Advertisements Advertisements Photo: Drazen_/Getty Images Following the cancellation of UK prime minister Boris Johnson’s India visit due to the COVID-19 crisis, India has become the 40th country on the UK’s Red List. By implication, most travellers won’t be allowed to enter the UK if they are coming from or through India. Health Secretary Matt Hancock […]
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How has your city changed over the last 37 years? Google Earth’s Timelapse will show you | Condé Nast Traveller India
Advertisements Advertisements Watch the urban expansion of Greater Noida on Google Earths Timelapse feature. Photo: Google Earth You may not be able to travel at the moment due to the pandemic, but you can travel back in time thanks to Google Earth’s new Timelapse feature. You can watch the Bandra-Worli Sea Link pop over Mumbai’s […]
Some Mumbai 5-star hotels are being turned into COVID care facilities. What does it mean? | Condé Nast Traveller India
Desperate times call for desperate measures. And so, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has planned to turn a bunch of hotels across Mumbai into COVID care centres, or what are being termed as “step-down facilities”. As per this order dated April 14, these step-down facilities will be used for COVID patients with mild symptoms. Those with […]
The secret to perfect fried rice, according to cookbook author Anissa Helou | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
In our series #CommunityTable, tastemakers from India and around the globe celebrate their favourite restaurants, veggie meals and ingredients. Anissa Helou’s cookbook Feast:Food of the Islamic World documents Islamic food culture in a way it hasn’t been before and presents an exquisite journey through place and time, from Senegal to Indonesia via the Arab, Persian, […]
The apple that gets India through sizzling summers | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Very few fruits conjure up a picture of summer as mangoes do. Whether it’s in the form of milkshakes or aamras, the heat-inducing pulp sits on a pedestal around this time of the year. But there’s a universe of fruits out there, some even more weather-appropriate for India’s rising temperatures than the king of fruits. […]
Are hotels still open in Maharashtra and other travel-related questions answered | Condé Nast Traveller India
Advertisements Advertisements Travellers arrive at Mumbai International Airport. Photo: Imtiyaz Shaikh/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images) In a move to contain against the second wave of COVID, the Maharashtra government announced a 15-day curfew on Tuesday. Section 144 will be enforced from 8pm on 14 April until 7am on 1 May. All non-essential, non-emergency travel is […]
Move over gin, the Tequila revolution is coming to India | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
This Indian startup lets you order in from your favourite restaurants from across India | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Advertisements Advertisements A selection of Indian dishes. Photo: Magdalena Bujak / Alamy Stock Photo You may not be travelling much these days, but thanks to this startup, you can still relish your favourite meals from across the country. JustMyRoots is an online food delivery service that not only caters to those specific lockdown cravings but […]
Chemex to AeroPress: 8 coffee making techniques decoded | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Till a few years ago, instant coffee would be a go-to for many of us. But that’s changed, thanks to the emergence of craft coffee brands and specialty brews. The art of making these coffees might sound complex but all you really need is the right equipment, some good coffee beans and a little coffee […]
‘Gourds are underrated’ | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
In our series #CommunityTable, tastemakers from India and around the globe celebrate their favourite restaurants, veggie meals and ingredients. Author Nandita Iyer picks her ingredient of 2021, and tells us why gourds are more delightful than we think What’s the best vegetarian dish you’ve ever eaten? Why? Where was it? I’m sure there are many, […]
India’s landscapes from over 200 years ago come alive at this exhibition | Condé Nast Traveller India
Explore Indian landscapes that date back to over two centuries ago, from colonisation to freedom, at the New Found Lands: The Indian Landscape from Empire to Freedom. The exhibition curated by Dr. Giles Tillotson will showcase at the DAG in New York from 2 April until 31 May. The artwork tells a visual story of […]
Latest lockdown rules: What you can and cannot do in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad | Condé Nast Traveller India
Advertisements Advertisements Gateway of India deserted after a night curfew between 8:00 pm to 7:00 am came into effect in Mumbai. Photo: Hindustan Times / Contributor With the second wave of COVID-19 in India, several cities are now implementing strict restrictions to curb the spread of the disease. From night curfews and weekend lockdowns to […]
