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.
Odisha makes a softer, richer version of rosogolla that originates from near Puri.
Bangkok is a fast, 24-hour megapolis, full of joie de vivre and buoyance that you will be instantly smitten, like I was.
'When you finally hold that red bag with your personalised Onitsukas inside, it feels like ticking off a very satisfying item on your travel checklist,' discovers Mayur Sanap after visiting Onitsuka Tiger's famous Red Concept store in Tokyo.
"Multi-hyphenation is the future. Everybody should do everything. After all, we have one life," says Chef Ranveer Brar.
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Adrika Anand delves into the world of Bohri food to learn how to make the mutton-in-porridge Khichada and the nut-based mutton curry.
Create a shrikhand using dragon fruit and enjoy the awesome results.
Using easy-to-access ingredients, like boondi, bread and milk, conjure up kuch wonderful meetha.
Lucknow has been officially inducted into UNESCO's Creative Cities Network (CCN) under the 'Gastronomy' category, recognizing its culinary heritage.
Make the best use of the strawberry season to whip up an array of heavenly strawberry-themed treats.
Make the best use of the strawberry season to whip up an array of heavenly strawberry-themed treats.
Packed your gym bag with protein bars? They might not be doing your heart any good. Dr Sanjay Bhojraj, an interventional cardiologist, explains how certain everyday foods can be more harmful than they seem, and what to choose instead.
This festive season, Indian homes are mixing global luxury with personal touches using heirloom fabrics, handmade decor, and nostalgic menus to create celebrations that feel both grand and intimate.
TasteAtlas released a list of 150 most legendary dessert places in the world -- seven are Indian.
The Gross Value of Output of bananas, adjusted for inflation, surpassed that of mangoes for the second consecutive year in 2023-24.
During the mango season we use mangoes to make everything, starting from a breakfast juice, to a midday summer cooler, to a currry, in chaat, in parathas, in rice, as dessert or ice cream, as chutney and pickle. Every bit of a mango is used in different stages of ripening as well.
Prachi Dhabal Deb does not bake cakes. She writes stories in royal icing.
'The quality of justice is directly linked to the quality of judges -- if that suffers, justice delivery suffers.'
The mango season is upon us and in India we use mangoes to make everything, starting from a breakfast juice, to a midday summer cooler, to a currry, in chaat, in parathas, in rice, as dessert or ice cream, as chutney and pickle. Every bit of a mango is used in different stages of ripening as well.
Chenna Poda translates to mean burnt cheese. That's precisely what this delightful sweet is.
Tomato? Yup, tomato is the mainstay of this gorgeous halwa.
Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the International Space Station, interacted with students in Lucknow, answering questions about life in space, the challenges of readjusting to Earth, and the benefits of space exploration.
The Jagannath temple has fostered Odisha's regional cooking styles and preserved local food traditions.
Arushi Sharma's fashion sense blends bohemian elegance with contemporary chic.
If the only superpower, which calls India an ally, sees the region through an India-Pakistan prism, it is unacceptable. Rather than endorse India's sphere of influence, this undermines it, asserts Shekhar Gupta.
Rajbaris are a link to Bengal's rich past, of grand mansions, classical fine dining, and allow guests to be pretend zamindars for those few hours or days that they stay.
Here's how you look as delectable as the dessert.
Customised restaurant recreations, cafe setups, pop-ups by Michelin-star chefs, bespoke table linens with monograms and couple-themed hashtags.
Want to feature almonds in a dessert? Here's some inspiration.
Chitau Pitha is a traditional rice cake prepared during festivals in Odisha for Chitalagi Amavasya or Chitau Amavasya celebrations.
These crunchy, sugar-coated puri-like sweets are a significant part of the mahaprasad offered at the Jagannath temple in Odisha.
A silky, creamy dessert made from milk and cream that melts in the mouth.
'Those were not kind days for a woman with a break-up. The world has changed; today, nobody cares.'
The visitor returns not just with the jewel-like beauty of the country imprinted on the mind, the body rejuvenated by hot stone massages, but also with the captivating stories and myths that are built into every important structure -- whether a tourist magnet or an off-the-beaten track spot.
Two boozy desserts to make at home and present with elan to a loved one.
Make a simple, delicious jaggery and suji halwa in your microwave.
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