I reached Kaza in April, when many stays were still not fully operational and the asking prices at some small homestays felt difficult to justify. We checked several places before arriving at Hotel The Spiti Kaza, the Himachal Pradesh Tourism property in Kaza. A cottage was available, the mountain view was open, parking was straightforward,…
The valley looked excellent from the balcony, but the room and service did not match that first impression. We stopped at Gadegal Homestay while returning home from Kaza, using it as an overnight break between the Spiti side and Gurgaon. This Gadegal Homestay Narkanda review is based on that stay, not a quick property visit….
I went to Yeti at Cross Point Mall on a Saturday for one simple reason. Good noodles are surprisingly hard to find in Gurgaon, and this was one of the places I already associated with a dependable bowl. The visit also gave me a chance to show the restaurant properly, from the entrance and Tibetan-style…
My DJI Osmo Action 6 Adventure Combo review covers the unboxing, included accessories, first sample footage and what still needs proper travel testing.
My egg shakshuka recipe uses tomatoes, Indian spices, three eggs and cheese in one pan, served hot with methi parathas.
My honest Jugnoo Cafe Leopard Trail review covers the garden ambience, food, ₹2,200-plus bill, service, parking and whether I would return.
A first-hand Carnatic Cafe Gurgaon review of the newer HQ27 outlet, covering food, crowd, family seating, parking and the overall experience.
My honest Singh Sahib Gurgaon review covers our family dinner, food, service, royal ambience, parking and ₹3,000 to ₹4,000 budget for three.
My honest Grata Gurgaon review covers two cottage cheese sandwiches, delivery, value, and a bonus kunafa stop in Sector 56.
My honest M3M Route 65 Gurgaon review covers the family experience, stroller access, parking, open outlets, Chaayos food and whether it is worth visiting.
A first-hand family visit to Grand View High Street Gurgaon, covering its open-air walkways, stroller access, parking, cafes and best time to visit.
Is The Malabar Coast the best dosa spot in Gurgaon? Here’s our honest review of the food, ambience, service, and bill at this Sector 57 restaurant.
Is Trip Machine Cafe the best bikers’ café in Gurgaon? Here’s our honest review of the food, ambience, service, and bill on the Faridabad-Gurgaon road.
Caramelised banana milk toast is one of those recipes I make when I want something warm, sweet and simple. Thick toast gives it some structure, while the buttery banana and warm milk soften each bite. The only part that needs a little care is the milk. Pour too much too quickly and the bread turns…
I booked White Musk Resort after seeing the polished social media reels around its dome stay, valley view and private Jacuzzi. My visit felt very different from that presentation. There were things I liked, especially the night view, the Jacuzzi and the bonfire setting, but I didn’t feel the stay justified the price I was…
Naggar felt very different from the busier parts of Manali. I came here for a stay at Tree of Life Eila Art Hotel, and the slower setting was a big part of the appeal. This guide combines what I saw during that trip with current information from official sources, so you can decide whether Naggar…
I reached Mana by car with two friends and stopped under the large Border Roads Organisation sign that called it the “Last Indian Village.” The green slopes, grey rock and cold mountain air made the border-road setting feel immediate. A slogan has since promoted Mana as India’s “first village,” but neither phrase tells you what…
The first thing I remember from Vrindavan is the crowd outside the Banke Bihari Temple approach. People were pressed around the entry barricades while signs pointed towards the temple lanes. It did not feel like a relaxed sightseeing stop. It felt like a busy pilgrimage town where timing decides how much of the day you…
I remember Chitkul through the sound and colour of the Baspa River. I sat on a large stone beside the fast, pale-blue water while pine trees and steep mountains filled the opposite bank. The village is often introduced as “India’s last village,” but the river and the scale of the valley were more memorable to…
I visited Sissu in April and woke up to heavy snowfall. From my room at La Hault Sissu, I could see the waterfall and mountains covered in fresh snow. It was beautiful, but it also changed the practical side of the trip very quickly. Vehicle movement was being restricted according to the conditions, and this…