Whether it's adding richness to festive desserts or lending silkiness to everyday meals, malai brings an unmistakable depth of flavour to a dish, lifting it into the realm of the scrumptious.
The lip-smacking dessert isn't very difficult to make says Rediff reader Swayampurna Mishra.
Kolkata-based chef Shaun Kenworthy tells us how to put together an irresistible creamy dessert.
Ajit Pal Singh tells us how and why he fell in love with Gujarati food.
Sunita Roy Chowdhury lets you know how you can stay healthy this festive season.
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