Isha Mayer

1 month ago | elle.in | Isha Mayer

| On a lazy weekend, while mindlessly doom-scrolling through Instagram, I stumbled upon a video where Tanishq Gaikwad aka DJ Tanishq was spinning beats–not at a club, but at a cafe. And here’s the kicker: instead of cocktails and shots, people were vibing to the music with fresh brews by his console. One would expect something like that to take off in Mumbai, Delhi or Bengaluru but this coffee rave was happening at Corridor Seven Coffee Roasters in Nagpur.

1 month ago | elle.in | Isha Mayer

| Desi roots, global taste—that’s been the driving force behind Badmaash, the Los Angeles hotspot redefining Indian cuisine. For over a decade, Badmaash founders and brothers Nakul and Arjun Mahendro have been shaking up LA’s food scene with their bold, no-rules approach, blending classic Indian flavours with a rebellious, street-style attitude.

2 months ago | elle.in | Isha Mayer

“Whenever I stay at The White Lotus, I always have a memorable time,” said Tanya Mcquoid, the eccentric yet most loved character played by Jennifer Coolidge in the cult show. While she may not return in the third season, I can relate to her sentiment, especially after experiencing two of the breathtaking resorts where the latest season of The White Lotus was filmed. With the new season set in Koh Samui, Thailand, the island is already seeing a surge in travellers.

Jan 29, 2025 | elle.in | Isha Mayer

There was scorching heat in Mumbai on January 18, but nothing – absolutely nothing – could stop me from attending Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour. Scoring a ticket to the most anticipated event of the year? A dream come true! So braving the sweltering journey from Andheri to DY Patil Sports Stadium in Navi Mumbai was a no brainer. In fact, my concert experience began well before I reached the venue.

Jan 15, 2025 | elle.in | Isha Mayer

With 2024 seeing a boom in regional cuisines, and international pop-ups and bar takeovers, one thing was clear: people are ready to experiment and finally becoming open to trying new flavours. 2025 though is serving up a buffet of bold flavours, fresh ideas, and a sprinkle of nostalgia. And of course, regional Indian food continues to grow. The celebration of local and seasonal ingredients and the embrace of sustainable and innovative practices are redefining the way we experience food.