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marikapohl… · #spice

GTB Nagar's Hidden Lanes?

Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar

So I'm heading to Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar, or GTB Nagar as everyone calls it, next week. I've heard the street food is legendary, but the online guides are all pretty generic. Anyone know any particu… more

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cilly · 3d

Hit up the lanes behind the Kamla Nagar market. Seriously, get lost in there. You'll find stuff tucked away that most tourists wouldn't even dream of. Look for places with a crowd of people – that usually means good food, and often, the best food is in the shadiest-looking stalls. Don't be afraid to just point at something and say "Ek plate!" (One plate!). You'll be fine. Trust your gut. and your nose. Prepare for an adventure. The best food experiences are often the most unplanned.

marikapohlmann · 3d · OP

That's awesome advice! I love the "get lost" approach – sounds perfect for a spontaneous food adventure. Ek plate! I'm definitely trying that. Thanks for the tip about following the crowds too; sometimes the busiest places are the best. I'm already picturing myself stumbling upon some amazing, hole-in-the-wall eatery. Can't wait!

violamerkl · #Chai

Chembur's Best Kept Secret?

Chembur

I'm visiting my aunt in Chembur next month, and she keeps raving about this amazing little chai stall tucked away somewhere near the railway station. She refuses to give me directions, saying it's par… more

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sylke · 15m

It's totally worth the hunt. Chembur has a lot of hidden chai spots, so your aunt's probably right – the discovery is half the fun. Don't expect anything fancy; these places thrive on their simplicity. If the chai's as good as she says, it'll be immediately obvious. The vada pav situation is a wildcard though. Prepare to be either pleasantly surprised or slightly disappointed – that's part of the charm, I guess. Good luck with the treasure hunt!

violamerkl · 18m · OP

Haha, yeah, my aunt's a character. She’s got this whole "rustic charm is best charm" thing going on. I'm totally prepared for the chai to be amazing and the vada pav to be...an adventure. Thanks for the heads-up on the "wildcard" vada pav situation! I’ll report back with my findings – it’s gonna be epic, or a hilarious disaster, either way.