‘Restaurants’ Category

Eat For Free on Your Next Vacation

March 1st, 2012 Tushar Mathur

Eating can be one of the biggest expenses of any vacation. Just think about it for a moment: you travel for seven days and, maybe aside from the continental breakfast at your hotel, you are eating at least two meals in a restaurant every day. You can easily spend $15 per person per meal, which adds up to $210 per person per week!

 

It makes good sense to cut your eating costs if you are looking to travel on a budget. You’ve got to eat, so how can you eat cheaply? Even better, how can you eat for free? We’ve found the answers! Here are several great ways that you can eat for free while on vacation:

 

Look for Happy Hours

 

There is a bar or pub in virtually every city you will travel to. Many of these places will offer free food during their happy hours. If you plan on drinking anyway, head to the bar when you can couple your cocktail with a free meal. If you don’t drink alcohol, this obviously won’t work, but, if you do, it’s a great way to score free food.

 

Food at the Hotel

 

When you are booking your hotel, look for one that offers a complimentary breakfast. Continental breakfasts typically consist of cereal, muffins, bagels, juice and coffee, and can be a great way to fill up before you head out for the day. Some mid-range hotels offer free breakfast buffets, which are even better!

 

Some hotel chains have begun to offer free snacks and appetizers in the evening for their guests as well. If you can find one of these, you may be able to eat for free twice every day, which can add up to huge savings.

 

Airline Travel

 

No one likes waiting in the airport when his or her plane is missed or delayed, but this can be a great way to have a free meal. If your plane is delayed for an extended period of time, head to the help desk and ask for a meal voucher. Most airlines will be happy to hand one over.

 

It’s not necessary to miss your plane to get a free meal at the airport. If you fly first or business class, or have racked up the airline miles, you can gain access to the airline’s lounge. These lounges often offer snacks and beverages to their guests for free.

 

Hospitality Bars at Hotels

 

If the hotel you are staying in has a hospitality bar, you can often have a bowl of soup or light snack for free.

Click to continue reading

Posted in Hotels, Restaurants Comments Off

Top 10 Dog-Friendly UK Pubs

November 17th, 2011 Tushar Mathur

As a nation which loves both dogs and pubs, Britain naturally has a great many pubs which welcome our beloved canine companions. But in these days of rigorous health and safety legislation, you sometimes have to know where to look to find pubs which will give your dog a warm welcome. Here are ten of our choice recommendations for pubs up and down the country which will pamper your pet.

1. The Plough, Finstock
The picturesque Cotswolds village of Finstock is the setting of The Plough, a charming thatched pub which welcomes canine friends with open arms and even offers them treats from the kitchen. With great food for humans and dogs and the landlord’s adorable Labrador Bella usually to be found mingling with guests, this is the ultimate dog-friendly country pub.

2. Cox’s Mill, Cheddar Gorge
Perfect for a break from a long walk through majestic Cheddar Gorge, Cox’s Mill is located in the heart of the Gorge and welcomes dogs and humans alike. It also has a reputation for great service and great food, so you can’t go far wrong.

3. The Stag’s Head, Dunster
The beautiful village of Dunster is to be found a stone’s throw from the sea in Exmoor National Park, presided over by an impressive castle. The Stag’s Head is its oldest pub, dating from the 15th century. Dogs are made very welcome, and the pub even offers overnight accommodation if you want to stop in this fascinating medieval village.

4. The Cadogan Arms, Chelsea, London
Don’t despair – it’s not just quaint country villages which boast dog-friendly pubs. This warm and friendly central London pub is more than happy to accept dogs, and your canine friend can expect lots of pampering.

5. The Coach and Horses, Salisbury
With a landlord who has two dogs, you can expect a warm welcome in this lovely pub in Winchester Street, Salisbury. The bonus is a great menu, which includes a great £10 deal for two courses Monday to Friday.

