Getting a trusty Thai fix to satisfy your craving is a lot easier now, just step into Benjarong and you will see how much emphasis they place on aesthetics. Probably the largest Thai eatery housed in whole Chennai, Benjarong has gained quite a following over the years. Benjarong prides itself on quality produce, and their perfect Thai dishes bear testament to their claim.
Benjarong
Drink Served on Table :
Summer Cooler
Summer Cooler – Summer Cooler is tender coconut water combined with fresh mint leaves, lemon juice and a dash of honey. This refreshing Summer Cooler is the perfect beverage too cool off with on a hot day.
Food Served on Table :
Tom Yum Goong
Tom Yum Goong – Tom Yum Goong is sour and spicy soup of prawn & mushroom flavored with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, lime juice, fish sauce, and crushed red chili peppers. Tom Yum soup is infused with distinct hot and sour Thai flavours of fragrant spices and herbs, which balance perfectly with sweet prawns and mushrooms. An authentic and delicious Thai soup with prawns and mushroom, Tom Yum is spicy, sour, savory, and addictive.
Gai Hor Bai Toey
Gai Hor Bai Toey – Gai Hor Bai Toey is marinated chicken wrapped in pandan leaves and deep fried. The aromatic pandan leaves help to keep the chicken moist and juicy also gives the dish a unique flavour. Gai Hor Bai Toey or Thai Pandan wrapped Chicken is one of the signature dish of Benjarong since opening.
Poh Pia Tod
Poh Pia Tod – Poh Pia Tod or Thai Deep Fried Spring Rolls are made with minced prawn, glass noodles, needle cut carrots, sliced cabbage and thinly sliced onion all wrapped with wheat flour and then fried until its get Light golden and crispy. Crispy, crunchy and flavourful Thai Spring Rolls are served with dips and considered culinary treasures, delighting everyone who have tried them.
Goong Tod Prik Thai
Goong Tod Prik Thai – Goong Tod Prik Thai is marinated prawns wok fried with garlic, pepper and spices then served with tender green peppercorns as topping. Crispy Prawns with Garlic and Pepper – spicy and garlicky prawns with excellent crisp outside and tender inside texture gives a savory glaze.
Pla Nueng Manow
Pla Nueng Manow – The whole fish first marinated in garlic, green chili sauce, cilantro and lime leaves then steam the whole fish in a tangy lime juice. Pla Nueng Manow has soft, juicy, sour yet sweet, spicy and aromatic taste which will linger on the tip on your tongue.
Som Tam
Som Tam – Som Tam made with shredded green papaya, chillies, fish sauce, lime, palm sugar and roasted nuts then traditionally pounded with a mortar and pestle. Som Tam is a fresh, sweet & sour, spicy, colorful salad that embodies the flavors of streets of Thailand.
Thai Green Curry with Jasmine Rice
Thai Green Curry with Jasmine Rice – Thai Green Curry prepared with boneless chicken pieces, coconut milk, fresh herbs, kaffir lime and spices. Deliciously rich, creamy and aromatic Thai Green Curry is a stunning dish to admire, smell and taste. Flavorful Jasmine rice is perfect match Thai Green Curry.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Som Tam
Get your appetite going with the Som Tum, a green papaya salad tossed in a zesty, spicy, savoury dressing and topped with peanuts to provide crunch in mouth. You might find yourself munching it all up before you even realise.
Tom Yum Goong
You can’t and won’t go wrong ordering the classic Tom Yum Goong soup – rich, spicy & flavourful prawn & mushroom broth, tender juicy prawn, sliced mushroom, fresh kaffir lime leaves and crushed red chili peppers. Tom Yum Goong is super flavorful spicy soup that has just the right amount of spice and tang. The Tom Yum Goong soup here is tangy yet subtly sweet, and will kick your butt with its spiciness. If you need a drink to quell the spiciness, their Thai Summer Cooler will do the trick.
Gai Hor Bai Toey
Gai Hor Bai Toey is a crowd pleaser as well, essentially a Thai-style Pandan wrapped Chicken – juicy and packed with meat. Put it your mouth, and wait for the party to begin; the flavours and textures are pretty damn amazing.
Goong Tod Prik Thai
Get the Goong Tod Prik Thai, which are deep fried, crusty, bite-sized, juicy prawn meat, paired with sweet chilli dipping sauce. The prawns are marinated properly in special aromatic spices, deep fried, massive, topped with tender green peppercorns, and not for the faint hearted.
Pla Nueng Manow
Do yourself a favour and get the steamed whole fish in chilli Lime. The Pla Nueng Manow is fresh and steamed to perfection, and the gravy taste sour, spicy and salty, this is one feisty fish. It doesn’t look like much, but the slow cooking packs in the moisture so you get soft, fresh fish that’s perfectly cooked.
Thai Green Curry with Jasmine Rice
Finally order the Thai Green Curry with Jasmine Rice; the combination goes surprisingly well. The Green Curry Chicken is aromatic and pleasantly lighter, so you can pair it with Jasmine rice without feeling sick. The Thai Green Curry is creamy & flavourful and goes exceedingly well with the accompanying Thai Jasmine Rice.
Benjarong, Chennai
With its more relaxed vibe and quiet location in Alwarpet, Benjarong makes for a nice hideout to chill and have good Thai food. Benjarong prides itself on not using MSG in any of their dishes and aims to serve authentic Thai food, so you may find some dishes that you haven’t seen in other Thai restaurants. When the Thai cravings come knocking, head down to Benjarong for excellent tom yum soup, great Thai green curry and spot-on service.
Benjarong, Chennai
Benjarong, TTK Road, Alwarpet, Chennai Timing : 12noon – 3pm, 7pm – 11pm Average Cost : 2,000/- for two people Reservation : +91 7604915094 / 044 24322640
Chennai Diary – Benjarong : The Lingering Taste of Thailand
Located at Ramada Egmore in Gandhi Irwin Bridge Road, this snazzy lounge bar with blue lighting, lovely service and a sea-themed ambiance serves elegant bar bites and over 40 signature cocktails. An ideal spring day just makes you feel good and that’s exactly the feeling you get when dining at Waves Bar & Lounge, inside the elegant Ramada Egmore. Look for wine, beer and cocktails with fine cuisine. When weekends come around and cocktail beckons, head over Waves Bar & Lounge, Ramada Egmore. Standout drinks include the Dirty Martini with gin; the Frozen Iceberg Margarita cocktail with tequila and a simple gin and tonic with lime.
