'The moment someone forbids you to eat something, you want to eat it even more.' Dietician Riya Jain says this all-or-nothing mindset is exactly why most fitness resolutions fail.
Characterised by simple flavours and local ingredients, Manipuri cuisine is about fish, rice and green leafy vegetables.
Tender chicken, couscous and the nutty richness of walnuts come together in a protein-packed recipe that is as healthy as it is yummy.
A zesty and mouth-watering paneer recipe that will woo your tastebuds.
Chicken Soup is everyone's favourite. To it Reshma Aslam adds sweet corn to rustle up a soup that's delicately-flavoured yet filling -- ideal for cosy evenings.
South India's favourite breakfast has won hearts across the country. A day can't get any better if you start it with fluffy, feathery light, melt-in-your mouth idlis. There are a zillion ways to make idlis. Here's 10...
A stunning book on the Kumbh. And a recipe.
We ask chefs and home cooks for their rainy season specials.
Hemasri Subramanian's Walnut Paneer Kebab is a delicious vegetarian treat -- the walnut provides the crispness and the paneer makes it luxuriously soft within.
Cashews might be the preferred nut for Diwali sweets. But why not try walnuts? Equally tasty. And different.
They come out of hot kadhais of oil fragrant, golden. Armies of puffed balls that kill your will power. Tear off a soft piece, mop up your curry with it... You are delivered to culinary heaven. There is no right time or right place for puris -- breakfast, shaadis, railway platforms, streetside, fasts,festivals -- Anytime is Puri Time.
Andhra recipes for palate-pleasing pappu or dal.
This Diwali, plan a fresh fruit kheer that will win hearts.
Eating enough fibres can do wonders for the body. It may help steady glucose levels, ease bowel troubles, and support a strong heart, states Healthline. Plenty of everyday ingredients naturally provide this essential nutrient. Lets explore...
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A crunchy, melt-in-the-mouth Diwali essential that adds extra spice to your festive snacking.
Golden, crunchy on the outside with a soft core, these famous coastal Karnataka fluffy fritters are the ultimate tea-time snack.
Tomato? Yup, tomato is the mainstay of this gorgeous halwa.
Rasam is a tangy, peppery broth from South India. Often enjoyed over steamed rice, it's light, warming, and full of flavour.
A sweet, traditional Maharashtrian treat that brings warmth and nostalgia to every festive platter.
Take a chance at making one of India's most favourite sweets with this cinch recipe.
Chef Sneha Singhi parts with the recipe of a family favourite -- this fluffy herb rice has creamy vegetables and a top layer of crispy golden cheese.
Chenna Poda translates to mean burnt cheese. That's precisely what this delightful sweet is.
Whipping up authentic Mexican or Indo-Mexican at home is not a tall order, and it affords plenty of vegetarian options. Go ahead and bring Mexico into your kitchen!
This special biryani from north Kerala is known far and wide for its distinctive taste that comes from the use of a distinctive rice.
Flowers aren't just pretty -- they're delicious! Discover how India turns blossoms into exciting bites with these unusual flower-based recipes.
Chef Mushtaq, of the former Khau Galli eatery, offers an earthy street recipe for this comforting and totally Mumbai meal, served with lotsa makhan!
Make the ancient, super-nutritious grain often. Use these recipes.
It's the season for the best Bengali sweets. Try your hand at making juicy, syrupy Chom Choms all on your own.
Chef Roopa Nabar's Biscoot Ambode is a sumptuous South Indian snack, created just for chai-time, of lentils, black pepper, fresh coconut, crisped up in the air fryer.
A creamy Indian-style pudding made from -- wait for it -- cauliflower and it's yum!
A comforting delight, this dish brings together the sweetness of corn and the richness of gooey cheese, packed between soft tortillas or bread slices. Neha Deepak Shah's version is easy to make yet full of flavour. Perfect for a quick snack, kids' tiffin, or even a cosy evening bite
Chef Ranveer Brar serves up his mother Surinder Kaur's Punjabi Kadhi bobbing with freshly-fried pakoras.
The herby, buttery zing of fresh pesto pasta is unforgettable, says Mayur Sanap.
From Vori-Vori to Arroz Tapado and Punjab's kulchas... This is what the world loves to eat!
"Be very kind to yourself. Start with small things. If you really want to do it, nothing is going to stop you." Mumbai based, 26-year-old Aayushi Tailor shares her weight loss journey in a candid chat with Rediff's Rishika Shah.
Tired of the same old sabudana khichdi and vada recipes? This Navratri, try these unique and healthy fasting recipes
Crisp, nutty patties made from tender banana blossoms, spiced and air-fried.
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