Gary Mehigan visited the Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru, a city pulsating with vibrant culture and delectable cuisine, recently played host to none other than Masterchef Australia’s esteemed judge, Gary Mehigan. In a delightful exploration of the city’s culinary wonders, Mehigan, along with fellow Masterchef judges Matt Preston and George Calombaris, embarked on a memorable autorickshaw ride through the bustling streets of Bengaluru. This culinary adventure culminated in a breakfast rendezvous at the iconic Rameshwaram Cafe, setting the stage for a gastronomic journey like no other.
An Autorickshaw Sojourn through Bengaluru’s Heart
In a social media spectacle that captured the essence of Bengaluru’s lively streets, Gary Mehigan shared a candid video of his autorickshaw escapade. Accompanied by the caption “Bengaluru commute,” Mehigan’s Instagram Stories showcased the trio of judges navigating the city with infectious enthusiasm. The Silicon Valley of India welcomed them warmly, laying the foundation for an epicurean experience that awaited.
Breakfast Delights at Rameshwaram Cafe
The following day witnessed Mehigan’s culinary exploration reach its zenith as he graced the renowned Rameshwaram Cafe for a sumptuous breakfast. The menu, a symphony of South-Indian delicacies, featured ragi dosa, ghee roast dosa, ghee podi idli, and kesari baath. A visual feast unfolded on Mehigan’s Instagram as he indulged in these gastronomic delights, concluding the meal on a high note with a steaming cup of filter coffee.
His caption reflected the satisfaction derived from the flavorsome encounter: “Well, that was a ‘proper’ dosa. Love this place @therameshwaramcafe. We ate ragi dosa, ghee roast dosa, medu vada, ghee idli podi, kesari baath, and some seriously great filter coffee! I’ll be back.”
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Culinary Extravaganza: A Pop-Up Dinner in Bengaluru
The raison d’être for Mehigan’s visit was an extravagant pop-up dinner event orchestrated by Conosh, a community of gastronomes that seamlessly blends online culinary classes, home-cooked meal deliveries, and immersive pop-up experiences. This culinary convergence promised an evening of unparalleled flavors, showcasing Mehigan’s culinary prowess to Bengaluru’s discerning food enthusiasts.
A Warm Welcome in the Silicon Valley
Beyond the culinary escapades, Bengaluru’s warm embrace did not go unnoticed. Mehigan’s rendezvous with the ‘Silicon Valley of India’ extended beyond the autorickshaw escapade and breakfast at Rameshwaram Cafe. A lavish dinner at Lupa added another dimension to Mehigan’s gastronomic journey, solidifying Bengaluru’s status as a haven for food aficionados.
In conclusion, Gary Mehigan’s sojourn in Bengaluru transcended the realm of a mere pop-up dinner. It became a testament to the city’s culinary diversity, a celebration of flavors that resonated through autorickshaw rides, iconic cafes, and extravagant dinners. As Mehigan bids adieu to Bengaluru, the echoes of his culinary escapade linger, inviting others to explore the gastronomic tapestry woven by the ‘Masterchef Australia’ judge in the heart of this vibrant city.