This Valentine's Day, put together a 10/10 meal with just the right liquor, be it a wine or a malt.
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.
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.
It took years and years to bump into a green banana and learn how to eat it.
These are the 10 best-rated curries in the world, according to TasteAtlas, a platform known for ranking traditional foods across the globe.
Peas makes any lunch, dinner or snack-time much more delicious.
Peas makes any lunch, dinner or snack-time much more delicious.
Divya Nair suggests five versatile ways to put your dosa batter to good use.
A celebration of Eid isn't over till the last morsel of that special, home-cooked Mutton Biryani has been had.
Halwa, a timeless Indian sweet that came to us from the Silk Route, is cherished for its richness.
A legendary Santa Cruz, Mumbai snack stall continues to win hearts with its hot, fresh Vada Pavs and bhajiyas. Here's a look at the story behind Balaji Vada Pav Corner and a step-by-step recipe for their crunchy Mung Dal Bhajiyas.
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
Sunita Harisinghani tranforms traditional carrot halwa into bite-sized Gajjar Halwa Laddoos that will make your sweet tooth dizzy with excitement.
We'd love to know about your mother too. What makes her truly special? What's that one memory that captures her spirit, her strength or even her quirks? Write in to us at getahead@rediff.co.in (Subject: Mother's Day) and share your story. Do mention your full name, your mother's full name and where you are from. Don't forget to share photographs -- your mother's, you with your mother...
Christian communities across different states of India have unique family recipes for home-cooked meals to celebrate Christmas,
Try this elegant adaptation of a traditional creamy Italian pasta.
Election times in India are also Laddoo Times. Politics and laddoos have always gone together and laddoos really come into their own post chunavs.
Veteran sports administrator and India's first Asian Games shooting gold medallist Randhir Singh was cremated in Haridwar. Singh died at his New Delhi residence after battling age-related ailments. He was 79.
Why can't tikkis be made with millets and makhana?
India's favourite teatime indulgence, the samosa, comes with many kinds of stuffings.
Try a delightful meat-free version of this well-loved Parsi dish, that gets its dhamaka from a pungent spice paste.
Mayur Sanap discovers a memorable chicken preparation in the Philippines.
Asha Bhosle, the legendary playback singer, had a lifelong passion for cooking, which she considered a stress reliever and a way to connect with loved ones.
A rustic spin on your favourite Palak Paneer.
World leaders often have simple tastes when it comes to food.
On the eve of Saraswati Puja, devotees traditionally prepare a yellow-coloured prasad for the Goddess of Knowledge. The offering can vary from Kolkata's Bhoger Khichuri to Motichoor Ladoos -- each region having their own sacred bhog, but always something yellow, the goddess' fave rang.
Former Australia captain Aaron Finch shares his views on fast-tracking young talent into the Indian cricket team, analyses Arshdeep Singh's bowling, and discusses IPL team strategies.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana do a different kind of rice-jaggery-coconut sweet for Ganesh Puja -- steamed balls that taste just as delightful.
When Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in full flow, everything else fades into the background. He has made a habit of taking on the best bowlers in the world and making them look ordinary.
Celebrity chef Saransh Goila tells you how to treat your sweetheart.
An introduction to the mellow flavours of Mizo cuisine.
A silky, creamy dessert made from milk and cream that melts in the mouth.
rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a practising paediatrician with over 25 years of experience recommends simple lifestyle changes to improve your child's immunity, sleep and appetite.
Rediff reader Ria Ganwani sent us this recipe of Swiss Chocolate Rolls.
Get ready to fall in love with beetroot! Here are 5 yummy recipes...
Makhana or fox nuts/lotus seeds are another one of those wonderfoods -- said to contain plenty of antioxidants and micronutrients -- that needs a spot in your daily diet. Presenting 10 lovely makhana recipes.
This special biryani from north Kerala is known far and wide for its distinctive taste that comes from the use of a distinctive rice.
Chocolate recipes for Valentine's Day that will bring love at first bite!
Bengali food... Who doesn't love it? Especially if you're a fish lover or hard-core non-vegetarian. Machh, mangsho, shorshe... If you've ever said "Machh-mangsho na thakle bhalo lage na!" then this roundup of Bong recipes, that will make feel like you're in a Kolkata kitchen, is for you. Ebar pet pujo hok!
These irresistible cookie creations are for gifting, sharing... or keeping all to yourself!
