Food Lovers

17/07/2025

From the legendary Rava Idli and crispy Dosae to the bustling lunch crowd that knows all the secret entrances, MTR is truly a timeless experience. And wait till you hear about the lunch thali's silver past!

For a deep dive into this 90s icon, watch full episode at https://youtu.be/7tNBSfboCOY

16/07/2025

Did Mom's Haleem, Biryani & Chicken Steak still blow me away? Watch the complete episode at https://youtu.be/V05bqN5NbHY and follow for more like this.

16/07/2025

Step back in time with me! 🕰️ My latest 'The Review' episode dives deep into Shezan Bengaluru, a true icon of the city's 90s dining scene!

Shezan started its journey in 1989 in a charming 100-year-old bungalow on Lavelle Road. Today, it's run by the second-generation brothers, still carrying forward their father's legacy and, most wonderfully, many of their Mom's original recipes!

I explored their incredibly diverse menu – from Mughlai delights to Continental classics and sizzling steaks. My personal highlights were the juicy mutton tava chops, that subtle haleem you could eat every day, and a pleasing biryani. Plus, I tried their unique chicken steak and an intriguing Chicken 65, all wrapped up with a homemade apple pie!
Does this 90s legend still hold its magic with Mom's recipes? Watch my honest review to find out!
What are your favorite Shezan memories or dishes? Share them below! 👇

Watch the full review here: https://youtu.be/V05bqN5NbHY

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14/07/2025

Get ready for some serious non-veg kebab cravings! 🤤 In this short video, I'm taking you on a delicious trip to Treat, a solid, long-standing neighbourhood restaurant that's been serving up fantastic food for ages.

This is an excerpt from my '90s Bengaluru restaurants' series for 'The Review', and trust me, you don't want to miss this kebab tasting session! I dove into:

The grainy, Delhi-style Mutton Seekh Kebab
A juicy drumstick of Tandoori Chicken
The incredibly generous Burrah Kebab
And a perfectly spiced Pepper Chicken Tikka

It was a flavour explosion and a true taste of old-school Bengaluru!

Watch the full review and more of my '90s Bengaluru' series on my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYnNaQOht9U

Details:
Treat, 7, 1, 100 Feet Rd, opposite Toit, Indira Nagar 1st Stage, Stage 1, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560038; tel: +91 63643 84747; timings: 12noon to 3pm, 7 to 11pm; google maps coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XV2KBUMsjSmBoRRk6

12/07/2025

Ready for an epic culinary journey? 🤩 My latest 'The Review by Kripal Amanna' episode takes us back to a true Bengaluru icon from the 90s: Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR) Lalbagh!
I took on their legendary 20+ dish lunch thali – a feast that's more than just a meal, it's an experience rooted deep in Bengaluru's history. From the moment I joined the early morning queue for tokens, to catching a glimpse inside their bustling kitchens, and finally savoring every single course from kosambri to date halwa... this was an unforgettable dive into tradition.
Did MTR Lalbagh, a place that defined dining for many of us in the 90s, still deliver the magic? You'll have to watch to find out!

What are your favorite MTR memories or dishes? Share them in the comments! 👇
Watch the full review here: https://youtu.be/7tNBSfboCOY

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11/07/2025

Excerpts from a big meal at Ebony Restaurant in Bengaluru! 🍽️ Dahi Kebab, Arcot Lamb Chops, Akasaka Mushrooms, Burmese Khaoswe, Kungpao Chicken, Mutton Dhansak, Manian's Pepper Chicken, Dilliwala Tawa Paneer, Tob Tim Krob. So many flavors, so little time! Watch the complete episode at https://youtu.be/Qo_bKMof2Jk and follow for more like this.

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10/07/2025

Stepped into a true Bengaluru icon: Tom's Restaurant! This legendary 90s spot is all about the meat, and my taste buds were ready! 😉 Watch the episode at https://youtu.be/MWhRWlZKzOg and follow for more like this.

Kicking things off with two stellar preparations: a perfectly cooked Pork Pepper Fry and a fiery Buff Chilli Fry. That melt-in-your-mouth pork fat! While their chicken ghee roast was unique, the Vindaloo absolutely hit the spot, followed by their flavorful, special Mutton Curry. To top it all off, a delightful pudding with a beautiful caramel crust for a sweet finish!
If you're a fan of old-school Bengaluru vibes and incredible meaty dishes, Tom's is a must-visit! What's your go-to dish here? Let me know in the comments! 👇

09/07/2025

Get ready for a seafood feast! 🤩 I dived into a legendary meal at Hotel Fishland in Gandhinagar, Bengaluru, and it was everything I hoped for and more. Watch the complete episode at https://youtu.be/QZ2nSelfL_k and follow for more like this.

The star of the show was a fantastic Fish Thali with tender lady fish curry, perfectly crusty paiya (silver biddy) rava fry, and a refreshing sol kadi. And because you can never have too much good fish, I also enjoyed a plump pomfret fry and some incredible boneless crab chilli on the side!

If you're in Bengaluru and craving authentic coastal flavors, Fishland is an absolute must-visit. What's your go-to dish here? Let me know! 👇

08/07/2025

Talk about a meal that hits all the right notes! This South Indian Thali at Palm Grove, Ballal Residency, was a masterpiece of flavors and textures. Each dish contributed to a truly satisfying experience – think fluffy pooris, hearty kootu and sambar, delicious ivy gourd poriyal, and that unforgettable tangy & spicy rasam. So much goodness in one plate! Watch the complete episode at https://youtu.be/md_pfQQycqU

Who are you sharing your next thali with? Tag them below! 👇

05/07/2025

Stepping back in time (and taste!) at Bengaluru's oldest surviving Chinese restaurant, a 90s legend. See it all in the complete episode: https://youtu.be/8cSoURRnuIk and follow for more like this.

Details:
Chung Wah, 45/1, Leo Complex, Residency Cross Road, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025; tel: +91 80 2558 2662; timings: 12 to 3pm, 7 to 11pm; google maps coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gvDh2CsGiLpzRQXa9

05/07/2025

Ask old Bangaloreans about Chinese restaurants they have fond memories of from the 90s, most will mention the original Chung Wah that first opened on Residency Cross Road. Begun by a Chinese-origin Indian family who migrated to Bengaluru from Kolata in the 80s, this was the default spot for an Indo-Chinese meal. My last visit here was sometime in the late nineties, and I was quite curious to know what this restaurant was like today, nearly 40 years on. I stepped in for an impromptu lunch, and suffice to say, I was happy with most of the dishes I tasted. And let me tell you this, although there are multiple branches of this restaurant across town, I think it’s out here that some of the old flavours still remain.

Watch at https://youtu.be/8cSoURRnuIk

I hope you’re enjoying my outings in ‘The Review’. In its first season I am visiting Bengaluru restaurants from the nineties, that even with the passage of time are as relevant for a special outing as they were back then.

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Happy eating!

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30/06/2025

My last visit to the restaurant was in the last century, so I really didn’t know what to expect when I dropped in for an impromptu lunch as part of my ‘Bengaluru 90s restaurants feature. Watch the complete episode at https://youtu.be/MWhRWlZKzOg and follow for more like this.

Details:
Tom’s, Raheja Chancery, 002, 133, Brigade Rd, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025; tel: +91 98456 72735; timings: 11am to 4pm, 7 to 1045pm; google maps coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oQkryjrqH9DBV9rF8