A Nostalgic Return to Not Just Paranthas
NJP Times. The bold text on the menu was the first thing I noticed when I walked through the doors, and in an instant, it brought back a flood of memories. My first encounter with Not Just Paranthas, or NJP as it’s affectionately known, was back in 2017. It wasn’t just another North Indian restaurant—it was a cornerstone of my food-loving years in Gurugram, the city I called home for most of my life until I moved to Singapore in 2024. During my high school days and early undergraduate years, NJP was more than a restaurant. It was a gathering spot, a comfort zone, and a place that represented the warmth of home-cooked meals served with a twist of creativity. Its buttery paranthas stuffed with every imaginable filling, paired with flavorful curries and refreshing lassis, made it a go-to destination for family dinners, catch-ups with friends, and celebrations. For years, it was the place I would take anyone visiting me in Gurugram—a must-visit, a sure bet. And then, it was gone. The closure felt sudden, almost inexplicable. Was it the aftermath of Covid? A management shift? No one seemed to have a clear answer. All I knew was that one of my favorite dining spots had disappeared, leaving a void I hadn’t quite filled.
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