Comments on Traveller's Tales: The Leela Palace

@backpakker: I used to love the city when it was b...

2008-03-30T07:57:00.000+05:30

@backpakker: I used to love the city when it was better known for its gardens than it's crowded streets. :-)

If you’re going to Fiordland, you’ve got to catch ...

2008-03-27T18:44:00.000+05:30

If you’re going to Fiordland, you’ve got to catch an aerial view of the place. You can either take a float plane or helicopter. Also, don’t forget to take a walk on the Milford or Kepler tracks and stay at the huts overnight. It’s unforgettable. http://100percentpure.wordpress.com/

well, im neither a great fan of the city or the ho...

2008-03-26T23:48:00.000+05:30

well, im neither a great fan of the city or the hotel, but I do go there sometimes to shop

If you’re in NZ, you’ve got to go fishing in Ruape...

2008-03-26T15:10:00.000+05:30

If you’re in NZ, you’ve got to go fishing in Ruapehu. I’ve never seen such crystal clear waters in my entire life! Well, Ruapehu is one of the best places for trout fishing! http://100percentpure.wordpress.com/

@rennyba: Thank you! Wish you a very Happy Easter...

2008-03-21T18:01:00.000+05:30

@rennyba: Thank you! Wish you a very Happy Easter holiday too.

What interesting story and great pictures - it's a...

2008-03-21T07:12:00.000+05:30

What interesting story and great pictures - it's always great to read your post as you always learn something interesting from all over the world - keep up the good work!

Wishing you a great weekend and A Happy Easter Holiday :-)

Your Blog is very good for Travel

2008-03-18T17:38:00.000+05:30

Your Blog is very good for Travel

@indicaspecies: It used to be for me too, but a lo...

2008-03-17T22:17:00.000+05:30

@indicaspecies: It used to be for me too, but a long time ago. I hate the traffic now.

Bangalore is one of my favourite cities. It is pos...

2008-03-17T19:54:00.000+05:30

Bangalore is one of my favourite cities. It is posh in many ways and weather-wise pleasant through many months.

I've been to Leela Palace for beer and bowling quite a few times, and have enjoyed each time. Their 24=hours-open coffee shop is a treat for night owls. ;)

@charles: Welcome here and thank you for the detai...

2008-03-17T17:41:00.000+05:30

@charles: Welcome here and thank you for the detailed comment. I ate at the Jamavar and will have a post on that soon. Looks like I was wise in my choice! I only ventured into Citrus for breakfast and stayed with the local food items (idli, etc.) which were quite good. :-)

With all that opulence it's truly sad how utterly ...

2008-03-16T21:22:00.000+05:30

With all that opulence it's truly sad how utterly unremarkable the food is there. The "Japanese" restaurant Zen is the worst of the lot. The fish is not fresh, which is the sine qua non of sushi, and the selection is miniscule. The staff is ignorant of even the basics of japanese food or sushi - I tried to order ordinary sushi items, and was brought things that were wildly incorrect.

Once upon a time Citrus was actually a reasonable restaurant - before the talented staff left, and they stopped sourcing high quality ingredients. The steaks are tough, and the hamburgers overcooked.

The exclusive "French" restaurant up on the fourth floor is a travesty. A tiny kitchen, tinned camembert, and foie gras cooked till it's tough. What does it take to make foie gras tough? You cook it in a pan until all the fat has been reduced out, and serve the sad remainder.

Do not go to the Leela expecting to eat well.