The Square at Novotel in New Town, Rajarhat, has a lavish spread of various cuisines, complete with traditional favourites and more innovative fusion dishes. Sanchita Guha digs in 

While Jammu and Kashmir has a unique status in the whole world due to its natural beauty, it is also famous for its various cuisines.

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengalis' popular fish Hilsa was on the plate of all guests at an Ilish Utsav (Hilsa festival) organised by Indian and Continental food suppliers Spice and Sauces at PC Chandra Gardens in Kolkata Sunday afternoon.

Kolkata/NITN: The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat is hosting a hilsa fish festival until August 28, 2022 at their multi-cuisine diner Seasonal Tastes.

Rich in history and culture, Pondicherry (now Puducherry) is not just another beach destination or weekend getaway. A rendezvous with the French town will tell you a story of a town and its people who not only embraced the French culture but have been nurturing and preserving its French-style houses, and bright-coloured cafes. A resident of Bangalore, Debayani Bose spends a weekend at the beautiful town ahead of Independence Day and shares a glimpse of her traversing through the 'Paris of the East'.

Kolkata/NITN: Bengalis' popular fish Hilsa was on the plate of all guests at an Ilish Utsav (Hilsa festival) organised by Indian and Continental food suppliers Spice and Sauces at PC Chandra Gardens in Kolkata Sunday afternoon.

It was a royal repast! I was seated in an exclusive room, along with other guests, on an antique dining table, richly upholstered chair seats in burgundy velvet, matching perfectly with the equally gorgeous velvet wall linings. It had a royal feel! It was heightened further by the exclusive artefacts and the sepia-toned framed portraits of unknown people adorning one of the walls. It was here that I was served the much coveted silver fish on a kansa (bell metal) plate…and the place was Sonar Tori (golden boat). 

The farmer’s markets of Philadelphia are some of the most charming spots in the city. The fresh food and other produce on display show the commitment of the local community towards sustainability and organic farming.For a true localtaste of Philadelphia, be sure to visit one of the city’s many farmers markets. At each, you will not only find meat and fresh produce sourced from farms and orchards in Philadelphia’s surrounding counties, but also crafts, art, and other delicacies made within the city.

Bengaluru: The city’s train-themed restaurant Platform 65 has curated a menu consisting of 75 special dishes to mark India’s 75th Independence Day.

Bengaluru/NITN: The city’s train-themed restaurant Platform 65 has curated a menu consisting of 75 special dishes to mark India’s 75th Independence Day.

Kolkata: Prabha Khaitan Foundation, India, and Grammy Award winner Ricky Kej, have collaborated on a new initiative #ReWear4Earth which will focus on fashion and sustainability.