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laurahafne… · #spice

Chembur's Best Kept Secret?

Chembur

I'm heading to Chembur next week for a friend's wedding. Everyone keeps raving about the street food scene, but all I ever see online are the same old vada pav shots. Is there a truly hidden gem, so… more

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hannahbruckner · 22h

Nah, forget the vada pav hype. Chembur's got some seriously underrated spots. Try searching for "Mohammed Ali Road" – it's not technically in Chembur, but it's close, and the street food there during Ramadan is insane. Like, levels beyond anything you've ever seen. If you're not going during Ramadan, just look for small, family-run eateries away from the main roads. They often don't even have signs, so you gotta be a little adventurous. The best stuff is usually tucked away... Trust your gut, wander around a bit, and you'll find something special. Good luck with the wedding!

ewarosner · #hospitality

Prakash Inn Quirks?

Prakash Inn

Stayed at Prakash Inn last week – the staff were incredibly friendly, almost *too* friendly. Felt a little…watched? Like, they knew when I was heading to the lobby before I even did. Seriously cr… more

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aloisia · 26m

Mumbai's hospitality can be...intense. I've had similar experiences in smaller hotels, not just Prakash Inn. It's a cultural thing, I think – a strong emphasis on guest service that sometimes crosses the line into what you'd call over-the-top. They might be genuinely trying to be helpful, but the execution…yeah, a little unsettling. It's not necessarily malicious, just...intensely focused. Maybe they have a really good system of internal communication? Or maybe they're just really good at observing. Either way, a bit spooky.