Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay is not just the financial, entertainment and commercial capital of India, but also an important city to the state of Maharashtra allowing the state to churn more money every single day. Nestled on the west coast of the country facing the Arabian Sea, the city has an estimated population of more than 20 million and the numbers grow rapidly each year making it one of the most populous urban regions in the world. People from all corners of the country visit Mumbai to explore it and to make some money that would offer them a chance to lift their lifestyle. The pressure is immense and therefore most residents here have to be on their toes at all times. Hours of commuting across the city, traffic jams, professional commitments, irritating bosses, nagging wives and girlfriends, job insecurities, financial woes and a lot more adds up to the lifestyle making life insanely hectic and stressful. To meet the demands of this hyper-active and not-a-second-to-waste lifestyle, locals need a break – a food break, to rejuvenate, to bust their stress, to have a conversation with colleagues over a cafeteria table and to pamper their taste buds.
Sharukh Bamboat
Sharukh Bamboat
Sharukh Bamboat is an aspiring travel blogger and writer based in Mumbai, India. He blogs at the Travel India Destinations, where he shares his passion for travel, food, and culture through engaging stories and vivid photography. With a focus on showcasing the lesser-known aspects of Mumbai and India, Sharukh brings a fresh perspective to the travel blogging scene, often highlighting hidden gems and local experiences in India that tourists might otherwise overlook.
While India certainly has a lot to offer there are many tourists that prefer to break their holidays into smaller circuits and make the best use of the limited time and budget they have. Located in the north of India is The Golden Triangle, a tourist circuit that includes Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Although, it sounds like a smaller circuit it still offers the best experience that one can have in a limited space of a 5-6 days.
What instantly comes to your mind when you first think of India? Let me guess, is it the famous and iconic the Taj Mahal? Or is it the slums and the abject poverty that usually gets highlighted in most Indian and international movies shot in India? Well, to start with the stark contrast between the rich and poor comes out quite clearly in India, no matter which city you choose to live in. However, I am not focusing on what is popular and not quite popular here in the country. This post is going to talk about various more reasons why you should come to my country and what you can get out of it. Let’s get started without wasting more words and time.
Mumbai has always been the beating heart of the nation. It is the financial hub of the nation. It is the city of opportunity and dreams. However, at certain point in time you need to take your step off the pedal and unwind. You need to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and escape into the nature. Today, Lonavala tourism has become quite popular because most Mumbai residents prefer to visit Lonavala on weekends.
Living in the city means hectic lifestyle and balancing professionals and personal commitments. This can certainly lead to frustration and stress. It is, therefore, important that you look for short breaks that can help you unwind and relax. If you have a vehicle you can head for monsoon road trip destinations in Maharashtra.
Maharashtra is a state that provides you with plenty of opportunities and options to explore nature. The Western Ghats in particular offer so much more during the monsoon season. If you don’t have the time to go for long breaks you can look for places close to your home that can provide you with fun, adventure and relaxation you need.
If you happen to make some trip in the northern part of India, I must certainly recommend you to visit Punjab, the land of the Sikhs and home of the bhangra music. Before the partition of India, Punjab was a province which was divided between India and Pakistan. However, after the partition Punjab in India became a state while it still remains a province in Pakistan. I am quite surprise when I sometimes talk to Indian friends who don’t even know that there is a province called Punjab in Pakistan. Anyways, I am not here to talk about who knows what about Indian history. The word Punjab literally means the Land of Five Rivers (Beas, Sutlej, Ravi, Chenab and Jhelum River) and has lot of history of invasion and battles. Today, Punjab is doing well and is known as the most fertile region of India. The state is also called as the Granary of India or India’s Bread-Basket. The economy is doing well and the state is well connected through road, air and train offering a great experience for locals and even for tourists that would like to explore this part of India.
Okay, I won’t waste time with any introduction paragraph here. This is the second and concluding part of Savoring the Street Food of Mumbai post. I hope you enjoy it this as well.
I have already mentioned about some of the top street food destinations in Mumbai in my earlier blog post, but this time I am changing the topic slightly. Mumbai is not just about South Mumbai which remains the core part of the city, or about the suburbs where majority of the residents live these days. It is about the entire city that come together and make this city so uniquely beautiful. While I may not be completely happy with the kind of population growth that has made this city over-crowded, bringing people from all parts of the country. However, I also believe that the city would not have been what it is if these changes wouldn’t have happened. In my previous blog about street food, I mentioned some roadside stalls where you can find some great fast food or street food. This time, I am only focusing on the most popular street foods that you can find across the city, I mean literally any corner of the city. No matter wherever you are in Mumbai, all you need to do is walk down your neighborhood and you will find these food items right there. I dedicate this post to all the foodies who don’t care for comfort or restaurant decor, but who care about taste, freshness and are desperately hungry. Let’s get started with it.
There are some things in life that are inexplicable and I am sure you would agree that no matter where you live today, you will always stay connected to your roots and to the city that you were born and brought up. There is this strange bond that ties you up with that city and you always feel like you are an integral part of that city. I share the same bond and feeling for Mumbai, the city where I was born and have lived all my life. Although, the city has changed in many ways and it is not the same city that it was when I was in my teenage years, I still adore it and love it with the same amount of intensity. While there are many locals that have experienced the transformation of the city, I am trying to highlight certain points that international travelers will know about it because the city has never been shown like this before.
Calling Mumbai city, a financial hub is not a bad thing at all. I love that the city that I live in offers opportunities to millions that come here to fulfill their dreams and their aspirations. I spent a considerable chunk of my life in Grant Road among the local Parsi community. As a result, I was always munching on mawa cakes and bun maska that come from B Merwan Irani cafe a.k.a. B Merwan & Company.
The concept of Irani cafes today might be vanishing like the old single screen theatres out with the introduction of Starbucks and Café Coffee Day. However, it continues to cater the people of Mumbai with same spirit and enthusiasm until they completely dissolve from our memories.