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Published on August 7, 2023
There are special cafes in India that combine books and food. These cafes have a cozy atmosphere with books all around, making them great places for writers and book lovers. They offer delicious dishes and a peaceful environment to spark creativity. You can find such cafes in cities and developing towns alike. They invite visitors to explore literature while enjoying tasty food. Let's take a closer look at these lovely cafes, where the smell of coffee blends with the joy of reading.
These are some of the cafes in India that promise a cozy atmosphere along with a comfortable food menu, making you feel pampered and special.
1. Writer’s Cafe, Bangalore.
Writer's Cafe, located in Kalyan Nagar, is a haven for writers and book lovers. The cozy atmosphere, surrounded by books, inspires creativity. Whether you choose to sit indoors or outdoors, this cafe offers a peaceful space to think and write while enjoying food and coffee. The eclectic decor, with book-themed murals, adds to the charm. For writers seeking inspiration and book enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in literature, Writer's Cafe is the ideal spot in Kalyan Nagar. Enjoy a strong cup of coffee, savor a delicious meal, and explore the vast collection of awesome literature here.
2 The Bibliophilia Cafe, Guwahati
The Bibliophilia Cafe in Guwahati is a beloved spot, combining a bookstore and cafe since January 2019. The menu includes omelettes, burgers, sandwiches, pastas, noodles, and various types of maggi. While you enjoy your meal, explore the tall shelves filled with a diverse collection of books, from young-adult classics to the latest bestsellers. The cafe's walls are adorned with pictures of famous authors and book covers, creating a cozy atmosphere. Plus, there's WiFi available for access to e-books, journals, and online libraries.
3 The Reader's Cafe, Delhi
The Reader's Cafe in Delhi is where delectable European dishes meet a treasure trove of books. The menu boasts classics like tomato basil bruschetta, mozzarella pizza, and lasagna, alongside tempting treats such as chocolate mousse and blueberry muffins. Savor a variety of teas and coffees as you immerse yourself in the literary world. This cafe is a hub for book launches, literary games, and engaging events, attracting bookworms who happily explore the well-stocked bookshelves against the charming wood-panelled walls.
4 Rachna Bookstore Cafe, Gangtok
Rachna Bookstore Cafe in Gangtok is a cherished family-run establishment since 1970. Delight in a well-curated collection of Sikkimese, Tibetan, and Nepalese literary treasures, diving into the rich history of the region. From its humble beginnings as a general bookstore with a few magazines and novels, it has now blossomed into a thriving space that includes the Fiction cafe and Bookman's BnB lodging services. Treat yourself to scrumptious cheesecakes, momos, sandwiches, and Vietnamese coffee, among other delightful dishes. Keep your eyes peeled, as you may encounter talented musicians, artists, and writers in this captivating place.
Whether you're a writer looking for ideas or a book lover who wants to get lost in a story, these cafes are perfect for you. These cafes bring literature to life both in the books you read and the food you eat. Take a break, sip your coffee, and let your imagination soar!
Do you know any other cafes you would like to add to this list? Comment them down below.
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Published on July 31, 2026
Hyatt Place Jaipur Malviya Nagar has announced the appointment of Sujeet Chaturvedi as Director of Sales and Vinoth R as Chief Engineer, further strengthening its leadership team across commercial and operational functions.
In their respective roles, Sujeet will lead the hotel's sales strategy, revenue generation, business development, and market positioning initiatives, while Vinoth will oversee engineering operations, preventive maintenance, safety standards, and infrastructure management across the property.
Sujeet brings more than 13 years of hospitality experience, having worked with leading hotel brands including The Park Hotels, Hilton Hotels, Accor Hotels, Marriott Hotels, and Radisson Hotel Group. Most recently, he served as Director of Sales at Radisson Hotels, where he focused on driving revenue growth, expanding market share, and strengthening client relationships. Throughout his career, he has built expertise in strategic partnerships, sales leadership, and commercial growth across diverse hospitality markets.
Vinoth joins Hyatt Place Jaipur Malviya Nagar with a decade of experience in hotel engineering. He most recently served as Assistant Chief Engineer with Marriott International after progressing through several engineering roles, beginning his career as an HVAC Technician. His expertise includes engineering operations, preventive maintenance, energy management, safety compliance, and technical team leadership.
Commenting on the appointments, Srivatsa Allampalli, General Manager, Hyatt Place Jaipur Malviya Nagar, said that as Jaipur continues to grow as a preferred destination for both business and leisure travellers, strengthening the hotel's leadership team is essential to meeting evolving guest expectations. He added that both Sujeet and Vinoth bring valuable industry experience and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality.
Sujeet is recognised for his people-centric approach to sales leadership, relationship building, and disciplined commercial strategy, while Vinoth is known for his focus on teamwork, adoption of new technologies, engineering excellence, and maintaining high standards of guest satisfaction.
With these appointments, Hyatt Place Jaipur Malviya Nagar continues to reinforce its leadership team as it focuses on delivering seamless hospitality experiences and supporting its long-term growth in one of Rajasthan's leading business and leisure destinations.
