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The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Exploring the best packed meals for airplane journeys

Tired of bland airline meals? Discover why packed samosas, salami, and crisps are the perfect in-flight food that beats reheated meals every time.

In-flight meals are often unsatisfactory, leading many travellers to pack their own food.
Published on Jan 28, 2025 12:32 PM IST

Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Breaking myths and embracing India's cannabis tradition

Cannabis is a plant that grows wild in many parts of India. In much of the rest of the world, it is cultivated by farmers. 

Our ignorance about cannabis allows motivated campaigns to be launched against individuals who consume it. (Shutterstock)
Published on Jan 21, 2025 12:25 PM IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Why Sri Lankan cuisine deserves more recognition

Sri Lankan cuisine, often overshadowed by Indian food, offers a rich blend of flavours, making it a distinct and diverse culinary tradition of its own.

Indians often dismiss the cuisines of neighbouring countries, viewing them as offshoots of their own.(Freepik)
Published on Jan 07, 2025 02:02 PM IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Behind the scenes with India’s most humble PM

The unseen journey of Manmohan Singh from an economist at RBI to the reformer PM who changed India forever, reshaped India’s economy—and paid the price for it.

In this Aug. 15, 2013 file photo, then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is captured during the 67th Independence Day celebration, in New Delhi. Singh passed away on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024, at the age of 92.(PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist Lav)
Updated on Dec 27, 2024 05:06 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Abhijit Banerjee's book explores India's food culture

Abhijit Banerjee’s new book explores India’s diverse food culture. It delves into the relationship between food, society, and economics. 

Abhijit Banerjee.
Published on Dec 16, 2024 01:12 PM IST

Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Farewell Vistara; airline's legacy & challenges for future

As somebody who takes over a hundred flights a year, most of them on Tata owned airlines, I do hope they get it right. There is simply too much at stake.

A Vistara aircraft prepares for landing at the Trivandrum International Airport on Monday. (PTI)
Updated on Nov 13, 2024 10:00 AM IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: India’s top restaurants are losing the personal touch

The recent industry expansion has led to staff shortages and a lack of proper training, resulting in poorer guest experiences and declining service standards.

India’s top restaurants are losing the personal touch with declining service standards.
Published on Oct 22, 2024 10:50 AM IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Ratan Tata's legacy of decency, humility, compassion

The public's grief over Ratan Tata's passing reflects how, in our hearts, we still value integrity, humility, and compassion.

People pay homage to business leader Ratan Tata. (PTI Photo)
Published on Oct 15, 2024 01:01 PM IST

The Taste of Time: Booked a seat for this unique dining experience yet?

Tickets for The Taste of Time are selling out fast! Make sure you don’t miss out on this gastronomical outing

Vir Sanghvi and Vikas Khanna
Published on Oct 14, 2024 03:52 PM IST

Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Why luxury hotels thrive outside big hospitality brands

Big hotel chains dominate the industry but struggle in the luxury sector, where smaller, independent brands excel, much like top restaurants.

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Why luxury hotels thrive outside the grasp of big hospitality brands
Published on Oct 08, 2024 03:10 PM IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The many complexities of making realistic fiction

What we see on the screen often twists, mangles or falsifies reality either for dramatic purpose or to fulfill an agenda.

Two controversies over the last week highlight the complexity of making so-called realistic fiction. (Instagram/@kanganaranaut, Instagram/@itsvijayvarma)
Published on Sep 10, 2024 01:22 PM IST
By, Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Why are most fancy restaurants so dimly-lit?

People who understand food want you to enjoy the restaurant experience. People who don’t care about food only want to their places to look ‘cool’.

Restaurants were never meant to be dimly lit. (Unsplash)
Published on Sep 05, 2024 04:23 PM IST
By, Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Why India isn’t the vegetarian nation you’ve been told

Contrary to popular belief, India isn’t as vegetarian as many think. Let’s uncover the truth behind our eating habits and debunk some common myths.

Despite the widespread belief that India is predominantly vegetarian, the reality is quite different.(Freepik)
Updated on Aug 20, 2024 07:46 PM IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The story of Natwar Singh

The article traces the life and journey of Natwar Singh - former Minister of External Affairs of India - who died last weekend.

I miss him. And I miss politicians like him who valued literature and ideas and went beyond the petty politics of the day. We have too few of them.(Pinterest)
Published on Aug 12, 2024 06:14 PM IST
By, Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: How centuries of influence shaped Indian cuisine

Indian cuisine is a rich tapestry woven from centuries of trade and cultural exchanges. Yet, popular myths often blur the true origins of our beloved dishes.

In a land as diverse as India, the story of its cuisine is as intricate as its culture. Yet, persistent myths often cloud our understanding of its history.(Unsplash)
Published on Jul 23, 2024 03:03 PM IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The guide to enjoying junk food

Junk food is not authentic or made with much skill. But it fulfills some primeval need in us. Here's your guide to enjoy junk food properly.

