Nadia Khatib: The Young Culinary Visionary Taking Goa’s Food Scene by Storm

Nadia Khatib is a 23-year-old content creator and social media executive based in Goa, India. Born on March 27, 2000, she always had a passion for food and cooking, which eventually led her to start her own blog and social media pages. She is now a successful influencer in the food and lifestyle industry. Nadia […]

Hritva Pangam: From Microbiology Graduate to Influential Food Blogger

Meet Hritva Pangam, a talented influencer and food blogger hailing from Sanquelim, Goa. With a background in Microbiology, Hritva’s journey as an influencer began unexpectedly as she indulged in her love for food and exploration. Through her blog, Eat_with_hri, she shares her culinary adventures, showcasing the vibrant food scene in Goa and beyond. Supported by […]

Akshaya Kerkar: Goa’s Food Influencer Extraordinaire!

Akshaya Kerkar is a young food influencer currently based in Porvorim. A native of Keri village in Ponda, Akshaya has been making waves in the online world with her food blog “Oo Shejaanni Goa ”. Akshaya’s passion for food and love for capturing its beauty through her camera have led her to create an online […]

Joy Fernandes Appointed as Director of Recruitment at Kamaxi Overseas Consultants

Panaji, Sept 2023 – Joy Fernandes, a hospitality and cruise line industry veteran, has joined as the Director of Recruitment at Goa based Kamaxi Overseas Consultants. He will be based at and heading the Mumbai office. Over 32 years, Fernandes has developed an impressive track record, having worked with prominent cruise industry leaders like The […]

Weaving His Culinary Magic in Goa

By Team ItsGoa Chef Aloysius D’Silva, popularly known as ‘Chef Aloo’, is one of the most well-known chefs in Mumbai. After years of tantalizing the taste buds of Mumbaikars with his amazing recipes, Chef Aloo decided to move to Goa in 2022.  Having made Goa his new home, he felt that he had a good […]

MoU facilitates training opportunity for Goan culinary students in the US.

The MoU was signed between TransUSA Exchange, a leading international student exchange organisation and Kamaxi College of Culinary Arts  Panaji, August 2023: Goa-based culinary students will now have an opportunity to intern and train at well-known hotels and restaurants in the United States of America, as part of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between TransUSA […]

Monsoon Staycation at DoubleTree By Hilton Goa, Panaji

Perched on a scenic hill, with breathtaking views of the captivating Mandovi River and embraced by lush green landscapes, DoubleTree By Hilton Goa resort offers a truly magical sanctuary. The balconies of our riverside rooms and suites provide an exquisite spectacle, where you can witness the graceful ascent of rain clouds over the hill, announcing […]

NickyM’s Kitchen, Porvorim: A Journey of Culinary Passion

In the midst of the global pandemic, many individuals found themselves reevaluating their lives and seeking new opportunities. For NickyM’s Kitchen in Porvorim, it was a chance to rekindle a passion for food and bring culinary delights to the comfort of people’s homes. Founded by Nikhil Mirkar (Nicky) and Jui Damle, this home-based food enterprise […]

Savour the Flavours: Step into the World of Decadent Crab Cakes

Delightfully delicate and brimming with oceanic flavours, crab meat holds a cherished place in culinary realms. Its succulent texture and subtly sweet taste effortlessly elevate dishes to new heights. From decadent crab cakes to creamy bisques, the culinary possibilities of this oceanic treasure are endless. Chef Patrick Albert, Head Chef on the faculty at Kamaxi […]