Bel: the fruit of gods, ghosts and summer afternoons | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
An Indian summer is a melee of memories, books, long holidays, afternoon siestas, and an assortment of fruits. While summer fruit is synonymous with mango, each part of the country has its own seasonal fruits that make striking cameo appearances through the long spell of hot weather. Take, for example, the bel or wood apple. […]
The IATA Travel Pass rolls out next week. How can you get it? | Condé Nast Traveller India
Advertisements Advertisements An illustration of the IATA Travel Pass mobile application. Photo: SOPA Images / Contributor With the end of the pandemic still some time away, it seems we will have to cope with the maze of health permits for a little longer. But the travel industry has been working at easing some of this […]
Urrak: an insider’s guide to Goa’s other favourite drink | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Summer afternoons are balmy at best in India’s sunshine state. As I drive from Sangolda village towards Panaji, Goa’s capital city, I decide to beat the heat with a quick stopover for a gelato at the O’ Mio gelateria at Porvorim. Little do I know that there is a surprise in store. Apart from local […]
The one meal Harsh Goenka can’t stop thinking about… | Condé Nast Traveller India | International
In our series #CommunityTable, tastemakers from India and around the globe celebrate their favourite restaurants, veggie meals and ingredients. RPG Chairman Harsh Goenka loves to travel, is a patron of the arts and experiments with local cuisine wherever he goes. In this interview, he tells us about his most memorable meal and more. The best […]
Chef Prateek Sadhu launches a spice brand that celebrates India’s diverse flavours | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Picture saffron straight from the fields of Pampore, Bhut Jolokia from the southern Nagaland and fiery dried red chilies from Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. It takes a chef to understand the value of provenance. Award-winning chef Prateek Sadhu’s travels across India have taught him precisely that. His search for exciting hyper-local ingredients has taken him to […]
Making French connections | Condé Nast Traveller India
The ultimate vegan shopping guide | Condé Nast Traveller India
If the COVID-19 pandemic taught us one thing, it is how swiftly the course of our lives can change. Now more than ever before, it is important to help our planet flourish, protect nature and, at the very least, stop cruelty towards other creatures. In that spirit, we’ve put together a list of beauty, accessory […]
This Kerala couple is travelling across India, living in their car and bathing at petrol pumps | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
For Thrissur-based couple Harikrishnan J, and Lakshmi Krishna, the pandemic was a blessing in disguise. It helped them realise their ultimate travel dream. In fact, it was even before the pandemic hit that the couple had begun planning for a lifetime of adventure and exploration. “Our love for travel resulted in a backpacking honeymoon trip […]
How many of India’s iconic idlis have you tried? | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Advertisements Advertisements Idli platter at Roseate Hotels and Resorts When US Vice President Kamala Harris was recently asked about her favourite Indian dishes she listed “idli, with a really good sambhar” as one of them. A few days earlier, the idli kicked up a row of sorts on social media platform Twitter, when British historian […]
“I have started using local vegetables as substitutes for exotics” | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
In our series #CommunityTable, tastemakers from India and around the globe celebrate their favourite restaurants, veggie meals and ingredients. Lifestyle influencer Mira Kapoor loves everyday Indian sabzis and believes in sustainable healthy eating. In this interview, she tells us about her favourite vegetarian dishes, ingredients and more. What’s the best vegetarian dish you’ve ever eaten? […]
The top vegetarian restaurants in Colombo, New York, Dubai, Singapore, London and Zurich | Condé Nast Traveller India
Vegetarian food is no longer a poorly thought-out list at the end of a restaurant menu. Across the world, restaurants are embracing the flavours of local vegetables and bringing a whole new range of food to the table. Here’s where you can find the best vegetarian food in Colombo, New York, Dubai, Singapore, London and […]
Thandai: the summer drink that celebrates the spirit of Holi | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Advertisements Advertisements Thandai. Photo: ajaykampani The festival of Holi is all about letting go and celebrating. Vibrant colours are flung into the air, white kurtas become canvases for splashes of coloured water and fistfuls of bright-hued powder, and everyone from little children and parents to grandparents join in the fun. If there’s one drink that […]
