Biriyani is one of the best among our foodies. And the Biriyani has to be really special to satisfy our taste buds. We can find Biriyani almost anywhere in the city but finding those special ones are really tricky. Here we suggest you some of the finest Biriyani makers of our city.

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Kayees Biriyani

Location: Rahmathulla Hotel, Mattancherry, Kochi.
Kayees Biriyani is an ordinary place with some extra ordinary Biriyani. This place is the best if you love Biriyani, especially Mutton Biriyani. The place is thronged with foodies almost at anytime of the day. Steamingly hot n spicy Biriyani with sweet date palm pickle is one of the major attractions of this little space. About the service and ambiance- you'll find it just perfect to devour the Biriyani.

Why are the authorities silent? Where is the law that penalizes the common man for not having a pollution certificate for their bikes? Why is the Indian law showing partiality? Come on act upon this if you are really bothered of implementing the laws and being just. 

Locally known as the Kaloor International Stadium, the Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium located in the heart of the Kochi city is the heart of Kerala's sportive dreams and has been the back bone of our achievements since 1996. The stadium has lots of facts to boast off and here are some of the most interesting ones, probably the ones you've never known.

- The stadium has a capacity of 75,000 spectators making it one of the largest stadiums in India.
- The stadium is widely touted to be one of the most noisiest cricket stadium in the world due to its distinctive architecture. - The most innovative aspect of the stadium is its unique lighting towers of 2 kW Floodlights which when switched on fully can provide lighting levels for HD telecast. The Structure of the tower is itself one of a kind in India.

Kochi, the rising metro of India, is a town that is located in the southern part of this magnificent
country, in the state of Kerala. Being a state that has a very deep rooted moral standards, a pub is something not so easy to find in this part of India. But as the city is growing into a metro there are people from almost all parts of the country flowing into here. And this has influenced the culture of Kerala to a great extend. Obviously there are a few pubs and dance bars opened in Kochi. Even though you cannot compare them to the pubs that you have seen in Bangalore or Goa - these dance bars do offer some special treats. Here are our handpicked 5 Pubs of Kochi - This little city has so much to tell ;)

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- Club 11 Hundred

The Club 11 Hundred is a dance bar located at the Ramada Resort, Kochi. The pub functions at the lobby level of the Ramada Resort. Located in the outskirts of the city, the pub offers perfect ambience and music to the party lovers out there in this little city. DJ Shekhar is the in house DJ and is a popular figure among the music lovers of the city.


Here are some reviews of the party freaks in Kochi - Extracted from: http://www.burrp.com/

"I simply adore this place. Located in the upscale Ramada Resort, this place is a sure treat to music and lovers of hard drinks alike. They have an amazing line up of Dj's that belt out all the latest tracks to keep you entertained. The juggling skills of the bartenders is very impressive. They serve divine cocktails. Ambience is dimly lit and spacious, just the way it should be. Finger food is too good."

"Its easily the best place to party in cochin........ Its a bit far from the city... but all in all a good place... PLEASE dnt compare it to clubs in bglr.... u'll surely be disappointed..... DJ Shekhar is the in house DJ..... Good music n the booze is expensive for cochin standards Eg: a pint a beer in 150...... SAT nyts is when the party happens...... sum weekends its really good... othrs nt so mch.... u shud check it out if u wanna shake a leg in twn :)"

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-  Jules Bar
The Jules Bar is located at the Le Meridien Hotel, Kochi. This one can be classified more as an exotic bar rather than a pub. There are music sessions on selected days. There is no in house DJ but there are a lot of reputed visiting DJs at this place.

What happens when you take a shopping freak who is a fashion addict to one of the Kochi's most famous shopping streets? Things are pretty amazing. Read to know more ;)
It is a lane running between old buildings but newly painted, a block away from the Arabian Sea! Okay, weird geographical description, check out the map! Tourists from all over the world are a common sight here, wearing their newly purchased Saree and Dhothi.
The atmosphere is lively with the vendors trying to sell their wares to the tourists (at sky high prices) in broken English, and the flute sellers and drum sellers playing their music, and so many colorful and shiny distractions. You can find chat-walas, panipuri-walas, bhaji vendors and many other street vendors occupying their places in this busy lane of Kochi.

The weekend is here again, and are you confused over your plan for the weekend? TalkandSpeak is also back with its handpicked weekend destination. Let us keep away the restaurants and shopping malls. There are no much awaited releases at the cinemas either. So we are going for a different experience this time. We suggest you to 'Go Kart' this weekend. Kochi has one of the newest 'Go Karting' track opened at the Info Park, Kaloor. Before you ask, we answer you the basic questions.

