegetarian Restaurants in Goa,’ my search results threw up some weird results. Popular publications featured restaurants like Brittos, known for its lobster, Jamun, a high-end Goan restaurant serving beef and fish, Sakana, famous for its sushi, and Copperleaf, renowned…
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Hundreds of thousands of Goans live, work, and study in the Middle East. My parents did too, for close to 2 decades. You would think that given how large the Goans diaspora is in the Gulf, we’d have a wider range of Middle Eastern food and restaurants, but alas, we…
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Local bars and taverns have been an integral part of Goa’s local culture for generations. Every evening, men from villages around the state would make their way to their neighborhood watering hole for some local alcohol, chit-chat, and pass-time. While many local Goan dive bars still see only the village…
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I don’t know about you, but for me, Friday nights are when I crave some cheesy Italian goodness! Either that or a great burger! Goa loves its pizza and this Italian staple has come a long way with pizza joints taking their cheeses seriously, importing good ingredients, growing their own…
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Is there anything more tragic than a sad, little soggy croissant? There is! It’s bread disguised as a croissant? *shudder* These baked beauties aren’t hard to find in Goa, so for all of you seeking a croissant that stays true to its French roots, read on for your favourite Goan…
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