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If you really prefer a private dining area with your friends, The Vault Cafe in Connaught Place is the best place to be

Multi-cuisine menus courteously served in 5 themed private vaults that can easily accommodate between 8 and 22 people, this sums up the Vault Café for you.

Located amidst the pleasant rush in Central Delhi’ Connaught place area, The Vault Cafe is a cool and lively place in the city. The ambiance is soothing to the senses. With the crowd comprising of young and the restless Delhiites, bathed in somewhat neon reddish lights, this might just be the place in case you are looking for a group outing or a date. The low light setting somehow reminds you of a dark brooding novel setting or a French art film and the little bit wicked aesthetic inclination appeals to the customers. The USP of this place is that you can spend your evening in private rooms shaped like vaults of different capacity – that’s why the name The Vault Cafe. Get yourself a vault if you are a group of 5 or more and have a blast with your friends.

Location

Although, the first timers may find it a bit difficult to locate the restaurant, but that makes the place all the more exclusive. The restaurant is tucked in a corner in the F block in Connaught Place. The exact location is F-60, Second Floor, Connaught Place. The place remains open till 12.30 AM.

The Food

Choosing the perfect item from the extensive menu full of items from all across the world could very well be a daunting task. If you don’t know your way through it, you will find it tough to decide. The highlights for theme lunch and dinner would be Raspberry Swizzle and Mai Tei for the cocktails and Coffee surprise, Kiwi hour and Melon Breeze for mocktails. Strawberry Mango smoothie is extraordinarily suave as well.

For the starters, one could go without thinking for some exquisite options such as Mushroom Satay, Shish Taowk and Falafel Wrap. But apart from these, the Pasta with cheese toppings is something you would remember for a very long time. Coming out of these starters, Pav Bhaji here is spicy and delight to the taste buds. Same is the case with Vada Pao which happens to be exquisitely delicious.

The restaurant serves as a vegetarian foodie’s paradise with dishes such as the thin crust pizzas and paneer tikka pizza. Specifically, the restaurant deals in North Indian, Asian, Continental and Mediterranean cuisines which would be some of the best your taste buds ever had the pleasure of checking out.

Also do not miss the tandoori chaap and pizza.

Pricing

With alcohol included, the average cost for an eating session which includes two people is approximately INR 1600, which remains right under the budget for most people.

Highlights

Some highlights of the place which are worth mentioning are –

-Outdoor sitting arrangements

-Wheelchair is accessible

-Smoking area

-Wifi

-Full Bar Available

Apart from the mysterious theme of the interiors, everything from the menu to the seating arrangements is a great one. Great food, superb service, and good ambiance give enough reasons to be in love with the place.

With the interior coming straight from the mind of some creative geniuses, the place reminds you of the place you used to dream about. Enjoying the music and the food with your friends in a private space arrangement is a great way to experience the group outing.

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Masala art from Taj Palace Delhi truly masters the art of Indian and Continental dining

Masala Art, doing justice to the amazing name it has, is one of those high-end places that offer the most sophisticated and a suave dining experience to it customers.

The Masala Art is located at the Taj Hotel in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. The per plate cost, at 3500 for two people, is quite on the higher side, but the impeccable service provided by the hotel staff makes up for the extra money spent.

One special thing about the place is the light atmosphere accented by light wood chairs. It’s the thing that some foodies yearn for, in order to end their day on a relaxed note. The restaurant also serves light home-style Indian cuisine.

The Ambiance

The place is tad overpriced yet the interiors of the restaurant live up to the hype about the place. Most often, some black suit businessmen are seen sitting here, enjoying the drinks and amazing food, talking about their business stuff.

In an ambient setting, the sighting of the chefs who whip up your food at the live show-kitchen counter while explaining the process and assuring you the freshest preparations is what makes this restaurant fall apart from the rest. Phulka & Tadka trolley are an important part of their dining culture. Corporate outings are also quite common here and over the weekends, the place has a pretty busy ambience which still feels great to experience.