The Singapore EDITION has announced the appointment of Mandy Goh as Executive Chef, strengthening its culinary leadership with an award-winning chef who brings more than 17 years of experience across luxury hotels and Michelin-recognised restaurants in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, China, and Macau.
In her new role, Goh will oversee the hotel's entire culinary portfolio, including FYSH at EDITION, the Lobby Bar, The ROOF, Punch Room, Wonder Room, as well as banquet and catering operations. She joins the luxury lifestyle hotel with a culinary philosophy centred on Euro-Asian cuisine, combining progressive European techniques with the bold flavours and traditions of Asia.
Born and raised in Penang, Malaysia, Goh developed her passion for cooking through family traditions before beginning a professional career that has seen her work across some of Asia's most acclaimed hospitality brands. At the age of 21, she became part of the all-female Malaysian national team that won gold at the Bocuse d'Or Asia, marking the first time an all-female team secured the title. She later represented Malaysia at the Bocuse d'Or Asia between 2009 and 2011, competing in the global finals in Lyon, and was named a finalist in the S.Pellegrino Young Chef competition for Southeast Asia in 2016.
Singapore has played an important role in her professional journey. She began her career in the city as a Commis de Cuisine at the Michelin-starred Guy Savoy at Marina Bay Sands before moving to Mandarin Oriental Singapore as a Specialty Chef. Her appointment at The Singapore EDITION marks her return to Singapore in her first executive culinary leadership role in the country.
Throughout her career, Goh has held senior positions across the region, including Chef de Cuisine at the Michelin-starred Fifty 8° Grill Restaurant in Shanghai, Executive Chef at The St. Regis Langkawi, Executive Chef at The RuMa Hotel and Residences in Kuala Lumpur, and leadership roles at Conrad Koh Samui and Alila Seminyak in Bali.
During her tenure at The St. Regis Langkawi, she became the property's first female Executive Chef and led its signature restaurant, Kayuputi, to recognition among Marriott Bonvoy's Top 52 Restaurants and Bars across Asia-Pacific. At The RuMa Hotel, she guided ATAS restaurant onto Asia's 50 Best Restaurants Discovery list in 2023.
Goh has received several industry accolades, including Executive Chef of the Year 2023–2024 at the HAPA Awards Malaysia and recognition in Prestige Malaysia's 40 Under 40 list. She has also appeared in the fifth season of the Martell Chef on Chef series.
At The Singapore EDITION, she will focus on creating ingredient-led menus inspired by seasonality, sustainability, and responsible sourcing while showcasing stories rooted in regional produce and culinary craftsmanship. Her approach combines refined European techniques with authentic Asian flavours, delivering contemporary dining experiences across the hotel's diverse food and beverage venues
Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh has announced a series of key leadership promotions and new appointments across multiple departments, reinforcing the hotel's commitment to talent development, operational excellence, and guest-centric hospitality.
The leadership changes include the promotion of Dipak Jhunjhunwala as Director – Food & Beverage, Manpreet Kaur as Assistant Director – Human Resources, Tushar Agarwal as Director of Finance, Surya Dev as Front Office Manager, and Akshay Vithoba Damaji as Cluster Revenue Manager for Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh and Hyatt Centric Soalteemode Kathmandu. The hotel has also welcomed Honey Singla as Chief Engineer and Pritam Raj as Housekeeping Manager.
In his new role, Dipak Jhunjhunwala will continue to oversee the hotel's food and beverage operations, leading culinary strategy, restaurant performance, guest engagement, and team development across its dining venues.
Manpreet Kaur will focus on strengthening colleague engagement, talent development, organisational culture, and human resources operations, while Tushar Agarwal will lead the hotel's finance function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, compliance, financial reporting, and business support.
Surya Dev has been elevated to Front Office Manager, where he will oversee guest arrivals, departures, and overall front office operations, while Akshay Vithoba Damaji assumes an expanded responsibility for revenue management across Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh and Hyatt Centric Soalteemode Kathmandu, driving commercial strategy and revenue optimisation.
Joining the leadership team, Honey Singla brings over 13 years of engineering experience across hospitality and building management systems. Having previously worked with Honeywell Automation Systems, ITC Hotels, The Oberoi Group, IHG Hotels & Resorts, and Accor, he will oversee engineering operations, preventive maintenance, sustainability initiatives, safety, and energy management at the hotel.
Pritam Raj joins as Housekeeping Manager with more than eight years of hospitality experience across The Oberoi Group, Taj Hotels, Radisson Hotels, and Hyatt. He will lead housekeeping operations with a focus on room readiness, hygiene standards, operational efficiency, team performance, and guest comfort.
Commenting on the appointments, Ajit Singh Gandhi, General Manager, Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh, said the promotions and new appointments reflect the strength of the hotel's talent and its commitment to building a leadership team that combines operational expertise with a strong focus on guest experiences. He added that each leader brings valuable capabilities across food and beverage, rooms, engineering, finance, revenue management, and people operations, supporting the hotel's continued growth.
With these leadership changes, Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh continues to strengthen its management team as it enhances operational performance, service excellence, and contemporary hospitality experiences in the heart of Chandigarh
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