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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
Published on Jun 29, 2026 01:38 pm IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Why Indians are back in love with the Maldives

Travel to Maldives simplified for Indians with new resorts amid improved ties.
opinion
Updated on Sept 09, 2025 08:36 am IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Why top chefs are rethinking strict plant-based menus

Eleven Madison Park shifts to include meat, balancing principles and profit. (Representative image)
opinion
Published on Aug 28, 2025 05:03 pm IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: How fermented fish shapes flavour across culture

Fermented fish sauce influences your favourite dishes, even vegetarian ones.
opinion
Published on Aug 12, 2025 05:08 pm IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Indian cuisine’s forgotten sophistication

The key to the Indian way of eating is combining.
opinion
Published on Jun 30, 2025 10:57 am IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Is gastro-tourism the new way to travel?

Gastro-tourism is a a burgeoning trend.
opinion
Published on Jun 23, 2025 06:30 pm IST

Taste by Vir Sanghvi: It’s time Indian tourists took a second look at Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur and Penang provide rich cultural experiences for Indian travellers, with exceptional street food and warm hospitality.
opinion
Published on Apr 11, 2025 01:14 pm IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: How Indian chefs are reinventing global flavours

The concept of fusion cooking evolves at Revolver, as Indian flavours harmonize with international dishes, transcending traditional boundaries.
opinion
Updated on Apr 06, 2025 06:52 pm IST

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

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

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

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

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

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.
opinion
Updated on Dec 27, 2024 05:05 pm IST

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Despite the widespread belief that India is predominantly vegetarian, the reality is quite different.
opinion
Updated on Aug 20, 2024 07:46 pm IST

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

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.
opinion
Published on Jul 23, 2024 03:03 pm IST

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

Junk food can be enjoyed. Here's the guide.
opinion
Published on Jul 16, 2024 05:20 pm IST

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

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.
opinion
Published on May 28, 2024 06:57 pm IST

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

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.
opinion
Published on May 07, 2024 09:53 am IST

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

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Top Indian Chefs elevating global gastronomy standards from London to Bangkok
opinion
Updated on Apr 23, 2024 05:08 pm IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Should hotels run restaurants?

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Should hotels run restaurants?
opinion
Updated on Apr 19, 2024 07:13 am IST

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

Why French chefs are a lot better at tasting than our Indian chefs
opinion
Published on Apr 09, 2024 09:57 am IST

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

The Taste With Vir Sanghvi: Are Indian restaurants taken more seriously globally than ever before?
opinion
Updated on Apr 02, 2024 03:09 pm IST

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The story of Rathikant Basu

The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The story of Rathikant Basu and the Indian television industry
opinion
Published on Mar 19, 2024 10:18 am IST

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

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.
opinion
Updated on Mar 12, 2024 03:49 pm IST

The Taste With Vir: Remembering Chef Imtiaz Qureshi's impact on Awadhi cuisine

Chef Imtiaz left an indelible mark, especially through the iconic Dum Pukht biryani, shaping the landscape of North Indian cuisine.
opinion
Published on Feb 20, 2024 06:11 pm IST

The Taste With Vir: Why do people go to restaurants?

To get the ambience right at any restaurant, you need to hire the best people, train them well and closely watch their performance.
opinion
Published on Feb 13, 2024 01:19 pm IST

The Taste With Vir: Mumbai vs Delhi culinary showdown in the battle of palates

The Taste With Vir: Mumbai vs Delhi culinary showdown in the battle of palates
opinion
Published on Feb 06, 2024 08:08 am IST

The Taste With Vir: The rise of Udaipur as India's top luxury destination

From a tranquil escape in the 1960s to the epitome of luxury and destination weddings today, Udaipur has undergone a remarkable transformation.
opinion
Published on Jan 16, 2024 10:58 am IST

The Taste With Vir: Tourism and India-Maldives row over anti-Modi posts

Contrary to what we think now, India never became a big source for tourists to the Maldives. For a start, there weren’t even enough flights. And because hotel rates were so high, Indians preferred to holiday elsewhere.
opinion
Updated on Jan 09, 2024 02:19 pm IST
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