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Street Foods of Vadodara Part 2 of 2

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Welcome to part 2 of 2 of this series, which includes some of the local delicacies, which are my personal favorites. Accordingly, its an attempt to list out the stuff which has been tasted personally, during my stay in the city. So visit this historical place!!! Kachori These are amazingly spicy snacks made from flour into a round ball, and filled with a delicious stuffing. The list of ingredients also includes a variety of garnishing and sauce options such as pepper, tamarind sauce, garlic sauce, puffed rice and even Boondi. It is very popular in Vadodara, and many outlets are selling this little, but tasty snack. Where to eat:  Dozens of popular outlets are there in the city with dozens thronging to sample this delicacy.   Hundreds of kachoris are sold every day from Pyarelal ni Kachori eatery located in Munshi no Khancho in Mangal Bazaar. Another place which you can visit is Sukhadia Khambhatwala Sweets and Snacks in Alkapuri. Fafda and Jalebi It’s the
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Streets foods of Vadodara: Part 1 of 2

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Vadodara, the refinery and petrochemical hub of India, is one of the largest cities in the country and is a hub of the state's cuisine and culture. I began my career in the oil & gas sector in this lovely city located in the western state of Gujarat. The Britishers had named the city as 'Baroda', and this city has a lot to offer in terms of its fascinating history along with its lip-smacking food items. The range of restaurants and eateries is immense in this city, and one is spoilt for choice. So, rather than providing information on restaurants, this blog provides insights into the streets of Vadodara, where you will find classic and flavorsome Gujarati food. Thus, my favorite street foods from Vadodara are listed in this two-part series, along with the mention of the places from where you can go to grab them to satisfy your taste buds. Read through the list below,  and  get ready for a gastronomic roller coaster ride of the cultural epi-centre of Gujarat!
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Best Street Foods of Chandigarh: Part 2 of 2

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Welcome to part 2 of 2 of this series, which includes some of my personal favorites. There are many eateries offering pocket friendly food from the city of Chandigarh, but I have made this humble attempt to list out where I have been personally, tasted the grub, and wish that you too will visit soon !!! Some of the hidden gems to explore on a trip to The City Beautiful are : Garg Chaat, Sector-23 Please visit this place on an empty stomach since the crunch of the snacks will drive you crazy for more. The hot favorite is the crunchy crust holding the spicy water or creamy sauce that is the Golgappa!!!! The taste is amazing here, and mind it, if you are a first timer here, it might get a little frustrating to wait for your turn. But once you have your first bite, you’re your craving will increase driving you to be part of the next line-up. Its mainly snacks based menu, with a choice between dry items and others. However, the ultimate is availability of every known chaat, pak
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Best Street Foods of Chandigarh : Part 1 of 2

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Welcome back !!! In this two part series, a  summary of pocket friendly foods from the city of Chandigarh is being presented.  Ever visited Chandigarh? If not then you will visit soon for its food !!! Some of the hidden gems to explore on a trip to The City Beautiful are : Katani Dhaba Katani Dhaba outlets in Chandigarh are highly rated. It is a great venue for casual dining and home delivery. The portions are generous for the delicious food offered. The place is also famous for its sweet items like rasgulla and rasmalai. One can also head there for quick bites, the most popular being bhalla papdi chaat and champ tikka. The dhaba has been there for more than a decade and has been serving delicious North Indian cuisine at economical prices.  Location:  SCF 40, Phase 3B2, Phase 3, Mohali Cost for two:  INR 450 Dil Desi Chandigarh now has a throbbing nightlife but still the ambience and simplicity of a dhaba is irreplaceable.  Either its a family outing or
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Google Marketing Platform Exploration

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Image sourced from reelyactive.github.io Welcome to my third post. I am really glad to have embarked upon this journey and feels great to share my learning experience with all of you. In this post, I will be sharing a very important online tool whose awareness and utilization is very much essential for any business to prosper. In today's digital age, data is the new oil, and its correct interpretation and visualization is of paramount importance for success of any business venture .  To cater to this burgeoning demand, Google has come up with a tool called  Data Studio , which is available as a part of the integrated business solutions on the Google Marketing platform . This tool enables businesses of all sizes to create detailed reports or high-level dashboards since it has the necessary tools to easily bring the data analysis together, create compelling visualizations, and share vital insights . Business runs on data and use of Data Studio makes every bit of vital
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My review of some lovely blogs created by amazing people

Hi All, In addition to being a foodie, I am an avid travel buff. Would like to introduce you to a few gems in the blogging sphere. Recently , came across a blog which details hidden gems in this world which are worth visiting on this beautiful planet. The blogger has put in great efforts to bring this rare elements of beauty which are a treat to behold and yes, a great value for the money you would put in . So, pack your bags and prepare to leave on a jet plane !!! Moreover, for the folks who have a love of hills , also fall in my league. This foodie (yours truly), loves outdoors, and the mountains really amaze me. The fresh air, the pristine beauty and the ever changing scenery, truly mesmerizes me. Came across a beautiful blog from a passionate mountaineer who really gave wings to my imagination. Really looking forward to putting up my hiking boots on and picking on a trail to nirvana. Karma beckons !!!! I highly recommend to visit this blog to have a first hand
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Foodie on the Street

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Image sourced from IndianExpress.com, "Ten things you should know about thali", 2006. Hi everyone, This is my first blog. Having graduated from the only planned city of India ie Chandigarh, worked in Vadodara, then moved to Abu Dhabi and finally settled in Mississauga, ON, Canada, just thought that it was time to put up my real experiences with the Indian food flavors of these cities. The first few blogs will provide insights into budget friendly street foods and fine dine options of Chandigarh and Vadodara in India which will be followed by t he famed Arabic hospitality of Abu Dhabi in UAE. A first hand authentic information will definitely help folks intending to visit these amazing cities. Since now I call Canada my home, the focus will gradually shift on Indian foods in Toronto & GTA based on my hands-on experience for everyone to keep track of the Indian flavors available here, which are not only cost effective but also super tasty!  In addition
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