Where to get married in the Maldives | Condé Nast Traveller India
Advertisements Advertisements Aerial view of jellyfish swimming underwater in Male, Maldives. Photo: It seemed like everyone seeking respite from lockdown life in 2020 made a beeline for the Maldives’ crystalline seas and photogenic water villas. And the rush continues. The Maldives has always been a top contender for dreamy honeymoons and proposals. But over the […]
Where to eat breakfast in McLeod Ganj | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Nestled in upper Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh, the town of McLeod Ganj is a heady mix of culture and food, with eateries jostling for space with monasteries and trinket shops, colourful prayer flags lining the streets and meditation retreats thrown into the mix. McLeod Ganj may be better known for its Tibetan fare, thanks to […]
The best hotels to get married in India now | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
When it comes to destination weddings in India, you are spoilt for choice. Whether you’re looking for an opulent palace wedding, a relaxed nuptial by the beach or an intimate wedding tucked away in nature, Indian destinations have something for everyone. Here are the best hotels to get married in India now ROYAL RETREATS IN […]
These 7 Indian craft breweries are celebrating regional ingredients with their beers | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Advertisements Advertisements Beyond Your Wits by Great State Ale Works; The Maka di Honey Ale and Belgian Blanche. Photos: Instagram/@greatstate.aleworks ; @we.are.maka As summer comes around and temperatures rise, Sunday afternoons are best spent with a chilled beer. While beer is largely associated with German or English pub culture, a lesser-known fact is that there […]
6 gorgeous resorts to stay in the Andamans | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Advertisements Advertisements Taj Exotica Resort and Spa A beach vacation in the summer is great. But a beach island vacation is even better. With white sand beaches, mangroves and lush tropical rainforests, the Andamans provide the perfect escape during the summertime. Here are six resorts that embrace the natural beauty of the islands and give […]
ARAKU Café raises the bar for coffee shops in the country
A sleek, all-white, state-of-the-art coffee bar is waiting for you. The aroma of freshly-ground coffee will greet you, and on the menu, dishes inspired by Japan, the Mediterranean and Korea will tantalise your tastebuds. You could be anywhere in the world, but one sip of the coffee and you’re likely to be transported to the […]
What’s a Miyawaki forest and why is it taking over our cities? | Condé Nast Traveller India
Advertisements Advertisements A Sapling in the soil. Photo: Sahil Ghosh / EyeEm / Getty Images. As the earth’s green cover continues to shrink and global warming and climate change become more imminent, it’s more important than ever to be conscious of the fragile ecosystem we live in. Across the country, a growing number of individuals […]
Swati Snacks: How a Gujarati homemaker’s dream became Mumbai’s pride | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
4 Indian whiskies the world loves
Up until a decade ago, Indian spirits were lesser-known among their global peers. But it’s a different story today. There’s a small but growing tribe of brands that are producing some top-quality spirits in the country and Indian whisky is leading the pack. These brands are putting India on the world whisky map with nuanced […]
Hopping from Mumbai and Maldives to Pavna, this multi-destination wedding pulled out all the stops | Condé Nast Traveller India
How do you plan a wedding during a pandemic and ensure you get all your friends and family to be a part of your celebration? By hosting it across different destinations for something that’s equal parts gram-worthy and memorable. That’s just what Shaza Morani, director at Cineyug, an entertainment and events management company, did for […]
Jil jil Jigarthanda: The drink from Madurai that cools the heart and warms the… | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
A cold, cold heart is Elton John’s elegiac reprise in his chart-topping ballad Sacrifice. A cold heart is also a thing of joy in Madurai. The curiously named jigarthanda (literal translation: cold heart) is a drink that celebrates excess, eschews conventions and piles on known treats of summer (think ice cream, chilled basundi, cream, milk) […]
Just 2 hours from Chandigarh, this Himachal home is cut off from the world | Condé Nast Traveller India
Advertisements Advertisements This special series invites you into homes of interesting people in interesting places. Read the other stories here. You can sip tea at a different spot every day for a month, says Usha Hooda, who has opened up her dreamy mountain home in Himachal Pradesh to guests. Called Mayascrest, the stone mansion sits like […]
Mumbai, are you ready to drink more beer?
