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Lakshmi Hande Puri

@lakshmi_hande

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From bold, time-honoured flavours and signature dishes to immersive interiors and warm hospitality, Bayroute at Mall of Asia was nothing short of extraordinary...it was the beginning of a new chapter in culinary excellence in Middle Eastern cuisine🌈🌟✨💫 Inspired by iconic cities like Beirut, Cairo, Istanbul, and Tel Aviv, Bayroute offers the best of Arabic & Lebanese cuisine ranging from hand-rolled falafels and creamy hummus to indulgent baklava and signature cocktails🤩🤩🤩What better way to pay tribute to the very cradle of human civilisation than enjoying the impeccable delicacies that this culturally spectacular region has to offer !!! Bayroute truly brings out the essence and vibrancy of the Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines with painstakingly sourced ancient recipes, authentic ingredients and family secrets dating back generations. With a plethora of delicacies, once lost to time on offer such as Fatar Baklava, Zucchini Kefdetes, Lamb Fataye, Pierogi, Mushroom Kubbat & hidden gems like the Angel hair shredded K’nafi Jibbneh, one is really spoilt for choice🤌✨✨ Spacious, refined & with vibrant aesthetics, this Award winning Mediterranean restaurant has won accolades for excellence, innovation and for its indelible impact in the world of gastronomy...it’s time you struck it off your bucket list folks🫶🙌🫰 #Bayroute #MallOfAsia #MiddleEasternCuisine #finedining #luxurylifestyle @reviewmedia.in @raoul.rahul @swaykart @phoenixmoa & team @bayroutedining 👏👏👏 [ Middle Eastern Cuisine, Premium Dining, Bayroute Bengaluru, Curated Flavours, Signature Dishes, Bayroute experience, Luxury dining, Bengaluru] by @lakshmi_hande
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6 hours ago
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Mix, Mingle, Celebrate🎄✨🎄Ushering in the festive season with the charming and festive cake mixing ceremony at The Leela Palace Bengaluru…a delightful evening spent in the luxurious & opulent surroundings of @theleelapalacebengaluru marking the beginning of the journey towards the season of merriment and warmth as they blend together a medley of the finest ingredients infused with alcohol to craft the most delectable Christmas cakes guaranteed to ignite your taste buds and leave you craving for more🎉🎂🎁🎄 Thrilled that the holiday season is upon us bringing with it the sparkle of lights, the love and warmth of family and the sinful aroma of freshly baked delights...an experience filled with camaraderie, laughter, bonhomie and a dash of holiday spirit🌟✨💫 So we donned our aprons and rolled up our sleeves and savoured the intoxicating blend of dry fruits, nuts & spices soaked in alcohol to be part of this cherished tradition🎄🎄🎄 Raising a toast to @navalkukreti @suchi.roy @agarwalnishant1978 @heer02_ @suvinvgopal @chef_simran & team @leelapalacebengaluru for kicking off the festive season with a resounding bang🥂🥂🥂 #leelapalacebengaluru #festivecheer #cakemixingceremony #tistheseason #bengalurudiaries taken in The Leela Palace, Bangalore by @lakshmi_hande
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7 days ago
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Celebrating six distinguished years of exceptional craft at Seven Rivers Brewing Co @tajmgroad 🌈🌟✨💫 A night defined by curated flavours, vibrant camaraderie and bespoke pours worth discovering in the heart of the city🫶🙌🫰Bringing together craft, conversation and pours worth discovering🥂🥂🥂 @prakashchandrasonali @rashii_oswal @manvichopra and team @sevenriversindia👏👏👏 #tajmgroad #SevenRiversBrewingCo #7Rivers6Years #sixandstillpouring#bangalorenightlife by @lakshmi_hande
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21 days ago
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Today’s agenda…be fabulous, stay curious and leave the overthinking to someone else🥂🥂🥂 #crossingboundaries #breakingglassceilings #uppingtheante #livinginthemoment [celebration, life, goals, passion, authenticity self worth, self esteem, grace, resilience, gutsy, feisty, zany, sassy, free spirited, iconic, nonconformist, unwavering, empathetic ] by @lakshmi_hande
