Where to eat - and what to do - like a local in Goa

Sarah Todd, star of My Restaurant in India, shares her favourite haunts in her beloved Goa.

Anjuna market in Goa

Anjuna market is a Goa highlight. Source: Flickr / Stephen Barber

1. Start with lunch at Palacio Do Deao. This is an old Portuguese mansion that blends Hindi and European architecture - it's quite a sight! The food is also a mix of Indian and Portuguese, and it's delicious. 

2. The sunsets in Goa are legendary, and I think the best place to enjoy them is at Vagator Beach. Here, you can overlook the Arabian Ocean at my new restaurant, Antares. Yes, I'm a little bit biased, but try the cocktails and tell me I'm wrong!
Antares Restaurant in My Restaurant in India
Antares offers beautiful beach views. Source: My Restaurant in India
3. Another amazing place for sunsets - and well, the whole day - is Arambol Beach. Join in a drum circle - they're held every night - and feel the spirit of the locals. It's pretty amazing!
Aramol Beach in Goa
Evening arrives at Aramol Beach in Goa. Source: Flickr / Christopher Porter
4. Go for a surf at Ashwem Beach. Vaayu Waterman's Village will set you up with everything you need for surfing, kayaking, kitesurfing and more

5. Explore the huge flea market at Anjuna. You could - and should! - spend hours walking through it, picking up everything from stunning, unique trinkets to jewellery to homewares. The market is held every Wednesday between October and April.
Spices for sale at Anjuna market in Goa
Spices for sale at Anjuna market in Goa. Source: Flickr / Dennis Yang
6. For dinner, enjoy some authentic Japanese food at Sakana, or go for traditional Italian at Ciao Bella. You won't be disappointed! 

Lead market image by Stephen Barber, Aramol beach image by Christopher Porter, Anjuna spices by Dennis Yang, all via Flickr. 

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