Surprising Calcutta (Kolkata)! Before I started my trip, I thought I had a good idea of what Calcutta would be like. But I seriously underestimated what I would enjoy most. Here in a nutshell are twelve reasons why I would recommend Kolkata for a great travel experience and why I just have to come back. […]
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100 Recipes from CGH Earth’s Chefs Across South India
Explore the Diverse Cuisines of South India with CGH Earth’s Chefs The cuisines of South India cover an abundance of dishes and accompaniments that highlight local produce, old colonial relationships and historic trading partnerships. Aromatic fresh and dried spices, fruits, herbs, fresh coconut, flavouring vegetables and delicate oils are carefully blended to create gravies and […]
Four Fabulous Dal’s from Jasmine Villa’s Fort Kochi Cookery Class!
Road Testing Jasmine’s Cookery Class I’ve done a couple of other cooking classes in Fort Kochi before, but the thing I really liked about my class with Jasmine was that it was completely tailored to what I needed. It was more like sitting with an aunty who’s a great cook and has promised to share […]
A First-timers Top South India Itinerary
South India the Easy Way for First-Timers to India Readers of Food and Travel Secrets will know I’m a real South India fan. But I have a passion! To share and delight more people with their own South India experience. For those travelling to India for the first time, there needs to be an easy […]
Chittoor Kottaram – Live Like the Kochi Raja!
Chittoor Kottaram – Palace Life for that Extra Special Experience! (To open the embedded Facebook posts fully for the recipes and details, just click on the date/time under the heading Food and Travel Secrets.) A Royal Arrival at Chittoor Kottaram Palace If you are celebrating a special occasion, or want a grand finale to your South […]
David Hall Art Gallery and Cafe – Fort Kochi
David Hall Art Gallery and Cafe – Capturing the Essence of Fort Kochi (To open the embedded Facebook posts fully for the recipes and details from David Hall, just click on the date/time under the heading Food and Travel Secrets.) Fort Kochi in Kerala is full of boutiques for browsing and cafes for coffee surrounded by […]