This Thursday, March 19 begins the Maharashtrian new year. Gudi Padwa is brought in with traditional rituals that revolve around a new kalash. There is rangoli too. And flowers. An a spectacular array of food.
Hanuman Janmotsav marks Lord Hanuman's birthday. Treat him to laddus, fruit and more.
Utilising banana leaves in cooking is a technique used for centuries across India and other parts of the world too
Karwar, a coastal town in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, is known for its many culinary traditions, reflecting the numerous communities that make this region their home.
It is easy to make, crunchy to eat and requires no cooking.
From coastal rasois to hill homes, festive dishes are usually special to a family and so are the grand meals that families gather for and sit down to eat either on Christmas Eve or on Christmas Day.
Maamouls are classic Middle Eastern cookies that have a festive appeal even before you take a bite.
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India has a tradition of stuffing its vegetables. Usually with a pungent masala and fresh ingredients, but sometimes even with mince meat. The stuffing of the sabzi turns simple vegetables into particulalry tasty delights.
Election times in India are also Laddoo Times. Politics and laddoos have always gone together and laddoos really come into their own post chunavs.
The unique East Indian community of Mumbai is one of the city's oldest Catholic communities. Their Christmas celebrations have a distinctive blend of Portuguese influence, Maharashtrian roots and age-old family traditions.
Christian communities across different states of India have unique family recipes for home-cooked meals to celebrate Christmas,
From festive breakfasts to iconic fish preparations, Parsi cuisine is a beautiful blend of sweet, sour and spicy traditions that have been passed down for generations. Explore the flavours, stories and culinary personalities behind each recipe which balances comfort, nostalgia and celebration in every bite
Step into the world of wholesome eating and try these delicious ragi recipes, where ancient grains meet modern flavours.
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.
Halwa, a timeless Indian sweet that came to us from the Silk Route, is cherished for its richness.
In which area of Indian life are women not running the show?
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.
Make a simple, delicious jaggery and suji halwa in your microwave.
This special biryani from north Kerala is known far and wide for its distinctive taste that comes from the use of a distinctive rice.
Jaggery and wheat come together to make the fastest and most perfect Diwali sweet.
Simple, easy laddoos to up the festive mood.
Traditionally made from peanuts, this candy also comes in different variants now.
A healthy recipe with coriander seeds and nuts.
We invited readers to share their festive recipes with us. Here is the next set of responses.
Bewitching fragrances and a symphony of sounds would herald the arrival of Chauthi in the Someshwar home.
A finger-licking dish of crabs and moringa leaves.
Abraham and Susan Chacko of London run a culinary website www.chackoskitchen.com -- here's some festive recipes from their new e-book 'Christmas With Susan'.
You can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location, details about your Lord Ganesha and what this festival means to you. We will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.
Time to bring out your chef's hat and whip up a Christmas delicacy that's no-fuss, no-sweat and utterly deicious.
Dig into soft Chef Saby's soft Dahi Vadas for Raksha Bandhan.
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An intriguing pulau that could be a great lunch fixture
Ladies from across the country share their household recipes that mark the Ganesha festival.
Kaju Katli, Chum Chum, Puran Poli -- stars share their favourite Diwali recipes.
Two wonderful recipes from Pratibha Karan's The Book Of Dals.
Every aspect of Navratri is associated with delectable dishes that are relished across the country during these divine nine days -- from lip-smacking savouries to wholesome sweets.
Rediff reader Charu shares these quick and easy snacks recipes to enjoy this Diwali!
Two unsual Indian desserts to brighten up your Holi celebration.
A mouth-watering treat for your Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.
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