The Cuisines

Despite the fact that the restaurant deals mostly in the food items limited to the North Indian and Continental meals, the menu is quite large and complicated. What sets it apart from other high-end dining places is the fact that for starters, it offers the desi street food. With items such as Bhalla Papri, Aloo Tikki, Pani poori and samosa chole, the menu is quite colourful. The main course menu has some amazing dishes such as Paneer khatta pyaaz and Bhindi pepper fry and both are highlights of the pretty diverse menu.

For the desserts, there are options such as Badam ka halwa, malpua, rasgulla and kulfi among many other sweet dishes which will appeal to everyone from kids to aged ones.

The food items being served the place are deep rooted and included into the menu strictly keeping the sensibilities of North Indians in mind.

Highlights

Apart from the fact that this is one of those very few places that feel pride in serving Indian food items with their classy touch, the Masala Art is famous for providing some great services to the customers. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, has a full bar and provides free wifi to the customers apart from many other services.

However, one thing should be kept in mind; the Masala Art is one of the most popular eateries in the city, so it would be recommended to book the tables in advance. Otherwise, you would have to wait for some time for tables to get free, especially on the weekends when the place almost always remains booked in advance.

Verdict

One of the very few classy food places in Delhi ranked among the cafes and restaurants in the entire city quite frequently. Thanks to the amazing service and the great North Indian and Continental food.

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Bukhara, ITC Maurya,Delhi – A restaurant which greets the tandoori lover in you

Planning to celebrate the tandoori food lover in you right before the year ends? Then Bukhara at ITC Maurya can play the perfect host to all your tandoori desires. The famous multi-cuisine restaurant is located at Sardar Patel Marg, Chanakyapuri.

Come here and you’ll earn yourself a unique, sophisticated yet totally ethnic experience. Everything from the display kitchen including the tandoori kebabs looks so mouth watering. The special thing about the place that it recreates the charm of the traditional way of cooking in clay ovens known as “Tandoors”.

If you are a vegetarian, delight your taste buds with recipes such as Paneer Tikka , Veg Tandoori salad, Bharwan Aloo (Stuffed potatoes) and famous Dal Bukhara which is exceptionally the best to try. The delicious and succulent tandoor cooked- kebabs, vegetables, and bread and Sikandri Raan, straight from the kitchen all make for a great menu.

Besides the luscious food, the interior that gives you the feel of a Dhaba is a feast for the eyes. The décor is still like that of the old times with stone walls, low stool seating, wooden flooring giving the place a rugged look. Copper pots are suspended from the ceilings. Also, the crockery used is the earthenware in an earthen color and if we talk about the menu it is actually painted on a block of wood.

The guests are made to wear the checked aprons while eating and moreover they are also motivated to eat with their hands so that the food is tasted by all the senses. The wearing of checked aprons is a very novel concept. The restaurant offers an efficient service in the delivery of food to the tables.

Quick Tips

If you are looking forward to the best dine in experience at Bukhara this weekend, reserving a table is strongly recommended as one may have to wait for 45-60 minutes to be seated which could make you a little restless. The staff service is great that will set you off on an insatiable greed to order more.

For those looking to end the meals with a dessert, phirni is a great option. If you are in Delhi, add this legendary restaurant to your things to do list without a second thought. A royal family dine-in experience is all you will end up with.
Price The prices are definitely expensive but the place is all the worth to visit and does live up to its hype. The price is Rs.6500 for two people approx where VAT and service charges are additional.

Hours: 12:30 PM – 2:45 PM; 7:00 PM – 11:45 PM

Dress Code: Formals/ Smart Casuals

Dining at Bukhara is a feast to remember. A beacon of culinary excellence across the globe and the undisputed pride of India, Bukhara has won innumerable awards over the years, making it a globally recognized Indian restaurant and the preferred dining destination of foreign delegates and high-profile people.

 

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Top traditional food joints in Bengaluru

Are you planning to visit Bengaluru and trying out Karnataka’s traditional food is on your itinerary? Or are you a native of the city and thinking of striking off the places that serve authentic Kannada food from your bucket list? The following  eating joints have been listed for you especially if you belong to either of the above two categories.

Shree Venkateshwara North Karnataka Hotel:

Quite apparent from its name, Shree Venkateshwara North Karnataka Hotel serves food typical to north Karnataka and is located in the Jayanagar area of Bengaluru. Apart from its main course dishes, snacks are also famous amongst its regular customers. The best part about the place is that the menu is pocket- friendly.

