Stories, events and news from our coastal kitchen in Mandwa.
The ferry from Gateway of India to Mandwa is the fastest way across — here is how the journey works and where to eat the moment you land.
Where to eat, when to go to the beach, and how to avoid the two mistakes most first-time visitors make.
You have just landed, you are hungry, and you do not want to drive 40 minutes. Here is what is actually near the jetty.
Green hills, empty beaches, dramatic skies — and the practical things to know before you go.
November through February is peak season here, and for good reason. How to make the most of it.
March to May is hot and humid here. A realistic plan for eating, swimming and staying comfortable.
Pomfret, rawas, prawns, crab — a plain-English guide to the fish you will see on menus here.
The case for a slow, proper breakfast in Alibaug — and what to order.
What to drink as the light goes, and why the hour before sunset is worth planning around.
Designated drivers, pregnant guests, and anyone taking the night off — a proper drinks list matters.
Everything to sort out before booking a birthday dinner away from the city.
Space, timing, and a menu children will actually eat — the practical realities of family dining on holiday.
Close enough to Mumbai for a day trip, far enough that people actually switch off.
Timing, seating and the small details that separate a nice dinner from a memorable one.
Forts, markets, birdwatching and quiet corners — what to do when you have had enough sun.
A realistic Saturday-and-Sunday itinerary, built around ferry timings and the heat.
Yes — if you plan around the ferry and accept you will do less than you think.
When walk-ins are fine, when they are risky, and how far ahead to plan.
Practical, unglamorous advice about clothes for a coastal weekend.
Ferry access, timing, seating and food — planning a trip that works for everyone.
Villa cooks are lovely for two nights. Here is what to do on the third.
What to expect, when to arrive, and whether to bring the kids.
Sea breeze, evening light, and why eating outdoors here is better than eating indoors.
Coconut, kokum, fresh fish and rice — what defines the cooking of this coastline.
A few simple questions that get you a better plate of fish anywhere on the coast.
Sea versus hills, ferry versus expressway — an honest comparison for a two-day trip.
The coast is known for fish. Here is how to eat properly if you do not eat it.
Arriving on a late ferry or finishing a long day — the options thin out after 9pm.
Which beach suits which mood, and how far each one actually is.
Group trips fall apart over food decisions. A few things that prevent it.
Monsoon changes what you want to eat. Some suggestions for a wet afternoon.
A realistic look at getting work done from the coast for a few days.
The Konkan coast faces west, which makes sunsets its best hour. Where to be.
Alibaug has a reputation for expensive villas. It does not have to be a costly trip.
What Alibaug does well, what it does not, and who will enjoy it.