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"A Pedlar Street cafe and gallery where visitors can shop for authentic beeralu lace made on a traditional bobbin device; the production setup is visible at the counter, connecting shoppers directly with a centuries-old craft tradition." - Prasad Ramamurthy Prasad Ramamurthy Prasad Ramamurthy is a former Condé Nast Traveller, India editor with over two decades of reporting experience. He enjoys telling stories about hospitality, food and drink, history, and culture. Having designed a craft-based clothing label, he's uniquely positioned to report on art, design, and the retail experience.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines