This sweetened flatbread is made during festivals or as a weekend snack/breakfast.
With Gudi Padwa on March 25, Chef Irfan Sayyed shares the the recipe of the Indian sweet flatbread.
Executive Chef Amit Kocharekar at The Resort, Mumbai shares his recipe.
On Ganesh Chaturthi, welcome the elephant god with this traditional, easy-to-make recipe.
Bappa loves Puran Poli - the traditional sweet flatbread the comes with varied fillings. The different versions of Puran Poli are enjoyed across many Indian states. And each state has their own unique name for this deliciously sweet treat!
Why stick to the traditional when you can try something new?
A delicious dish for the Festival of Colours!
Chef Lokesh Jarodia, Executive Chef, The Deltin, Daman shares his special recipes.
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.
It is time to impress your guests with these delicious recipes.
Zunka is festive, quick to rustle up and possesses a homey yumminess. Serve it with bhakris.
Makar Sankranti is one of the year's first festivals of India. The country joyfully kicks off the year with a tapestry of colours and traditions: Gujarat's soaring kites. Punjab's blazing bonfires. Tamil Nadu's bubbling Pongal pot....
An interesting version of the classic puran poli.
All of India gets ready for the mid-winter harvest festival, turning out laddoos, Pongal, Puran Poli and other endless delights.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana do a different kind of rice-jaggery-coconut sweet for Ganesh Puja -- steamed balls that taste just as delightful.
The Elephant God simply loves these delicacies.
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.
We invited readers to share their festive recipes with us. Here is the next set of responses.
Welcome the God of wealth, prosperity, wisdom and knowledge with his favourite food -- sweets!
The cafe chain is adding neighbourhood nuances to its decor and menu as it ventures deeper in India.
The Festival of Colours is here! and we want to know what's cooking in your kitchen.
Rediff readers tell us how the festival keeps tradition alive and brings their community together.
Barfis come in hundreds of types - try a walnut and til one this season.
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What are you cooking for Holi this year? Tell us!
The alliance would announce a coordination committee, which could be of 11 members from principal opposition parties.
Kaju Katli, Chum Chum, Puran Poli -- stars share their favourite Diwali recipes.
Treat yourself to something Rajasthani and traditional on Ganeshotsav.
'It is in the form of the nava shaktis that Durga or Adi Shakti lives inside everyone.'
From Lathmar to Hola Mohalla, here's how Holi is celebrated in diverse parts of India.
Kumudini Shetty's traditional recipes for Makar Sankranti.
A significant ritual is to consume neem leaves, a custom that marks the beginning of the festival. Neem also helps in boosting the immune system.
'They say our mothers lay the early foundation on which we build our dreams and lives. This holds true for me.' Kotak Mahindra Bank CEO Uday Kotak tells us about his mom's wonderful cooking.
Two foodies share their experiences; you can share yours too!
In January Amit Shah launched the 'Bhag Mamata Bhag' programme in West Bengal. On Monday Prime Minister Narendra Modi rolled out the red carpet for Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. What changed in two months?
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