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    Vir Sanghvi

    Why hide the papers? Why keep the conspiracy theories related to Netaji Subhas Bose’s death alive? And why deny India the truth about the death of one of its great freedom fighters?

    Articles by Vir Sanghvi

    Rude Travel by Vir Sanghvi: Take a reign check

    Hyderabad’s Falaknuma Palace is one of two Indian hotels to have been awarded three keys by Michelin.
    brunch
    Updated on Sep 18, 2026 12:40 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Why the avocado is like butter, but better

    If avocados have a chance of succeeding in India, it’s because they mimic the feel of butter. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on Sep 11, 2026 11:59 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Every flavour of India

    Italian chef Massimo Bottura was recently in India, and he loved the food at Delhi’s Nisaba.
    brunch
    Updated on Sep 4, 2026 11:58 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: The best omelettes from around the world

    The Japanese make an omelette and rice dish known as omurice. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on Aug 28, 2026 12:16 IST

    First look, first taste: Gaggan Anand’s hot new Delhi restaurant, Raga

    Raga, chef Gaggan Anand’s new restaurant in Delhi, serves a reinvented version of his iconic golgappa pani in a sweet sphere.
    brunch
    Updated on Aug 21, 2026 14:35 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Sins of the flesh

    In India, mutton-lamb, beef-buff distinctions are hazy both on the menu and on the palate. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on Aug 14, 2026 11:38 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Just follow the crunch

    Indians consume a staggering 5 million tonnes of chicken a year, and we love it fried. (SHUTTERSTOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on Aug 7, 2026 12:58 IST

    The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Why fancy restaurant trends are ruining good food

    People don’t say this aloud too often, but the difficulty in introducing a new audience to a cuisine is that chefs have to find ways of making the food more familiar.
    opinion
    Updated on Aug 3, 2026 09:39 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Hit the right spots

    Grammie in Delhi has a menu ranging from South American-influenced dishes to distinctive Japanese flavours.
    brunch
    Updated on Jul 31, 2026 11:52 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Finally, actual Punjabi food is having a moment

    Kikli in Delhi’s Connaught Place serves the food Punjabis are used to eating.
    brunch
    Updated on Jul 24, 2026 08:49 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Chill, you’ve grown up

    In India, the best ice-cream comes from artisanal brands that make it in small portions. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on Jul 17, 2026 12:14 IST

    The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The hotelier who created Maldives luxury is back

    Reflecting on his journey, Sonu Shivdasani aims to offer unique, luxurious experiences that address modern guests' demands for tranquillity and holistic healing. (Representative picture: Freepik)
    opinion
    Updated on Jul 14, 2026 10:13 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: The new eating-out guide to old London

    Vivek Singh makes a fabulous crab ghee roast at Cinnamon Club, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
    brunch
    Updated on Jul 10, 2026 12:06 IST

    The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: How Taj transformed a London hotel into a luxury icon

    St James Court, a prestigious London hotel, was once in disarray but transformed by the Taj Group.
    opinion
    Updated on Jul 6, 2026 04:00 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Why are we still anti-eggs in 2026?

    The eggs eaten in India (and elsewhere) are unfertilised. There’s no baby chicken inside. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on Jul 3, 2026 11:49 IST

    The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The culture of queuing up outside a restaurant

    It’s a restaurant's choice to allow queues outside. But it does tell you something about how they regard their customers.
    opinion
    Updated on Jun 29, 2026 08:08 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Get off the waitlist

    When Daniel in NYC had three Michelin stars, dinner reservations were impossible to score.
    brunch
    Updated on Jun 26, 2026 11:51 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Across the milky way

    Last week, news broke that Kwality Wall’s will stop making ice cream with vegetable fat and switch to milk.
    brunch
    Updated on Jun 19, 2026 11:45 IST

    The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Rediscovering the old-world charm of Rome's heritage

    The historic Trevi Fountain is one of the popular attractions in Rome.
    opinion
    Updated on Jun 13, 2026 15:23 IST

    Rude Travel by Vir Sanghvi: Why Dubai is shining despite a global crisis

    At the relatively new One Za’abeel hotel, the restaurants were full of locals having fun. (ONE&ONLY)
    brunch
    Updated on Jun 12, 2026 12:33 IST

    The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Understanding the elite world of Michelin stars

    The Michelin Guide is considered a significant authority on quality dining.
    opinion
    Updated on Jun 9, 2026 02:02 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Why we’re hung up on Gymkhana food

    The most famous club dish of all time, the Club Sandwich was not invented in a club. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on Jun 5, 2026 13:01 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: That Burgundy night

    Three of Mumbai’s star chefs recently created a dinner menu to match Domaine Romanee Conti’s wines.
    brunch
    Updated on May 29, 2026 10:39 IST

    Rude Travel by Vir Sanghvi: A luxurious Odyssey

    Amalfi is the stuff of legend, and is also a holiday paradise for luxury seekers. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on May 22, 2026 12:17 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Don’t get scammed by the ham

    In India, ham is often served as part of a ham-and-cheese sandwich to make it more appetising. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on May 15, 2026 11:00 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Wait, let me take a pic

    If you go to a fancy restaurant now, nearly every guest will be taking pictures of their food. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on May 8, 2026 12:46 IST

    The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: How jhal moori became India’s most talked-about snack

    Jhal moori has gained unprecedented fame following Prime Minister Modi's unscheduled stop during the Bengal assembly election campaign. Picture generated by ChatGPT.
    opinion
    Updated on May 5, 2026 15:46 IST

    Rude Food by Vir Sanghvi: Choc it up to snobbery

    Chocolate snobs say only stuff with 80% cocoa is acceptable. Who cares? Eat what you like. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on May 1, 2026 10:37 IST

    Rude Travel by Vir Sanghvi: How to idyll worship in Krabi

    Despite the falling rupee, Thailand is a cheaper holiday destination compared to other international locations. (ADOBE STOCK)
    brunch
    Updated on Apr 24, 2026 12:07 IST

    The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Is an airport concierge worth the money? It depends

    There is no point buying a business class ticket and then spending two hours getting out of the airport. (Freepk)
    opinion
    Updated on Apr 21, 2026 05:49 IST
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