The Oak Barrel, Panjim – I’ve saved the best for last!

The Oak Barrel, Panjim – I’ve saved the best for last!

Edit: The Oak Barrel has permanently shut down. Whew! I’ve finally come to the end of my string of restaurant reviews in Goa. From Tio Tillys to Yaki Zushi, Marriott to Grand Hyatt, Caravela Cafe to Cluck Tales – this trip sure had me piling on the kilos. However, I…

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Grandmother’s Hole Beach – one of Goa’s many hidden gems

Grandmother’s Hole Beach – one of Goa’s many hidden gems

The beaches closest to my home in North Goa are congested, and chaotic and suffer from a serious overdose of people. Luckily, (or unluckily) … View Post
Caravela Cafe, Panjim – English Breakfasts & Goan Treats

Caravela Cafe, Panjim – English Breakfasts & Goan Treats

If you’re wondering where Caravela Café is, you’d be surprised to know that you’ve most definitely driven past it as you … View Post
Cluck Tales, Panjim – For the love of chicken!

Cluck Tales, Panjim – For the love of chicken!

Edit : This restaurant is permanently closed. You know what to expect with a name like ‘Cluck Tales’ – chicken served in a myriad of ways. … View Post
Yaki Zushi – Goa’s most popular Sushi restaurant

Yaki Zushi – Goa’s most popular Sushi restaurant

A lot of folks from the Saligao-Sangolda-Porvorim area, and even beyond would have dined at Alua, Salgolda. Back in the day (getting old, I … View Post
An eco-friendly fashion statement – Ninoshka, Goa

An eco-friendly fashion statement – Ninoshka, Goa

Goa-based fashion designer Ninoshka Alvares-Delaney is one to watch! This fashion pioneer from Saligao is in the organic fashion space and was recently honored … View Post
A culinary journey through India with Marriott, Goa

A culinary journey through India with Marriott, Goa

I’ve always believed that India’s real riches are the diversity of food it offers – food that’s as multi-flavoured as the country … View Post
Rajasthani Food Festival at Grand Hyatt, Goa

Rajasthani Food Festival at Grand Hyatt, Goa

The Rajasthani Food Festival is underway at Grand Hyatt, Goa and ends on the 16th of August. It was my first time visiting the … View Post
Restaurant Guide to Vasai – #TGGFinds

Restaurant Guide to Vasai – #TGGFinds

I know I know… Vasaiiiiiii… How did I land up in this part of the world, you ask? Well, why not! If you’ve … View Post
Would you visit a place you’ve already traveled to?

Would you visit a place you’ve already traveled to?

During the last half decade or so in Mumbai, I’ve traveled to a number of places around the city for short weekend breaks. … View Post
Casa De La Luna, Alibaug – Hotel Review

Casa De La Luna, Alibaug – Hotel Review

Who knew that a weekend at Casa De La Luna was exactly what I needed after an extremely tiring few weeks. I snuck away … View Post