Cocktail & Mocktail Served on Table :
Frozen Iceberg Margarita
Frozen Iceberg Margarita – This classic pairing of Blanco tequila and fresh lime juice is steeped in history. The trademarked drink filled with crushed ice and served with pineapple and cheese skewers topping. When the mercury climbs and the dog days of summer start barking at your heels, the Frozen Iceberg Margarita cocktail is the one that will keep you cool and happy.
Copperhead
Copperhead – Those seeking something on the lighter end should opt for the Copperhead, a refreshing combination of Vodka, Ginger Ale, and a splash of fresh-squeezed orange juice, garnished with a lemon. This cocktail brings the perfect balance of sweet and spice.
Summer Berry Splash
Summer Berry Splash (Mocktail) – Over freshly squeezed mint and watermelon chunks pour the mixture of cranberry juice, apple juice and vanilla syrup over the tiny little cubed ice then fill the glass with Lemonade. It’s definitely a drink that’s meant to be served chilled. Just because you’re not drinking alcohol, it shouldn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a great cocktail. Sweet and sour flavors pack a punch in this dreamy party drink that practically tastes like summertime.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Frozen Iceberg Margarita
Tequila is typically a summer spirit, but it has the ability to make a boozy drink. The light, refreshing flavors in the Frozen Iceberg Margarita are bright along with the fresh lime juice balances any sweetness, and the Tequila gives it a kick to relax you up the moment it hits your lips.
Copperhead – Ramada Egmore
Next cocktail, have the Copperhead , which sees vodka mixed with Ginger Ale and a splash of fresh-squeezed orange juice spiked with lemon slice. Otherwise, their sweet and sour Summer Berry Splash is a great non-alcoholic option.
Summer Berry Splash
Waves Bar & Lounge, Ramada Egmore has tons of refreshing cocktails from which to choose, from belly-warming whiskey-based cocktails to fruity sangria swimming with fresh fruits, like strawberries and raspberries. If you get a chance to sit at the bar, you won’t be disappointed by their amazing mixologist. Also you can’t go wrong on the drinks either. Perfect for dates and intimate friends gatherings with friends is this buzzy Waves Bar & Lounge in Ramada Egmore.
Waves Bar & Lounge, Ramada Egmore, Gandhi Irwin Bridge Road, Egmore, Chennai Timing : 11 AM – 11:30 PM Average Cost : 2500/- for two (approx) Reservation : +919940223370
Enjoy the Gathering of Finest at the Best Watering Hole in the City at Waves Bar & Lounge, Ramada Egmore
The authentic, home-style flavours of East Godavari District have been brought to life and manifested under the expert hands of culinary specialist Master Chef Ramakrishna in Godavari Ruchulu. Specialist chefs going to display their culinary expertise from East Godavari districts, Head Chef Thangapan & Master Chef Ramakrishna designed an interesting menu, which includes the delicacies from Andhra Pradesh & provide authentic hand picked delicacies to food lovers from the region. Showcasing their knowledge passed down through generations, curating traditional East Godavari District’s food cooked with love and care at Tulips, Hotel Green Park Chennai.
The highlight would be the preparation of traditional dishes like Araku Bamboo Chicken – traditional chicken recipe of tribals of Araku Valley, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh., Gongura Mamasam – A traditional gongura mutton recipe from the spicy city of Guntur. Gongura (Sorrel leaves) is a leafy vegetable used widely in Andhra cuisine and has a slight sour taste, Natu kodi Vepudu – This is an Andhra style of chicken fry, it can be prepared with country Chicken, Aratikaya Vepudu – is a Andhra style Raw Banana Dry Sabzi. It is a simple recipe but tastes amazing as such or when paired with rice and dal/rasam. Gutti vankaya kura – is a popular stuffed brinjal curry recipe from Andhra Cuisine. Panasapandu Pulao – dum cooked light and fragrant pulao made with kathal or unripe jackfruit. Pesarattu – is a dosa like preparation native to Andhra Pradesh. It is made with green gram eaten as a snack or a breakfast meal.
Hotel Green Park Chennai – Godavari Ruchulu
Godavari Ruchulu Festival – Complete Buffet Menu
Salad Counter :
Keera Kai Salad (Cucumber salad), Pachi Mamidi Kai (Raw mango salad), Bagala Dumpa Chat (Crispy potato salad), Gobi Pachadi (Pounded cauliflower salad), Ullipayalu (Onion salad in Andhra style spices), Chilagada Dumpa (Roasted Sweet potato salad), Apadalu Chat (Popadam prepared in traditional spices) and Fruit Chat.
Soups :
Tomato Charu (Chef special Tomato soup to start the food Safari)
Non. Veg Appetizers :
Peethalu Vepedu (Fried crab in chillies), Mirapakaya Kodi (Chicken with poppy seeds & coconut), Chintachi Royallu Veep (Fried prawn in chilies)
Veg. Appetizers :
Chili Garelu (Urad dal vadas famous for snack time enhancer), Masala Garelu (Urad dal vadas famous for snack time enhancer), Punugulu (A common street food from Vijaywada made with rice batter and lentils)
Live Station :
Pesarattu (From the Godavari coasts a pure bliss of Dosa batter with Moong dal), Special Dosa
Special Rice :
Pachi Masala Pulao (Masala pulao withTamarind in rich Andhra style), Mamidakai Kobbari Palhio (Rice cooked with fresh coconut & raw mango), Chitapandu Pulihora (Rice cooked with tamarind just the sour way), Tella Annam (Sesame seed rice)
Pachadi & Urapachada (Pickles) :
30 varieties of freshly made and pre made pickles and pounded food straight from the chefs station to enhance your taste buds
Fries (Course Accompaniment) :
Papadalu, Vodiyalu, Gummadikayavodialu (Varieties of fried delicacies from Andhra to soothen up your meal experience)
Main Course :
Non Vegetarian :
Mamsam Jedipappu Biriyani (Exotic Andhra style mutton biriyani), Kormenichapala Pulusu (Fish cooked richly in Andhra style), Ulavacharu Kodi Biriyani (Exotic Andhra style chicken spicy biriyani), Bombidalu Pulusu (Eel fishes cooked with tamarind in the Andhra style), Arukku Bamboo Chicken (An elegant & unique chicken dish from the Aruku valley), Egg 65 (Eggs battered fried in Andhra style), Gongura Mamisam (A Lamb delicacy cooked in sorrel leaves), Pachimirichi Egg Iguru (Egg curry with green chilies in Andhra style), Natu Kodi Kura (Chicken cooked in Ghuntur chilies & coconut)
Vegetarian :
Bangala Dumpa Peanut Vepudu (Potatoes stir fried with tempered peanuts in Andhra style), Aratikaya Veepudu (Raw bananas cooked into dry form), Aloo Allam Chhimirchi (Potatoes cooked in chilies in the Andhra style), Kanda Turumu Vepudu (Tropical Indian ivy gourd stir fried in Andhra style), Donda Kaya Thalimpu (Indian gourd fried tempered in Andhra style), Totakoora Iguru (Spinach gravy the Andhra style), Beerakai Pulusu (Rich gourd curry in Andhra style), Muvva Venkaiyakoora (Stuffed fried eggplant), Pappu Charu (A blend of urad & chana dal cooked in Andhra style), Pappu Thalimpu (Red gram lentil cooked in Andhra spices), Vulavacharu (A staple of the region of Andhra & Telengana made with toor dal), Perugu Garalu (Vada infused in curd), Majjiga Rulusu (Curd based stew with veggies combined with green Chilies & coconut )
Desserts :
Bobbatlu (Sweet flat bread with lentil stuffing), Rava Poornam Belam (Coconut stuffed lentil dumpling with jaggery), Sugar Putharekulu (A Ambrosia from Atreyapuram a pure bliss made with rice starch), Sunundulu (Urad dal ladoo), Gottam Kaja (Delicacy from Kakinada made with wheat flour & sugar), Arisalu (A Famous fantasy Made from soaked rice & jaggery), Mamidi Tandra (Pure fascination of Mango pulp with concentrated sugar), Anapakaya Pyasam (A mix of Bottle gourd simmered in milk and sugar), Saggu Pyasam (A unique blend of sago simmered in milk and sugar)
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Mirapakaya Kodi
We started off with the Chintachi Royallu Veep, deep fried prawns with chili – a traditional staple of East Godavari District, was extremely tender spicy and moist. The prawns were just perfectly fried and had a great balance of spice without burning your mouth. If you have any fear of spices, this unbelievably tasty Mirapakaya Kodi might just change your mind. Chicken pieces were first braised to pack in flavour, then deep fried to provide crisp edges and a good hit of smokiness.
