Marata Mess is run by Pradeep Pawar and his family. His forefathers came from Maharashtra and settled here in Mysore during the British Era. His dadaji used to work in the silk industry set up by Wodeyar Raja of Mysore. They have been living in Mysore for 120 years but are still very close to their Marathi roots. The menu is a mix of Mysorean and Marathi flavours. My favourite picks were Fish Fry with red chutney and Marathi Keema Balls (both dry and gravy versions). The Mutton Biryani and Raggi Mudde here is also very popular. The loud chatter and banter among the almost all women staff is refreshing. The work culture here is very lively, you see male and female workers joking, coordinating, directing, talking and laughing together and you wonder why should it be so difficult for men and women to work together. I am used to River Fishes, so just a heads up for folks who come from coastal areas, here you will only find Catla fish fries. The price of food here is so cheap that I had to ask why, he said the cost of labour here is cheap as well, so they keep the price low. Also they don’t spend on marketing or advertisement and have nothing to do with Swiggy or Zomato, still you will find this place always packed. You will mostly find locals here. Don’t bother to come here for breakfast or dinner because the shop opens from 12 PM to 4 PM only, Mondays off. The staff here is always smiling, at lunch time they take their breaks and all of them sit for lunch and eat the same food at the same benches where guests sit which shows how easy it is to treat your workers with respect if only the business owners have such good intentions.
Met this group of guys who were my fans, it turned out they were also from Delhi and were in Mysore for vacation. So nice to meet you guys 🙏🏽💕
Ever travelled in train for 50 hours, that’s how long it takes from Delhi to Mysore via rail. Any tips for such long train journeys? Also, do you guys want me to give you a video tour of First AC in the next reel?
The trainers told me one can learn basics of horse riding, enough to take a ride alone in just 20-30 classes. Canterwoods Equestrian Centre is in Gurgaon, it is 20 minutes from the Golf Course Road, it will take 90 minutes to reach here from Delhi. The trail that I took started off on a pebbled street with farm houses all around, and in 10 minutes we had entered lush green jungle of Aravali. It costed 2000₹ per person for a 90 minute trail, they also had an option for 120 minute trail. The horse that I was on was Lockner, he was a 6 year old strong sports horse. Very strong yet gentle, these horses have an average lifespan of 20-25 years. Can’t wait to be trained enough to take these horses for a run at their fullest speed one day 💕
Truth about the strange animal spotted at the oath taking ceremony. I went to Rashtrapati Bhawan to find what really happened. These men along with some 150 other gardeners are responsible for the upkeep of the 15 acre garden at the Rashtrapati Bhawan. Some of them have been working for 8-9 years and they absolutely love their job. #rashtrapatibhavan #leapord #oathceremony #india
Help me plan the itinerary for a long trip in Karnataka. The weather could be tricky this month, but the nature would be at its best too. So please suggest places to visit, dishes to eat and any tips/tricks that you have 🛺
When for a movie today. Have you seen this one?
This is the first AC of train no. 12782 DEL NZM – MYS Express. I had somewhat higher expectations because of the price I paid for the tickets 5k for one person. Also because it was a long journey I had to rely on railway services for a comfortable experience. The food was bearable and not free. The spaciousness, the privacy and the pet dogs that frequent First AC are the benefits of booking first class. I had planned to use my 50hrs in train as two days of digital detox but sadly I was getting really good 5G connection and ended with 3-4 hrs of screen time still. The washroom aesthetic is still of tin can. Everything could just be a lot better, especially hygiene. Carrying your own food and snacks is still strongly advised. You get services of IRCTC E-catering, but the quality of food provided through those vendors is also questionable. Only on one station I found Dominos serving, but my appetite was gone by then. Also I just kept wondering, train tracking should be much easier the E-enquiry website glitches too much, a simple map and real time running status inside the train would be so so cool.
First day in Mysore
🤞🏽The movie that made Marm Vidya famous 🤞🏽
Cutest horse I ever met
Met this uncle who said he loves the way I deliver information through reels and he never misses them. I loved his never ending smile and energy, what a high spirited man. Blessed to have fans across all age groups 🙏🏽
This museum was inaugurated in May last year and this is the second museum on Partition in India. A number of displays have been donated by survivors of Partition for example, a cheque book that a man carried from Lahore as a refugee to India but he couldn’t withdraw his money in Indian banks, similarly other articles that refugees carried e.g: trunks, locks, jewellery, dupattas, vessels, wedding pictures etc, are all on display. Going through the museum one understands how sudden and shocking it was for millions of families who were uprooted from their lands in a matter of days. It was also very interesting to understand how demographics of Delhi changed post partition, what new colonies came up, where refugee camps were set up, how these refugee communities rebuild themselves from scratch. This museum is inside the beautiful Ambedkar University campus, and metro would be the best route to take as its in Old Delhi and the area is prone to traffic. Exit from Gate No. 7 of Kashmere Gate Metro Station and reach Gate No. 1 of Ambedkar University via a 2 minute auto ride. Its a new museum and is still expanding, people who do not enjoy reading too much should know that there is a lot of text and information to read in this museum, for example news articles, stories, interviews, context and background of every display is quite detailed. Entry is absolutely free of cost, from 10 AM to 5 PM.
