Recipes that we learned from our Mothers are almost sacred for us, especially when we no longer have them with us anymore. Here are 14 wonderful Mummy recipes Our Mummies often don't write their recipes down but every time our Ammas make a particular dish, it's more spectacular than the last time they made it! Without doubt, right? We were fortunate to get a few of our Ammis to jot down how she made a certain oh-so-yummy preparation
Diwali celebrations in Maharashtra would be incomplete without the making of the killa, a playful ritual rooted in tradition and creativity, where children and adults come together to craft miniature forts made using mud, sand and clay.
Urmelesh Swami from Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh and Pankaj Singh from the UAE have made lovely Diwali memories.
This festive season, Indian homes are mixing global luxury with personal touches using heirloom fabrics, handmade decor, and nostalgic menus to create celebrations that feel both grand and intimate.
Jaggery and wheat come together to make the fastest and most perfect Diwali sweet.
Jayanti Soni and her family return each year to Bhinmal, when they can, to celebrate Diwali in her family home.
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Sweet or savoury, send us a recipe that's sure to lift people's spirits this Diwali.
Shobhaa De recalls the splendid glowing Diwalis of her childhood.
Deepa Mehrotra's Diwalis in her hometown of Sitapur were full of rang.
Rediff reader Charu shares these quick and easy snacks recipes to enjoy this Diwali!
Dhanatrayodashi is called Dhanteras and its twinkling lights set the mood of India's greatest and most popular festival -- Diwali, the festival of lights.
Can you refuse a plate of this diamond-shaped crunchy snack?
Do you like besan ka laddoo or crispy gujiyas and chaklis?
Mini Mohan shares a Christmas recipe for cake lovers.
Rediff reader and food blogger Srividhya Ravikumar shares a scrumptious Kasi Halwa recipe. You can share yours too!
Useful tips from fitness expert Meenakshi Mohanty to ensure that you keep your health a priority during this time of decadent meals and excessive drinks.
Sonal Gupta shares with us this spicy, yet healthy, recipe for this Diwali
Kaju Katli, Chum Chum, Puran Poli -- stars share their favourite Diwali recipes.
Mother's Day reminded me of how my mom learned to cook Indian food.
'When I was rejected last year, I told myself I won't give up.'
Have you tasted Besan ke ladoo cookies?
A peanut stuffed snack invented for winter evenings with garam chai.
Rava Ladoo, Besan Ladoo, Paneer Kheer and more. You can share yours too!
Discover a hidden gem in Mumbai where you'll find the city's best brownies.
Indrani Roy shares 4 traditional Bengali preparations for the festive season. You can share yours too!
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