Halli Mane

This restaurant caters exclusively to the customers who want to taste authentic Kannada food. The recipes come right from agrarian Karnataka and the delicacies are served on banana leaves to lend a genuine touch to the food. It also organises an organic food festival occasionally and is situated in Malleswaram.

Hotel Nalapaka

The extremely loved South Indian restaurant in Rajajinagar, Hotel Nalapaka serves delicious Kannada dishes that you would get to enjoy without burning a hole in your pocket. The curries and side dishes complement the food.

Naati Manae

Located in Koramangala, Naati Manae is famous for serving authentic Kannada food especially the non- veg dishes. It is one of those places that serve not just food to their customers but also leave a strong and lasting impression on their minds.

Kudla- Coraltree

If seafood is on your bucket list then this is the best place to have Mangalorean seafood of the Kannada cuisine. Located in RC Nagar, the serene ambience of Kundla makes it the ideal place to visit with your family.

 Sri Guru Kottureshwara Davangere Benne Dosa

Located in Basavanagudi, this eating joint serves good quality food at nominal prices and has been famous amongst youngsters for quite some time now. It is a small and not so upbeat place. The ambience is old school and ideal for going with friends and family. A major factor for its popularity is that the people running the restaurant are very amiable.

Mavalli Tiffin Room

You might get disappointed with the limited number of items on its breakfast menu but the taste and the freshly cooked quality of food will compensate for it. As far as other meals are concerned, you get traditional curries which are rarely prepared with such deftness anywhere else in the city.

Shivaji Military Hotel

Military hotels are known to serve good food especially with meat in it and Shivaji is one of the best hotels in the Garden City. Being small in area it gets crowded very often but the variety of dishes they prepare using chicken, lamb and mutton are worth the wait.

Vidhyarthi Bhavan

Established in 1943, Vidhyarthi Bhavan has become one of the most loved vegetarian restaurants in the city. Located in Basavanagudi’s Gandhi Bazaar, this place always runs full. It is so much liked that even elder people are seen waiting for their turn to relish food here. Its benne masala dosa and coffee is the most favourite of the customers.

Puliyogare Point

As suggested by the name, this restaurant located in NR Colony is famous for its tamarind flavoured rice, locally called as Puliyogare. Apart from Puliyogare, its Coconut rice, button idlis, Sakkare Pongal and Pongal are liked by the customers. In beverages, filter coffee is the most demanded.

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Come, explore the diversity in modern Indian cuisine at Indian Accent, Manor Delhi

What’s Hot?

Every dish on the menu is so amazingly prepared that keeps people coming back for more. Everything else from the nomenclature to the style of presentation is the most contemporary which makes you eagerly crave for the next dish. Both taste and experience are reborn as the chef uses the most authentic Indian ingredients such as jackfruit, bitter gourd, and eggplant and does the creative plating.

The thrill of going through the marvelously designed menus by the chefs entices you to look at food with a whole new respect. The warm hospitality and the explanation of each dish with so much passion are sure to get you kicking.

The Location

Tucked away from the Delhi’s madness and busy roads, the restaurant is located in an adorable posh area in New Friends Colony. The restaurant attracts a generation of food lovers both old and young, and caters to nearly all thinkable gastronomical needs.

What to try?

The finest dishes to try are medu wada, paapdi chaat and all the sweet dishes which will melt in your mouth.

The Anar Avacado Raita is a scrumptious meal to try. The Daulat ki Chaat is an iconic recipe to try. Don’t miss it, even if you are too full. It could be a nice dish to finish up your meal. Light, fluffy and mildly sweet, the dish is the restaurant’s pride. There is so much to be tasted and relished in vegetarian food. Stuffed Mirchi shouldn’t be left out.

Marked with an impressive lineup of dishes, the restaurant has won every single award in the Best Modern Indian category. Considered as the pioneer in presenting simple Indian food in a modern avatar, Indian Accent is true to its fame.

What’s Special

There is absolutely a zilch chance of not finding a happy moment at this place. The tasting menu lives up to its hype so you can opt for the tasting menu before you select your final dishes to order.

