Supreme-ly yummyFriday, September 07, 2012,07:36:51 AM
A BSc graduate, Sanjiv Patel was a newbie when he started a small tapri that sold pav bhaji, pulao and pizza on J M Road. “I had a small place in Mahabaleshwar which we shut during the rainy season or off season. During those three months, my helper and I would get really bored. ....
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Momo mojo!Thursday, August 30, 2012,07:37:36 AM
You can’t help but notice the eye for detail here with some artistic décor, and warm, friendly service. Plus there’s a menu with a panoply of exquisite South East Asian dishes. I decided to get some good ol’ momos on my table when I ....
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Paratha paradiseFriday, August 24, 2012,07:59:06 AM
The origins of Paratha House lay in the fact that owner Jaideep Manchanda wanted Pune to savour and relish flavours and varieties of authentic North Indian food — especially ghee-laden ‘Maa ke haath ka khana’. “While dining out, we tend to....
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Fishing for fingersFriday, August 10, 2012,08:47:55 AM
A lively ambience, pretty yellow lighting, cosy seating, and a live band — personally ‘blue’ could not have been felt happier! Out of all places, the Fish Fingers at OoTB came closest to the classic preparation. ....
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Froyo, what’s up!Friday, July 20, 2012,09:07:25 AM
A bright, colourful decor and a smorgasbord of mouth-watering flavours, toppings and syrups to choose from — Cravingz, with its simple, casual ambience, was the first place to come up with this customised dessert format in the city. ....
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Prawn-oh-graphy!Friday, July 06, 2012,08:33:37 AM
One of the best Konkani/Malwani restaurants in town, Nisarg, with its ‘aquarium’-décor, has been around for the longest time — relentlessly catering to seafood cravings of Puneites on the West side of town. ....
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Rolling with it!Friday, June 08, 2012,08:49:37 AM
Though it primarily caters to a ‘young’ crowd, the ambience is vintage inside this 100-year-old heritage British era building — one of Pune’s oldest cafes, since 1965! The Chicken Roll here is definitely a highlight. ....
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Happiness in a teacupFriday, June 01, 2012,08:10:47 AM
Aziza Degwekar was determined to give tea the same respect and status that coffee hogs. “I know it sounds funny but it is true. Nobody looks at a tea joint and says ‘Come, let’s hang out here!’ Pune is known for its Irani cafes where tea is sold with the famous bun-maska.....
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A wing-wing situationFriday, May 25, 2012,08:19:35 AM
There’s something about Terttulia that just lures you in — possibly the chill vibe, the gentle music in the background or the glass of cool, mint-flavoured water that greets you. After ordering my regular Long Island Iced Tea (must-have if you’re a fan), I decided to get some curly fries and Buffalo Chicken Wings with Blue ....
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Ice, ice baby...Friday, May 18, 2012,08:06:01 AM
The two-year-old joint is cosy and homely with enough place to sit as well; or you can walk around to check out how ice cream is made and packed. This place even delivers to your doorstep! With four to five litres made per day, their fresh fruit flavours are worth a try. ....
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Get busy with some fizzy Friday, April 27, 2012,02:55:56 AM
Bubbly, sweet, refreshing and best of all — priced at Rs 5. This soda shop takes you by surprise not only for its unbelievable rates but also for its range of flavours. Just two months old, this place has no seating arrangements, so one has to stand ....
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One a penny, two a penny…Friday, April 06, 2012,08:36:26 AM
For years we have relished chicken and chutney sandwiches at Marzorin, and, like every year for the past 25 years, this time too they have counters lined up with hot cross buns for Good Friday. ....
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Bittersweet treatFriday, March 30, 2012,10:11:53 AM
This beautiful Italian dessert at Arthur’s Theme is spongy, consistent and creamy to the last bite. With the layers of coffee and cake beautifully balanced, the tiramisu is served with a spoonful of whipped cream on the side. ....
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Pizzaaah!Friday, March 09, 2012,08:49:45 AM
Indijoes is definitely one of the best places in the city to try out a wood-fired pizza. An adequate amount of tomato sauce on the base, suitable toppings and cheese of your choice (mozzarella, cheddar and gouda) — golden-baked, ....
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Wah waffles!Friday, March 02, 2012,07:32:11 AM
I knew I was in for a treat as soon as I dug into the warm, light and soft Classic Belgian waffle. With maple syrup — that tasted just the right amount of sweet — poured generously over the buttery waffle, my first meal of the day spelt pure bliss. ....
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Strawberry field dayFriday, February 24, 2012,07:46:46 AM
Famous for its Chocolate Almond Ice cream, Richmond several options to choose from when it comes to ice creams. As strawberry season approaches, the kind gentleman behind the counter is happy to introduce his version of strawberries and cream as well. ....
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Making Maggic!Friday, February 17, 2012,07:27:27 AM
The place that started it all for Maggi lovers, Good Food has 28 different kinds, of flavours including Tomato, Chicken, Chicken Schezwan, Masala, Double Cheese Masala, Butter Curry, Chicken and Cheese and more! The Butter Tomato Maggi ....
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Mughlai maar keFriday, February 03, 2012,08:46:10 AM
The menu here very aptly states, “Calling stuffed parathas ‘Mughlais’ may raise eyebrows but these are no ordinary parathas” — and luckily it is only too easy to agree! Available with egg, chicken and mutton stuffings, these heavenly parathas and their fillings simply melt in the mouth. ....
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A well-made soup is the perfect answer to a rainy day and if you happen to be drenched and shivering, the warm blend of flavours simmered to perfection almost feels like a love potion. 
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