Random Musings of a Technocrat

Hello readers, I came up with the idea of this blog when a friend visiting Kolkata, requested me for suggestions on what are some iconic & happening places to eat in Kolkata. I thought why not take him on a 4 days food tour across the length and breadth of the City of Joy. Let's Experience Kolkata’s culinary heritage over four delicious days. Each day is grouped by area to minimize driving, with breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner stops that highlight iconic eateries (some over a century old) and popular modern spots. Parking tips are included for each stop. Bon appétit! Day 1: North Kolkata – Heritage Bites Galore Breakfast (8:00 AM) – Putiram Sweets , College Street (12A Surya Sen St, near College Square). Start early at this 150-year-old sweet shop famed for its kochuri (fried flatbread) with chholar dal (Bengal gram curry). Pair it with a syrupy pantua (Bengali gulab jamun) or creamy raschhora . Timing: Opens ~6:30 AM. Parking: College Street is busy; park ...

February 2024. A month that promised adventure, and Bangkok did not disappoint. From the moment I stepped foot in this bustling metropolis, I was awed by the dazzling bling of the city—a kaleidoscope of lights, colors, and sounds that beckoned me to explore. Shopping Extravaganza in the City of Angels Let’s talk about the shopping scene because wow, Bangkok knows how to do malls! Imagine walking into Siam Paragon , a colossal shopping paradise that feels like a city within a city. From high-end designer boutiques to the most luxurious car showrooms (yes, I’m talking about Bugatti), it was hard not to feel a little starstruck. I wandered through shops, marveling at the bling-bling watches and fashionable attire, but it was the gourmet food court that truly caught my attention. I couldn’t resist sampling everything from artisanal ice cream to decadent sushi—all while keeping an eye on my wallet. Experience Shopping spree in Bangkok Then there was CentralWorld , where the sheer size took ...