Celebrating Borderless Vegetarian Gastronomy: MOGLU Opens Its Doors in Bengaluru

Celebrating Borderless Vegetarian Gastronomy: MOGLU Opens Its Doors in Bengaluru

By Author

Published on March 5, 2024

MOGLU, known as 'The Edgy Veggie Restaurant', has recently opened its doors in central Bengaluru on February 26th. This premium establishment celebrates vegetables in all their decadence and glory, promising to usher in a renaissance in vegetarian cuisine. Situated at 1 Sobha on St Marks Road, MOGLU transcends the ordinary with its borderless vegetarian offerings.

Co-founded by Ankita Shree, a former IRS officer turned entrepreneur, and Dr. Kiran Narayanan, a computational physicist who pursued a culinary career after training at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York, MOGLU crafts a cuisine that blends cross-cultural influences on a plate. Over three years, the couple curated a holistic dining experience, showcasing their unmistakable signature. Chef-driven and vegetable-forward, MOGLU elevates seasonal ingredients with culinary magic. The restaurant operates under Mamacoco, a vegetarian-forward food and beverage group, offering fun and complex vegetarian all-day dining.

Ankita Shree, positioned as Managing Director at MOGLU, emphasizes the restaurant's commitment to providing more choice, better quality, and innovation in vegetarian dining. She envisions MOGLU's sophisticated vegetarian cuisine appealing to vegetarians, meat-eaters, and flexitarians alike.

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Culinary Experience at MOGLU

At the heart of MOGLU’s philosophy lies a borderless approach to cuisine. The menu, evolving bi-annually, features modern plated dishes borrowing from diverse culinary traditions. Signature dishes include the Buratta with Green Beans & Toasted Lentils, a comforting blend of South Indian flavors reinvented into a warm salad, and the Barbecue Mushroom Burger, showcasing hearty lion’s mane mushroom grilled to perfection.

Dr. Kiran Narayanan, MOGLU's Executive Chef, expresses excitement about celebrating vegetables through culinary artistry. He emphasizes the restaurant's dedication to making vegetarian food exciting, using cross-cultural techniques to elevate vegetable-centric dishes.

MOGLU also pioneers non-alcoholic mixology, offering a range of zero-proof drinks crafted with local flavors like kokum, jackfruit, and cardamom. These drinks, complementing MOGLU’s vegetable-forward cuisine, include signature creations like Limoncello and Venetian Campari Spritzer.

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The Breakfast Special

In addition to lunch, dinner, and beverage offerings, MOGLU invites guests to indulge in a delightful breakfast spread. Featuring exquisite tartines, eggless omelettes, and delectable pastries, the breakfast menu promises a curated coffee experience. Highlights include the Labneh grape tartine and the Superfood Omelette, made with egg substitutes and served alongside Texas hash browns and house sourdough toast.

Where Architecture and Gastronomy Converge

Nestled within the iconic 1 SOBHA, MOGLU offers a captivating fusion of form and style. Its irregular polyhedron shape overlooks St. Marks Road, providing a premium casual dining experience. With a seating area accommodating 55 covers, the space features expansive windows bathing it in natural light. Warm neutral shades create an earthy canvas, complemented by eco-friendly paint and curated artwork. Archways, chandeliers, and strategic lighting add sophistication, making MOGLU an upscale and visually appealing hangout spot.

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The dining experience at MOGLU goes beyond savouring a meal; it’s about discovering something new with each visit. Impeccable service and heartfelt hospitality enhance the ambiance, ensuring a symphony of flavors and experiences.

Details

Address: 50, 1 Sobha, St Mark's Rd, opposite Empire and KC Das, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001

For reservation call: +91 80 4952 7158

Timings: Open 7 days a week 10 AM to 12 AM

Average meal for one: INR 1200 per person

Number of Seats: 55 


2 Pints Brewing Opens Whitefield Taproom

2 Pints Brewing Opens Whitefield Taproom

By Hariharan U

Published on April 20, 2026

Bengaluru’s craft beer landscape continues to evolve with the launch of 2 Pints Brewing Taproom & Kitchen in Whitefield. Positioned as a craft beer-first destination, the new 210-cover taproom blends the area’s corporate energy with a more relaxed, social dining experience.

At its core, the concept stays rooted in brewing. The focus is on true-to-style craft beers, brewed in-house and served fresh, with every element from space design to music and service, built around enhancing that experience. The idea is simple: keep the beer central, while making the space warm, approachable, and easy to return to.