Ambience

The indoors and outdoors seating enhances the rich feel and also the ambiance is moderately spacious for the guests. There is a bar too and an area where one can see the chef cooking food and serve it as it’s made. This is similar to the Japanese Teppanyaki style of cooking. It’s a sheer delight to watch and dine in that ambiance. Elegant and plush is what you would like to call the ambiance.

What’s so special?

The entire menu is so different than the usual restaurants in Delhi, don’t miss the puchka chat with differently flavored water.

Price

Price is on the higher side but we truly recommend a visit. The price is Rs.4000 for two people (approx).

Quick Tip

It is difficult to get the table impromptu; hence it is advised to make a reservation in advance.

The Verdict

Indian Accent is one of India’s leading restaurants, which catches your attention. So it’s not hard to see why this restaurant made it to Asia’s 50 Best Restaurant list. Overall, it’s a privilege to dine here. In the genre of Modern Indian food in Delhi, it’s luxury dining.  For reservations, reach out to us at ghoomophirosisters@gmail.com

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Best Places in Delhi for Chole Bhature

Being one of the traditional dishes, Chhole Bhature are quite famous in northern India especially in the national capital of Delhi. Following are a few places famous for their mouth- watering Chhole Bhature because of which they are a must visit.

Chache Di Hatti

Located in Kamla Nagar, the outlet is always filled with college goers and usually you will have to wait for some time for your turn. But that is not a thing to worry about as the process is quick and the queue is fast moving. The menu is short and crisp with only two items in it- ‘Plain Chole Bhature’ and ‘Aloo Chole Bhature’ (with the potato stuffing in the bhature). There is also an option of buying chhole by weight. The food is cheap and just starts from Rs 20 onwards. The operating hours are from 9.30 am to 4 pm and the nearest metro station is GTB Nagar.

Banshi Di Hatti – Rawalpindi ke Mashuur Chhole Bhature

This food joint started its business in 1954 and starts preparing early in the morning at around 4 am. The chana is boiled for hours and then home- made spices are mixed in them. The chhole are served with massive bhaturas and a lot of onions and green chutney. The food is comparatively less oily, god knows how! It opens to customers at 8 am and keeps serving until the food lasts. Vishwa Vidyalaya is the nearest metro station to it.

Baba Nagpal Corner

Because of the fact that lip smacking Chole Bhature is served here, Baba Nagpal Corner is a happening spot of Amar Colony. They prepare your food in a typical Punjabi way but if you do not want to have the cholesterol loaded bhatura you can also opt for puri or rice. It is a quite economical option for eating as having food here will cost you only Rs. 60 per plate. The timings for its operations are from 7:30 am to 7 pm and the nearest metro station is Lajpat Nagar.

Om Corner

Located at the DB Gupta Road, Karol Bagh, Om Corner is a small eatery but there is no compromise on the quality of the food ever. They serve spicy chhole with bhature and urad daal. Rest is left to your imagination that how awesome it tastes. A plate costs Rs. 60 and it is open from 7 am to 5 pm.

Roshan Di Kulfi

It is not just a small stall serving the only variety of kulfi as the name suggests. It is a proper restaurant which is buzzing with a crowd all the time. There is a proper menu from snacks to thalis with Chole Bhature being their speciality. A plate of Chole Bhature is quite filling and one should go empty stomach to savour it. The cost will be a whopping Rs. 110 but it is surely worth the price. The place is open from 8 am to 10 pm and Karol Bagh is the nearest metro station to it.

Sita Ram Diwan Chand

The most popular joint amongst all is Sita Ram Diwan Chand. They start serving as early as 8 am and by 9, it starts getting crowded with the regular customers. Their paneer stuffed bhatura and spicy chana served with achari carrots is out of this world. The price of per plate is very reasonable and starts from Rs. 60. The nearest metro station to this eatery is Ramakrishna Ashram Marg.

So foodies, go check out these food outlets soon!

