IFFI Goa 2025 is set to roll out its red carpet from November 20 to November 28. Now if you happen to be attending, there's no reason for your trip to just be about cinema. Influencer and Goa-tripping veteran Tarini Manchanda has just the perfect hotspot reccos up her sleeve (and on her feed). Check them out!
Food trip energy
1. Pousada by the Beach is a Calangute staple and a must-visit. Tarini says the spot also has a couple of cute dogs, so that's a bonus!
2.Thalassa Beach, but try making it before sunset.
3. La Plage is one of the fancier shacks in Morjim with a stunning sea view to supplement your full plates.
4. Anahata Beach Resort in Ashwem is one of Tarini's top picks to dump her stuff at before heading into the waters — and a cozy spot awaits once you're done splashing around.
5. Amber's Cocktail Bar is another perfect sunset spot in Morjim. Think a shack, but for cocktails. Tarini recommends going right after a dip.
6. Tereza Beach House on Coco beach has delicious comfort food, a stunning view and will almost end up feeling like a private beach experience, affirms Tarini.
7. Gopal's Shack is a good old rustic shack in Morjim — the kind you just can't go wrong with.
{{/usCountry}}7. Gopal's Shack is a good old rustic shack in Morjim — the kind you just can't go wrong with.
{{/usCountry}}8. Yazu serves up Japanese and is one of the fancier Candolim spots. Bonus points for the sea facing table arrangements.
See and spend
1. Goa Jail Museum in Auguad used to be a sprawling jail which has now been converted into a niche gallery, complete with a food truck and wine being served on the sea-facing deck. Tarini suggests calling ahead to find out a cool exhibition to catch.
2. Verandah (with the Mahe restaurant in Anjuna) will leave you spoilt for choice when it comes to bikinis and swimwear.
3. Flame Stores are one-of-a-kind concept stores spread across Goa. Tarini swears by the Candolim outlet.
4. Rangeela frame prints to take home for the fam and friends is an absolute must. You could also get your hands on some artsy home decor.
5. Nana-ki and shops are located close to La Plage on Morjim beach and is full of resort-coded shops. The real pull? The bar in the middle.
6. No Nasties in Assagaon also comes highly recommended from Tarini for some ultra-soft elevated basics, perfect for your Goa trip.
Did this itinerary just get you doubly excited for IFFI?