Author Archives: Mangal Dalal
Food Review: Neel at Tote on the Turf
If Rahul Akerkar were a film director, you could say his career is currently at a crossroad where it could either go the way of a Guy Ritchie or that of an M. Night Shyamalan. Read More »
Food Review: Amadeus
Amadeus offers Mumbai diners a fairly authentic spread of Spanish and Levantine cuisine, albeit catered to Indian preferences. Read More »
Table Manners
An American chef recently questioned the quality of the city’s food reviews. A reviewer responds. Read More »
Food Review: Busaba
Does the Lower Parel branch match up to the flagship restaurant in Colaba? Read More »
The Italian Job
Michelin-starred chef Igor Macchia tells us what he plans to serve up during his six-day stint at Vetro. Read More »
Rahul Akerkar Admits the Food at Tote Kinda Sucked
Read his letter in full here. Read More »
The Case for Consistency
We wonder why different people have vastly differing experiences at new restaurants. Read More »
The Chef Behind: Aurus
Head chef Vicky Ratnani uses molecular gastronomy to plate up his fusion European fare. Read More »