What is 'Karting'?
Kart racing or karting is a variant of open-wheel motor-sport with small, open, four-wheeled vehicles called karts, go-karts, or gearbox/shifter karts depending on the design. They are usually raced on scaled-down circuits. Karting is commonly perceived as the stepping stone to the higher ranks of motor-sports. Art Ingels is generally accepted to be the father of karting. A veteran hot rodder and a race car builder at Kurtis Kraft, he built the first kart in Southern California in 1956. Karting has rapidly spread to other countries, and currently has a large following in Europe.
Bookings can be done by calling Speedway Kochi’s contact number – 9645962434.

Even though the city is fast developing and modernized, it still lacks valentine friendly destinations. Taking
their love for a date in Kochi is an adventurous step for at least half of the Kochi-ans. Most of us have definitely wondered about the places to host our date. Here are some of our picks.

1. Marine Drive and Boating!
If you and your love are talkaholic, this one is for you. You can walk, walk and talk along the paved paths in the water front. You can never find a better place if you both love talking to each other. What if your foot aches? Take a boat and relax while you continue your romantic piece of talk. Or you can settle down under the trees or benches that you'd see around. But don't stop talking. That is the only rule !

2. Wanna celebrate your love? The Sand Dunes Persian Cafe is an unmatched option !
Step into this wonderful cafe and you will soon find yourself standing in a mystic city that you have been hearing in the Arabian Nights. The floor couches which resemble the arabic majlis are an amazing experience and you can literally lie down and relax. The open roof top can give you the feel of floating through the clouds. The loneliness of the place and calm atmosphere is another reason behind this cafe's inclusion in this list.

3.QCinemas at the Gold Souqe Grande!
If its a movie with him/her running in your mind, QCinemas would be the most recommended option. QCinemas is a multiplex located at the Gold Souq Shopping Mall. This cinema is less crowded and your chances of having a pleasant experience is higher. The food courts, shops and the cinema can together work out a wonderful day for you both.

4. Beaches can never be kept side - The Cherai Beach!
The cleanliness of the water is the main reason behind the popularity of this beach. Calm and pleasant atmosphere is also guaranteed. Holding her hands and walking through the sand leaving your foot prints is definitely an amazing experience. The quality of the crowd present there is also an added advantage. Cherai beach can be considered a good family beach in the Ernakulam District.

5. How about a candle light dinner? The Abaam Hotel at Vytilla!
Take your love on a candle light dinner and she'd love it. The Abaam Hotel at Vytilla is a good option for this experience. This is a tangerine restaurant that offers candle light dinner facilities with an appreciable romantic ambiance. A cocktail drink can also trigger the romantic atmosphere. Ice Creams and deserts are served and presented as you see them in the lovely Bollywood movies.

Wander with your love through these hand picked spots and let us know about your day ;)

As soon monsoon has hit our town, we are in search of the best places to hangout without getting wet. Here are our picks for the week!

1. An hour of gaming at the Woot Gaming Lounge!
An hour of gaming at the Woot Gaming Lounge can be thrilling and exciting. Make sure you have a buddy accompanying you to the gaming lounge as most of the games are best when played multi-player. Stay away from getting wet in the rain and enjoy some mind blowing games out there !

Location: Opp. Bata Showroom, Next to Varkeys Supermarket, Palarivattom.

2. A walk and shopping at the Lulu Mall, Kochi!
While we spot the best indoor destinations of Kochi, Lulu Mall is an unavoidable place. A walk with your loved ones along with some window shopping can make a beautiful day. Dine in at the food courts that offer various delicacies. And if interested a movie can be a bonus treat to your senses.

Location: Edapally Junction, Kochi.

3. Celebrate the monsoon with a cup of tea at the Teapot Cafe!
The cold breezy weather can be celebrated with the world's most loved beverage, tea. A group of friends and an hour chat around the teapot would be an amazing experience. The visual treat offered by the cafe has to be appreciated and is indeed a place to take your eyes at-least once.

Location: Peter Celli Street, Fort Kochi (Cochin), 682001, India.

4. Surrender your taste buds to the Halwas at 'Bake My Day'!
Don't frown that we brought another cafe to the list. This one is something different. Here the chief attraction are the Halwas that are served here. Even though they serve coffee and beverages, halwas are the stars of this place. Give it a try while you search for some monsoon hideouts.

Location: Off Kadavanthra-Kaloor Road, Kadavanthra, Kochi (Cochin), India.

5. Bowling at the Amoeba Bowling Centre! 
Bowling is one of the best ways to have some fun if you are not in to computer games. Most of the time people stay away from bowling as they aren't pocket friendly. But Amoeba is a good consideration. If you aren't experienced in bowling, call upon the guides for beginners' tips.

Location: 3rd Floor, Gold Souk Grandé Mall, Chenkatti Bridge, Ponnurunni, Ernakulam, Kerala.



Have a wonderful monsoon season ahead while we get you the next 5 picks for the coming week. ;)