Kormenichapala Pulusu
You may not want to share the Kormenichapala Pulusu, a perfectly cooked fish with ridiculously crisp taste, and an unassuming authentic Andhra style rich gravy that brims with flavour. The Mamidakai Kobbari Palhio – rice cooked with fresh coconut & raw mango paints the perfect pairing, and might just be the best thing you’ll have that night.
Mamsam Jedipappu Biriyani
Another interesting dish was the Natu Kodi Kura. If one hadn’t read the description, there would be no way that one could have guessed it was made from — Ghuntur chilies & coconut. It was perfectly smooth and juicy when paired with Mamsam Jedipappu Biriyani I found it become more tasty and flavourful.
Arukku Bamboo Chicken
But the winner is the Arukku Bamboo Chicken. It was cooked to perfection. Though a little heavy with lots of spices, the dish was indeed the show-stopper in the main course. The chicken pieces were juicy and almost falls off the bone making you applaud the quality of cooking s well as the marination. Sitting well with delicate traditional spices, the Arukku Bamboo Chicken was nothing short of amazing.
Sugar Putharekulu
Off course, no meal is complete without the desserts. The winner here is the Sugar Putharekulu, an absolutely rural delight. The sugar putharekulu was wrapped in a wafer-thin rice starch layer resembling paper and also stuffed with sugar, dry fruits and nuts add to your breaking of resistance to sweet and a great way to end a fantastic meal.
Hotel Green Park Chennai – Godavari Ruchulu
Tulips, Hotel Green Park Chennai Cuisine / Menu: Godavari Ruchulu – East Godavari District Food Festival Duration: 30th Nov to 16th Dec 2018 Timing: 19:00 hrs to 23:00 hrs Price: Rs. 1099+taxes (Children, below 8 years, accompanying their parents would be provided free dinner, and those between 8 and 12 years of age would be charged for one buffet for two children)
Godavari Ruchulu – Celebrate the Glorious Flavours of East Godavari District at Hotel Green Park Chennai
Considered to be one of the best Japanese restaurants in whole Chennai, Teppan certainly lives up to its name. Bookmark this traditional Japanese restaurant along TTK Road for fancy date nights – complete with mod-chic decor and dim lighting to suit the mood. Teppan is moderately pricey but you will get incredibly fresh sushi and an unparalleled dining experience. Plus, you get to interact with the chefs while enjoying delicately prepared nigiri sushi with very clean flavours. You’ll be planning to save for your next visit even before you leave.
Japanese Teppanyaki
Impress your lunch date at this Japanese restaurant along TTK Road, Alwarpet. Expect quality, sushi-based dishes that will knock your socks off, such as the Nigiri Moriawase Edo featuring various raw fish slices, Shake Maki, Naruto Maki and Tori Yakimeshi where teriyaki-style egg and chicken cooked with tasty Japanese fried rice.
Food Served on Table :
Naruto Maki
Naruto Maki – Naruto Maki is a fresh fish sushi roll is wrapped in thin slices of cucumber, instead of rice. Each slice of Naruto has a pink or red spiral pattern, which is meant to resemble the Naruto whirlpools between Awaji Island and Shikoku in Japan.
Nigiri Moriawase Edo
Nigiri Moriawase Edo – Nigiri Moriawase Edo is assorted sushi consisting of a slice of various raw fish top of pressed vinegared rice. Chef Hanaya Yohei invented the Nigiri in 1824 during Edo period. Nigiri Moriawase is traditionally assortment of daily fresh catch over vinegared rice served with imported soy and wasabi.
Pink Dragon Maki
Pink Dragon Maki – Pink Dragon Maki is where the shrimp tempura, smoked salmon and cucumbers are inside the roll, and thinly sliced avocado is placed on top of the roll resembling the scales of a dragon. Pink Dragon Maki roll is an inside-out sushi roll, which means nori wraps around the ingredients inside and the sushi rice is on the outside then topped with spicy mayo.
Shake Maki
Shake Maki – Shake Maki is made with seaweed rolled around rice with Shake (Salmon) fillings and served with soy and wasabi. In Shake Maki roll, the fish, cucumbers and ingredients are rolled up inside of seaweed (nori) and vinegar rice.
Sashimi Moriawase Edo
Sashimi Moriawase Edo – Sashimi Moriawase Edo is thinly sliced raw meat of fresh Tuna, Salmon, Cuttlefish and Eel, served raw over a bed of shredded daikon radish. Sashimi Moriawase Edo made with variety of fish and each one provides a unique flavor and texture in your mouth, traditionally served with soy sauce and condiments such as wasabi paste, grated fresh ginger and grated fresh garlic.
Ebi Tempura
Ebi Tempura – Ebi Tempura is succulent fresh prawns thinly coated with panko batter crumbs and fried until become golden and lightly crisp then served with tonkatsu sauce or daikon sauce. Deep fried tempura prawns are unbelievably crispy yet juicy and equally delicious – a comfort food for anytime.