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a month ago
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A vegetarian bistro in the heart of Malleswaram…Hermitage is a premium all-vegetarian bistro located in a quaint & charming heritage home and built around a focused menu of globally inspired dishes adapted thoughtfully for the Indian palate🌈🌟✨💫The format brings together familiar flavours, contemporary presentation and a strong vegetarian identity creating an experience that feels elevated yet approachable🫶🙌🫰 With a menu as diverse as the crispy Truffle fries and Burrata with grated Parmesan, fresh chives & parsley, the mozzarella filled Gunpowder Arancini, Gyoza with a tangy Ponzu sauce & the all-time best seller Honey Chilli Crispy Fried Lotus Stem…one is spoilt for choice 🤩🤩🤩and the show-stopper…undoubtedly the indulgent & decadent Tiramisu Truffini🫶🫶🫶 To add to this is the All day Breakfast menu with a wide-ranging array of food & exquisite beverage choices starting with the Brioche soaked Orange French Toast, Caramelised Banana French Toast, the Singapore Kopitiam classic Kaya Toast and culminating in fluffy Banoffee Brûlée Pancakes and the Dark Chocolate & Cherry Pancakes washed down with filter coffee, ube or matcha…a balance of rich & delectable flavours, protein & fibre to kickstart the day🫶🫶🫶 so folks head right over…what are you waiting for ??? 📍Hermitage Malleswaram @furrnaz and team @hermitage_india👏👏👏 #Hermitage #premiumvegetarian #bistro #bengalurudiaries #bangalorefoodies by @lakshmi_hande
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a month ago
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Stoked to be invited to The Dual Room in Indira Nagar…India’s first shape shifting space !! A café for the saints, a cocktail bar for the sinners !! A warm café energy by day, a seductive high-energy cocktail bar by night💋💋💋 The Dual Room’s cocktail program is curated as an exploration of the Seven Deadly Sins - Greed, Sloth, Gluttony, Lust, Wrath, Pride & Envy through emotion, balance and sensory storytelling. Whether it’s the Bottomless Pit, a crisp Japanese Whiskey Highball, the Tequila & Mezcal based DNP or the effortlessly indulgent Belphegor with an ingenious, smoky mix of mezcal, sharp calamansi & complex orange bitters or the chilli Tequila & Agave based Hellfire Margarita….each drink interprets a state of desire and indulgence using layered flavour profiles, textures and creative flair in presentation🔥🔥 As for the cuisine, The Dual Room has on offer an eclectic mix of playful small plates with the Mushroom Quesadilla, Jackfruit, Chicken & Lamb Tacos, Tempura Fried Prawns & the crispy Dynamite Signature Bites on one end of the spectrum while mains like the flawless Hibachi Jasmine Katsu Fried Rice, the cooked-to-perfection Peruvian Lamb Noodles and the Spicy Korean Ramen are my favs on the other 🌶️🌶️🌶️ the to-die-for desserts were the inimitable Tres Leches and the decadent Biscoff Pannacotta🫶🙌🫰it’s time folks to pick your poison, choose your sin or just give in !!! 📍The Dual Room, 12th Main, Indira Nagar @himeshjarora @theglimpse.global and team @thedualroom.blr 🥂🥂🥂 #TheDualRoom #cocktailbar #bangalorenightlife #bengalurudiaries #luxurylifestyle [Shape shifting, café energy by day, cocktail bar by night, the Seven Deadly Sins, Saint by day, Sinner by Night, Two Moods, One Space] taken in The Dual Room Bengaluru by @lakshmi_hande
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a month ago
