Amitav Ghosh discusses his new novel Ghost-Eye amid culinary delights
Amitav Ghosh’s new book, Ghost-Eye will transfix, teleport, and tease in equal measure as it swings between reality and reincarnation, science and mythology. In an interview, the master storyteller discusses his craft, his influences, and his favourite fish, with the occasional time-travel to 1960s Calcutta
10 January,2026 09:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona FernandezFrom floral to desi twists: Gin cocktails to sip this Ginuary
In the first month of the year, many are trading sobriety for gentle spirits, to celebrate Ginuary, a global movement dedicated to the appreciation of gin. Here are a few curated cocktails to sip on from around town
08 January,2026 11:41 AM IST | Mumbai | Rumani GabhareEnjoy the winter breeze by enjoying meals at these restaurants in Mumbai
With the weather at its pleasant best, January calls for relaxed luncheons and open-air evenings. Pick from our curated list of breezy eateries and bars
07 January,2026 11:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Rumani GabhareCoffee in a tube? How this avid hiker is changing the way you drink the beverage
A Kolhapur-based avid hiker brewed a necessity into an eco-friendly business idea
02 January,2026 09:57 AM IST | Mumbai | Phorum PandyaMumbai’s food and bar scene thrived in 2025 with regional flavours and more
From regional Indian cuisine and locavore ingredients to cocktail-led bars, clean eating and micro eateries, 2025 proved to be a defining year for Mumbai’s food and drink scene, driven by collaboration, conscious dining and immersive culinary experiences
27 December,2025 10:57 AM IST | Mumbai | Phorum PandyaChristmas, the Indian way: How Goa and Kerala celebrate with food
As Yuletide arrives, a podcast titled This is how India does Christmas by World of Sabrina, explores how Goa and Kerala celebrate the festival
25 December,2025 08:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Rumani GabhareSeat yourself at the Christmas table with a farm-to-table feast in Bandra
A vegetarian tasting menu comes with festive cheer to sign off on a healthy and refreshing note. Plus, there’s gingerbread ice cream
24 December,2025 10:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Phorum PandyaFrom home bakers to iconic patisseries: Mumbai’s top plum cakes
You’re already late if you’re reading this, and haven’t figured where to buy the traditional Christmas plum cake. With a little help from us, pick from Mumbai’s best bakeries for this festive staple
20 December,2025 08:50 AM IST | Mumbai | The Guide TeamWant to do something fun? Attend this gardening workshop with a twist in Bandra
Grow a green thumb or get tipsy trying, at this mixology-meets-gardening workshop
17 December,2025 09:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Devashish KambleCelebrate Yalda Night to soak in Persian festivities at this popular Bandra cafe
A Bandra family café celebrates the longest night of the year with a Persian Yalda celebration of traditional verse, pomegranates, and shared tables
17 December,2025 09:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Nasrin Modak SiddiqiSoBo's favourite shuts after 13 years for a new refined cocktail bar experience
The Sassy Spoon in Nariman Point shutters after 13 years, paving the way for a classy, unrushed cocktail bar
21 November,2025 12:32 PM IST | Mumbai | Phorum PandyaNine places to enjoy hot chocolate in Mumbai
With a slight nip in the air, the city is slipping back into its comfort cravings with a warm cup of hot chocolate. Here’s our go-to curation of yummy versions of this classic winter indulgence
19 November,2025 10:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Rumani GabhareBar Idols: Mumbai’s top bars face off in a cocktail showdown
Bar Idols brings bartender-server duos across India for a competitive showdown to the finish. Here’s why you should drop by the hotly-contested Mumbai leg that features nine of the city’s top bars
12 November,2025 04:10 PM IST | Mumbai | Phorum PandyaMid-day's Guide team visits Mezcalita, a new Mexican restaurant in Churchgate
Mid-day's Guide team visits Mezcalita, a new Mexican restaurant in Churchgate #Mezcalita #mexicanrestaurant #food. No one knows Mumbai better than us. #madeinmumbai