Tori Sarada
Tori Sarada – Tori Sarada is a tempura styled shredded chicken salad mixed with avocado,iceberg lettuce,carrots and cucumber then served with spicy mayonnaise and sesame dressing. The nuttiness and aroma of freshly toasted sesame seeds spiced with sichimi pepper is what make this dressing a winner.
Tori Yakimeshi
Tori Yakimeshi – Tori Yakimeshi is teriyaki-style flavourful and delicious Japanese fried rice with egg, chicken and vegetables. Tori Yakimeshi is made with Japanese short grain rice which normally plump and sticky, and it also has a chewy texture and more moisture content. With seductively savory combination of soy sauce, sake, butter and garlic seasonings this mouthwatering chicken-and-egg fried rice is full of flavors.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Nigiri Moriawase Edo
Teppan is arguably most famous for their Nigiri Moriawase Edo, which is perfectly executed. You get a good ratio of sashimi to rice, good texture, and flavours that meld together amazingly. The nigiri sushi is top-notch as well. Think extremely fresh slice of assorted raw fish on well-seasoned sushi rice. Their Signature Nigiri Moriawase Edo literally tastes like the ocean, with uni, ebi, suzuki and tobiko.
Sashimi Moriawase Edo
One bite and it is evident that the Sashimi Moriawase Edo is super fresh, with the delicate, well-cut slices of fresh Tuna, Salmon, Cuttlefish and Eel simply melting in your mouth. They do Sashimi Moriawase Edo stunningly well, but that comes with a pretty hefty price tag.
Naruto Maki
Try their Naruto Maki – the pieces of fish are so lightly seared that they just melt in your mouth. DIVINE.
Teppan – Sushi Bar and Japanese Teppanyaki
You’ll be spoilt for choice on Ebi Tempura. Neatly deep fried and served in a pop art style, golden brown and lightly crisp prawns are so gorgeous that you’ll find it hard to discard. This light and delicious Ebi Tempura will leave you full and satisfied.
Pink Dragon Maki
The Pink Dragon Maki featuring incredibly fresh and tender shrimp tempura, smoked salmon and cucumbers are inside the roll topped with sliced avocado and slathered in a savoury Japanese mayo.
Japanese Teppanyaki
Treat your loved ones to a night out at Teppan, this traditional Jap spot situated in TTK Road, Alwarpet. Start by hitting the counter for fresh and thick slices of Salmon Sashimi, before moving on to their signature Maki Rolls – from prawn to unagi and crab meat. The addictively crispy Ebi Tempura are a must-try too. Add this hidden gem to your list of must-visit sushi spot for special occasions.
Teppan, Chennai
Teppan, 1st Floor, TTK Road, Alwarpet, Chennai Timing : 12noon – 3pm, 7pm – 11pm Average Cost : 2,000/- for two people Reservation : 044 48627002 / +91 6360552071
Chennai Diary – Teppan : The Best Traditional Sushi Bar and Japanese Teppanyaki in Chennai
Impress your date with a night out at this elegant rooftop bar and grill, accented by plush wooden chairs and a stunning view of the city’s skyline. This popular rooftop restaurant located in Ramada Egmore takes on traditional bar bites with their own modern twist. This cosy, romantic spot around the corner of Poniamman Koil Street is perfect for an after-work tipple with a date. Come to this beautiful rooftop restaurant Board Walk, that’s great for comfort food on cool nights when you’re craving for warm food and a drink in the Egmore.
Food Served on Table :
Tandoori Veg Platter
Tandoori Veg Platter – Tandoori Veg Platter is a combination of raw smoked Tandoori Paneer Tikka, Tandoori Mushroom, Tandoori Cauliflower and Tandoori Aloo (Potato) with different aromatic spices and served hot. The flavors of vegetables cooked in tandoori style looks great with loads of colors when arranged well in a platter. Tandoori Veg Platter is best of winter in one dish, it is a perfect fusion starter for anytime appetizer.
Roasted Tandoori Chicken
Roasted Tandoori Chicken – Roasted Tandoori Chicken is skinned and marinated whole chicken spiced liberally with Indian tandoori masala then cooked in tandoor, turns out smoky, spicy, juicy, succulent and absolutely delicious. Roasted Tandoori Chicken, smothered in spicy tandoori spice mix served hot with a flavorful minty yogurt dip is sure to please everyone.
Chicken Satay with Thai Noodles
Chicken Satay with Thai Noodles – Chicken Satay with Thai Noodles is grilled tender chicken in wooden skewers marinated with coconut milk, spices and herbs, served with Thai Noodles & creamy peanut sauce. Perfectly grilled, golden-brown chicken bites have the right amount of charred, smoky goodness and before putting them in mouth dunked in creamy, intoxicating peanut satay sauce.
Schezwan Prawns
Schezwan Prawns – Schezwan Prawns is fresh water tender prawn covered in spicy Schezwan sauce with shallots, peppers and delightfully nutty water chestnuts then stir fry to perfection. Schezwan Prawns are packed with flavor, crispy and crunchy on the outside, soft and juicy inside are delectable and tongue ticking appetizer with your drinks.
Grilled Rosemary Chicken with Mushroom Sauce
Grilled Rosemary Chicken with Mushroom Sauce – Grilled Rosemary Chicken is skinless chicken breasts marinated with lemon juice, Dijon and garlic and then grilled with rosemary branches dipped in olive oil, finally serve hot with Mushroom Sauce dip and grilled vegetables along with mashed potato and buttery rice. This moist, tender chicken has a touch of rosemary flavor to balance the strong garlic flavor and a hint of lemon for bright fresh flavor, which makes it a great weeknight dish.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Tandoori Veg Platter
If you feel any vegetarian carving, start with the Tandoori Veg Platter — great combinations include the Tandoori Paneer Tikka + Tandoori Mushroom + Tandoori Cauliflower + Tandoori Aloo (Potato). All hot, spicy, crisp wood-smoked vegetables are pretty darn perfect.
Chicken Satay with Thai Noodles
Go straight for the comforting Chicken Satay with Thai Noodles that sees four skewers char siew grilled tender chicken, Thai flat noodles & creamy peanut sauce. Tickle your taste-buds with the Spicy Chicken Satay that sets itself apart with its luscious house-made peanut sauce dip.
Board Walk, Ramada Egmore
For something with more kick, get the Schezwan Prawns which is bolder in flavours with crunchy and juicy fresh water prawns. Don’t leave without sharing the spicy and aromatic Schezwan Prawns.
