Rohan A Khaunte and Flavel Monteiro launch SAVOR GOA: The Best Restaurants culinary coffee table book

Rohan A Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, Goa along with award-winning author Flavel Monteiro launched SAVOR GOA: The Best Restaurants, a comprehensive culinary coffee table book, at a special event held at the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) Goa. The launch took place in the presence of Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, Director of Tourism, Jack Sukhija, President, TTAG, and Dona D’Souza, Principal, IHM Goa.

The book SAVOR GOA: The Best Restaurants is an exploration of Goa’s diverse culinary landscape, offering both residents and visitors an immersive experience of the state’s rich food culture. Featuring 46 of Goa’s finest restaurants and over 16 authentic Goan recipes, the 190-page book is a tribute to the fusion of traditional and contemporary cuisines that define Goa. The publication is available both in print and as an eBook, with the online version enhanced by videos that take readers deeper into Goa’s culinary world.

Khaunte, stated, "It is a pleasure to celebrate Goa's culinary excellence on the occasion of World Tourism Day. This day underscores our focus on Regenerative Tourism, with initiatives such as ‘Goa Beyond Beaches,’ eco-tourism, adventure, and wellness tourism. Goa is rapidly becoming the food capital of India, with each village offering its unique take on traditional dishes. Through collaborations and by nurturing talent, we aim to shape the future of Goan cuisine and ensure our tourism ecosystem flourishes. This book pays homage to the rich culinary heritage that has made Goan cuisine globally admired, while also paving the way for its future.”

Anchipaka, added "This initiative celebrates Goa's culinary diversity, further reinforcing our efforts to position Goa as a top global culinary destination. It is wonderful to see our heritage and innovation so beautifully captured in this book."

Monteiro, remarked, gave a brief about his book, stating, "This book delves deep into Goa’s culinary soul, from the finest restaurants to cherished family recipes. Goa's cuisine, a blend of coastal freshness and inland richness, tells a story of centuries of history and culinary passion. ‘SAVOR GOA’ is a tribute to that heritage and innovation, where food is not just sustenance but a celebration of life and culture."