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Ever tried the Indian halwa?

June 20, 2019

A traditional sweet-dish with varied recipes in different parts of India, halwa is simple and delectable. While its conventional versions are made using wheat or semolina, some unusual variants use fruits and vegetables for the preparation.

The good old golgappas, and the new ones

May 24, 2019

From street-side stalls to restaurant tables, this snack has not just made its way to professional menus but has also caught the fancy of modern chefs, who are playing with it and making their gourmand guests happy.

Here is what to eat at these five food destinations in Asia

August 10, 2018

Indians are now travelling for food trips having made food tourism the fad of the travel industry. If you are planning one such trip, here are some destinations closer home, worth exploring for food.

Drawing parallels between Indian and French food cultures

June 15, 2018

Indian and French cuisines are not comparable, they are two very distinct cuisines with their own take on food, yet the one thing that ties the two nations together is their love for all things gastronomical. Here is an attempt to create a parallel between the cuisines of the two...

Flowers on the menu

January 17, 2018

While these flowers are known for their aesthetics and fragrances, they are also valued for their health benefits and savoury goodness. Cooked, fried, preserved, they are relished in various ways across the country.

The goodness of collard greens

August 25, 2017

A popular local delicacy in Kashmir, the Indian state where it is commonly grown, haak is a much relished staple.

Five Indian food chains abroad

March 29, 2017

Indian food chains are now expanding their markets to international venues. Catering to an overseas clientele, these restaurants are preparing traditional Indian dishes in lands far from India and its culture, and giving the world a taste of authentic Indian cuisines.

Paan: A traditional Indian mouth freshener

March 15, 2017

Consumption of paan after meals is a traditional habit in India that is still followed in many cultures. Credit to its refreshing and medicinal properties, it never went out of fashion. But, the fads that have followed it are exotic, creative and even adventurous.

Try these five culinary specialties in India

December 12, 2016

The diverse nation that India is, it has different colours and flavours unfurled across its length and breadth. At every border, begins a new story revolving around the elements of history, culture and food. Be a part of this food-story; travel along the Western front of India fr...