Eating

There’s something special about spending a weekend at Bengaluru’s iconic Church Street — the bustling lanes, endless shopping stops, bookstores, cafés, and the vibrant energy that keeps the place alive throughout the day. After hours of walking around with shopping bags in hand, hunger finally caught up with us and we started looking for a comfortable place to sit down and eat. Our first choice was Brik Oven , mainly because the summer heat made air conditioning feel non-negotiable. Unfortunately, the place was packed and the waiting time was nearly 30 minutes. Most of the other restaurants we considered either didn’t have proper air conditioning or were equally crowded, so we spent some more time roaming around Church Street, clicking pictures, and soaking in the lively atmosphere before finally getting a cosy corner table at Brik Oven. The wait, thankfully, turned out to be worth it. We started with their Cheese Garlic Sourdough Bread , which was warm, flavourful, and per...

Whenever someone mentions MTR, the first thing that comes to mind is their famous ready-to-cook mixes sitting proudly on supermarket shelves. From rava idli to upma, MTR has been a household name for years. So, discovering that they also run restaurants came as a complete surprise to me. A few days ago, while visiting Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru, I spotted an MTR restaurant on the ground floor and instantly decided to give it a try. A Busy Sunday Breakfast Spot We visited on a Sunday morning, which is usually the ultimate test for any breakfast place. The restaurant was completely packed — always a good sign when it comes to South Indian food. Despite the crowd, the place was impressively clean, organized, and had a warm, welcoming vibe. The aroma of freshly brewed filter coffee and crispy dosas filled the air, making the wait absolutely worth it. Breakfast Done Right The menu offered a fantastic variety of classic South Indian breakfast dishes. We ordered: Masala Dosa Podi Dosa Idli Wa...