6. King William Inn, Bath
This charming pub on the outskirts of the stunning city of Bath welcomes dogs in the bar area. With a courtyard for the summer and a roaring fire in the winter, this is a pub that you and your canine friend can enjoy all year round.

7. Guilty Lily, Edinburgh
This pub welcomes dogs to the extent that it even has a water bowl ready for canine visitors. With the added advantage of a superb menu for humans, the Guilty Lily should be a priority stop on a tour of Scotland’s beautiful capital, with dog.

8.

Click to continue reading

Posted in Restaurants Comments Off

The Palace Indian Restaurant, Atlanta GA

October 6th, 2010 Tushar Mathur


The Palace Indian Restaurant at Atlanta is a great place for lunch and dinner. The restaurant serves Indian food and people who have visited this place are full of praise for the food as well as the people working here. Ever since it opened about ten years ago, the restaurant has become one of the most respected eating places in metro-Atlanta.

The Palace specializes in authentic Indian cuisine and has a seating capacity of about 100 people at one time. The state of the art facilities and pleasant atmosphere make it a perfect choice for corporate and general people alike. The place is good for kids and groups also. Each person will have something to make him or her happy at this place. People can enjoy al-carta or buffet here. The restaurant menu includes an extensive list of great food that can satisfy you hunger anytime of the day. The restaurant uses the freshest ingredients and it serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.

The rate for buffet at The Palace is just 9.99 whereas it was 12 some time back. The food is delicious and the staff members are there to serve you at any time. If the people working at buffet counters are aware what you want, they will not mind bringing it your table as well. This is one pleasant experience for anyone.

The restaurant has two large party halls that have the capacity to accommodate about 300 people. This makes The Palace preferred choice for corporate to hold various functions and events. There are modern and yet stylish dining rooms that have artifacts that add to the ambience of this place. The handicrafts from modern and traditional artists of India lend this place an aura that no other place has.

The staff at The Palace is efficient, warm, and friendly and this has won many awards and accolades for this Indian restaurant in Atlanta.  The staff members promise to be there at your help whenever you want them.

The Palace undertakes catering also and depending on the choice of their clients, they are happy to take the party to a place that the client wants. They make lavish arrangements to make the party special and memorable for each person. They also help clients by developing a suitable theme for the occasion and decorating the place as per the theme. Whether it is a wedding party, anniversary party or a birthday party, The Palace ensures that the party is as per the mood and requirement of their esteemed guests. The Palace has undertaken catering for many prestigious events in the past as well.

Click to continue reading

Posted in Restaurants Comments Off

Tamarind Seed –A Thai Restaurant

July 23rd, 2010 Tushar Mathur

The search for exotic Thai food in Atlanta should culminate with Tamarind Seed restaurant. The restaurant is located on Peachtree Street in the northeast part of Atlanta. Chef Nan owns Tamarind Seed. She started her career at a young age of 19.She acquired expertise in Thai cuisine from her mother. Chef Nan continues to enchant people with her recipes till date. Tamarind seed is a fine dining restaurant. They have a good ambience with lot of aesthetic appeal.

The food served is really authentic. Coconut is actively used in the preparations. Even the most common Thai dish like Phad Thai (stir fried noodles) is presented in the most elegant manner. Main course has between 25-30 dishes. Nearly 20 of which are Chef Nan’s own creations.

Chef does not compromise on the traditional Thai ingredients. This is the reason why restaurant has always been able maintain the taste and the quality of the food.

Thai cuisine has all the flavours –sweet, tangy, spicy and hot. At Tamarind Seed, no MSG (monosodium glutamate) is used in any of the recipes. The food can range from very hot and spicy to mild. Gang Khew Whan is really hot. It is marinated beef, chicken or pork cooked in coconut milk and green curry. Basil, Thai eggplant, bell peppers and beans are combined with the meat. Lot of herbs and spices make the food taste really unique. Peppers, garlic, ginger, beans are the common ingredients.

