The first thought which pops in your head when anyone mentions Hyderabad is biryani of course. Hyderbadis take their biryani seriously and can judge places just by this one dish alone.

Almost every nook and corner of Hyderabad has one dosa and idli bandi. They make for great snacks and a healthy breakfast too. But let’s do away with the healthy bit when visiting Govind’s Dosa.

A visit to Old City is incomplete without having a Irani chai at Nimrah Café. The Café over the years has seen the quintessential shots of people posing with their cup with the towering Charminar in the background.

With the discussion on the Irani chai, it’s worthy companion, the Osmania Biscuit. Hyderabad has a rich history of baked good. More than 13+ varieties of biscuits available with the Osmania being the most famous of the lot.

Another Old City favourite is the biryani at Hotel Shadab. The biryani has remained consistent over the years and their mutton one is the best to sit down with friends and pig out on.

The name Bawarchi is ubiquitous in the city. Multiple restaurants have mushroomed all over the city using this name with either a prefix or postfix but the taste can’t match up to the original restaurant.

Nayaab in Ghansi Bazaar is one of the oldest and consistent Irani cafes when it comes to food. They were the first ones to serve Haleem commercially in the city eons ago.

Most Hyderabadi food except for the biryani and haleem has yet to achieve commercial status. The dishes are still restricted to the homes or marriages. It’s packed with flavour and is served as starter in most Hyderabadi weddings.

What started out as an influence of Arabic cuisine in Hyderabad has now populated all across the city. Once upon a time, Mandi was confined to the area of Barkas where the barracks were present.

Hyderabad as a city has had an amalgamation of cuisines while also maintaining it’s own distinct culture. One of the must dos in the city is to dine in the many Andhra messes dotting the city.

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, spa and wellness centre and fitness centre, Trident, Hyderabad is close to Raheja Mindspace IT Park. It has a well-equipped business centre and meeting space.

Featuring a fitness centre, bar and views of lake, ITC Kohenur, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hyderabad is situated in Hyderabad, 7 km from ISB. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also welcomes guests with restaurants and an outdoor pool.

Hyatt Place Hyderabad Banjara Hills features a restaurant, outdoor pool, fitness centre, a bar and shared lounge in Hyderabad. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

The modern air-conditioned rooms at Vivanta Hyderabad, Begumpet are equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar and personal safe. Rooms enjoy views of the pool or city.

Set in Gachibowli, Le Méridien Hyderabad offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. Three versatile meeting rooms comprise 12,300 square feet of space while creative catering and AV equipment meet your needs as a modern traveller.

Park Hyatt Hyderabad is one of the most luxurious 5 star hotels in Hyderabad. With opulent architecture and unparalleled service, it’s not a stay but a journey that unfolds into rare and intimate experiences. Enjoy stunning art in the hotel, sumptuous suites, a lavish spa, gourmet restaurants, and more.