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A fabulous Mai Mai Chapter II on MG Road !! A chapter shaped by what was learnt from Chapter 1…some favourites stayed, some things evolved but the idea remained🌈🌟✨💫 Chapter 2 is focused more on vegetarian dishes and new sizzling bowls built for comfort. While the vegetarian options in Dimsums includes the iconic Wild Mushroom Dumplings with Shiitake, button mushrooms, truffle oil, garlic & scallion, the delicious Spinach & Cream Cheese Gyoza, Crystal Asparagus Dumplings with Water Chestnuts, Asparagus & Celery and the juicy Steamed Mala Oil Wontons, the classic Asparagus Tempura Rolls are right on top of their Sushi veg options🤩🤩🤩 A wide-ranging array of Stir Fries, Crisps, Grills, Sizzling Stone Bowls, One Bowl Meals & Ramen complete the food menu of which a special mention should be made of the Togarashi Cottage Cheese Grill, Egg wrapped fried rice bowl and the Creamy Miso Ramen🤌🤌🤌the pièce de résistance was definitely the decadent Dark Chocolate & Mandarin Cake🥰😍🥰 So take a little Mai Mai home folks…the flavours and the feeling that sat beside you…now yours to recreate. Cook it slow…make it your own…and let it find a place in your everyday life 🫶🙌🫰 @yashbhatia20 and team @maimai.blr #maimaichapter2 #EastAsianFlavours #bengalurudiaries #finedining #bangalorenightlife by @lakshmi_hande
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a month ago
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Folks !! Sanchez at UB City has just had a makeover and I was delighted to be among the exclusive few invited to a preview of this incredible transformation….a fresh avatar, a new version, a renewed vision….Sanchez 2.0, if you will !!! After 12 years of being a part of Bengaluru’s Mexican dining scene, Sanchez is stepping into a new chapter as Sanchez Restaurante & Agave Room🌈🌟✨ Chef Vikas Seth took us on an incredible and extraordinary culinary odyssey across Mexico !!! From the vibrant flavours, indigenous ingredients & regional influences to the twists and surprises on every plate, this was Mexico in all its delicious diversity & complexity….vibrant, nuanced and unapologetically spirited !!! Sanchez has clearly decided that a makeover shouldn’t merely mean a new look, it should come with a whole new attitude🫶🙌🫰 At the heart of this new chapter is the Agave Room where tequila, mezcal and the Cocktails on tap concept take centre stage. Ranging from top cocktails like Paloma, Tequila, Oaxacan Highball & Mezcal built for a consistent pour to signature Agave-forward cocktails with smoke, citrus & depth and quirky names like the Reposado based La Madrina, the tequila based No Sleep & The Damn Hangover, Mezcal Negroni & the classic Margaritas with their salt rimmed perfection, these evolutionary masterpieces keep you coming back for more🍸🍹🍸 Since expressive signatures deserve good food, Comida Cantina brings a fresh take on Mexican bar food with bold flavours…ranging from Spicy Shrimp Guacamole, Sea Bass Taquitos, Tequila Lime Chicken Tostadas to Pulled Lamb Tamale, Smoky Morita Portobello and BBQ Carnitas Toast…the list is endless🤌🤌🤌 The journey ends with a little bit of fun — Break the Piñata…a dessert designed to be more than just a sweet…break open the piñata and discover the hidden treats inside, a little moment of theatre that captures the fun and celebratory spirit of Sanchez🤩🤩🤩 Come travel through Mexico one exquisite bite at a time…the new chapter is too delicious to resist🇲🇽✨ @chefvikasseth and team @sanchez.bangalore 👏👏👏 #sanchez #ubcity #bengalurudiaries #luxurydining #bangalorenightlife taken in Sanchez by @lakshmi_hande
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2 months ago
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A traditional Onam Sadhya…one banana leaf….a zillion specialities…and absolutely no idea where to begin…Upperi, Sharkara Varatti, Inji Puli, Olan, Erissery, Kootu, Avial, Pineapple Puliserry, Thoran, Malabar Parotta, Payasam…whewwww…everything was sooo delicious 🤌🤌🤌 @sitalekshmi_official & team @renhotelbengaluru👏👏👏 #RenaissanceBengaluru #MarriottBonvoy #OnamSadhya #bengalurudiaries #luxurylifestyle taken in Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel by @lakshmi_hande
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2 months ago