Roasted Tandoori Chicken
Next noteworthy mentions include their juicy and soft Roasted Tandoori Chicken. The laboriously prepared Roasted Tandoori Chicken boasts a lovely spicy yet smoky flavour. Wash that all down with the refreshing house-made cocktails.
Grilled Rosemary Chicken with Mushroom Sauce
Fill up on the Grilled Rosemary Chicken with Mushroom Sauce — rosemary-smoked grilled tender chicken breasts smothered in butter — and the zesty mushroom sauce dip along with grilled vegetables, mashed potato and buttery rice makes it complete dinner. The classic Grilled Rosemary Chicken is crisp, mild spicy and juicy, Mushroom Sauce gives it a nice kick so don’t forget to dip.
Board Walk, Ramada Egmore
On cool nights, swing by this rooftop restaurant in Ramada Egmore for tandoors with your loved ones. The vibes remain smart casual, fit for after-work dinners with a chummy date or even ideal for long dinner-gossips with your friends. So swing by the iconic Board Walk, Ramada Egmore for dinner with your gang.
Board Walk, Ramada Egmore
Board Walk, Ramada Egmore, 2A, Poniamman Koil Street, Chennai Timing : 12noon – 3pm, 7pm – 12 midnight Average Cost : 1,650/- for two people Reservation : +91 8825404038 / 8754574815
Chennai Diary – Feel the Burst of Flavors in Every Bite under the Starlit Sky at Boardwalk, Ramada Egmore Chennai
The Tea Lounge is nestled in luxurious Ramada Darjeeling and about a 3-minute walk from Darjeeling Mall, this place ticks two major boxes in patrons list — good food and fair prices. Aside from their excellent food, the inviting space is brighten with warm lighting, stylish decor and a hotel Lounge concept. Despite the many openings throughout the years in locality, we know we can still rely on The Tea Lounge, where cakes, tea and coffee are spot on. This charming lounge nestled in ground floor of Ramada Darjeeling is popular among travelers, in-house guests and a gem for those who want an intimate tea and munch time in a cosy environment.
Food served on Table :
Darjeeling White Tea
Darjeeling White Tea – Darjeeling White Tea has a delicate aroma and brews to a pale golden colour with a mellow taste and a hint of sweetness. This is a delicate tea with refreshing and sophisticated taste best enjoyed without milk, its every sip is connoisseur’s delight.
Cupcakes with Matcha Green Tea Cream Toppings
Cupcakes with Matcha Green Tea Cream Toppings – Delicate fruity cupcakes are topped with light and fluffy whipped cream mixed with flavouful Matcha Green Tea powder. Treat yourself with these deliciously moist and fluffy cupcakes topped with a matcha green tea cream frosting while sipping your hot tea.
Black Forest Cake
Black Forest Cake – Black Forest Cake is a combination of rich, moist chocolate cake layers, cherry liqueur and a smooth whipped cream frosting, topped with fresh cherries. Deliciously creamy Black Forest Cake is a cut above the rest with homemade whipped cream, rich chocolate ganache and sweet spiked cherries, truly a delicate German chocolate cake.
Lisbon Chocolate Cake
Lisbon Chocolate Cake – Lisbon Chocolate Cake is a dense-but-not-heavy, dark-chocolate fudge-like cake topped with a whipped chocolate mousse and substantial dusting of cocoa. Lisbon Chocolate Cake is so famous that people from around the world travel Lisbon to taste these addictively delicious Chocolate Cake.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Darjeeling White Tea
Darjeeling White Tea is the kind of beverage that leaves you feeling refreshed after just one sip.
Cupcakes with Matcha Green Tea Cream Toppings
Cupcakes with Matcha Green Tea Cream Toppings that sees a light and fluffy sponge cake base topped with fresh cream dusted with pleasantly bitter matcha powder. It’s simple but beautifully decorated, and will strike a chord among cupcake fans who like fruity cakes that are not too sweet.
Black Forest Cake
This fancy Tea Lounge at the ground floor of Ramada Darjeeling gets it right with this beast of a German-style Black Forest Cake — three layers of incredibly moist chocolate sponge cake held together by silky smooth whipped cream. It is filled with liqueur-soaked cherries and covered in a celebratory confetti of chocolate flakes, making this boozy masterpiece perfect for an alcohol-loving friend, or even your date!
Lisbon Chocolate Cake
This Lisbon Chocolate Cake features layers of gooey dark chocolate fudge that is rich and bittersweet — pretty much every chocolate lover’s delight! Lisbon Chocolate Cake is much denser and richer than the normal chocolate cakes, so much so that you need only a few forkfuls to satiate even the biggest chocolate cravings. It’s only available in slices though — perfect for an intimate celebration.
The Tea Lounge, Ramada Darjeeling
The Tea Lounge, located in Ramada Darjeeling serves an affordable a la carte style tea, coffee, snacks and desserts. Go crazy with fresh slices of Lisbon Chocolate Cake, Black Forest Cake, Cupcakes and Muffins; they’re known for their freshness. Also there’s ample space for you and your friends to catch up over light bites and great tea or coffee.
The Tea Lounge, Ramada Darjeeling
The Tea Lounge, Ramada Darjeeling, Gandhi Road, Chauk Bazaar, Darjeeling Timing : 8am – 11pm Average Cost : 600/- for two people Reservation : +91 7477714343
The Tea Lounge : Late Afternoon Scones & Pastries to Savor at Ramada Darjeeling
This charming restaurant nestled in Hotel Shangri-La is a gem for those who want an intimate contemporary Oriental meal in a rustic environment. Located in the heart of Darjeeling and just a two-minute walk from Darjeeling Mall, this restaurant & bar is perfect for accommodating the whole travelers group for a meal. Prices here are affordable, portions are big and flavours are equally good. Fitted with dim lighting and wood finishing, this ostentatious restaurant in Hotel Shangri-La is excellent for couple dinners or group lunches.
While you push through the heavy glass door with green wooden frames, you will find a small reception counter at the right side of entrance. Hotel Shangri-La’s Restaurant is located just behind the reception area serves Indian, Oriental and Tibetan dishes. There are two sections in the restaurant that are separated by a square wooden arch, first section is family dining and second section at the end is the bar area.
Food Served on Table :
Hunan Pork
Hunan Pork – Hunan style boneless and juicy marinated pork stir fried with bell pepper, chilies, onions, ginger and garlic. Amazingly delicious, tender and flavorful Hunan Pork is a perfect balance of spicy and sweetness with a meaty texture. Crisp-tender, mouthwatering pork pieces will play with your taste-buds with enchanting flavours.
