Well, that really is the million dollar question! When you go on a pilgrimage, you are at peace with yourself – talking inwardly to God and trying to shake away the surroundings around you. Not at Shirdi though. Appalling as it may sound, when you reach Shirdi, you will find […]
In Mumbai, we keep eulogising about the rains and swear by its effect on the countryside. So many of my posts have rains/monsoons in center-stage — eg, Bhandardara, Matheran. And so, two weeks back when we were on our way to Shirdi via Nashik Expressway, I, honestly speaking, thought nothing […]
Where do you get the best Pav-Bhaji in Mumbai? The answer is almost a no-brainer – Amar Juice Centre in Ville Parle. Yes, they are the same joint who got into a lot of trouble with the authorities and the Juhu residents last year. The bone of contention was the […]
Shirdi, in Maharashtra, is one of the most popular religious tourist destinations in India, with devotees of Sai Baba from across the country and beyond thronging it throughout the year. Just about 200 kms away from Mumbai, you will find most people opting to drive down to Shirdi. The route […]
Suhel Seth once famously said, “Mumbai believes Bade Mian makes the best kababs: in Delhi, Bade Mian would not even be hired to operate a school canteen.” And more recently, a friend wrote in to say that Bade Miyan is all hype and not worth the high rates they charge! […]
Muchhaad Paanwalla at Breach Candy in Mumbai. Oh, haven’t you heard about them? They are famous all over Mumbai and outside for doling out some unimaginable types of Paan – Chocolate Paan, Strawberry Paan, Rasberry Paan (spelt Rashbhari in their menu!)!!! It appears to me, they make a Paan of […]
One section of the Crawford Market in Mumbai has about 20-25 shops that sell various breeds of cats and dogs, different types of birds, fishes for the aquarium and large indoor rabbit cage filled with rabbits too. Enter from the main entry gate of Crawford Market, turn right, take the […]
Poush Mela in Shantiniketan showcases Bauls coming to perform at the Mela from numerous villages in West Bengal. The evenings at the Poush Mela are mostly reserved for the Baul songs. Who are the Bauls? Bauls are the famous wandering minstrels of Bengal, known for their songs on poet Lalon […]