Welcome to Itarsi: the town where trains cross paths and food steals the show. If you’ve ever traveled through Madhya Pradesh by rail, chances are you’ve heard that iconic station name echo through the compartments: “Itarsi Junction.” But here’s the thing. While Itarsi might be known for its busy railway platform, what deserves just as...

Let me paint you a picture: You’re in Odisha, the sun’s mellow, the air smells of tamarind and mustard oil, and tucked between rivers and industrial charm sits Angul, a town that doesn’t just thrive on its factories but simmers with food that speaks straight to the soul. Now, most people don’t put Angul on...

Let’s talk about that magical time of year when kitchens smell like rose water, milk simmers gently on stovetops, and your aunt insists you “just try one more spoon” of something you already had three servings of. Yep, it’s Bakrid, also known as Eid ul Adha, a festival that’s as much about devotion and sacrifice...

Let’s be honest, every festival has its vibe, right? Diwali is all about lights and laddoos, Holi throws in a splash of color with gujiyas and thandai, and Christmas brings the cakes, bells, and cookies. But Bakrid, or Eid ul Adha, brings something entirely its own: a sacred mix of devotion, generosity, and food that...

Let’s take a virtual stroll down to Nagercoil, a sun-kissed coastal town that sits quietly on the southern tip of India, not trying to prove anything but winning hearts anyway. Most people know Nagercoil for its ancient temples, lush green landscapes, and as the hometown of perfectly crisp banana chips that taste like they were...

Let’s take a detour from the obvious and head somewhere off the radar. Welcome to Pudukkottai, a charming little town in Tamil Nadu that barely makes it to mainstream travel lists. But you know what? That’s kind of a good thing. It means Pudukkottai is still beautifully unspoiled, unfiltered, and, most importantly for us hungry...

Let me paint a picture for you: You’re standing near Courtallam Falls, with mist in your hair, a steel tumbler of filter coffee in your hand, and the smell of curry leaves frying in coconut oil drifting through the breeze. Sounds like a dream, right? Welcome to Tenkasi. Known for its majestic waterfalls and ancient...

There’s something oddly comforting about cracking eggs into a pan of bubbling, spiced tomato sauce and watching them poach just right, whites set, yolks still gloriously runny. That, my friends, is the magic of Shakshuka. A dish that feels fancy, tastes exotic, and yet is so simple you can whip it up on a lazy...

Let’s talk about that slightly mysterious, slightly fizzy, wildly trendy drink that seems to pop up on every yoga studio fridge and health café menu, Kombucha. You’ve probably sipped it. Maybe even made a face the first time. Maybe now you’re obsessed. But beyond the hipster glass bottles and pastel labels lies a drink with...

Welcome to Bhadrak, a town in Odisha that doesn’t usually make it to your average travel brochure, but absolutely should. This place is a cultural goldmine: full of ancient temples, rich folklore, and most importantly (at least to food-obsessed folks like us), incredible food. If you’ve ever found yourself drawn to the earthy, bold flavors...