Chili Pork with Peppers
Chili Pork with Peppers – Chili Pork with Peppers is made with moist and soft pork chunks, onion, garlic, spices and a house-made red chili & pepper paste. Insanely addictive and extremely tender Chili Pork with Peppers is spicy, tangy and packed with rich smoky flavor.
Pork Shapta
Pork Shapta – Pork Shapta is a flavourful Tibetan delicacy made of sliced juicy and marinated boneless pork strips stir-fried in a wok with spices, onions, tomatoes, capsicum, green chilli, ginger and garlic. Mouth-melting tender Pork Shapta is addictively spicy, succulent and incredibly flavourful.
Kung Pao Chicken
Kung Pao Chicken – Tender and moist boneless chicken chunks, spring onions, Sichuan peppercorns, crunchy roasted peanuts, bell peppers and onions are stir-fried with subtly sweet-and-spicy Kung Pao sauce. Kung Pao chicken is sweet, savoury, tangy and incredibly delicious with highly addictive aroma.
Drinks Served on Table :
Hotel Shangri-La, Darjeeling
Chilled Beer : Options are very limited here so we have to settle with ice cold Budweiser.
Hotel Shangri-La, Darjeeling
Scotch on the rocks : Again options and availability are very limited so we settled with Johnnie Walker Red.
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Chili Pork with Peppers
Start your meal with the humble yet spicy Chili Pork with Peppers — savoury cubes of crisp, juicy, flavourful and soft pork with spices stir fried till golden brown. Chili Pork is also thick, very meaty and slathered with a finger-licking good glaze that will keep you busy for a while.
Pork Shapta
Order their signature Pork Shapta — melt-in-the-mouth boneless meat slices slicked in a rich, umami-laden spices and served with fluffy steamed buns. Pork Shapta is a must-order, very succulent crisp and meaty dish doused with fragrant dry spices.
Kung Pao Chicken
Spicy soft and juicy — it’s everything you can ask for in a well-prepared delicious Kung Pao Chicken. The aromatic, succulent meat is sliced off the bone skillfully and doused with a umami-rich Kung Pao sauce that you don’t want to miss.
Hunan Pork
The mouthwatering Hunan Pork is proof that pork dishes are a forte here — the strong flavour, soft-texture, clean-tasting and not overly herbaceous as some Chinese pork dishes can be. The Hunan Pork felt more tasty when paired with the ice-chilled beer.
Hotel Shangri-La, Darjeeling
Located in Hotel Shangri-La is this gem of a oriental restaurant serves an affordable a la carte style menu. It’s not just the delicious food or cheap price that has earned their loyal patrons — service is decent and the servers are attentive to requests. This modern Chinese restaurant in Hotel Shangri-La marries authentic Oriental flavours with a contemporary Indian setting that offers both indoor and rooftop dining options. So, mark this chic restaurant down for your future dinner dates.
Hotel Shangri-La
Hotel Shangri-La, Nehru Road, Chauk Bazaar, Darjeeling Timing : 12noon – 9:30pm; Average Cost : 800 for two (approx) Reservation : 0354 2254149
Planning your next Sunday Breakfast? Put this cosy restro in Gandhi Road on your list. Service is good, and the breakfast dishes are top-notch. You’re bound to impress your loved one’s at this posh space called Darjeeling House nestled inside Ramada Darjeeling a four star property, complete with excellent sitting arrangements and intricate floor tiles. A stone’s throw away from Darjeeling Mall or Chowrasta, this beautifully decked-out cafe warrants a visit for early morning breakfast.
Chicken Salami
Jot this one down for catch-up sessions over morning breakfast classics. To cater to the taste buds of its patrons Darjeeling House, Ramada Darjeeling has come up with a – New Zesty Morning Breakfast menu; in which they have caringly and mindfully curated a breakfast that would make the first meal of the day wholesome. Feast to your heart’s content with their morning Breakfast Buffet, from made-to-order tawa-fired dosa to freshly baked breads. Spend relaxing morning catching up with a friend over honest-to-goodness nosh in this quiet place.
Baker Basket Counter : White & Brown Breads, Croissant, Muffins, Plain Sugar Doughnut, Choco Doughnut
South Indian Live Counter : Dosa & Uttapam
Fixed Buffet Items :
South Indian – Vermicelli Upma, Dal Wada, Meda Wada, Idli (Two Types of Chutny) North Indian – Aloo Bonda, Mirchi Wada, Poori Bhaji, Paratha (Aloo/Paneer/Gobhi/Plain) Continental – Veg-Saute Vegetable, Grilled Tomato, Potato Roesti, Baked Beans, Oat Meal Porridge Non-Veg – Poached Fish, Streaky Bacon, Chicken Sausages
Describing Taste and Flavor :
English Tea cakes
Perfectly Yum! Moist, dense, buttery, flakey, and decadent English Tea cakes, Morning Buns, Muffins, Croissant, Cinnamon Coffee Cake all are breakfast dream and perfectly paired with a hot cup of Tea or Coffee.
Meda Wada
Don’t leave without an order of the Masala Dosa, famed for its unfailingly crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside spicy stuffing as well as its Sambar, Onion Tomato, Coconut and Green chutney combo. Served in a handy tall glass, the chilled mango lassi is a must for mango lovers. On the morning breakfast menu, the soft, flavourful Poached Fish is also a must-try.
Upma
In addition to the regular dry cereals, they also provides Choco-flakes, Wheat-flakes bowls of cereal and warm porridge to provide variety in offering of not only flavours but also textures and temperature. Some other must experience here at the healthy Morning initiative are North Indian Signatures, South Indian Delicacies, Continental Bake & Grill – each of segment provides a complete meal in itself.
Poori Bhaji
The Scrambled Eggs on Toast is simply divine – think creamy, curdy eggs paired with crisp toast. Darjeeling House also offers choices in favoured yoghurts, toasted nuts, puffed grains, granola’s and fresh fruit that allows customizing your breakfast bowl. For savouries, the Streaky Bacon and Chicken Sausages is a good option too.
Cold cut Meat
Options ranging from micro-greens, sprouts and herbs to an assortment of vegetables and fruits that encourage patrons to make smart, informed decision about what they can have for breakfast. In addition to the juices, whole and cut fruits, from farmers market ensure nothing but the best produce to kick start the day.
Sambar
Upma here cooked as a thick porridge from dry-roasted semolina with veggies, green chillies and curry leaves is another choice for excellent healthy breakfast. You will also love crispy, fluffy and delicious medu vadas that goes very well with coconut chutney or sambar dips.
Hot Chocolate Waffle
Sweet tooth’s — be sure to get a taste of their Hot Chocolate Waffle that sees cocoa and cream over fluffy waffles, silky strawberry jelly and vanilla ice cream drizzled with Irish Cream Espresso.