Just in time for the sweltering summer, the city gets a new craft brewpub. This time, it isn’t a brewery from Bengaluru or one by a homegrown hipster. One of the biggest names in the business, Scottish craft brew brand BrewDog has launched its first brewpub in the country. After the launch of a few […]
Solkadi: the drink that heralds summer across the Konkan coast | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
It wasn’t quite love at first sight with the solkadi. It was a sweltering summer afternoon in Janata Lunch Home, a tiny coastal food speciality restaurant and somewhat of an anomalous institution in Mumbai’s hip suburb of Bandra. The afternoon grew hotter as plates piled up featuring fiery pomfret fry slathered in a red chilli […]
Booking an Udaipur hotel now requires a negative COVID-19 test result | Condé Nast Traveller India
Advertisements Advertisements City Palace and Lake Pichola in Udaipur. Photo: John Philip Harper After a recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Udaipur, the district administration has directed hotels, airport authorities and airlines to exercise caution when working with travellers from Maharashtra, Gujarat, Punjab, Haryana, Kerala and Madhya Pradesh. Hotels in the City of Lakes now […]
No time for the kitchen? Subscribe to these meal services in Delhi NCR | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Advertisements Advertisements A wholesome meal bowl. Photo: Cavan Images / Alamy Stock Photo Home-made food can be great. But that also means meal prep, cook time and a whole lot of decision-making. If you want to eat healthy but simply don’t have time to cook at home, there are a bunch of meal subscription services […]
This quaint farmhouse near Darjeeling will help you reconnect with nature | Condé Nast Traveller India
Takdah, which translates to “land of the fog” in the ethnic Lepcha language, is a British-era cantonment in West Bengal that offers sweeping views of tea gardens and mist-shrouded hills. At Prabhdev and Mridula Singh’s quaint farmstay Kaleege House, you won’t be short of either. Why Takdah? Sitting at an altitude of about 5,000 feet, […]
Fed up with COVID, these senior citizens went on a 4,500km road-trip from Chandigarh to Chennai | Condé Nast Traveller India | International
The Bucket List has got a real-life remake. Except it’s not the final countdown that drove three senior citizens to make a road trip from Chandigarh to Andamans in January, but the pandemic. “COVID was boring the hell out of us. My wife, Amrita, and I were sipping on some Madeira. We were probably high […]
How many of these Indian kombucha brands have you tried?
Every now and then, we see the appearance of new superfoods and drinks that claim to be the next big health trend. Some stay on, while others disappear as quickly as they arrived. Kombucha, however, is one of those trends that has caught on not only for its health benefits, but also for its elixir-like […]
Meet 5 Indian women tea entrepreneurs who are brewing change | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
To the iconic images of women working among tea-bushes in Assam or serving chai to suitors in their living room, add the last decade’s array of women who have stepped up to open their own tea companies. Their brews are stocked in swanky hotels and restaurants and tucked into gourmet boxes today, and perhaps even […]
From organic milk to exotic veggies, here’s where you can order online for fresh produce in Pune | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Advertisements Advertisements Strawberries at The Indian Organics farm As more and more people become conscious of what they buy and put on their plates, the need for farm-fresh produce and healthy alternatives is growing rapidly. A new clutch of farmers and entrepreneurs in Pune are upping the ante by introducing new farming techniques, intelligent supply […]
These artisanal ice cream brands in Delhi will keep you cool through the summer | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
In Delhi, summer sparks a mad rush for ice cream. The Mughal emperors, right from the time of Babur, spent much money and machinations in moving ice from the cooler climes of Kashmir to the plains of Delhi, a fact which yielded the first experiments in kulfi in the 16th Century. The British, swooning under […]
From Kingfisher to Parle G, Bengaluru’s artisanal ice-cream brands are scooping your favourite flavours | Condé Nast Traveller India | India
Ice creams form a sweet footnote in Bengaluru’s history. Way back in 1930, vanilla, chocolate and raspberry ice creams retailed at one anna at the Lakeview Milk Bar, a dessert started by an Englishman called James Meadow Charles. The first soft serve ice cream machines in India were brought in by the Mavalli Tiffin Room […]