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Christmas Recipe: Spiced Apple and Walnut Cookies

Christmas Recipe: Spiced Apple and Walnut Cookies

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

These cookies are great for dunking in a warm glass of milk.

Hindujas turn London's World War II era war office into a luxury hotel

Hindujas turn London's World War II era war office into a luxury hotel

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The Old War Office (OWO) of Britain's World War II era prime minister Winston Churchill opened its doors as a brand-new luxury hotel in London with a glittering launch event, complete with surprise musical performances by musicians Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber and Andrea Bocelli. Princess Anne - the Princess Royal, the sister of King Charles III, officially unveiled the plaque for The OWO after a tour of the hotel with Hinduja Group co-chairman GP Hinduja on Tuesday evening. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak also made a quick stopover, along with parliamentarians, entrepreneurs, hoteliers and stars of film and television.

In non-cigarettes push, how ITC built more than 25 FMCG mother brands

In non-cigarettes push, how ITC built more than 25 FMCG mother brands

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

A young couple sharing a laugh - in the living room over a Polish joke book, on the beach, in the rain - with the tagline, "Made for each other", hung from billboards at prominent street corners from the 1960s to the 1990s. It was a campaign for one of the largest selling cigarette brands in India, Wills (Navy Cut) from the ITC stable, that resonated with a generation of smokers and non-smokers alike till the curtains came down on tobacco advertising in 2004. As we prepare to welcome 2024, ITC has metamorphosed from a tobacco giant into a conglomerate straddling multiple large-sized businesses. In the mind space of Gen Z or millennials, the company represents a gamut of branded products - from frozen food (ITC Master Chef), noodles (YiPPee!), and cookies (Sunfeast) to snacks (Bingo!) and notebooks (Classmate), and so on and so forth.

'My wife is dating a married man. What do I do?'

'My wife is dating a married man. What do I do?'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, founder Let Us Talk, offers advice on how to navigate problems in a relationship.

Pak chef-de-mission claims money stolen

Pak chef-de-mission claims money stolen

Rediff.com8 Oct 2010

The Commonwealth Games organising committee suffered more embarrassment on Friday after Pakistan's chef-de-mission Mohammad Ali Shah claimed money was stolen from his room at the Games Village. Shah told the Associated Press news agency that Rs 24,800 was stolen from the blazer inside his room when he went out to have a breakfast.

What G20 Leaders' Spouses Can Expect

What G20 Leaders' Spouses Can Expect

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

An exhibition on the origins of Indian art, culture, handicrafts, and India's grassroots farming innovations is scheduled for September 9 and 10.

Sugar-Free Holi Recipes: Jaggery Gujiya, Date Kalakand

Sugar-Free Holi Recipes: Jaggery Gujiya, Date Kalakand

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

Why should the festival add to your calories?

Recipe: Healthy Ways To Start Your Day

Recipe: Healthy Ways To Start Your Day

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

Two great reasons you'd want to get out of bed on a lazy weekend.

'I tried to modernise the Indian flavours at MasterChef'

'I tried to modernise the Indian flavours at MasterChef'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

Hailing from Kolhapur, MasterChef Australia contestant Rishi Desai shares his experience on the show.

Kyrgios 'lobs return' at Aus Olympic chef de mission

Kyrgios 'lobs return' at Aus Olympic chef de mission

Rediff.com8 May 2016

If tennis player Nick Kyrgios has been chastened by a warning about his future behaviour from Australia's chef de mission for the Rio Olympics, he is not showing it.

Recipe: Maharaj Bhawar Singh's Surti Undhiyu

Recipe: Maharaj Bhawar Singh's Surti Undhiyu

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Before winter ends, it's time to give undhiyu a try!

Bangladeshi woman returns home after discovering UP lover's marriage

Bangladeshi woman returns home after discovering UP lover's marriage

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Kareem, a chef in Bahrain, came in contact with the woman over the Internet.

'I chose to be a chef when I could've become an engineer'

'I chose to be a chef when I could've become an engineer'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2013

The third season of Master Chef India which premieres today on Star Plus at 8 pm.

Recipe: Shrimp/Mushroom Coconut And Kaffir Lime Soup

Recipe: Shrimp/Mushroom Coconut And Kaffir Lime Soup

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

A comforting soup with bold flavours.

It's millet and risotto for Modi's state dinner, but non-vegetarians have a choice

It's millet and risotto for Modi's state dinner, but non-vegetarians have a choice

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Marinated millet, corn kernel salad and stuffed mushrooms are on the menu for 400 guests invited to the White House dinner being hosted for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Ajit Pal Chef-de-Mission for London Games

Ajit Pal Chef-de-Mission for London Games

Rediff.com2 Apr 2012

Three-time Olympian and former captain of the Indian hockey team Ajitpal Singh will be India's Chef-de-Mission for the London Olympics. His appointment brings an end to wrangling for the post within the Indian Olympic Association.

