India, Oct. 6 -- The food scene in the NCR is heating up, with a host of new eateries making their mark, each worth a visit. This month, I sampled a few, and here are my impressions.

Litchi Bistro

Nestled in the culinary hub of Malviya Nagar, Litchi Bistro offers a creative world cuisine menu alongside freshly brewed coffee from their in-house roastery. The spacious open patio outshines the indoor seating, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Two dishes I highly recommend are the Spicy Tuna Taco, served on a crisp Nori sheet with a kick from sriracha mayo and the Korean Bacon, a miso-marinated pork belly. The latter is so exceptional that I would return just for this dish.

Avartana at ITC Maurya

This is easily the most intriguing restaurant...