India’s Leo’s Pizzeria Enters World’s Top 100 Pizzerias

India’s Leo’s Pizzeria Enters World’s Top 100 Pizzerias

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on July 4, 2025

In a defining moment for India’s culinary scene, Leo’s Pizzeria, a much-loved pizza kitchen nestled in New Delhi, has earned the #99 spot in the prestigious list of The Best Pizza – Milan 2025. Known for honouring the world’s finest pizza establishments, the Milan-based list is considered a global benchmark in pizza craftsmanship, establishing Leo’s Pizzeria as a distinctive name in the culinary world.

With a loyal following rooted in simplicity, quality, and honest cooking, Leo’s has quietly emerged as a standout, proving that excellence in food can come from even the most unassuming corners of the world. The pizzeria’s approach is refreshingly straightforward, a slow-fermented 48-hour dough, Italian tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and a wood-fired oven that brings it all together. The result is a perfectly balanced, light-yet-flavourful pizza that has captivated both locals and global connoisseurs alike.

This recognition is not just a feather in Leo’s cap, but a proud moment for Indian gastronomy, Founder and Head Pizzaiolo Amol Kumar shared his thoughts on the achievement, saying, “We never set out chasing awards, just the pursuit of honest, well-made pizza. To be recognised on a global stage, among names we've long admired, is incredibly humbling. This isn’t just a win for Leo’s — it’s for everyone who believes that world-class food can come from anywhere, as long as it's made with heart and integrity.” Over the years, Leo’s Pizzeria has quietly cultivated a community of pizza lovers who appreciate the craftsmanship behind every slice.

Now, with this international acclaim, Leo’s stands tall as a symbol of Indian culinary ambition, authentic, rooted, and ready to take on the world.


7 Raw Honey Varieties in India That Blend Taste and Healing

7 Raw Honey Varieties in India That Blend Taste and Healing

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on September 24, 2025

Honey has always been celebrated as a natural superfood, loved for its taste, purity, and health benefits. Among all its forms, raw honey stands out for being unprocessed, keeping all its natural enzymes, antioxidants, and nutrients intact. It supports immunity, aids digestion, and promotes overall wellness while offering rich, natural flavor.

In India, several brands are redefining honey consumption with authentic, sustainably sourced, and additive-free raw honey. These brands combine traditional beekeeping with modern quality standards, bringing nature straight to your table.

Here’s a look at seven raw honey brands in India that offer exceptional taste and natural healing benefits:

  1. Bharat Vedica – Bringing Ayurveda to modern kitchens, their honey is unprocessed and sourced from select floral regions. It boosts immunity, aids digestion, and works as a natural remedy for coughs and sore throats, while its smooth texture and mild sweetness enhance teas, warm water, and herbal drinks.

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  2. Indigenous Honey – Celebrating India’s native flora, this honey is ethically harvested across forests and farmlands. Rich in pollen, enzymes, and antioxidants, it supports immunity, soothes the throat, and improves gut health, offering a true “from-the-hive” taste.

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  3. Nature’s Nectar – Known for its sustainability and purity, this honey is free from additives and artificial flavors. Its light floral aroma and gentle sweetness make it versatile for drizzling over fruits, cereals, or baked goods, while its antioxidants and antibacterial properties boost immunity and aid digestion.

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  4. Two Brothers Organic Farms Honey – Sourced from wild forest areas, this honey is dark, rich, and packed with natural minerals and enzymes. Its bold, earthy flavor supports metabolism, fights free radicals, and offers antibacterial benefits, making it a favorite among health enthusiasts.

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  5. Farm Naturelle Honey – Offering farm-fresh, pure honey in variants like wild forest, multiflora, and infused blends, Farm Naturelle preserves raw purity with no filtration or pasteurization. It strengthens immunity, supports digestion, and helps with weight management while delivering rich, diverse flavors.

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  6. Hitkary Honey – With minimal processing, this honey retains essential enzymes, vitamins, and minerals. Its smooth texture and mild sweetness suit both children and adults, while therapeutic benefits include relieving coughs and colds, reducing fatigue, and providing natural energy.

