India Journals

Quote: Mussoorie is very touristy. In contrast, neighbouring Landour is quieter, more old-fashioned, and with a charm that Mussoorie lacks. Reviews of some of Landour’s attractions, and some places a little further out.

Quote: New restaurants open in Delhi every other day. Here are some reviews of some old ones, and some new kids on the block.

Quote: Established in the early 1800s by the British, Mussoorie is known as the ‘Queen of the Hills’. An ironic epithet, since the charm that once made Mussoorie so popular has been considerably diminished because of the decades of irresponsible tourism. Still, Mussoorie has its moments.

Quote: Even though it’s long been one of north India’s most popular weekend getaways (especially for the none-too-discerning), Mussoorie isn’t quite home to the best places to eat and sleep. Some reviews of the restaurants we visited, and the hotel we stayed at.

Quote: Kochi - the city everyone assumes is the capital of Kerala but it isn't. A fantastic seaside city where most of what you need to see takes up a remarkably small area.

Quote: Hauz Khas Village is named for the medieval ‘Hauz Khas’ (literally, ‘royal pool’) that sits at its centre. For several decades now, Hauz Khas Village has been a place for designer boutiques, swish shops, art galleries – and restaurants by the dozen. Here are some of them.

Quote: St Stephen’s Church or even Satpula are the sort of places one might visit if one was in Delhi for a couple of months. But the most obscure of this massive city’s many monuments are the ones even long-time residents may never see, not in a lifetime. A sampling.

Quote: …and even beyond maachher jhol, appams with stew, and haleem. A tour of some Delhi restaurants that offer a few of India’s lesser-known regional cuisines.

Quote: Over the past decade or so, the number of expats in Delhi has boomed. Thankfully, expats who prefer familiar food now have options available. A few reviews of some restaurants that are almost exclusively expat haunts because they offer good, authentic cuisine, not ‘Indianised’ versions.

Quote: I spent 3 years of my childhood in Srinagar, the state capital of Kashmir. This May, after nearly 27 years, I finally figured it was safe to go back and see if Kashmir was as beautiful as I’d remembered it. And yes. I am satisfied. It’s every bit as lovely.