Drishti lifeguards assist with Ganesh Chaturthi immersion across Goa
After a brief lull in the torrential rains this monsoon, the weather has worsened. Heavy rains have been lashing the state, and the seas which had calmed down have once again become torrid. This increases the risk of drowning, and with Ganesh Chaturthi being celebrated in the state, Drishti Marine, the state-appointed professional lifeguard agency […]
From Chorla to Guirim, the flooding in Goa is the worst yet
With heavy rains lashing Goa for the past 48 hours, and with more to come, Goa appears to be sinking. On social media and various messaging apps, pictures and videos are being shared of the devastation that has rocked Goa since late Saturday night. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert indicating that […]
The Government of Goa is banning single use plastic – and we couldn’t be happier!
In the last couple of years, establishments across Goa have been banding together to support the ban on single-use plastic. In restaurants such as Baba Au Ruhm or Thaal, it is not uncommon to see drinks served without straws, or supplied paper or metal straws when asked. It’s this conscious effort from restaurant owners that […]
If you have children, these are the 5 best kid-friendly activities in Goa
Family trips are fun and memorable for all kinds of reasons. Coming to Goa with your kids is a great idea because there is always something to do, no matter where you stay. Whether it’s something as simple as a day at the beach, or going off the beaten path and taking a forest trek, […]
Here are the 5 best and most unique thalis in Goa (and none of them have fish!)
If one were to say that the state food of Goa is fish, and by extension the fish thali, they wouldn’t be wrong. In fact, the fish thali is so popular in Goa, there’s no harm in admitting that it often leads to rather boisterous debates as to which restaurant in Goa serves the best […]
Hummus do you like Middle Eastern food? Here are 5 of Goa’s best
You would think that with the number of Gulf returns in Goa, there would be a lot of Middle Eastern food options, but the reality is, it’s slim pickings. In the early 2000s, there was a sudden surge of ‘shawarma’ stands across Goa. Omni vans and rickshaws were (and still are) outfitted with a rotisserie […]
These 5 food trucks are better than most restaurants in Goa
Have you watched the movie ‘Chef’? If you haven’t, it’s an inspiring tale of how a well-known chef (played by Jon Favreau of Iron Man) lost his credibility after a bad review but went on to rediscover his love for food and cooking when he decides to take up a food truck. The star-studded cast […]
Eco-living is easier than ever, and this festive season is a great time to start
With every year that passes, festivals are becoming more and more eco-friendly. People are now more aware than ever before about the noise and air pollution during Diwali and have started to curtail their use of crackers. During the Ganesh Chaturthi festival, many families are opting for clay idols instead of POP since Plaster of […]
Edu’s Restaurant, the pioneer in American cuisine in Goa
In the Beach town of Miramar stands a spectacular restaurant that has won more hearts than any other food joint in the locality. Edu’s Restaurant is a multi-cuisine restaurant designed to resemble a street side café with indoor and outdoor seating. Their highly comprehensive menu features the best of North Indian, Chinese, Goan and European […]
These 7 restaurants serve the best Pizza across Goa
Pizza, such a simple looking dish, yet the flavors are so complex, there are only a few restaurants in Goa that deliver a truly authentic experience. This 18th-century Italian dish may have had humble beginnings, but is now one of the most popular foods in the world, and here in Goa, it is definitely a […]
