Namaskara, Bengaluru ☀️
Here’s a Bengaluru food story we loved: in 2001, George Fernandes arranged for cakes from Koshy’s Bakery to reach troops at the border. Imagine getting a slice of something familiar that far from home.
Now, what’s cooking at yours this weekend? We’ve got a breakfast idea that starts with that packet of puffed rice in the kitchen.
☕ Bengaluru Trivia
Gabbar’s hideout was closer to Bengaluru than you might think. Which nearby town’s rocky hills were used to film Sholay?
Answer at the end.
Recipe of the Week: Mandakki Oggarane
That giant packet of puffed rice has breakfast potential.
A North Karnataka favourite, mandakki oggarane is often served with mirchi bajji. It suits a slow morning with sudden hunger: no overnight soaking or batter negotiations.
Weekend Picks
A Star-studded weekend
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Aditya Roy Kapur at Sunburn Union - 10 Oct, 7 pm | Koramangala
An actor-led club evening for the Aashiqui 2 crowd.Vipul Goyal Live - 10 Oct, 6:30 pm | Phoenix Mall of Asia Fan Park, Byatarayanapura
The Humorously Yours comedian performs live.Malaika Arora at Sugar Factory Reloaded - 10 Oct, 8 pm | Koramangala
Celebrity appearance and nightlife.Urooj Ashfaq: It’s Funny to Me - 11 Oct, 5 pm | MLR Cultural Centre, Whitefield
The show’s final outing.Sumaira Shaikh and Daahab Chishti - 11 Oct, 6 pm | Underground Comedy Club, Koramangala
Life and questionable decisions become a comedy double bill.
Art and Creatives
The Weaving Room - 11 Oct, noon–2:30 pm | Pinball, Koramangala
Make a wall tapestry; beginners welcome, materials included. Booking open.Long Story Short - 11 Oct, 4–5 pm | Angala, Cox Town
Five original Tahatto plays about everyday life.
Sports & Fitness
Garba and Dandiya Workshop - 10 Oct, 7–9 pm | New York Dance Classes, Munivenkatppa Layout
Beginner-friendly steps before the festive outings. Booking listed from ₹999.Lalbagh Morning Walk - 10 or 11 Oct, suggested 7–8 am | Lalbagh, Mavalli
A self-guided stroll at your pace. Tourism lists free morning walking entry from 6–9 am.
The Weekend’s Big Update
Pink Line gets closer
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The elevated Pink Line section has completed its statutory safety inspection, conducted from 6–8 October. The 7.5-km stretch connects Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere through six stations, including Hulimavu, IIM Bengaluru, JP Nagar 4th Phase and Jayadeva Hospital.
For Bannerghatta Road commuters, another public transport option is moving closer. The planned interchange at Jayadeva will connect the Pink and Yellow lines, potentially reducing road transfers across southern Bengaluru.
But completing the inspection is a step towards authorisation. The passenger-service start date remains unconfirmed, so keep your existing commute plan for now.
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Would you like some dosa with your ghee?
Your Turn, Bengaluru
You wake up early on a Sunday. What now?
See you in the next kaapi. Same city, slightly better plans.
Trivia answer: Ramanagara. Its rocky hills became the backdrop for Gabbar’s lair.