By Pamela Nandi | Jun 27, 2025 Kerala, often referred to as “God’s Own Country,” is not just a destination of scenic backwaters and misty hill stations—it’s a mosaic of traditions, spices, and unforgettable flavors. During my recent journey through this lush southern state, I embarked on a vibrant culinary adventure that awakened my senses…
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A Self-Pampering Birthday Escape to God’s Own Country: Kerala, India
By Pamela Nandi | Jun 07, 2025 For my birthday, I gifted myself the ultimate solo pampering retreat. It was a 6-day escape to the serene landscapes of Kerala, India famously known as God’s Own Country. Here’s a glimpse of my leisurely vacation, captured through my lens. 📍 Destinations: Poovar • Kovalam • Alleppey •…
FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites | Guide for Durga Puja 2020
By Pamela Nandi | Oct 20, 2020 The most religious occasions, Durga Puja cannot be toned down in this pandemic year due to COVID-19 and the hospitality industry have deployed adequate control measures by increasing the focus on food safety, sanitizing and cleaning practices from farm to fork and daily temperature checks of the kitchen…
Indulged Into Coastal Aromas Of Andhra at Hyderabad Sheraton
By Pamela Nandi | Aug 05, 2020 Telugu cuisine native to the Telugu people from the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, South India is known for its tangy, hot and spicy taste has given an abundance of delicious recipes, due to its diverse culture and topography. Miss those appetizing breakfasts for busy mornings –…
FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites |Guide for Durga Puja 2019
By Pamela Nandi | Oct 05, 2019 With the festive fever at its peak and Kolkata truly coming alive during this grand festival, starting from street food to bhog, the city boasts to indulge in the food scenes of Old Bengal to celebrate the special days. SHARING MY PUJO FAVOURITES IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER – FESTIVE…
FOODAHOLIC’S Guide for Nababorsho 2019
By Pamela Nandi | Apr 15, 2019 Celebrate ‘Nabobarsha’ or ‘Poila Baisakh’ in full ‘bangaliana’ by tucking into one of these decadent eateries laden with the traditional preparations to welcome ‘Bengali New Year‘. Kolkata being synonymous with food—from street food to restaurant, the foodies can savour the delightful combination while enjoying the festive flavours. Here’s…
Coastal Flavours on the Plate, Surfire – The Coastal Cafe
By Pamela Nandi | Oct 22, 2018 Welcome to Surfire – The Coastal Cafe to indulge your buds with the southern flavours – a 32 seater eatery located near Mudiali Club and Menoka Cinema, Southern Avenue. The cafe has launched a new dining concept that brings all the unique culinary techniques packed with a mouthful…
FOODAHOLIC’S Favourites |Guide for Durga Puja 2018
By Pamela Nandi | Oct 13, 2018 The countdown has begun – and the city is decked up to shower warm welcome to the biggest festival – Durga Puja. It’s Goddess Durga’s homecoming with her children after a long wait which also marks the homecoming of millions of Bengalis as well. This grand festival –…
Food Guide | Durga Pujo, 2018
By Pamela Nandi | Oct 05, 2018 Kolkata truly comes alive during Durga Pujo. The frenzy – inarguably difficult to find it anywhere else – is exemplary. DurgaPujo in Kolkata is synonymous with food—from street food to bhog, the city offers a myriad of choices for foodies to indulge. The five days of celebrations are…
Gastronomical Ride to South India for Kerela Relief Fund, WaterSide Cafe – Hyatt Regency Kolkata
By Pamela Nandi | Sep 14, 2018 Can you hear the sound of spluttering mustard seeds or wooden and the earthy aroma of curry leaves flowing in the air? Yes, you are absolutely right. The kitchen is getting ready to whip up your plate and take you for a gastronomical ride to South India. Hyatt…
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