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Goan Buns Are Worth Every Bite, Let’s Find Out Why

This Goan delight is also known as ‘Goan Poee’ and ‘Mangalore Bun’. However, the dough of the latter also features bananas. Here's all that you need to know about this sweet, soft bread that has been making Goa's breakfast fare truly drool-worthy.

3 min read
Apr 10, 2023

Feni: Goan Drink Survived Colonialism, Partition, and Modernity

Fermentation happens when a mix of yeast, bacteria, and atmospheric oxygen react together to produce carbon dioxide, alcohol, and other byproducts.

5 min read
Nov 29, 2022

Kullu's Dussehra: A Week-Long Carnival With Food And Colours

Kullu began observing the festival in the 17th century, during the reign of King Jagat Singh. The king had heard rumours that one of his subjects (some accounts say this man was a priest, others a farmer) possessed a trove of rare pearls.

4 min read
Nov 30, 2022

Intriguing Facets Of Tudor And Habsburg Era Dining

Linked by a date, the dynasties these monarchs belonged to — Tudor (for Edward VI) and Habsburg (for Maximilian II) — were a study in contrasts. And this contrast extended to their kingdom's respective cuisines as well.

5 min read
Nov 29, 2022

From Karwa Chauth To Ramzan: Here's How Pheni Rules The Hearts

Pheni by any other name is still pheni though, and it’s deeply embedded in cultural customs and practices across the subcontinent. In Telangana, Deepavali wouldn’t be complete without this sweet, and platters of garijalu.

3 min read
Nov 29, 2022

Mexico Is More Than Just Tequila And Margarita

he margarita, like most iconic drinks, has a somewhat confusing origin story. And why wouldn’t anyone worth their reputation want to stake a claim at being the originator of what (as of 2008) is still the most ordered cocktail in the US (the martini is second, if you’re curious)!

5 min read
Nov 29, 2022

A Quick Peek At Citrus-Based Mocktail Recipes

Citrus fruits like lemons, limes, and oranges tend to be commonly used in mocktail recipes because of their clean and refreshing flavor. Adding a little (or a lot!) of any of these fruits to your mocktail can make it even more memorable.

5 min read
Nov 29, 2022

Manipuri Maroi Nakuppi: The Herb Can Replace Onion And Garlic

Maroi Nakkupi or Dunduko Saag has been used as an excellent substitute for onion and garlic in Manipur. This grass-like herb or chives is integral to Manipuri cuisine. Apart from being used as fragrance-enhancing ingredients, it is also used to cook an array of delicious native dishes

5 min read
Nov 29, 2022

3 Mexican Drinks Made from Agave: Tequila, Mezcal, And Pulque

Mezcals are great drinks to try if you want more flavor but don’t want to drink something that’s too strong. They’re fruitier and more complex than tequila, but they're also less expensive and less strong than scotch or bourbon.

5 min read
Nov 29, 2022

The Origins Of Good Old Mac And Cheese

Kraft still uses maccheroni pasta, in addition to the more popular elbow variant. Over the last two decades, the dish has won the hearts of people around the world, owing to its simplicity and great taste.

5 min read
Nov 29, 2022

Buon Cibo! Good Italian Food And Where To Find It

Located in the city of dreams, Trattoria, or "an Italian restaurant," truly lives up to its name. With beautiful décor, delicious food, and courteous staff, Trattoria has been serving Mumbai’s best Italian fare for over 40 years.

5 min read
Nov 29, 2022

The Art Of Steaming! Here Is Why You Must Try It

Among the several cooking methods, steaming has the highest advantages. Said to be the healthiest, it assures food retains its nutritional value and isn't laden with additional fat. It lowers the chances of burnt or overcooked food. It makes food light, healthy, and gentle on the tummy

3 min read
May 24, 2023

Food Crimes! Mistakes People Make While Meal-Prepping

There are several ways that people let themselves down when they falter in meal prepping. These are actually small adjustments—in habits or simple planning—that can be overcome with a bit of discipline.

6 min read
Nov 29, 2022

5 Easy Tips To Soften Refrigerated Paneer

The texture and quality of the paneer has a strong role to play in the final outcome. Soft and supple paneer will always lead to a delicious dish. Whether you buy it from the market or make it at home, the paneer needs to be refrigerated so that it doesn’t get spoiled

3 min read
Nov 29, 2022

Heard Of Jaisalmeri Chana? Know Why It Is Special

Rajasthan’s cuisine needs no introduction. From vegetarian to non-vegetarian dishes, this cuisine offers an array of scrumptious dishes that we just can’t get enough of. Today, we are going to talk about a special dish from the state’s Golden City. Can you guess??

3 min read
Nov 29, 2022

Multicultural Haven: Pondy Is A Place For The Unconventional

These fusion cuisines, however, have diminished in popularity in the past few decades. Several elders fight to keep this eclectic tradition alive by offering classes to those willing to learn.

5 min read
Nov 29, 2022

Anand Mahindra’s Funny Take On Ways To Pronounce ‘Croissant’

For the unversed, croissant is a light, buttery, flaky puff pastry.gets its name from its form, as ‘croissant’ is French for ‘crescent’. Although this flaky pastry is commonly identified from France, and is a staple in most French boulangeries (bakeries), food historians claim it originated in Austria.

3 min read
Nov 29, 2022

Heard Of Rooibos Tea? Sip It To Get Amazing Benefits

The leaves of a South African shrub are used to make Rooibos tea, a traditional beverage. This high in antioxidants drink, is often taken in the same manner as black tea. However, compared to black or green tea, rooibos has fewer tannins and is free of caffeine and oxalic acid

4 min read
Nov 29, 2022

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