Lunching with Locals in Kolkata? (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.) Since I first heard about Traveling Spoon I’ve loved the idea. It brings travellers together with local hosts who want to share an authentic experience of regional […]
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So Grand at the Oberoi Kolkata!
The Oberoi Grand Kolkata is THE Place to Stay (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.) When I start to plan a trip I always look for a great place to stay. Somewhere well located with heritage, personality, and […]
Fascinating Up Close and Personal Tours of Calcutta’s Lesser Known Personalities
Getting Below the Surface of Calcutta’s Rich Layers (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.) Everyone will tell you to visit the Victoria Memorial in Calcutta (Kolkata) and that is indeed a good thing to do. The building and […]
Kolkata – A sneak peak!
Heading to Kolkata – What to Expect! For the first time I’m visiting Kolkata and I’ve scoped out a week of best spots to eat, see, do and stay to share with you! But I also want to know if I’ve missed any must sees, must dos or must eats! Kolkata is the second largest […]
Enjoy Great Local Experiences in Kerala
Must Know Local Experience Tips for Visiting Kochi and Munnar After enjoying Fort Kochi for a few days it’s lovely to take a trip to Munnar Hill Station. It’s a comfortable four hour trip by road and you’ll be rewarded by some spectacular scenery. It’s also an excellent way to have a local, relaxed Kerala […]
Fort Kochi – great spots to eat!
My Favourite Restaurants in Fort Kochi After trying quite a few eateries on my four visits to Fort Kochi, I’ve honed a small list of my very favourite places for lunch or dinner. They are all within walking distance of Eighth Bastion and Brunton’s Boatyard. However, do know that like many restaurants in Fort Kochi, […]