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5 Homegrown Indian Chocolate Brands You Should Try This Year

Chocolates are a great mood booster, no matter the emotions you're feeling. With artisanal chocolates finding a place on everyone's taste buds recently, the world has come forward to take a bite of chocolates made with a lot of love and grown at home. India has also stepped up its craft chocolate game. If you're curious and want to delve deeper into the world of homegrown chocolates in India, try these 5 brands that are perfect for yourself and for gifting, too.

7 min read
Apr 03, 2026

Celebrate Mulberry Season With These Sweet Options

Mulberries don’t stay around for long, which makes them worth using while you can. These simple desserts bring out their sweet-tart flavour in refreshing ways that feel light, seasonal, and perfect for slow summer evenings.

7 min read
Apr 01, 2026

Celebrate World Idli Day 2026 With 5 Creative Fusion Recipes

Who knew a simple fermented rice cake could spark a global movement? It is time to move past the traditional sambar soak and see how this fluffy staple is claiming its spot on the international gourmet map.

7 min read
Mar 30, 2026

6 Regional Raw Mango Dishes To Try Beyond Aam Panna This Summer

Step beyond the usual uses of raw mango and explore how different regions turn its tang into something comforting, refreshing, and deeply rooted in everyday cooking traditions.

5 min read
Mar 28, 2026

Exploring 5 Lesser Known Gujarati Summer Delicacies

When the sun decides to turn the Indian plains into an oven, Gujarat responds with a culinary repertoire that is as cooling as it is clever. Discover how these traditional mango and buttermilk staples can transform your summer menu into a refreshing coastal escape.

7 min read
Mar 25, 2026

Add Fresh Summer Veggies From North Bengal To Your Daily Meals

North Bengal has an abundance of seasonal vegetables that rule the daily kitchens of many people. It’s not only North Bengal but beyond borders, and across the country, these summer vegetables are soon going to become a way of life to keep oneself cool against the warm days. If you are wondering what vegetables are popularly grown and relished here, then here are a few vegetables you should try adding to your daily recipes or you might grow them in your home gardens.

7 min read
Mar 24, 2026

4 Bengali Dal Recipes For Everyday Summer Cooking

Summers are here, and the days are getting longer and warmer. Wanting to eat light becomes a want and need for many. In Bengali kitchens, culinary creativity takes over with seasonal ingredients and veggies to fit the summer. From toker dal to lau dal, each dish offers unique flavours and reflects the region's tradition. Some of these Bengali dal recipes for summer have been a part of many Bengali households for years.

4 min read
Mar 23, 2026

French Vadouvan & Garam Masala Share More Threads Than You Think

Vadouvan is a mild curry blend with French influences that was developed in Pondicherry. It is conceptually similar to Western curry powders but has a more sophisticated and well-balanced flavour. French vadouvan is very similar to the way Indian garam masala is used in everyday kitchens across India. Here’s a look at how similar both are and why.

5 min read
Mar 22, 2026

Jackfruit Season Is Here: Best Regional Recipes To Try

Jackfruit takes on many forms across India, spicy, sweet, slow-cooked, or lightly sautéed. This seasonal ingredient transforms with every region, offering dishes that feel familiar yet surprisingly different with every bite.

5 min read
Mar 21, 2026

From Sabzi To Poriyal: Indian Regional Zucchini Recipes To Try

Zucchini does not need a new cooking recipe to fit into your kitchen. With a few familiar ones, it can be changed into everyday dishes that feel simple and easy to add to your everyday meals without overthinking them.

5 min read
Mar 21, 2026

Skip The Stove: Chapati Alternatives To Try Amid LPG Crisis

With rising LPG costs shaping everyday cooking choices, even simple tasks such as making rotis can feel like they are using a lot of gas. That’s where these smart swaps come in, built around soaking, layering, and assembling, they make meals easier while bringing in new textures and a welcome break from routine.

5 min read
Mar 21, 2026

Raining In Delhi? Snacks To Make With Your Chai This Weekend

Rainy days call for snacks that feel just right in the moment, which are warm, easy, and can be made without running to the grocery store. These snack ideas are perfect when you want something warm, don’t want to cook too much, but still want to enjoy every second of the cosy weather.

5 min read
Mar 20, 2026

GI Tagged ‘Forbidden Rice’ From Manipur Is A Global Superfood

You’ve probably never heard of black rice, but it is a highly popular rice variety consumed in the north-eastern Indian state of Manipur. Also known as ‘forbidden rice’ it’s full of flavour, aroma and packed with nutrients and powerful antioxidants. Black rice has a sweet and nutty taste. It is unmilled rice, as the black husks of the rice are not removed.

6 min read
Mar 20, 2026

Ugadi To Navratri: 10 Regional Festive Foods For Hindu New Year

The majority of Indians celebrate the New Year using both the solar and lunar calendars due to the country's cultural diversity. The Hindu calendar has the most new years since it is based on the movement of the moon. Every Indian region has its own distinct culture and culinary customs that characterise the festivities. These are the 10 most popular and traditional dishes in the nation to celebrate.

10 min read
Mar 19, 2026

5 Summer-Friendly, No-Gas Meals For Weekdays

The current LPG cylinder shortage amidst growing global unrest has meant reimagining the kitchen as a space where food can be cooked in a more conscious manner. Come summer, reduce gas usage with seasonal, home cooked meals that are fresh and nourishing, yet easy enough to prepare on busy working days.

4 min read
Mar 16, 2026

The Century-Old Balwant Singh Dhaba And Its Doodh-Cola Story

Kolkata lives on nostalgia, and Balwant Singh Dhaba personifies it well. The restaurant located in Bhawanipore has been serving the city substantial Punjabi food and hot milk tea in bhaars for almost 99 years. Favoured by both early risers and late-night diners, it continues to be an iconic location for conviviality, culture, and discussion. As it approaches its 100th anniversary, the dhaba continues to highlight Kolkata's unwavering love of food and culture.

5 min read
Mar 20, 2026

5 Rustic Maharashtrian Bhakri-Bhaji Combos That Are A Must-Try

Bhakri, or a flatbread made out of millet flour like jowar, bajra or even rice is staple to Maharashtrian cuisine. Made traditionally on the iron tawa and served with white butter or loni, bhakris are paired with different sabzis based on the season and the flour used for preparing the flatbreads.

5 min read
Feb 20, 2026

Exploring Chhattisgarh Through 7 Traditional Dishes

The culinary landscape of Chhattisgarh hides many recipes that remain unexplored. Here is your guide to getting acquainted with the popular dishes of Chhattisgarh so that your gastronomic journey across the state becomes memorable.

6 min read
Feb 01, 2026

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