Darjeeling House, Ramada Darjeeling
Set in the snazzy Ramada Darjeeling, Darjeeling House is known for its appetite-whetting breakfast buffet, which excels in both Indian and Continental flavours. Live station dishes are tasty, fruits are super fresh, and local dishes like the Mirchi Wada and Poori Bhaji are equally excellent. The Darjeeling House has everything required for lazy mornings — classic white minimalist interiors, simple, yummy food and excellent Darjeeling Tea. Dig in their satisfying Breakfast Buffet — think grilled sausages, fluffy scrambled eggs, streaky bacon, cherry tomatoes, button mushrooms and sourdough.
Darjeeling House, Ramada Darjeeling
Darjeeling House, Ramada Darjeeling, Gandhi Road, Chauk Bazaar, Darjeeling Timing : All Day Dining opens 24 Hours Average Cost : 1,200/- for two people Reservation : +91 7477714343
Enjoyably Delicious Breakfast Buffet at Darjeeling House, Ramada Darjeeling
First a big thanks to Ramada Darjeeling management for arranging this trip for us. This tea estate was established by Mr. David Wilson in 1854 and then known as Wilson Tea Estate. This tea garden is the one of the biggest tea estate in Darjeeling, West Bengal. It spans 440 acres of land and is located at a height of 6,900 feet above the sea level. In 1929, Tarapada Banerjee bought the Windsor tea estate and merged another nearby estate and gave the name Happy Valley Tea Estate. Presently this Tea Estate is owned by, Banerjee family from Hooghly.
Happy Valley Tea Estate
Located just below Hill Cart road, the Happy Valley Tea Estate is worth a visit, especially during March through May, when the plucking and processing are in progress. The approach of this Tea Estate is through a narrow winding downhill road which is quite steep. So if you are walking, the walk on your way back is likely to be quite cumbersome. But the scenic rewards on the way are enormous. The entire procedure of tea plucking, procession and packaging is interesting to experience. Tea lovers can surely buy some fresh tea from here. The entry in the estate if free however if visitors wants a detailed tour they can hire a tour guide.
Happy Valley Tea Estate
It become one of the major tourist attractions for its beautiful carpeted greenery which may sweep scenery lovers off their feet. Happy Valley Tea garden’s factory is the highest altitude tea factory in the world. Darjeeling has got a number of tea estates but none matches the scenic beauty of this particular one. A trip across this estate will also allow you to understand the processes involved in tea plantation, including the plucking, withering, fermenting and the drying process.
Happy Valley Tea Estate
Tourists can stroll down to the tea estate in the morning and rejuvenate the feeling of standing on the field of tea. If you have enough free time then you can go for a hiking or you can ride a cycle and have a tour in the valleys else you can enjoy a guided tea factory visit too. At the end of the factory tour you will be taken to the factory outlet where you can sample and taste various types of tea produced in the estate. If you want, you can also buy tea here.
Happy Valley Tea Estate
If you want to just taste a cup of best quality tea in Darjeeling, then there is another way. There is a small tea shop right next to the factory, Happy Golden Cafe which is run by a local lady. She has samples of the estate tea which she apparently collects from the employees quota. This is where you can have a cup of excellent black tea for Rs. 25/-. The lady will make it for you from leaves plucked at the gardens here.
Happy Valley Tea Estate
There are seasons for different types of tea’s, Green and little bit of White Tea are plucked during March to May. June to August is the season for Black Tea. September to November is again the season for Green and White Tea. The tea garden’s factory usually remains closed from November to February because tea plucking does not take place during winter. You can however see the tea gardens from outside. This tea Estate is certified by United Nations FAO project as a model tea estate and their first flush and second flush teas are extremely popular in all over world.
Just a short two minute walk from Darjeeling Mall, Glenary’s is a cosy bakery & restaurant that is great for spending wonderful time over light bites and excellent tea or coffee! Glenary’s Bakery & Cafe is well known for the breakfast it serves. Swing by in the mornings and perch yourself on one of their wooden benches along the open air balcony area. If you can spare more time, enjoy a simple breakfast of Roasted Pork Sub Sandwich with Hot Chocolate.
Glenary’s
Run by the Edwards family, Glenary’s is a prominent landmark of Darjeeling and existing since the British colonial days. Glenary’s has remained as the best bakery in Darjeeling district. Many restaurants and even star hotels in Darjeeling buy the fresh breads, cheese, cakes and pastry from Glenary’s and serve them to their customers, such has been its reputation. They have opened two outlets recently, one at the lower town of Darjeeling at Chowk Bazaar and another at Bagdogra (near the airport).
Glenary’s
Food Served on Table :
Roasted Pork Sub Sandwich
Roasted Pork Sub Sandwich – Freshly baked crusty sub sandwich rolls are layered with savory, tender, juicy, marinated and roasted pork loin, caramelized onions, bell pepper, mushrooms, iceberg lettuce and two slices of cheese. Glenary’s is sort of a local legend in making an amazingly tasty pork roast just for these Sub Sandwiches.
Hot Chocolate
Hot Chocolate – The Hot Chocolate here is smooth, with a nutty hint, but it is the flavour that you cannot miss. The hot, velvety smooth chocolate concoction is the most balanced we’ve tried so far. Such a delight before taking on the rest of the day!
Describing Taste and Flavor :
Hot Chocolate
It was raining like cats and dog since morning and my mind is telling me – no tea or coffee at hotel today, go straight for Glenary’s and sip their hot chocolate while adoring the chill winds. The Hot Chocolate here is great for a rainy day boost — a perfect blend of dark chocolate and milk, and is the perfect cocoa fix to start the day with. Let the cool wind gush in with the drizzle, let it rain!
Roasted Pork Sub Sandwich
When the weather forecast calls for a cold rainy day, hot Roasted Pork Sub Sandwich sounds the most appealing. Don’t miss out on the decadent Roasted Pork Sub Sandwich, featuring lightly seasoned roasted pork meat accompanied by onions, bell pepper, mushrooms, iceberg lettuce, cheese and a spread of chilli aioli sandwiched between multigrain sub.
Glenary’s
When in Darjeeling, this spacious, insta-worthy bakery is the spanking place to be for solid breakfast. Seating is limited, and most come by to quietly immerse themselves in the soothing aroma of baking cakes and brewing Darjeeling tea at Glenary’s Bakery & Cafe. This beautiful and nostalgic colonial space is set to be a hot hangout around the Darjeeling Mall.
