Gluttony knows no bounds with Swapna Venkatesh's gorgeous food clicks and recommendations. Add to that a gorgeous dimpled smile, an unconcealed passion for life and a sharp wit and Swapna pretty much sweeps the floor from under your feet.
This week’s Wonder Woople proudly says she has an opinionated mind and a trash talking mouth. The author of the blog The FoodPorn Diaries, Swapna is inspired by her gargantuan collection of cookbooks (yes, she also cooks!) which she claims make for amazing bedtime reads.
She is a click-happy-lover of all things food. When not marketing boring IT infrastructure projects, Swapna is happy to be cooking up a storm in her kitchen. But more often than not - you’ll find her dining out! Which brings us to her real gig - the quest for Lustworthy Food.
Her favourite prayer? 'Food glorious food' ;) Hell, when put this way, who can stay away from a girl with an appetite?
One on one with Swapna Venkatesh…
What are the craziest things you have ever had?
Caramelized Baby Octopus Popcorn!
If you could splurge on one thing, what would it be?
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Which song is on loop on your iPod right now?
Don’t care for an iPod. Besides I like surprises - so the randomness of the radio works just fine.
Your favourite food destinations?
Goa, Barcelona, New York, Mumbai, Calcutta and dear Bangalore.
Given a choice, would you pick fine dining or a street food walk?
The choice is more between who’s going to knock my socks off!
If you could have a superpower, what would it be and why?
Teleportation. Taking a flight to satisfy a midnight snack craving seems very tedious.
If we took a peek in to your refrigerator, what would we find?
Everything to create a perfect meal in a jiffy.(That includes Bacon!). A well stocked fridge is my greatest pride.
Beer or …?
A Martini, the dirtier the better :P
Favourite cuisine?
Awww… that’s like making me pick between a bunch of cute puppies. Not possible.
What is your go to snack for late night munchies?
Salty crisps or anything deep fried.
If you could dine with someone special one evening who would it be and why?
Nigella - I have a girl crush on her. Or Anthony Bourdain, he’s definitely more of a trash talker than I am!
Your go to cocktail would be….?
A Margarita - gets the party started all the time!
What are your guilty pleasures?
Bengali sweets. Those rasmalais had my heart at first bite.
What would you love to find in your Christmas stocking?
A Grecian Villa by the ocean (This is hypothetical right? :P)
What are the foodies spots you frequent most?
In Bangalore - Toscano, Karavalli, Oh Calcutta, Phobidden Fruit, Monkey Bar. And I order in from Richies… all the time!
Pizza Genovese at Mezzaluna, BEL Circle, Bangalore
Pizza with pesto Sauce? Why not? The wood fired pizza tastes amazing with the smoked chicken topping. They have a wheat base as well.
Blackberry Muffins from Cafe Of Joy, Whitefield Man Road, Bangalore
Blackberry Muffins? Definitely something to sink your teeth into!
Lamb Chops with Red Pepper and Cous Cous Salad from Bengaluru Mariott Hotel, Whitefield, Bangalore
Most succulent and perfectly cooked lamb chops with a middle eastern spice rub. Just see the caramelization on the meat! Served with a fresh cous cous salad to seal the deal.
Bloody Mary from Bengaluru Mariott Hotel, Whitefield, Bangalore
Now drinking a Bloody Mary in a beaker might not be all that cool… but adding the tabasco and Worcestershire sauce with ink droppers sure is!
Strawberry Ice Cream with Chunks of Real Berry from Movenpick, BEL Circle, Bangalore
Creamy, delicious and tart with chunky real fruit.
Raspberry Mascarpone Pie from A Spoonful Of Sugar, Indiranagar, Bangalore
To die for!
ChinaTown Spare Ribs from Hunan, Jyothi Nivas College Road, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bangalore
Great Pork Ribs! :)
Masala Chai from Coffee On Canvas, Koramangala, Bangalore
A steaming hot cup of Masala Chai on a rainy day…bliss :)
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