Easy Recipe: Spicy BBQ Paneer/Chicken

Easy Recipe: Spicy BBQ Paneer/Chicken

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

Always a winner, BBQ fare can be served with lime wedges and a side of green salad or Indian breads.

Kashmiri chefs rein in taste buds

Kashmiri chefs rein in taste buds

Rediff.com10 Aug 2004

Recipe: Easy Beetroot And Chocolate Cake

Recipe: Easy Beetroot And Chocolate Cake

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

The beetroot gives a hint of earthiness to this chocolate cake.

Pia-Tara: Seeing Double?

Pia-Tara: Seeing Double?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

When it comes to fashion, the sisters know how to have fun.

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

At this year's TIME ball in New York City on Thursday, April 25, you would have run into a Coimbatore-born American scientist, looking lovely in Sabyasachi Mukherjee designer finery, who would most likely have been hanging out with Dua Lipa.

Ramzan recipes: Scrumptious dishes by India's first MasterChef

Ramzan recipes: Scrumptious dishes by India's first MasterChef

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

What are you feasting on this Ramzan? Pankaj Bhadouria shares with us some lip smacking recipes.

Recipe: Goan Mutton Xacutti

Recipe: Goan Mutton Xacutti

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

The pungent masala of the Mutton Xacutti can be used to make a mixed vegetable dish too.

White House Is Ready To Welcome Modi

White House Is Ready To Welcome Modi

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

As soon as you enter the White House you get a sense of the frenzied pace of preparation for Prime Minister Modi's visit, Rediff.com US Contributor Abhijit J Masih discovers on a visit to 1600, Pennsylvania Avenue on Tuesday morning.

Recipe: Chicken Falafel

Recipe: Chicken Falafel

Rediff.com11 May 2023

The classical Middle Eastern snack gets a chicken twist.

Rediff's Top 10 Recipes For 2023

Rediff's Top 10 Recipes For 2023

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

Presenting the most-viewed recipes this year.

Coming Up On OTT This July

Coming Up On OTT This July

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

There's so much entertainment coming your way this July. From exciting theatre releases to fun OTT watch, there's so much happening.

Recipe: Cheesy Chimichurri Mushrooms

Recipe: Cheesy Chimichurri Mushrooms

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

These mushrooms are a perfect side with the drinks at a weekend biryani party.

Recipe: Malay Chicken

Recipe: Malay Chicken

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Perk up your weekend with a very different Malaysian-inspired dish.

'Indian food is not just butter chicken and biryani'

'Indian food is not just butter chicken and biryani'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

'Every single Indian dish is a jewel.'

Ramzan Recipe: Murgh Musallam

Ramzan Recipe: Murgh Musallam

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

When in need of a delightful Ramzan dish with a royal touch, make Murgh Musallam.

Recipe: Shumaila Chauhan's Kalakand

Recipe: Shumaila Chauhan's Kalakand

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Summer days are great for an indulgent sweet treat that can be topped with walnuts and rose petals.

Recipe: Fig Phirni

Recipe: Fig Phirni

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Here's a fresh take on your forever favorite dessert.

Recipe: Gulkand Malpua

Recipe: Gulkand Malpua

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

This version of the Indian dessert features rose petals and gulkand or rose petal jam.

Recipe: Fresh, Light, Easy Tiramisu

Recipe: Fresh, Light, Easy Tiramisu

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

A mid-week treat.

Recipe: Gilki Fritters, Garlic Dip

Recipe: Gilki Fritters, Garlic Dip

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

All-purpose recipe -- great for tiffins or for starters. Crispy and fun.

Indian chefs win bronze at cookery festival

Indian chefs win bronze at cookery festival

Rediff.com2 Nov 2006

Giving details of the contest, they said the first round was on 'ethnic cuisine' for which they prepared a Parotta-Kabab item -- a prawn preparation -- and gajar halwa, which confirmed their place in the finals.

India's first Online Talent Search for the best amateur chef

India's first Online Talent Search for the best amateur chef

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

The winner could emerge as the next Webstar by setting-up a YouTube channel to showcase their talent and will be awarded a grand prize of one lakh.

Scrumptious Indian recipes from a New York chef

Scrumptious Indian recipes from a New York chef

Rediff.com27 Jan 2010

Owner and chef of New York's Bhatti Indian Grill, Gaurav Anand offers four great recipes you can try at home.