Junk food can be enjoyed. Here's the guide.(Unsplash)
Published on Jul 16, 2024 04:18 PM IST
By, Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: How to ensure a good stay at a hotel

After decades of travelling, here are the lessons I have gathered to ensure a good stay at a hotel. But often, it just comes down to luck.

The days when I was willing to stay in an inexpensive hotel and spend the day outdoors exploring the destination are over. I must have a comfortable hotel room to come back to. (Pexels (Representative Image) )
Published on Jul 02, 2024 11:49 AM IST
By, New Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The legacy of mashed potatoes and Indian dal bukhara

In the late 1970s, Joel Robuchon's buttery mashed potatoes in France and India's creamy dal Bukhara redefined traditional dishes with meticulous techniques.

Two iconic dishes, Joel Robuchon's pomme puree from France and India's dal Bukhara, revolutionised traditional recipes in the late 1970s.
Published on Jun 17, 2024 01:25 PM IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Discover the top pizza chefs and restaurants in Naples

From Pepe In Grani to La Notizia, here’s a list of the most iconic and highly-regarded pizzerias in Naples, many of which have branches around the world.

Iconic pizza places in Naples not only define the city's pizza heritage but are also expanding globally, making it likely you'll encounter their delicious offerings even outside of Italy.(Unsplash)
Published on May 28, 2024 03:41 PM IST
By, New Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The three cookbooks I am reading right now

For a cookbook to catch my interest, it has to be unusual or extraordinary. Here are the three food books I am reading now.

I am not necessarily a fan of cookbooks. But I love books about food in general. (Pexels)
Updated on May 14, 2024 03:10 PM IST
By, New Delhi

The Taste With Vir: The magic of Four Seasons Koh Samui and why l like it

There are many reasons why I like Four Seasons Koh Samui. It's one of the best designed and best-run resorts I have ever been to.

Though nobody at the Four Seasons is allowed to confirm it, there is a general agreement within the hotel and tourism business in Thailand that the latest season of The White Lotus has been shot at the Four Seasons in Koh Samui.(https://www.fourseasons.com/)
Published on May 07, 2024 09:53 AM IST
By, New Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Legendary European chefs and their contributions

If you care about the development of European food over the last century, and want to know the stories behind the names, here is a rough guide to the chefs.

A rough guide to the chefs who have become legends and why their contributions are so important. (Unsplash (Representational Image))
Updated on Apr 30, 2024 10:35 AM IST
By, New Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Top Indian Chefs elevating global gastronomy standards

In this week's ‘The Taste’, Vir Sanghvi rates world-class Indian chefs who are redefining fine dining across continents

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Top Indian Chefs elevating global gastronomy standards from London to Bangkok (Photo by Vir Sanghvi)
Updated on Apr 23, 2024 05:08 PM IST
By, New Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Should hotels run restaurants?

One reason why Indian hoteliers think they have to run four or five restaurants at every property is because they have been brought up on this model.

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Should hotels run restaurants?(Freepik)
Updated on Apr 17, 2024 09:06 AM IST
By, New Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Indian chefs need to have discerning palates

Does this matter? Should we want to serve the best carrots? Or should we just accept that our food is about spice and not the quality of ingredients?

Why French chefs are a lot better at tasting than our Indian chefs(Freepik)
Published on Apr 09, 2024 09:57 AM IST
By, New Delhi

Taste By Vir: Are Indian restaurants taken more seriously globally than before

Nobody disputes that Indian food is now taken more seriously globally. But what about Indian restaurants? That’s a tough one but my instinct is to say ‘yes’.

The Taste With Vir Sanghvi: Are Indian restaurants taken more seriously globally than ever before? (Pixabay (Representative Image) )
Updated on Apr 02, 2024 03:09 PM IST
By, New Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Birkin bag, the most coveted bag in the world

The article narrates the tale of the Birkin bag, a symbol of understated elegance and timeless luxury.

The Birkin bag - it is a phenomenon like no other in the world of luxury.(Unsplash)
Updated on Mar 26, 2024 01:09 PM IST
By, Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The story of Rathikant Basu

The article traces the story of Rathikant Basu, one of the most under-appreciated pioneers of the Indian television industry.

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The story of Rathikant Basu and the Indian television industry(Unsplash)
Published on Mar 19, 2024 10:18 AM IST
By, Delhi

The Taste With Vir: Delhi restaurant misuses the Michelin logo and its ratings

I have written many times about Michelin stars and how they are misused in India that it annoys me to repeat some of the points I have made so often before.

Apparently the menu had been created by ‘Michelin starred chefs’ and the food included ‘Michelin star dishes.” Obviously, whoever runs this place is a little obsessed with Michelin.
Updated on Mar 12, 2024 03:49 PM IST
By, New Delhi

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Chefs deserve to be honoured and remembered

There were chefs in India but mostly, there were cooks. Very few standalone restaurants had proper chefs till the 1980s.

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Chefs deserve to be honoured and remembered(Unsplash)
Published on Mar 05, 2024 11:47 AM IST
By, Delhi
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