Live Abroad in Bangalore!
“My story is a cautionary story of what ‘not to do’ when moving to India.” – PaulaNearly two years ago, post a romantic split, Paula Simpson found herself ready to leave Christchurch, New Zealand.
She was looking for an ‘out’.
As luck, and our loving big brother Facebook Zuck would have it, she scrolled. And true to its magic eight ball sorcery, Facebook provided a possibility in the form of a friend’s status update.
The out? Working at a new startup in Bangalore, India.
Paula messaged to inquire if there were a position she could fill. As sorcery luck would have it, there was.
Six weeks later, Paula had given most of her possessions away, pack a few bags and hopped a flight!
Soon after arrival, she began working in her new position as an Operations Manager for the new software company.
But wait.
You know, life has a way of throwing curve balls. It was only a couple months later that Paula found herself unemployed AND homeless!
So be sure to listen and even have a laugh, as we talk about how she has managed maintain her legal status to remain in the city she now calls home.
Only visiting? Get insider suggestions below on who, what and where from this local’s perspective.
Note: Spontaneous moves are neither silly, irresponsible nor a disaster waiting to happen. You may very well find yourself in a place that is your soul’s home.
Contents
Mentions:
- Hear how Paula used her role to acquire her visa.
- Why 2017 was the year she became a writer.
- Get local spots for great eats and dessert.
- And hear suggestions for women visiting Bangalore.
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Eats and Drinks in Bangalore
Paula takes around Bangalore to a few places you may have a nice meal or a scoop ice cream when visiting.
Un café s’il vous plait
For a great breakfast and coffee:
- Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR) – Established in 1924, MTR is one of Bangalore’s oldest and most wel known restaurants serving vegetarian food. Paul suggests having the Masala Dosa and a sweet, yet strong shot of South Indian filter coffee at this eatery.
Casual Dining
Bangalore being an international city, Paula shares a few favorite places.
- Indian cuisine – Try the rich and creamy butter chicken at Oye! Amritsar. This rooftop restaurant is good place for some great all you can eat Punjabi food from North India. The environment is child friendly. You can also stop in for late night bites.
- Vietnamese cuisine – Hanoi From the Bahn Mi to Cua Ran Me (Tamarind Crab) the food looks amazing!
They have recently announced breakfast and a set menu service. Live music every Friday and Saturday.
Reservations are encouraged.
Finer Dining
- Chinese cuisine – Hunan serves contemporary Chinese regional dishes from Sichuan to Cantonese. When reading reviews, it’s stated this place has upgraded “from an easy-on-the wallet” restaurant to a “serious gastronomic destination”.
A Sweet Treat
- Paula says she could have eat every flavor served at The Art of Delight ice cream shop. If you stop in, report back with your favorite flavor!
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