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  7. The Honey Company – Focusing on ethical beekeeping, this brand offers wild forest, jamun, mustard, and other varieties. Each type has unique benefits, jamun honey supports blood sugar levels, mustard honey aids respiratory health, and all are rich in antioxidants and antibacterial compounds, offering both taste and wellness in every jar.

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    With these seven brands, raw honey in India is not just about flavor, it’s a wholesome experience blending taste, tradition, and natural healing.


Street Storyss Gives Navratri Fasting a Delicious Modern Makeover

Street Storyss Gives Navratri Fasting a Delicious Modern Makeover

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on September 24, 2025

 Street Storyss, known for its global vegetarian cuisine with an Indian touch, is celebrating Navratri with a unique culinary twist. Chef & Partner Tarun Sibal has created a special menu that transforms classic fasting ingredients into bold, globally inspired dishes, turning tradition into a feast.

This Navratri, familiar ingredients like sabudana, kuttu, and foxnuts step into unexpected avatars. Guests can enjoy a Thai-inspired Papaya Som Tom Salad that bursts with freshness, sabudana reinvented as creamy risotto, and foxnuts enriched in a velvety paneer makhani served with warm kuttu paratha. It’s a festive spread where nostalgia meets innovation, already creating a buzz in Bengaluru’s food scene.

Highlights from the menu include:

  • Papaya Som Tom Salad – tangy, crunchy, and zesty freshness

  • Sabudana Tikki with Tamarind Chutney – crispy outside, melt-in-mouth inside, paired with sweet-spiced tang

  • Aloo Tukk with Lemon Cream – earthy potatoes lifted by citrusy cream

  • Foxnut & Paneer Makhani with Kuttu Paratha – indulgent yet balanced

  • Sabudana Risotto – global technique meets Indian tradition

  • Chenna Aam Ras – a sweet ending to the feast

Street Storyss invites everyone to experience a menu that blends devotion, innovation, and comfort on every plate. Whether observing Navratri fasts or enjoying seasonal delights, this celebration promises a soulful and memorable culinary journey.

FACTSHEET

  • Where: Indiranagar | Kanakapura | Forum Rex Walk, Brigade Road, Bengaluru.
  • Timings: 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM.


Where Flavours Meet Footwork: Carnival by Trèsind Hosts Bollywood Carnival Garba Night

Where Flavours Meet Footwork: Carnival by Trèsind Hosts Bollywood Carnival Garba Night

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on September 24, 2025

Carnival by Trèsind is set to light up Mumbai’s festive spirit with its maiden Bollywood Carnival Garba Night, a Navratri celebration where vibrant beats meet bold flavours. The event unfolds on the 7th floor of the Krishna Curve Building, Juhu Tara Road, Santacruz (West), offering guests a night that blends tradition with Carnival’s signature flair.

From 9 PM onwards, the atmosphere promises to be alive with rhythm, colour, and indulgence. Guests will sway to a specially curated Bollywood playlist, keeping the dance floor buzzing with energy, while festive-inspired menus and handcrafted drinks bring flavour to every moment.

The dining experience is crafted to be as colourful as the celebration itself. Guests can savour playful creations like Pani Puri Semifreddo with guava sorbet or a quirky Chaat Sundae. Small plates range from Bao Bhaji to Avocado Galouti Kebabs, while larger plates add comfort with dishes like Saag Florentine, Soba Noodles in Sri Lankan curry, and Mushroom Pot Rice with a truffle tadka. For a sweet finale, desserts like Aam Sutra, a refreshing blend of mango sorbet and coconut rasmalai or Filter Coffee Tiramisu with Baileys ice cream promise indulgence with a twist.

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Entry comes as a fully redeemable cover charge, making the evening not just about entertainment but also about indulgence. Whether joining with family, friends, or colleagues, the night sets the stage for memories filled with laughter, dance, and flavour.

As Navratri celebrates togetherness and joy, Carnival by Trèsind offers the perfect backdrop to dance like no one’s watching, feast without limits, and embrace the festive spirit in style. The Bollywood Carnival Garba Night promises to be a one-of-a-kind celebration, vibrant and unforgettable.

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