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Delicacies from North-East

7 sisters as they are often known as are famous for its beautiful amalgam of culture.  The place is endowed with natural beauty and a large part is still untapped. So far you must have heard about places to visit in North-east India. This time, let’s take you to another facet of the place, which is yet to be discovered, is the variety of cuisines, that place offers for food lovers. Though most of them are non-vegetarian they are less spicy and very healthy.  Let me take you the culinary ride to these states with topmost delicacy from each state

Khar (Assam)

“Khar” is the key delicacy for Assamese. Traditional Assamese lunch usually starts with “Khar”. It is prepared by filtering pulp of raw papaya, pulses and few herbs through dried banana ashes. Ginger paste & mustard oil is added as per taste. It is quite refreshing and healthy. Kol Posola Khar & Papaya Khar is its variants.

Smoked pork from Nagaland

Pork is the main source of meat in Nagaland. It is usually prepared by boiling the dried smoked pork in soup, which consists of tomato, chilies and local herbs. Once fried with soup, one can feel the taste of bamboo shoots and soup inside which makes it lovable for pork lovers. Its deep smoky flavor makes it to top the food charts. Apparently, it tastes super with steamed plain rice. Chives are added to garnish it.

Eromba from Manipur

Eromba is the traditional cuisine of Meitei Community of Manipur. It is very spicy unlike other north-eastern cuisines as Chilli is the main ingredient of the cuisine. It is a tasteful combination of the favorite local ingredients like fermented dried fish, fermented bamboo-shoot and Raja/King chili. It goes well with rice and bread. Key for good Eromba is sweet smelling fermented fish.

Jadoh from Meghalaya

Jadoh is rice and meat-based Khasi delicacy from Meghalaya. It is famous pulao in Meghalaya and is usually cooked with minimum oil and spices which makes it all the more favorable for health-conscious folks.  Jadoh is usually prepared with hill rice or joha rice, which is short-grained, which is mixed with succulent pieces of Pork, chopped onions, green chilies and ginger garlic paste. Jadoh is generally served with Tungrymbai, ferment soy paste and Dohneiiong, pork with sesame seeds.

Bai from Mizoram

Bai is the primarily a stew kind of dish and is very popular amongst Mizos.  Bai could be vegetable Bai, or non -vegetarian as well. For non-vegeterian Bai, base is kept as pork, where-in spinach chopped cauliflower, beans, spices; rice and diced potato are boiled with water. It is heated till rice, meat are not cooked. The dish is healthy due to good content of spinach. Bamboo shoots make it more palpable and aromatic.

Awan Bangwi from Tripura

Awan Babgwi is a kind of dessert typical in Tripura. Prime ingredients used for this includes rice, cashew/raisins/ginger gratings; Rice is soaked overnight. It is then grinded with rest of the ingredients to make a paste, which is then wrapped in Laiu leaves in the form of cones. Its texture is both aromatic, and spicy.

Gyathuk from Sikkim   

It is primarily a noodle-based soup and is often called as “Thupka”. It is usually an appetizer but due to veggies/meat, it is quite filling. It is very soothing for the chilly winters in these areas. It can be served hot after garnishing it with spring onions.

Hungry Kya!! Pack your bags for North-east and enjoy the wide variety of healthy and tasty food!!!

 

 

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A Foodie evening at Ocean Deck Resort

During my recent trips to Karwar, I got to experience the amazing home stay at Ocean Deck Resort. It is a beautiful island that truly depicts home away from home. Though due to lack of time, I thought to drop the idea of going there, but after hearing so much about the place, I went, and must say, my food journey would have been incomplete, if I wouldn’t have come there. What makes this place more unique and offers comfortable stay is bcoz to its owner Mr.Vinay, who is always energized and ensures the best stay for his customers. Review here is based on my stay, food and definitely quick conversations with the people staying. The place is easily accessible with Dabolim airport at a distance of 100Kms. Pick & Drop can be arranged on request. Here are highlights of the place as experienced by me.
1) If you want to experience a homestay in Karwar, this is the place you would want to be. Listed in lonely planet, for its amazing location and hospitality, this place is always the top choice for repeat guests at Karwar.
2) Since the homestay is just 5 Kms away from Karwar Museum , Devbagh beach and 60 Km away from Gokarna Beach, there are ample places to roam around, if you have a weekend in hand and you are eager to explore the in and around the place.

