Long before cinema gained popularity and became accessible as it is today, books played a vital role in transporting us to a world away from our daily humdrum. These books told stories in which the characters were so relatable that our lives become intertwined in theirs. We were […]
Vancouver may not be world-renown yet for its great restaurant scene, but it is definitely beginning to make itself known. The city is home to a treasure of wonderful restaurants of all varieties, particularly Asian and farm-to-table cuisine. Whether you’re visiting Vancouver for business or pleasure, make it […]
Neon signs, graffiti on tin sheets, brick walls, metal cages, chains, and the Underground; there’s a definite American vibe to Holy Moly that is both inviting and a little out of the box. Situated inside Grand Central in Birmingham, UK, Holy Moly is comfort food central. The menu […]
Serving a range of inventive Indian dishes in not so bite-sized portions, Punjab Grill Tappa is an attempt by the brand to go contemporary in its approach. From modern interiors to food that is as unique in taste as it is to look at, there is a lot […]
Considered among the best Japanese restaurants in all of New Delhi, En has everything going for it. But as I discovered, something is missing – a certain sophistication that is an essential aspect of Japanese cuisine. I had wanted to eat at En for the longest of time. […]
With Tapas Revolution, Madrid born Omar Allibhoy, the brains behind the successful chain, has done for Spanish cuisine what Yo Sushi did for Japanese. Situated inside Grand Central in Birmingham, UK, Tapas Revolution attracts visitors with its big signs advertising churros. I passed by it on a busy […]
Walking into UCH-Rewind, I never expected it to replicate the vintage charm of United Coffee House in Connaught Place. There are apparent differences regarding the food on offer and overall look of the place, but the new “brand” stays as close to the original as possible. Moreover, it […]
A hip and trendy restaurant serving Vietnamese street food, Pho is quite a feast for both, the eyes and the taste buds. Situated on the first floor of Grand Central, Birmingham it impresses with friendly service and importance given to authentic flavours that stay true to Asia. As […]
Photo – AccorHotels Amsterdam’s popularity as a premier European tourist destination means hotels in the city are always in demand. The good thing about the city is that there is something for every budget. Be it a backpacker looking for a cheap hostel, a couple on a romantic […]
Delicious drool-worthy bursts of flavours, Sushi Junction, is the go-to place in the Delhi NCR region for home-delivered Japanese cuisine. Ordering from Sushi Junction was an affair of many firsts for me. It was the first time I was seduced – hence the affair – by their excessive […]
Look at any movie list, and you are bound to find a fair share of cult, classic, and modern-classic films. But, the chances of coming across a “modern cult classic” are pretty slim. Gangs of Wasseypur has in its own way redefined Indian cinema. It ran for over […]
Once in a while a book comes along that makes you want to give up reading. It makes you cringe because while it has its heart in the right place, some fundamental aspects of writing a book are ignored, resulting in it being close to torture. Amar Akbar […]
It’s not an easy task to write about a film that has been called “one of the greatest films ever made in Indian cinema”. Not only was the film exceptional, on numerous levels, but the fact that it took 16 years from the start of shooting till its […]
Singapore is the perfect destination for all kinds of travellers. Whether you are on business, looking to have a relaxing, romantic vacation, want to immerse yourself in gastronomic delicacies, or just need to spend time with your family, Singapore has achieved the designation as the go-to destination for […]
It’s hard to review a book like Satyajit Ray’s Ravi Shankar primarily because it is more of a collector’s item, and is also likely to appeal mainly to hardcore cinephiles or music enthusiasts. While on the surface it is the untold story of the documentary that Satyajit Ray […]
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