As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day, hotels and restaurants across Delhi and other states are rolling out a diverse array of special offerings. These include themed culinary festivals showcasing regional Indian cuisines, fusion menus, live music performances, and attractive discounts. From royal Wazwan feasts to contemporary global blends and staycation packages, establishments are providing unique experiences for patrons to commemorate the occasion over the long weekend.
What's the best way to fight off the heat? Why with dahi, of course. We offer you a range of recipes -- from beverages, raitas to curries and desserts -- that showcase how wonderfully dahi transforms everyday dishes.
The cuisine of Rajasthan is primarily vegetarian, is also known for its delicious meat dishes.
Try this delicately-spiced simple alu recipe from Bihar.
A sumptuous meal of Dal, Bati, Churma or Jodhpuri Kabuli pulao, followed by a lip-smacking dessert of Bikaneri ghevar or Jodhpuri mawa kachauri.
Sharjah-based food blogger Bethica Das shares her recipe for the classic Rajasthani rice-based dessert.
The sweet taste of a laddoo is believed to attract prosperity and abundance.
A raseela aloo that incorporates nutritious drumsticks.
The protein-rich dal goes well with baafle that's deep-fried in ghee.
An easy recipe for a mid-week meal.
A khatti-meethi chutney for snacks or a meal that can be made swiftly.
Homechef Vindhya Karwa celebrates her mother.
Jaggery and wheat come together to make the fastest and most perfect Diwali sweet.
Ingredients like paneer, nuts, gulkand and coconut powder ensure these laddoos are a yum treat.
A healthy recipe with coriander seeds and nuts.
Thakur Man Singh of Kanota cooked Rajasthani Sula Meat for us. Here's the recipe!
Why settle for one grain when you can start your day with multiple super-friendly grains.
Pack a punch with this chutney that goes well with just about everything.
Surprise, surprise, your kids, who were no karela fans earlier, will love this recipe.
Your Rajasthani dish can be put together in 30 minutes.
Make this fresh salad with raw mangoes and corn in no time.
Food blogger Swati Pareek tells us how to make this spicy side dish.
Usher in Diwali with dry fruit and khoya-filled karanjis .
There's clearly no limit to how dramatic a wedding can be.
While the days are still not that warm, nourish your soul with two unusual khichdis.
Jayanti Soni and her family return each year to Bhinmal, when they can, to celebrate Diwali in her family home.
Shailja Tomar tells us how to make this traditional Rajasthani sweet.
These savoury kachoris are perfect for rainy days.
Can you refuse a plate of this diamond-shaped crunchy snack?
Served at Rajwadu, in Ahmedbad, the thali is inspired from the fights of Baahubali.
A warm bowl of any of these khichdis are perfect for a light supper.
The 230-year-old Alila Fort in Bishangarh is now a hotel.
These recipes will remind you of your grandmother's cooking.
Afternoon hunger pangs can be kept at bay with a healthy Indian-style corn-on-the-cob snack.
Impress your guests with these delightful Holi recipes.
Get set to burrrrrrp! Presenting the real taste of India!
A beautiful mandap has been created at the Sheesh Mahal for the wedding ceremony.
With crisp edges and a soft centre, these malpuas are are improved by the addition of fruit.
