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s monsoon sets in and the rain beats Furthermore, we review Virat Kohli’s one8 Commune
down bringing much-needed respite which is wowing food lovers in Mumbai while paying
from the sweltering heat, there is homage to Kishore Kumar in whose bungalow it is
nothing like a good read with a hot located. We then discover Rang Punjab, which is
cuppa and samosas! situated only a few metres away from the picturesque
A In this issue, we have lots of Golden Temple and gives a real slice of what the state
interesting news and features to grab your attention – has to offer.
and give you company. But that’s not all. We also meet the founders of Pricol
As the demand for luxury staycations and getaways Gourmet, Vikram Mohan, Japtej Ahluwalia and Nikesh
is on the rise, we list top five Lamba, and go on to profile
luxury resorts that you can the much-respected brand
drive down to from Bengaluru As the demand for luxury operating premium and casual
for that perfect break with staycations and getaways is on the dining restaurants across the
family and friends. Whether it rise, we list top five luxury resorts country that is bringing good
is spending time doing outdoor quality and diverse food to
activities or experiencing that you can drive down to from people.
the best of nature at scenic Bengaluru for that perfect break In our travel section, we
locations or, for that matter, with family and friends. head to Montréal to soak in its
experiencing local delicacies rich cultural diversity, enjoy its
and indulging in relaxing spas, amazing culinary offerings and
we have it all covered. revel in the spectacular scenery of the vibrant Canadian
Next up, we check out technological solutions and city.
digital innovations that have come to the rescue of the We go on to explore Lake Tahoe, a three-hour drive
hospitality sector which is driven by people. from San Francisco. It isn’t just one of America’s most
We then move on to interview Sharad Datta, General photogenic spots; it’s also an all-weather outdoor luxury
Manager of JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity, who travel destination where everything from mountain
talks about his new role and how he plans to enhance the biking to skiing is in the mix.
luxury quotient at the iconic property. And last but not the least, we take a trip to Cairo, the
In our F&B section, we list top concepts that are in land of pyramids and pharaohs, and find out why it is the
the spotlight across the country and also highlight some dream destination of every traveller.
of the most exciting food trends of the moment and the
people behind them.
In addition, we see how India, from being a tea-
drinking country, has in recent years gone on to herald
a coffee revolution. Coffee today is a lifestyle and a
statement not just a beverage and the market today is
discerning with many patrons genuinely understanding Shafquat Ali
the nuances of coffee. Publisher