At The Madras Taproom, Chennai’s new resto bar, take on a challenge to demolish fiery chicken wings or a mammoth slice of cake

At The Madras Taproom, Chennai’s new resto bar, take on a challenge to demolish fiery chicken wings or a mammoth slice of cake

Berry Cheesecake | Photo Credit: Thamodharan B For a month and a half now, a jali work facade on Montieth Road has been the object of much intrigue. Morning walkers, passers-by, residents of the locality, have popped their heads in to find out what this massive space encloses within. This is The Madras Taproom, a … Read more

Korma, bada gosht, biryani: Here’s what to order at The Ambur Canteen in Chennai

Korma, bada gosht, biryani: Here’s what to order at The Ambur Canteen in Chennai

Biryani, the crowd favourite at The Ambur Canteen Gulab jamun At The Ambur Canteen, the seekh kebab will make you want to pause even the most important conversation. It is soft, delicate and full of flavour and it takes a lot to keep from ordering a second plate. The menu here is steeped in nostalgia. … Read more

Chennai-based restobar aims to tell the ‘Same Old Story’ with a pan-Asian plot twist

Chennai-based restobar aims to tell the ‘Same Old Story’ with a pan-Asian plot twist

Dim lights, leather couches, shiny surfaces, thumping music, a well-lit bar and familiar faces — these are the markers of most of Chennai’s pubs. While some places strive to differentiate themselves from others, Same Old Story (SOS) on Greams road, which was launched late last year, sees merit in monotony. “When the days are good, … Read more