Appetizers include rolls and dumplings. Most of them are served with accompaniments like tamarind sauce, chilli sauce that are unique in taste. Traditional salads are surely amazing. In Tamarind Seed, something as simple as sautéed mixed vegetable is made to look and taste so interesting. It is an excellent combination of vegetables and herbs. The restaurant also serves wine.

The Tamarind Seed is just the right place for Thai cuisine. All the items are moderately priced and ideal for a quiet romantic evening. Interested people must get the tables booked in advance, especially over the weekends.

Posted in Restaurants Comments Off

Mother’s Day at the Ritz Carlton in Atlanta

May 12th, 2010 Tushar Mathur

You are sure to experience an exceptional retreat at The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta. The hotel is located right at the heart of the city. There were special celebrations for the mom’s day on 9th May, Sunday this year at the Ritz-Carlton hotel, Atlanta.

Mother’s day is special and you would want to celebrate it in the most exquisite way. This day is celebrated differently in different places. This day is celebrated each year and Mother’s Day is an occasion when the children get a chance to express their love and respect that they have for their mother. Infact you could choose any day to make it special for your mother.
This day you should pamper her for all that she has given us over past years. On Mother’s Day you can express your love and gratitude towards her. And to do so you can visit the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Atlanta. Let us share some of the things that were done this year to make it special for mothers.
Royal treatment for the moms began with a complimentary glass of Champagne or an option of a Diamond Tiara cocktail at Mother’s Day Brunch was offered in the Grand Ballroom from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

There were majestic selection of salads and appetizers, caviar and sushi; icy raw bar, customary breakfast favorites; seafood and roasted meats, and imported cheeses and domestic cheeses and many more things.

A copy of the Exhibition Catalogue was given to every Mom upon departure. This exhibition catalogue featured 81 pages of images and stories of all the matter featured in Diana. Celebrating mother’s day at Ritz Carlton, Atlanta is a true delight.

So the next time you wish to celebrate mother’s day in every special way all you need to do is contact the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Atlanta and the rest will be taken care of.

Posted in Restaurants Comments Off

Restaurant Review: Which Wich

February 19th, 2010 Tushar Mathur

Sandwiches for you? Then “WHICH WICH” is the place to be in. With a whole lot of variety and fresh ingredients this place is certainly not a miss. The restaurant guarantees 100% satisfaction with return or replacement incase the sandwich is not to your satisfaction.

Variety of sandwiches available makes it certain for everyone to be able to find one to their liking. There are different kinds of bread, cheese, ingredients, sauces and spreads available. Wow! Go ahead and chose the best one to your choice.

The restaurant caters for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. Some of the variety offered includes ham, chicken, beef, vegetarian and many more. One can even enjoy the convenience of ordering online and save himself the botheration of traveling.

The restaurant has its presence in a lot of American states and plans to move into other states. The focus of the restaurant is on the “wich” – a toasted sandwich available in over 50 varieties. The most attractive part of the restaurant is that it allows you to design your own sandwiches through something known as customer interactive ordering system.
The sandwiches offered here are called as superior sandwiches because they use great bread which is a pre – requisite for ordering superior sandwiches. Even the toppings offered are held in high scrutiny. The policy of 100% satisfaction guarantee or else return or refund is customer friendly and therefore is bound to attract more customer base.

Since the restaurant offers sandwiches with a lot of variety and caters to both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, it is also a restaurant of choice for a complete family meal. A family can have a combination of both vegetarians and non-vegetarians and to locate a great sandwich place which caters to both with a huge variety becomes slightly challenging. However with Which Wich restaurant there is no further looking out. It’s a complete solution for great sandwiches.

I’m so happy to say that there is a WhichWich very close to our house in the Avenue Forsyth mall. I tried out on of their Chicken sandwiches and my wife had their Veg Black Bean patty one.  She said that it was the best sandwich she every had.  :)

Be sure to Check them Out at http://www.whichwich.com/

Posted in Restaurants Comments Off