Himachali cuisine is simple and hearty. It's seasonal and robust too, being deeply-rooted in mountain life and shaped by cold climate and slow-cooking traditions.
The cuisine of Rajasthan is primarily vegetarian, is also known for its delicious meat dishes.
The Sindhi version of India's beloved rice pudding is thicker and more velevety.
Halwa, a timeless Indian sweet that came to us from the Silk Route, is cherished for its richness.
Maamouls are classic Middle Eastern cookies that have a festive appeal even before you take a bite.
The milky bread-based sweet is softened by sugar syrup and garnished with pistachios.
Let's venture to deeper Tamil Nadu and sample two dishes that showcase the famous Chettinad cuisine -- a chicken curry and a rice pudding.
With TDP and YSRCP trying to score political points, the sacred laddu may well create a storm in days to come.
Kodava food or cooking from Kodagu/Coorg in Karnataka is unique for reflecting its forest ecology, martial culture and agriculture, starkly different from the typical rice-and-coconut heavy coastal cuisines of South India.
A look at how ice cream is eaten in different places all over the world.
Whether it's adding richness to festive desserts or lending silkiness to everyday meals, malai brings an unmistakable depth of flavour to a dish, lifting it into the realm of the scrumptious.
All of India gets ready for the mid-winter harvest festival, turning out laddoos, Pongal, Puran Poli and other endless delights.
A rustic spin on your favourite Palak Paneer.
'The recipe is very simple with very few ingredients, but the end product is just amazing and mouthwatering. They are visually very attractive with their vibrant dark pink/red colour.'
Christian communities across different states of India have unique family recipes for home-cooked meals to celebrate Christmas,
Kashmiri cuisine is predominantly non-vegetarian, but also has some flavourful and unique vegetarian dishes.
Try a delightful meat-free version of this well-loved Parsi dish, that gets its dhamaka from a pungent spice paste.
The biryani, happily, was the very definition of simple. light-textured, with a subtle tomato-ey twang, it reminded me a lot of a North Indian pulao. The flavour whack came from the sweet-sour Khatta Baingan simmered in a gravy of tamarind, jaggery, fried mustard seeds, and spices, served with it.
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A complaint was filed against Salman Khan in the Kota consumer court, alleging that advertisements for a pan masala brand endorsed by him were 'misleading'.
You can slowly build up spices over six to nine months by adding ajwain, jeera, coriander, cardamom and cinnamon powders for flavouring different recipes, says Madhavi Bhardwaj.
Election results may be shifting the political landscape in Bihar. But the state's culinary legacy stands firm. As the new government prepares to take charge, let's look at the timeless flavours and a few recipes that define Bihar.
Election times in India are also Laddoo Times. Politics and laddoos have always gone together and laddoos really come into their own post chunavs.
Step into the world of wholesome eating and try these delicious ragi recipes, where ancient grains meet modern flavours.
Across continents and cultures, people unknowingly cook similar dishes -- same idea, different ingredients or different method of preparation. Many Indian favourites have surprising global twins that nearly mirror our flavours, techniques or eating style.
Create a shrikhand using dragon fruit and enjoy the awesome results.
Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.
Two special dishes to include in your Onam feast.
The Karnataka high court has refused to grant bail to a man accused in a rape case, invoking a verse from Manusmriti pertaining to respecting women and a remark by Mahatma Gandhi while underscoring the need to safeguard women's dignity.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana do a different kind of rice-jaggery-coconut sweet for Ganesh Puja -- steamed balls that taste just as delightful.
A soft, juicy mithai, totally delicious, that 'hails' from the eastern part of India, especially Odisha.
The Jagannath temple has fostered Odisha's regional cooking styles and preserved local food traditions.
We ask chefs and home cooks for their rainy season specials.
This sweet dish from Odisha is the perfect representation of the region's rich culinary heritage.
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Chenna Poda translates to mean burnt cheese. That's precisely what this delightful sweet is.
Bewitching fragrances and a symphony of sounds would herald the arrival of Chauthi in the Someshwar home.
India's craft chocolate makers are changing the market by using local cacao, creating bold new flavours, making chocolate both a luxury and a story.
Enjoyed best during Raja, it's a unique dessert from Odisha.
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