The taproom features both indoor seating and a pet-friendly outdoor area, allowing it to adapt across occasions, quick weekday lunches, after-work meetups, or longer weekend gatherings. While craft beer leads the offering, the bar also presents signature cocktails, supported by house ferments and infusions that add depth and balance.

On the food front, the menu takes an ingredient-driven, flavour-forward approach. It remains region-agnostic while drawing from Indian influences, designed to pair seamlessly with the beers on tap. The result is a cohesive experience where both food and drink complement rather than compete.

Adding to the appeal is a structured weekly programming lineup. From Wednesday Rock Chronicles and Thursday Night Trivia to Retro Rolling Fridays, the space leans into community-driven engagement. Weekday happy hours run from noon to 7 PM, while cricket season specials such as unlimited craft beer offers bring a timely, social element into play.

The taproom also caters to corporate groups with customised team lunches, offering private spaces across indoor and outdoor sections. This dual focus—on both casual diners and organised groups, reflects Whitefield’s evolving dining needs.

The launch comes from Chorizo Hospitality, founded by Ajay Nagarajan and Anand Murthy. Built on a shared passion for craft brewing, the group emphasises service as its defining principle viewing it not as support, but as the core product.

Located within The Sulit Whitefield, the new taproom positions itself as a neighbourhood space one that balances energy with ease. In a fast-paced part of the city, it aims to offer something slightly removed yet still connected: a place to drop in briefly or stay a while


Maya at 787 Launches New Cocktail Menu in Gurgaon

Maya at 787 Launches New Cocktail Menu in Gurgaon

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on April 20, 2026

Maya at 787 in Gurgaon has introduced a new cocktail menu, adding a fresh layer to its dining experience. Built around its concept of “The Irresistible Allure of Hidden Flavours,” the new beverage selection is designed to complement the restaurant’s Indian-Spanish small plates offering while standing strong on its own.

Spread across 7,000 sq. ft. with seating for around 80 guests, Maya at 787 has quickly become a refined dine-in space in the city. Led by Chef Pradeep Koli, who brings over 25 years of global experience, the restaurant is known for its creative take on thalis and tapas. The menu includes dishes like Chenna Pearls with Summer Gazpacho, Duck Sukka, Prawn Thecha, Tawa Gucchi Paprika Hemp Chaat, and the signature Maya Pie.

The newly launched cocktail menu adds another dimension to the experience, focusing on layered flavours and unique combinations. Each drink is designed to offer a sense of storytelling, aligning with the overall concept of the space. Guests can try options such as Maya Picoso with tequila and gazpacho, Grapefruit Paloma with jalapeño shrub, and Ispagin with raspberry, lychee, and rose foam. The menu also features smoky bourbon blends with paprika, refreshing botanical G&Ts, and classic cocktails with a modern twist.

The launch evening saw the presence of Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, Parvesh Verma, adding to the overall energy of the event.

With this new menu, Maya at 787 continues to build on its approach of combining thoughtful food and creative drinks. The experience is designed to engage guests through flavour, presentation, and a strong sense of concept, making it a well-rounded addition to Gurgaon’s dining scene.


Nazaara Bengaluru Showcases North-West Flavours with Best of Best

Nazaara Bengaluru Showcases North-West Flavours with Best of Best

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on April 19, 2026

Nazaara at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal is bringing a special dining experience to the city with ‘Best of Best’, a curated showcase of North-West Frontier cuisine. Led by Chef Asif Qureshi and his team, the concept revisits some of the restaurant’s most loved culinary experiences from 2025, bringing them together in a single menu.

Known for its open-air setting, Nazaara offers a relaxed yet refined dining atmosphere with wide views of the city skyline. The space combines soft lighting and a contemporary design, making it suitable for both intimate evenings and larger gatherings.

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The menu focuses on traditional recipes from North-West India, presented with a modern touch. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes including charred kebabs, slow-cooked curries, freshly baked breads from the tandoor, and flavourful biryanis. The selection draws from Mughlai and regional influences, offering a mix of rich and well-balanced flavours.

Some of the highlights include Hare Moong Gosht, Murgh Noormahli Korma, Nawabi Murgh, and the popular Gullatthi kebab. For dessert, Seviyan ka Muzaffar adds a sweet finish to the meal. Each dish is prepared using quality ingredients and traditional spices, bringing together familiarity and a fresh presentation.

The overall experience is further enhanced by the setting, where the open sky, gentle breeze, and thoughtfully designed ambience create a comfortable and engaging space. Whether it’s a casual dinner, a celebration, or a business meeting, the experience is designed to offer both comfort and a touch of luxury.

‘Best of Best’ will be available at Nazaara, Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal, from 20th April to 30th April, between 5:00 PM and 11:30 PM.

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