While we all have the basic essentials like raincoats and umbrellas ready, there are a few other things that can make navigating Mumbai's monsoons a little easier. Here’s your essential monsoon survival kit.

Tucked away on a quiet lane in Chembur, House of KO is a charming restaurant serving European, Asian, and Continental cuisine.

Known for its gourmet take on authentic Middle Eastern flavours, Bayroute in Mumbai promises not just a meal but an experience—and for the most part, it delivers.

My monsoon trip to Dapoli and the beautiful Konkan coast of India was worth every penny.