Taruna Deepak's lovely fusion cake is for NYE and other special occasions.
An interesting non-vegetarian version of the beasan kadhi.
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The US is currently Earth's most powerful country and a certain latitude of understanding -- a world view -- is popularly expected from its leadership. From a country identified with freedom, constitution, debate, democracy and the likes of Abraham Lincoln even as it had the most powerful military around, the US, following Trump's actions, seemed repositioned as militarily powerful with other qualities secondary, observes Shyam G Menon.
'Nobody really talks about the middle of relationships or the mundane parts... (When the end comes) we think, "Wow, this is the worst time of my life. This is horrible. It's never been worse". But actually, I feel the endings are what makes us who we are.'
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Nobel laureate economist Abhijit Banerjee has said the current situation in Bangladesh is unlikely to trigger a fresh round of exodus of minority Hindus into India. He believes that migration is primarily driven by social networks and economic opportunities rather than persecution. Banerjee, known for his work in poverty alleviation, further emphasized that India's overt preference for Hindu migrants from Bangladesh in the past has been a significant factor in their migration, rather than attacks on the community.
This crispy, flaky, deep-fried Indian bread is stuffed with green peas.
Fusion dessert fans, have a look at this fancy recipe!
Bookmark this recipe to add to your Christmas menu. When you bite into the chops Jenny D'Souza promises you will experience 'heaven on earth'.
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Who knew Egg + Coffee would make such a stunning pairing!
Reader Aditi Bahl shares her favourite Holi recipe. You can share yours too!
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.
A tantalising mix of Bedgi chillies, coriander and tamarind, make the MasterChef winner's dish taste so heavenly.
'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'
'Our recipes come from our real-life experiences and have a story behind them.'
Reshma Aslam tells us how to prepare an ideal Indian breakfast.
'There was a certain difference that separated him from the rest. That's why his life is so celebrated, his loss is felt globally.'
A Mangalorean dish, Prawns Sukka can be had as a starter or served with Neer Dosa and chapatti for main course.
An encyclopedia to the best Durga Pujo eating.
Have you tasted Besan ke ladoo cookies?
The genesis of India's most-loved dish may go to canny cooks in the Mughal era, notes Sandeep Goyal.
Explore ingredients that you may have never thought to use or need to use better.
The best summer foods of India
International Tea Day is a good occasion to brew a special pot of chai.
'My God, we could win half the world over just by our food alone.'
'So South Indian, it would be idli with... a really good sambar, and then north Indian -- probably any kind of tikka.' Hmm. You can take a girl out her mom's country, but you can't take the country out of the girl!'
Enjoy these sumptuous traditional delicacies, courtesy chef Ranveer Brar.
With the spate of businesses turning their attention to Ayodhya, land rates have shot up, in some pockets by as much as 10 times. Whether one walks into a hotel lobby or sits down for a meal, land deals are being discussed at every other table -- one on one or among groups.
Padma Lakshmi cooked Tamarind Rice. What would be your choice?
Divya Nair lists 2023's Malayalam movies that can be enjoyed by all ages.
Mini Ribeiro gets top chefs to share the best chutney recipes.
No lives were lost after cyclone Biparjoy made landfall. Preparations for Biparjoy were not only extensive, they were also telecast far and wide. Ahead of the cyclone's landfall, Shyam G Menon observes there was considerable publicity on how much the government was geared up to face the storm and its aftermath.
'Kalnirnay is like a bible for any family.'
Miss World 2024 will be crowned in India soon. Long before Aishwarya Rai and Priyanka Chopra, Yukta Mukhey and Diana Hayden, a beautiful woman from Bombay was crowned Miss World. In 1966. Reita Faria was India's first Miss World. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/ Rediff.com met the 80 year old in Dublin recently, still as elegant, still as attractive as she was all those years ago.
'The girl who helps me at home has had a tough life, yet her perspective of life is so much more positive than mine despite the hardships she's endured.'
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