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Inside Chatti NYC, Chef Regi Mathew slow-cooks Kerala’s toddy-shop classics in Midtown, with clarified sambar martinis, clay-pot curries et all. From choosing toddy over cocktails to calling out blasphemous tweaks to South Indian food, he is serving up truth bombs and a whole lot of flavour in this delightful dose of Regi being Regi. Tap the link in bio to read more.

In Conversation With Chef Regi Mathew

From the spicy crunch of Singju to the comforting warmth of Ooti and the nutty bite of black purple rice kheer, Lin Laishram takes us on a delicious journey through her go-to Manipuri dishes at her cloud kitchen, Akhoi.

Inside Akhoi: Lin Laishram's Go-To Dishes You Need To Try

Lin Laishram, model, actor, and entrepreneur, takes us inside her cloud kitchen, Akhoi in Versova, Mumbai. In a candid chat, Lin shares the significance of Akhoi, a name that represents the heart and soul of Manipuri cuisine. From the unique native ingredients to the bold flavours, she also addresses the most misspelled dishes that often confuse food lovers.

In Conversation With Lin Laishram, Owner of Akhoi, Mumbai

At Kona Kona, her new restaurant in Andheri, Mona Singh brings together the flavours of her childhood and the spirit of what she’s today. She takes us on a flavour-packed journey, as she gets candid about the comfort food she grew up loving and the cocktails that best reflect her personality that’s bold, unexpected, and full of character.

In Conversation With Mona Singh

Chef Mirko Febbrile brings his Puglian roots (and a serious love for butter) to Grand Hyatt Mumbai, while Nikhil Agarwal of All Things Nice curates the wine pairings to perfection. From heartfelt food memories to hilarious interview moments (yes, alligator sashimi was mentioned — no, it’s not on the menu), this dinner is all flavour, no fuss, and full of charm.

In Conversation With Chef Mirko Febbrile Of Somma, Singapore

In Conversation with Chef Mirko Febbrile of Somma, Singapore

From the stunning interiors to a menu crafted with heart, Shilpa Shetty Kundra tells us why Blondie by Bastian, Mumbai’s newest culinary hotspot is set to become the go-to destination. In a candid chat, Shilpa shares her love for the vibrant chic space, and of course, some of her must-try dishes from the menu – think comforting classics and decadent desserts.

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