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 


Yuki Unveils Chef’s Pan Asian Summer Menu

Yuki Unveils Chef’s Pan Asian Summer Menu

By Hariharan U

Published on April 28, 2026

Yuki has introduced its Chef’s Pan Asian Selection Menu, a summer-forward offering that brings together bold Asian flavours, fresh ingredients, and comforting classics.

Designed to reflect a diverse culinary palette, the menu moves seamlessly from light appetisers to hearty mains and indulgent desserts, making it ideal for both casual dining and shared meals.

The experience begins with flavour-packed starters such as Mini Spring Rolls filled with vegetables and vermicelli, Miso Crab Dumplings served in a delicate broth, and Crispy Pomfret tossed in Sichuan chilli sauce. Seafood highlights continue with Thai Lime & Garlic Steamed Sea Bass, while Chicken in Black Pepper Sauce adds a bold, familiar note.

The main course focuses on wok-inspired dishes, including Stir-Fried Kailan with Garlic, General Tso’s Chicken with its signature sweet-spicy glaze, and Stir-Fry Shrimp paired with crisp vegetables in a light garlic sauce.

For rice and noodle lovers, the menu features Aromatic Bamboo Rice infused with bamboo shoots and star anise, alongside Seafood Hakka Noodles combining prawns, fish, egg, and vegetables for a wholesome finish.

Desserts bring a refreshing close to the meal, with options like Mango Sago, a smooth blend of mango and coconut cream with soft sago pearls—and Golden Sesame Balls offering a crisp exterior with a delicate sweet filling.

With this new menu, Yuki continues to highlight balanced, flavour-forward Pan Asian dining, positioning itself as a go-to destination for those seeking both comfort and variety in Bengaluru’s dining scene.

Details:

  • Locations: Koramangala | JP Nagar | Indiranagar | Sarjapur | Whitefield
  • Timings: 12:30 PM – 12:00 AM

5 Types of Banarasi Paan You Must Try at Least Once

5 Types of Banarasi Paan You Must Try at Least Once

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Published on April 28, 2026

Paan has long been woven into India’s social and cultural fabric, carrying a sense of nostalgia while continuing to evolve with changing tastes. Today, Banarasi paan stands at the intersection of tradition and innovation, offering both familiar flavours and contemporary twists that appeal across generations.

For those looking to explore this iconic indulgence, here are five types of Banarasi paan worth trying at least once:

Mango Paan

A refreshing seasonal variation, Mango Paan blends real mango pulp with traditional fillings like gulkand, coconut, and fennel. The result is a softer, juicier paan that balances sweetness with a light tang, making it ideal for summer. This modern take is popular at Mast Banarasi Paan.

Chocolate-Coated Paan Bites

Designed for those new to paan, these bite-sized creations offer a fusion twist. Coated in chocolate and often topped with nuts, they retain the core paan flavours inside while adding a familiar, dessert-like appeal. This variation highlights how paan is evolving for younger audiences, with options available at Mast Banarasi Paan.

Fire Paan

A viral sensation, Fire Paan delivers a theatrical experience where the paan is briefly lit before being served. Beyond the spectacle, it offers a subtle smoky warmth that adds a unique dimension to the flavour. It is widely available at outlets such as Odeon Gupta Paan Shop.

Classic Meetha Banarasi Paan

The foundation of paan culture, the classic meetha paan remains timeless. Filled with gulkand, fennel, coconut, and aromatic ingredients, it delivers a perfectly balanced flavour profile that defines the authentic Banarasi experience. Traditional versions are widely found in Varanasi, including Banarasi Paan House.

Rose Paan

Light, fragrant, and subtly sweet, Rose Paan focuses on floral notes through rose essence and gulkand. It offers a softer, dessert-like experience, ideal for those who prefer milder flavours. This variant is available at The Betel Leaf Co..

Paan continues to remain relevant by seamlessly blending heritage with innovation. Whether enjoyed for its traditional comfort or its contemporary reinventions, Banarasi paan reflects a culinary culture that is both rooted and evolving.


Maize & Malt Celebrates Mango Season with Summer Cocktail Menu

Maize & Malt Celebrates Mango Season with Summer Cocktail Menu

By Hariharan U

Published on April 28, 2026

Maize & Malt is embracing the spirit of summer with a limited-edition mango cocktail menu, bringing a fresh and flavour-forward approach to seasonal mixology.

As temperatures rise, cocktail preferences are shifting towards lighter, fruit-driven and refreshing options, and mango naturally takes centre stage. Moving beyond traditional formats, the new menu explores the fruit across multiple flavour profiles—ripe, raw, tangy, and spiced—offering a well-rounded summer drinking experience.

The curated lineup features Cubbon Spark, a crisp mango highball with white rum; Un-Ripe Theory, blending raw mango and tequila with a salted edge; and Mango Glow, a smooth mix of gin and Aperol with a bittersweet finish. For those seeking delicate notes, Floral Mango combines clarified mango with gin and elderflower, while Mango Brine introduces a bold, savoury twist with raw mango pickle, vodka, and herbs.

Designed to balance refreshment with depth, the menu caters to a range of occasions, from relaxed daytime sipping to evening gatherings. The cocktails reflect a broader trend in urban dining, where seasonal ingredients and experimental flavours are shaping beverage experiences.

With its mango-forward offerings, Maize & Malt continues to position itself as a destination for innovative yet approachable cocktail experiences, capturing the essence of summer in every glass.

Details:

  • Address: Vigneshwar Nagar, Kaveri Nagar, Krishnarajapuram, Bengaluru
  • Timings: 12:30 PM – 1:00 AM
  • Price: ₹1200 for 2 pax
  • Reservations: 063648 32589

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