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India’s thali culture: platters for plates
July 31, 2018
As one travels across India, myriad food cultures with varied flavours, textures, and serving traditions can be experienced. While the locals can enjoy these savouries and sweets as part of their daily meals, for a visitor, a thali or a platter can be an ideal option to try the d...
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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.
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The goodness of the Rhododendron arboreum
June 5, 2017
The flower of the Rhododendron arboreum tree has more to it than aesthetics. Its used in the making of fresh juices and dishes which are relished by people who reside in the lap of the Himalayas.
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Traditional dishes from Himachal Pradesh
May 3, 2017
Cuisine from Himachal is a play of many a flavours and textures. Preparations of fresh veggies and raw spices played around with yogurts and tamarinds, Himachali cuisine is an irresistible delectation. With generous quantities of ‘ghee’ added to age-old recipes, the food and ...
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Five traditional sweets from Goa
April 12, 2017
With coconut milk or shavings adding to the sublimity of most savouries and jaggery sweetening the confections instead of sugar, the preparation style of sweet dishes in Goa is unique. The added cardamom in most recipes makes for a flavourful kick on the palate. While enjoyed on ...
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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.
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Five quirky Indian brands to shop from
February 22, 2017
With their vibrant and zany designs, these Indian brands are making decor and apparel quirky and fun while adding new and edgy definitions to casual styles. This is Indian fashion traversing new and bold roads.
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What’s trending at fashion shows in India?
February 6, 2017
Lately, Indian fashion designers have been making their models do the catwalk without wearing any shoes. This bare act has been catching eyeballs and making unique fashion statements in a world that has a party of shoe addicts.
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Amazon India adds luxury brands to the list of offerings
December 29, 2016
E-commerce platforms in India are on a fashion spree, adding premium brands, exclusive products on e-shelves and hiring stylists to curate fashion trends. But who is topping the charts?
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