Glenary’s
Glenary’s Bakery, Nehru Road, Chauk Bazaar, Darjeeling Timing : 6:30am – 7:30pm; Average Cost : 300/- for two (approx.) Reservation : 06295 972 916
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Ashish Mittal
Managing Director, MAP5 Hotels & Resorts, India
I really appreciate your sincere and selfless efforts for inspiring writing, creative videos, eye catching food photos and hosting wonderful food promotion events, covering various brands, their hotels, restaurants, lounges etc. in your blog Gourmets Travel Guide. In other words, you are putting your soul into food blogging - with your in-depth knowledge, sense of community and strong camaraderie.
Kamal Maggo
Asst. Corporate Chef, bloom Hotel Group, India
Rajdeep is always a superb communicator and knows how to capture the essence of different cuisines philosophy and elaborate it in such a way in his blog Gourmets Travel Guide that I become a big fan of his. He is an extremely sincere food blogger and highly artistic, this reflects in beautiful picture he posts beside the content and his style.
Gyanesh Thapa
Executive Chef, The Kannelite Hotel (By JTDC), Jamshedpur
Inauguration of Barcelos was my first time meeting with Rajdeep and that day was very memorable for me. Honest reviews in his blog always create an extra mile and makes him different from other bloggers. I find out so much information in his blog, it become an inspiration to me. Gourmets Travel Guide is really an excellent blog, covering very extensive and huge variety of topics.
Souvik Bhattacharjee
Sous Chef, Marriott Resort & Spa, Goa
Rajdeep is a one of the top bloggers who represents a complex interweaving of "food devotee" & his food photography is simply outstanding with all the feelings of food. Whether you are looking for a pocket-friendly yet delicious bite during your work lunch, or looking to impress someone with a more sophisticated restaurant, Gourmets Travel Guide has it all covered.
Ajit Kumar Singh
Sous Chef, Khaneen, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Rajdeep is a passionate foodie with a keen knowledge and experience of various cuisines and drinks. This comes out in his blog Gourmets Travel Guide as well as in conversations with him. What I also find commendable is the way he encourages and nurtures young food bloggers. It is always a pleasure to interact with him. I wish him all the best in his culinary endeavors.
Saugata Banerjee
Proprietor, Biryanishk & Pappadam, Kolkata
When it comes to love for food Rajdeep is the most passionate person known to me. His endless gastronomical journey and the skill of penning it down in such an extravagant yet simple to understand manner has made him one of the best blogger in town. Thanks to Gourmets Travel Guide which helps people to know about different cuisine.
Dulal Mondal
Sr. Operation Manager, Pipal Tree Hotel, Kolkata
Rajdeep has become an integral part of our hospitality industry for a long time. I have been following Gourmets Travel Guide and greatly benefited by the knowledge he has shared with an extremely positive outlook. His extensive research, technical expertise and polite behavior has won us over again and again. I wish him great success in all that he does.
Gajendra Kumar Singh
Executive Chef, The Stadel, Kolkata
Rajdeep Bhattacharjee is one of the eminent blogger, who has got in-depth knowledge in international and regional Indian cuisine. He has a very special skill of visualize industry trend, way ahead from present time. I worked with him and I respect his professional views. I wish him and his food & travel blog Gourmets Travel Guide a grand success.
Bipul Majumder
Executive Chef, Hotel Hindusthan International, Kolkata
It's a pleasure getting chance to write about Rajdeep - a good friend of mine, an eminent explorer and a prolific writer on food and travel. I keep on following his articles in Gourmets Travel Guide on a regular basis. His eagerness to gather knowledge always inspires me. I wish him all success for his future engagements.
Jayanta Banerjee
Executive Chef, Holiday Inn Kolkata
I can always count on Rajdeep to advocate Thailand. His articles, either it is on a local dish or haute cuisine, on the busiest touristic spot or the most enchanted sanctuary in the country, reflect his love and dedication for what he does. I wish Rajdeep good luck with the website Gourmets Travel Guide and continue to amuse his followers.
Montakan Hengsuwan
Formar Consul, Royal Thai Embassy Kolkata
I know Rajdeep for over 4 years and have worked with him on several assignments for two Hyatt hotels (Kolkata & Bangalore) in India. I love his out of the box ideas and creativeness. The content he curates in Gourmets Travel Guide are of high quality and engaging. I would love to collaborate with him whenever I come across any creative work for him.
Pravu P Sahoo
Cluster Digital Director – South India, Park Hyatt Hyderabad
I have known Rajdeep for a few years now and he is very versatile well traveled person who has a very good taste about way of life. He has done some wonderful blogging about my previous hotel Howard Johnson Bengaluru in his blog Gourmets Travel Guide. His detailed social media promotion and knowledgeable inputs has definitely helped us in achieving next level.
Rishi Neoge
General Manager, Royal Orchid Resorts Yehlanka
I am in association with Rajdeep for quite a long time now, he is emotionally & passionately attached with travel & hospitality industry as a result I feel his output is completely different from others in this field. His blog Gourmets Travel Guide is a must visit for any food lovers. All the best & keep doing what you are best in.
Debjit Ghosh
Sr. General Manager, Spicejet, India
Rajdeep is a kind of blogger who can fire up your desire of traveling with his blog Gourmets Travel Guide and keep food enthusiasts abreast with the latest news from the culinary industry . I appreciate people who inspire me and he is among one of them. Every creative person needs a genuine feedback and I won’t shy away from saying that Rajdeep is the smartest food blogger in Kolkata circuit and worth recognition!
Imran Ahmed Khan
Commercial Sales Manager - Eastern India, Etihad Airways
He is the consummate professional and truly one of the best blogger I have had the pleasure to meet. If you are looking for a high-end Food and Travel Blog, visit Gourmets Travel Guide and I know you will not be disappointed.
Arup Kumar Chatterjee
Sales Manager, SriLankan Airlines, Eastern India
I am usually delighted to read his blogs in culinary arena as he keeps discovering unique ones and it's always a pleasure to try some of his recommendations when on the go. Till date his choice is commendable and relates to his size as well! He defiantly inculcates confidence with his blog Gourmets Travel Guide where followers like us always open for a blind date with his recommendations!
Yasser Ahmad
Sales Manager - East India, Cathay Pacific Airways
Rajdeep is not only passionate about his blogging but he lives and breaths it everyday. His food and travel blogs are such a perfect fit for our busy lives. Thanks to his blog Gourmets Travel Guide, we know where to eat delicious food while traveling.
Rahul Saith
Sales Manager - Eastern India, Singapore Airlines
Rajdeep, knowing him for years as a avid Food & Travel Blogger who posts simple yet intriguing experiences of his food and travel adventure. His contribution to food and travel in Kolkata is quite stirring. He matches to my kind of food journey!! All the best to his blog Gourmets Travel Guide.