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At Zarqash in Ritz-Carlton Bangalore, progressive Indian dining is defined by flavours that feel both familiar and soulful, deeply rooted in heritage yet elevated. Each dish retells India’s culinary traditions with refinement, artistry and a touch of imagination…a balance of fire, spice and subtlety🫶🙌🫰 Helmed by Michelin-starred Chef Rohit Ghai, who is celebrated worldwide for his soulful approach to modern Indian cuisine, Zarqash seamlessly blends heritage with innovation, refined yet deeply rooted in emotion and memory🌈🌟✨💫 Presented in a contemporary setting, the experience is designed to stir nostalgia while surprising the senses. From reimagined classics to bold signatures, Zarqash is where timeless flavours meet modern finesse🤩🤩🤩While the Aloo Tikki Chaat, Corn & Cheese Kebab, Khandari Soya Chops, Rajma Jimikhand Galouti, Baingan Haleem & Dal-EZarqash evoked sheer nostalgia, the delectable non-veg options including the Prawns Ghati Masala, Butter Chicken Chops and the Railway Mutton Curry took us on a stroll down memory lane💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽 Weaving flavours and stories into liquid art, each cocktail draws inspiration from a silk weaving tradition of India celebrating its artistry through ingredients, presentation and storytelling🍸🍹🍸the Tequila based Benarasi Resham layered with smoky mezcal & earthy tamarind, the Kanchipuram Weave balancing bitter coffee with the warmth of bourbon, the royal and opulent Mysore Glow and the gin based Patola Prism infused with curry leaf evoke a delicate weave of flavours, precision & balance🥂🥂🥂 @chefrohitghai & team @zarqashbangalore 👏👏👏 #Zarqash #ritzcarltonbangalore #finedining #bangalorenightlife #luxurylifestyle [Zarqash Bangalore, Michelin-starred, progressive, Indian dining, heritage, artistry, timeless flavours, modern finesse] taken in The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore by @lakshmi_hande
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2 months ago
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Finding my zen…channeling my inner chi…aligning my chakras or just tapping into my inner reservoir of calm, cosmic balance & wisdom…..which forever remains elusive😅😅😅 #crossingboundaries #breakingglassceilings #uppingtheante #livinginthemoment [celebration, life, goals, passion, authenticity self worth, self esteem, grace, resilience, gutsy, feisty, zany, free spirited, iconic, nonconformist, unwavering, empathetic ] taken in KOKO Bengaluru by @lakshmi_hande
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2 months ago
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At Oohmami, the newly launched rooftop restaurant at Hyatt Centric Hebbal, every dish is inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Asia reimagined through a contemporary lens. From the bold heat of Korean kitchens and the finesse of Japanese techniques to the vibrant flavours of Thailand, China and beyond, every plate celebrates cultures that have shaped the way the world eats🍜🥢🍜🥢 At Oohmami, the menu is driven by contrast….fire and freshness, smoke and citrus, comfort and curiosity🫶🙌🫰Familiar ingredients meet unexpected pairings creating flavours that are expressive, layered and memorable🌈🌟✨💫As for the signature cocktails, nothing quite prepares you for the Blue Pea Gin based Moon Over Kyoto paying homage to Kyoto’s twilight skies, the citrusy Island Whisper born from Bali’s coastal breeze, the effervescent Tequila based Golden Sunset reminiscent of the tropical sunsets of Phuket or the vodka based Midnight Pandan crafted after the late-nite cafés of Singapore…each awakens the senses with depth, balance and restraint🍸🍹🍸🍹 Whether you are here to share, discover or indulge…just explore and savour every bite & every sip folks🤩🤩🤩 @hyattcentrichebbalbengaluru @reviewmedia.in @raoul.rahul #Oohmami #HyattCentricHebbal #finedining #luxurylifestyle #bangalorenightlife [Pan-Asian cuisine, Contemporary Asian food, Mixology, Signature cocktails, vibrant, bold, timeless, classic, Bengaluru diaries] taken in Hyatt Centric Hebbal Bengaluru by @lakshmi_hande
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2 months ago
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