Mahalaya, though essentially about the goddess, wasn't religious for us. And it isn't for most Bengalis. Mahalaya is an emotion. It's gooseflesh for a memory. A welling up of happy tears. A celebration of what is to come.
Treat your girl to breakfast in bed on Women's Day.
The perfect roast chicken for a gourmet weekend.
This recipe makes for a good appetiser or tea-time snack.
An Indian cuisine classic, this recipe uses everyday ingredients.
A staple in Bengali households, Maachher Kaalia is a rich fish curry made with sweet-water fish.
A glass of well-made gazpacho is more refreshing than a Bloody Mary or a lassi.
You would be surprised how wonderful homemade Pav Bhaji tastes and you can monitor the salt and butter.
Pani Puri, Samosas, Vadas, sandwiches may seem very tempting in the monsoon, but it is better to avoid them for your health, suggests Gayatri Trakru.
Are you a fan of Mexican food? Then this recipe is meant for you.
A simple recipe for Bengali-style began bharta.
A rich and mouth-watering palak kofta recipe from Chef Hari Ballabh Singh of Tradition Saffron, Ozen Reserve Bolifushi's Indian hotel in the Maldives.
Raw Jackfruit Curry, also called Ahuna Kathal, is a specialty in Champaran, Bihar.
Two South Indian recipes to be served with rice.
'Due to rural stress, volumes continue to remain an issue for the industry, and we are yet to see any revival in demand.'
This mutton curry will win hearts at the dinner table.
Aditi Singh shares her quick and simple recipe.
This recipe deserves a spot on your breakfast menu.
Celebrate Independence Day with tricolour delicacies.
It is comfort food that's perfect for wet, cosy day indoors.
If you like chicken puff pastry, then you'll absolutely love this recipe.
A healthy meal for either breakfast or lunch or sometime in between.
Jerson Fernandes, executive chef of Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort shares his special recipe.
Sarah Todd's bhel puri was a treat for the MasterChef judges's taste buds.
These recipes are simple and inspired with Thai flavours.
The finance ministry has cautioned that global and regional uncertainties and domestic disruptions may keep inflationary pressures elevated in the coming months, warranting "greater vigilance" by the government and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). "Russia's decision to terminate the Black Sea grain deal, along with dry conditions in major wheat-growing areas, caused a price spike in cereals. Domestic factors like white fly disease and an uneven distribution of monsoon exerted pressure on vegetable prices in India," the ministry said in its latest Monthly Economic Report for July, released on Tuesday. However, the report maintained, the recent price surge in certain food items "is expected to be transitory". "Tomato prices are likely to decline with the arrival of fresh stocks by the end of August or early September.
Featuring mushrooms, onions, capsicum and tomatoes, this curry is a powerhouse of flavour.
Wonderful and comforting, this savoury cake can be the highlight of your weekend.
These recipes are full of nutrition and can be made in less than 30 minutes.
Cubes of cottage cheese dunked in a thick gravy of tomatoes, onion, walnuts and Indian masala.
Bored of traditional sweets? Charm your guests with a fusion recipe this Diwali.
A perfect house party snack for better times, this delicious starter is an ideal Iftar special.
Avinash Kumar, Executive Chef of Novotel Imagica Khopoli shares his tricolour recipes.
Celebrate Lohri with traditional Punjabi recipes.
An exotic salad to cheer up your day.
A traditional recipe from Gujarat, this savoury cake makes a great breakfast or an addition to a light dinner.
Add a dash of flavour to your Holi celebrations with a special laal maas recipe.
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