Bengali cuisine is known for its delicate balance of flavours, subtle use of spices, and a deep respect for fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Easter celebrations in north Indian Christian households are special in their own way. The reflective period of Lent is followed by joyful, food-rich celebrations with strong community and family bonding.
A celebration of Eid isn't over till the last morsel of that special, home-cooked Mutton Biryani has been had.
If there is one dish that captures the soul of slow cooking it has to be Khichda, an Eid special for the Bohri community.
Meat lovers all over India look forward to the holy month of Ramzan. It is the period when Indian meat traditions are celebrated.
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.
The Uttar Pradesh government's 'One District One Cuisine' initiative, aimed at promoting local delicacies, has drawn criticism for omitting several iconic non-vegetarian dishes closely associated with the state's districts.
At 43, Trisha Krishnan proves that style isn't about chasing trends; it's about owning your vibe.
The people of Bihar, usually cook food in mustard oil that adds pungency. They enjoy cooking and eating, tasty and healthy food using seasonal ingredients with aromatic local spices. Garlic, ginger and green chillies play a special role.
Yes, Punjabi cuisine is definitely much more than just Dal Makhni and Paneer Butter Masala!
If there's one thing Naila Grrewal doesn't do, it's boring. With a wardrobe full of unexpected pairings, bold silhouettes and quirky details, every look of hers comes with a twist.
'If the BJP becomes our political identity, our political face, if we are represented by the BJP, then what happens to our identity as Bengalis?'
India's favourite teatime indulgence, the samosa, comes with many kinds of stuffings.
Soft, bite-sized baby idlis are layered with a spiced minced meat mixture as they steam and the result is a delightful north-South fusion teatime treat.
A mother and daughter were found dead in Bengaluru, India, in a suspected suicide pact driven by mounting debt. Two other family members survived with injuries.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the BJP of misusing democratic institutions and stoking communal discord in Bengal, criticising their 'double engine' governance model.
In West Bengal's assembly elections, fish has become a potent symbol of Bengali identity, with the Trinamool Congress and BJP clashing over food habits and cultural representation.
This Valentine's Day, put together a 10/10 meal with just the right liquor, be it a wine or a malt.
The cuisine of Rajasthan is primarily vegetarian, is also known for its delicious meat dishes.
These are the 10 best-rated curries in the world, according to TasteAtlas, a platform known for ranking traditional foods across the globe.
Hitesh Harisinghani presents a sumptuous weekend special. Unusually, he fries up marinated mutton liver with onions, sua/shepu, chillies, garlic, ginger, for a starter or a main course dish -- it pairs beautifully with either rice or roti.
Kashmiri cuisine is predominantly non-vegetarian, but also has some flavourful and unique vegetarian dishes.
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.
From festive breakfasts to iconic fish preparations, Parsi cuisine is a beautiful blend of sweet, sour and spicy traditions that have been passed down for generations. Explore the flavours, stories and culinary personalities behind each recipe which balances comfort, nostalgia and celebration in every bite
This flavourful mutton curry marries the flavours of Mangalore, Karnataka and Maharashtra.
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.
Apricots aren't just nutritious. Health sites, like Cleveland Clinic, place them in the superfood category.
A delicious Mangalorean dish that is served with steamed rice or neer dosas.
Master making a stew from the North Eastern state.
These kebabs on skewers or a super Sunday special.
Eat meat the way Mughal emperors did and cook up a storm and win hearts with this mutton delight.
Hitesh Harisinghani's unusual Mutton Kheema recipe.
A non-vegetarian party in the premises of a government-run school in Surat city of Gujarat has created a huge controversy and led to the suspension of the principal.
This recipe is for those of you who like your mutton a little tangy and spicy.
The pungent masala of the Mutton Xacutti can be used to make a mixed vegetable dish too.
The order draws sharp reactions from the Opposition NCP-SP and Shiv Sena- UBT leaders who called it an infringement of people's food choices.
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has withdrawn a notice that segregated seating arrangements in dining halls based on vegetarian and non-vegetarian food choices after criticism.
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