How do you workout in summers?? I get exhausted in my stretches only, every 10 minutes I need a break like I am taking in the last clip 😭 Is morning workout better or evening? #gymmotivation #gym #gymlife #gymgirl #gymvideos
My mood after a shopping day at mall
Bakrid Mubarak to all of you. Enjoy the long weekend with friends and family with feast and festivities. Have you thought about this issue? I believe getting rid of this practice will make the festival even more joyful. #bakrid #bakridmubarak #eid #eidmubarak #festival
Salute to Indian Cricket Team. Bumrah’s balling, Virat’s batting, Suryakumar’s outstanding catch, what a breathtaking match this was. Historic moment 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
As soon as I stepped out of my hostel today morning in Mysore, I saw this beautiful line of diyas all across the street. When I asked the locals they mentioned its ‘Bhim-wada-annase’ (which I am sure I am pronouncing incorrectly, please feel free to correct me). Someone also said its a ‘Deepotsava’ since the last of Ashad Masa is of great importance in Karnataka and its also a new moon day today. The end of Ashad Masa signifies the end of Monsoon season. I felt blessed to observe this day so closely by lighting diyas with everyone.
Why does no one suggest Rashtrapati Bhawan tour when talking about things to do in Delhi, it’s a mystery. You’d be surprised how convenient and easy it is to visit India’s most important building. Just get 50₹ ticket from the official website, carry your ID and show up. Hardest part would be to find entry gate no. 37, because the estate is gigantic. You can’t fight the goosebumps when standing under the iconic Darbar Hall where Lord Mountbatten stepped down and Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru and our first cabinet ministers took oaths on 15th August 1947. Indians of every class and creed surrounded this building in huge numbers to join in celebration. You will get a guided tour of the massive halls and rooms where Presidential Banquets, State dinners and various important ceremonies are held, for instance the Padma Shri awards which are given out in the Ball Room. The grandness of every hall and corridor leaves you breathless, almost frightened, your demeanour becomes formal, you talk in hushed voices, you walk carefully, your eyes savour every view and mind revisits the momentous stories that the walls witnessed. The distinct red bricks that define Rashtrapati Bhawan are each sourced from Rajasthan. This building was commissioned as Viceroy’s House in 1911 when capital was shifted from Calcutta to Delhi and when the transfer of power took place in 1947 it was renamed to Rashtrapati Bhawan. The architecture and the interior decoration by Edward Lutyens takes inspiration from various corners of our country and the world. There are carpets from Kashmir, domes inspired by Stupas, marbles from Italy, murals from Persia, the official music played in State dinners is only 60’s and 70’s Bollywood music. The guide told us that V.V. Giri’s (our 4th President) children used one of the rooms as badminton court, that alone should give an idea how massive these rooms are. The souvenir shop is useless, and Amrit Udyan garden is only open from February to April #rashtrapatibhavan #presidenthouseofindia #thingstodoindelhi
I went to visit former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s residence which has been converted into a museum. Indira Gandhi lived in this house right from her tenure as a PM up until her death. Her tenure was full of hits and misses, and ultimately it was at this very residence that she took her last steps. Entry to museum is free of cost and it has a strict timing, from 9 AM to 4:45 PM. It’s a well maintained museum, the displays include rare pictures from India’s pre independence, items from her childhood, letters she wrote to Pt. Nehru and Mahatma Gandhi, her personal items, a timeline of the ups and downs from her political era shown through newspaper articles some criticising her and some celebrating her. Her son Rajiv Gandhi also spent his lifetime at this house with Sonia Gandhi and their two children, and we also get to see their life up close at this museum. It’s one of the good places to visit in Delhi, it’s a political site and must be explored with a critical mind. It was surprising to see the museum full of tourists at peak sunny hours in Delhi, many of them woman. #indiragandhi #indiragandhimemorial
A visit to Mysore Palace is like taking a leap back in history, when 600 years ago Wodeyar family took control of Mysore. The family ruled Mysore till India’s Independence, except for a brief period when Tipu Sultan took over the reigns. The entry ticket is 200₹ and timing is from 10 AM to 5 AM. The royal family still lives in a private building in this Palace, and only a portion of the Palace called ‘Amba Vilas’ is open for visitors. This palace has highest footfall of tourists in India right after Taj Mahal. The famous Mysore silk, Mysore Pak and Mysore sandalwood and oil, all have their origin story linked to the Wodeyar royal family. The original palace was made of wood and got burned down entirely in an accident, it was rebuilt later to what it is now. The architecture is different from what we see in Delhi or Rajasthan, the very evident use Gothic architectural style, use of gold leaf paint, the absence of red sandstones or glass work, makes it distinct. The guide only charges 300₹ and gives you fixed 45 minute tour. You can watch the palace light up for 15 minutes every evening from 7:45 to 8:00 PM, it wasn’t very thrilling for us.
The best way to get to know a city is through locals. This auto wale bhaiya recognised me when I boarded his auto 🛺, Listen to the tips he gave
I was taken aback when the scooty turned and this giant beautiful church came up, I could not stop saying woooooww! This is the 2nd tallest church in Asia. It was built and then rebuilt by Wodeyar Rajas of Mysore for the Christian community present in large numbers in Mysore. Even Raja’s palace had a beautiful painting depicting the site of this Church. Saint Philomena was a 13 year old girl and is believed to be a martyr by Christians and this church is dedicated to her. The architecture is simply breathtaking, its the first time I saw a fully gothic building and I thought structures like these are only in Europe. Grey suddenly became gorgeous, the massive size can’t be described even in videos and I am telling you the towers just brought me closer to my Harry Potter fantasies. Here just like any religious place in India, you need to leave your shoes outside, some of the white marble statues of different Christian female figures were clad in sarees and lehengas and many worshippers put orange and yellow marigold flowers on the feet of the statues, it reflected how the local culture influenced the practices inside. Don’t miss taking a walk inside the crypt. There is a lot of beauty to soak in here, it was a good place to spend time at in Mysore.
