Trippin’ On Goa

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Azulejos de Goa: ‘Tiling’ a new story!

In this unique space in Panjim, the hand-painted ceramic tiles showcase one man’s passion for preserving a piece of history.   Orlando de Noronha went to Portugal in 1997 to learn how…

Earth rum

For Earth’s sake

The new spirit to come out of Goa is a spiced rum, which wants to be eco-friendly. There’s a new spirit that’s made its debut in Goa’s buzzing alcohol market. No, it’s…

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6 luxury hotels in Goa with unbeatable monsoon views

Romance the rains and fall in love with Goa all over again by staying at these luxury hotels with uninterrupted monsoon views. Brimming rivers, lush mangroves, pristine beaches, and untapped hinterlands all…

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Goa’s newest dining spots

Here’s who is making the news in Goa’s hospitality industry, this off-season. It’s a rare week when we don’t hear of another new opening in everyone’s favourite pandemic destination. Goa’s hospitality industry…

Maka zai goan rum

Rum cocktail recipes from Maka Zai

Yes, we want these Maka Zai rum-based cocktails for World Rum Day today. Maka Zai, white and gold craft rum proudly distilled on Indian soil and nourished by the sweet waters of…

Monsoon trekking

Monsoon trekking in Goa no longer a dream!

Brimming rivers, swaying fields, and lush greenery offering scenic views at every turn — monsoon trekking will show you the quieter, more serene side of Goa. If exploring the untapped hinterlands of…

Route 66 panjim

Route 66: A true-blue American diner in Goa

Reminiscent of old-world American diners, Route 66’s interiors are agog with arty music and film references, its menu loaded with burgers, pizzas and all things typically American. Burger lovers, wait for a…

The village bistro

The Village Bistro: From Europe, with love

Local chef Gracian de Souza’s new restaurant, The Village Bistro, serves classic bistro fare with some Goan elements. It was Goan food that first brought Chef Gracian de Souza into the limelight.…

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The evolution of Chapora

Chapora’s nightlife harks back to a gentler time, although there are winds of change. This is where the locals and those in the know come to party and hang out. The very…

The best artisanal feni to find in goa

The best artisanal feni to come out of Goa

Long restricted to Goan shores with an unfair rep on the odour front, here’s some of the best artisanal feni that’s going a long way in changing minds. Where once people saw…

The baale sunset cocktail

A summer cocktail from Baale Resort Goa

Anje Britz, Food & Beverage Manager, Baale Resort Goa, comes up with the perfect cocktail to match Goa’s magical sunsets. Anje Britz, Baale Resort Goa’s dynamic F&B Manager, has previously worked in South…

Sake the asian lounge

Saké is Asian on crack

Saké, Assagao’s newest restaurant, wants to show people that Asian food can be fun, and affordable. Assagao today is a mini-city. One of blinding lights, music at different corners, thriving nightlife and…

Happy soul cafe by pooja bedi in anjuna goa

Pooja Bedi’s Happy Soul Cafe is manna for foodies

Step into Pooja Bedi’s Happy Soul Café for wholesome wellness moments. Eat fresh, healthy, ambrosial food in the café. And take home the goodness from the retail store. Pro tip: Do not…

Satiwa is the latest entrant on the gin scene in goa

Goa’s newest gin promises a happy high

Satiwa is a London Dry gin with hemp as one of its key botanicals. There’s no denying that gin is still enjoying its time in the sun. There are exclusive gin events…

Chef couple of vedro panjim

TD Conversations: Chefs Maia Laifungbam & Sanchit Behl of Vedro

Chefs Maia Laifungbam & Sanchit Behl of Vedro, Goa talk of local Goan ingredients, French mother sauces, European techniques, ‘vocal for local’, the global palate, and the importance of nostalgia, comfort, delight…

Black vanilla cafe assagao

The food-focussed, passion-driven Black Vanilla Cafe

Located in the bustle of Assagao, Black Vanilla Café does not fuss overly about design, and serves very good food in a penny plain verandah. On the main Assagao road, crane your…

10 of the best jazz bars in goa

10 of the best bars to jazz up your Goa experience!

Live music, especially jazz, is best enjoyed at any one of these 10 amazing restaurants and bars in Goa. Cavala Seaside Resort, Baga Cavala has long been one of Goa’s favourite watering…

Hopped mead and sidr honey from moonshine meadery

Moonshine Meadery brings the elixir of the gods to Goa

Moonshine Meadery brings ‘Hopped Mead’ and their brand-new, pure and superior quality honey ‘Sidr Honey’ to Goa. Asia’s first-ever meadery brings you the most ancient alcoholic beverage — mead. After the successful…

Arvalem caves

The mystery behind the ancient caves of Arvalem in Goa

The rock-cut Arvalem Caves are a lesser-known ancient gem in North Goa, with many a legend attached to their origin. One of the biggest draws of Goa is its intricate, ancient architecture…