From rich Mawa Karanji and crunchy Poha Chivda to Himachal's traditional Sepu Wadi, these six recipes offer plenty of delicious inspiration.
A recipe for Kadha Prasad using whole wheat flour, ghee and sugar.
This easy traybake brings together seasonal root vegetables with the gentle heat of ginger,
These urad-stuffed puris were made for every festival in Vidhya Pant's home when they were kids.
A traditional Maharashtrian delicacy, Puranache Kanavle brings together a sweet, aromatic puran filling and a soft, delicate outer layer. Made with love and rooted in festive cooking, Manisha's recipe is perfect for those who enjoy authentic homemade sweets.
A marriage of smooth whiskey and citrusy fruity flavours in an old-fashioned glass. Cheers!
A festive dessert, this kheer overflows with the simple goodness of millets and milk, simmered together.
Amba Khatta is a traditional Odia sweet-and-sour relish made with raw mangoes.
From stuffed capsicums and comforting soups to salads, pasta and curries, here are some delicious ways to give this vegetable a starring role.
Have some cooked rice sitting in the fridge? Chef Sarab Kapoor can give it a special tropical spin.
A crisp and comforting slightly decadent snack.
This cocktail brings together vodka, paan syrup, fresh lime juice and coconut cream, and spices and fragrances.
Little mini idlis stuffed with fresh veggies. Yum!
This recipe of Hilsa malai curry is prepared without any onion, ginger or garlic and just tempered with nigella seeds and green chillies in mustard oil.
The Spiced Chai Martini turns India's beloved masala chai into a chilled, creamy cocktail.
Fancy up fried bitter gourd with a little onions and coconut and you have a delicious preparation to go with rotis or curd rice.
A delicious treat conjured from walnuts, ghee, khoya and milk, with a hint of cardamom for extra flavour.
Ganesh Chaturthi is a time for prayer, family and always feasting. Nine recipes for you.
The sun is playing hide and seek these day behind dense rain clouds, so find your morning sunshine in a glass.
His Namkeen Mutton is a slow-cooked Afghan-inspired recipe, tweaked for the Indian palate'
Along with prayers and devotion to Lord Krishna, Janmashtami brings food celebrations, of course.
10 states, 10 delicious coconut recipes for World Coconut Day
Cook up a Raksha Bandhan meal for your sis. Head into the kitchen and surprise her with a meal that will make her real khush.
When bold coffee meets smooth bourbon and you add a glug of walnut milk, surprisingly you have an alcoholic drink with a few nutrients.
Try this Bengali dish of tender bottle gourd cooked with golden urad dal badis and a handful of spices,
Love for pasta is growing by leaps and bounds in India, especially amongst younger generations. In Mumbai, for instance, there are roadside stalls on main thoroughfares selling Penne Alfredo and other types, as per their colourful menu banners. We are getting more experimental, although we need a little mirchi on whatever pasta we tuck into. A few select recipes for passionate pastawallahs...
Nothing says a traditional Odia Sunday lunch quite like a steaming bowl of mutton curry served with Jeera Rice.
Chef Sabyasachi Gorai proves how delicious meat-free meals can be by filling in crisp tacos with juicy pulled plant-based meat, topped with fresh vegetables and Mexican flavours.
Monsoon Clouds+Food Cravings=Pakora Time. Yay! While onion and potato bhajiyas often steal the spotlight, a humble vegetable can make an equally delicious fritter -- the eggplant, whuch we call baingan or brinjal.
It isn't a fancy food. It doesn't have the national recognition of litti or baati. Outside its little corner of Vidarbha, many people may not even know it exists.
Rishi Panchami Bhaji, also known as Rushichi Bhaji, is a traditional Maharashtrian and Konkan festive preparation made during Rishi Panchami, observed on the second day of Ganesh Chaturthi. The dish brings together seasonal vegetables, leafy greens and tubers, reflecting the simplicity and abundance of traditional cooking.
Tired of the same old sabudana khichdi and vada recipes? This Navratri, try these unique and healthy fasting recipes
Karuveppilai Puli Sadam is a delicious South Indian rice dish with a wonderful balance of tangy, spicy and aromatic flavours.
Give everyday vegetables a Thai-inspired makeover with these golden, crunchy fritters by Sarab Kapoor. Packed with colourful vegetables like zucchini, mushroom, baby corn, celery, they are crisp enough to tempt you from the first bite yet light enough to keep you reaching for another.
Calling all thecha lovers. You will simply love this Thecha Cheese Sandwiches, where the bread slices are stuffed with the very popular Maharashtrian chutney along with cheese and pan grilled.
Getting hold of a recipe requires a skill even James Bond cannot master.
A cocktail containing watermelon, cooling cucumber and the signature character of Hendrick's Gin that together produce a sparkling cocktail that will just make your evening so much better!