3) If you are foodie, nothing can beat them in Karwar. I happen to eat vegetarian variants, which I have never heard of. Be it Karela chakri or fried bhindis, everything has its own charm. Lime water was super with perfect blend of lemon and sugar to quench your thirst. I wish I could pack some. Sea-food is good and place is heaven for sea-food lovers. During your stay, you can do fishing and can get the same for dinner. Apparently, all you need is to order for the fish you would like to eat and you can have the same in your scrumptious meal.

  

4) The place is run by the Mr.Vinay who acts as host, chef, and waiter. He stays there itself and ensures that all his guests are being taken care of properly. This is what makes the place all the more experiential and your stay more memorable.

5) The place provides plethora of activities wherein you can indulge yourself. They include Machine boat ride, beach trekking, Kayaking, wooden boat ride, river crossing, fishing.

6) Free access to Wi-fi. You can remain connected to your folks all the time and can share live updates while making them jealous

7) The place is completely in the lap of nature, with a beautiful setting. Backwaters and Devbagh beach make the place more serene and photogenic.


8) Accommodation ranges from suites to fishermen’s room. They are well-furnished with all basic amenities in them.

9) Campfires are arranged every evening upon nightfall and are a great way to relax and soak yourself in the lap of nature.


10) It is indeed value for money, that gives you the opportunity to get lost in nature.
Being a nature lover and foodie together, this place is surely my personal recommendation to those who are looking for an escape from the city buzz.
What are you waiting for? Plan your upcoming weekend to Karwar and get your bookings from Ocean Deck or call Mr. Vinay at +91-9342994358 or write to them at bookings@oceandeck.org

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All about Devbagh Beach Resort, Karwar

Devbagh Beach Resort

Devbagh is a stop for an ardent beach lover. Sun, sand, surf, sea and endless open space, Devbagh is famous for its private beaches, where you can build your dream castles, collect seashells, chase crabs, locating fishermen in boats or just soak yourself in sun and let waves wash away your worries. 3 Kms away i.e just 29 minutes ferry ride from Karwar is situated one of the finest property of  Karnataka Tourism. Devbagh Beach Resort is located in the converging landscape located in Karwar, which is 100 Kms away from Dabolim airport and located at Karnataka–Goa border. Devbagh is at its beautiful best from October to May.

Accommodation: Resort opens a world of pristine natural beauty.  It has got lovely log-hut cottages with a balcony. Rooms are spacious with all modern facilities. The Gol Ghar, is the group dining hall, serves a delectable buffet spread of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisine. The seafood is highly recommended. Fishes served here are usually fresh. Dinner is served on the beaches wherein every evening bon-fire is set up with snacks. Spa here is amazing. Oils and other ingredients used are purely herbal.

Activities: Devbagh has something or the other for everyone. 24 hrs are less for you to explore the place completely. If you are an adventurous person, try parasailing, snorkeling (which is being done under the supervision of trained professionals, who ensures complete safety of its guests), banana boat ride, scooter-ride and other water sports. One can also go for speed boat cruises in Arabian sea to spot Dolphins. If you are a nature lover, get up in morning and take a stroll in backwaters and can spot rare birds in mangrove thatches. It is a paradise for bird watchers as conditions are conducive for migratory birds. If you like studying human nature, then a stroll in an adjacent fishing village is a good experience; wherein you can witness how their day starts, to how it ends. It gives a complete picture of a day in fishermen’s life. If a relaxing vacation is on your mind, then soaking in the sun or lazing on a hammock is a good option. One can also cruise up to the confluence of Arabian sea and river Kali. A trek in the jungles is highly recommended and capturing sunrise and sunset is photographer’s delight at the resort. The Place is indeed photogenic.  A day tour to the city is also organized by the resort on request, wherein you can roam around the Karwar. All activities are conducted under strict supervision and interaction with the staff adds lots of value.  The staff here is very courteous. Manager of the lodge makes it a point to spend time with each family staying and take care of their day to day needs. Personal attention is given to all guests. If you are looking for a getaway beyond Goa with all similar amenities, Devbagh beach resort tops the priority chart. You can reach out to www.dandeli.com for your bookings. They made it really simple for me when it comes to the arrangement.


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