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The culinary cross‑road

Bangalore’s food scene is a living map of its migrant history. Beyond the ubiquitous dosas, the city hosts neighbourhoods where tiny tea stalls serve steaming plates of Andhra chilli rice, while nearby streets offer buttery Mangalorean fish fry. A walk through Jayanagar at dusk will reveal micro‑bakeries where expats trade in almond croissants for spiced paneer rolls. The real insight is to follow the aromas from the bustling KR market to the quieter lanes of Indiranagar – you’ll discover that the city’s culinary identity is less about a single cuisine and more about the dialogue between South Indian traditions and the pan‑Indian palate of its tech workforce.

Green lungs amid the silicon rush

While Bangalore is renowned for its tech parks, its network of parks and lakes offers a quieter rhythm. The expansive Cubbon Park, planted in the 19th century, now hosts weekend joggers, stray dog colonies and impromptu classical music sessions under its banyan canopy. A short bus ride east brings you to Hebbal Lake, a favoured spot for birdwatchers tracking migratory species. These green spaces are not merely recreational; they serve as informal meeting points where startup founders exchange ideas over fresh‑squeezed juice, creating a subtle interplay between nature and innovation that few guidebooks capture.

Navigating the city’s transport paradox

Bangalore’s traffic is infamous, yet the city’s transport options hide a nuanced picture. The Namma Metro, though still expanding, threads through key commercial districts, offering a punctual alternative to the notorious rush hour. For the time‑pressed, auto‑rickshaw unions now accept QR‑coded payments, reducing the need for cash haggling. The real tip is to plan visits around the city’s ‘rain‑holiday’ schedule – motorists often abandon roads during monsoon showers, while the public bus network runs on a reduced timetable, freeing up streets for pedestrians and revealing hidden street‑art alleys that are otherwise overlooked.

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