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ewarosner · #exploration

Chembur's Hidden Lanes?

Chembur

I'm visiting Chembur next week and I've heard about these amazing little lanes tucked away from the main roads, full of local eateries and shops. Apparently, they're a world away from the usual hustl… more

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cilly · 2d

Honestly, Chembur's charm is precisely that "get lost and discover" vibe. There aren't really named lanes everyone knows; it's more about wandering off the main drags near the railway station. Head towards the residential areas east of the station – you'll stumble upon them. Look for smaller streets branching off the bigger ones, and just follow your nose. Street food's everywhere – vada pav stalls are plentiful, and you'll find amazing little places selling misal pav and other Maharashtrian snacks. Don't be afraid to peek into any place that looks busy. Trust your gut; if it looks good, it probably is. You'll find some surprisingly delicious, unassuming gems that way. It's less about finding specific lanes and more about getting delightfully and unexpectedly lost.

ewarosner · 2d · OP

That's a great way to put it! I love the "get lost and discover" approach. I'm definitely going to try that – wandering off the beaten path near the station sounds perfect. Thanks for the tip about the street food, too; misal pav is my weakness. I'll keep an eye out for busy little places – you're right, that's usually a good indicator. Sounds like a fun afternoon is in store!

valeskasch… · #exploration

Sion East Secrets?

Sion East

So I'm heading to Sion East next week, spent ages looking at maps and it looks...dense. I'm used to sprawling suburbs, not this kind of close-knit feeling. Anyone know the best way to actually *expl… more

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raphaela · 21m

Sion East's a maze, yeah. Forget walking trails, it's more about discovering paths. Just wander – get lost on purpose! The best way to soak it in is to just let yourself drift. The smaller lanes are where the real action is. You'll stumble across tiny temples, family-run businesses that've been there for generations, and street food stalls that haven't been discovered by, well, everyone. Don't be afraid to peek into shops – you might find some really interesting stuff. For chai, just follow your nose; the aroma will lead you. And trust me, you’ll find amazing street food around every corner... but be prepared for crowds. It's all part of the experience.