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This super easy hack to grow a cucumber is going viral for all the right reasons

September 11, 2025 5:23 pm

A cucumber, a paper towel, cinnamon, and a little sunlight might just be the recipe for better mental health.

Cooking just got easier with this iron kadhai hack that will blow your mind

September 10, 2025 9:29 am

Masterchef Pankaj Bhadouria’s easy hack makes iron kadhai non-stick, while nutritionists explain its health benefits and cooking tips.

Spilled oil in the kitchen? Don’t reach for tissues first -- try this hack instead

September 07, 2025 9:33 am

There’s nothing more nerve-wracking than going about cleaning without the right cleaning tools. Make sure you wash the napkins regularly and store them at a place that is easily accessible.

A nutritionist analyses celebrity Chef Pankaj Bhadouria’s technique of frying papad, fryums, and chips without oil

September 12, 2025 12:22 pm

Interestingly, this technique isn’t new. It has roots in traditional Ayurvedic cooking and continues to be practised in certain communities, including Marwaris and Tamil Brahmins.

How often should your replace your kitchen utensils?

Beware, your kitchen utensils also come with expiry dates

July 20, 2025 1:29 pm

Follow storage instructions strictly, be aware of changes in shelf life once a product is opened, and never use products beyond their “Use By” or “Expiry” dates to ensure safety and quality.

Try this MasterChef-approved hack to peel stickers from kitchen utensils in a jiffy

July 12, 2025 4:26 pm

Scraping off brand stickers pasted across the surface before you get started can come with a slight hitch: adhesive residue.

When the kitchen turned into a time machine: Bonding with my mom, a decade late and 900 km away

July 11, 2025 8:30 pm

Between cooking lessons and tech tutorials, a 28-year-old reflects on the quiet rebalancing of roles between a mother and a son

Marinate smarter not longer with the help of these two ingredients

June 15, 2025 11:29 am

Salt is key for helping flavours penetrate deeper into the meat, and acid primarily tenderises the surface and adds its flavour.

Can glycerine help you get rid of bad breath?

May 19, 2025 6:01 pm

Glycerin has glycerol, a compound, which is a colourless and odourless liquid with a sweet taste

Expert shares 5 kitchen staples that can 'boost desire and improve performance in the bedroom'

May 19, 2025 11:29 am

Practice safe sex by using protection to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and promote overall sexual health.

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Must-try expert-approved fixes for common kitchen blunders

November 11, 2025 1:26 pm

Even the best home cooks have their off days — too much salt, not enough balance, or pasta that’s just a bit too soft

Smart kitchen tips to store rice, spice and prevent insect infestation for years

September 18, 2025 9:44 am

Here are some of the kitchen tips you can try to store foods and prevent infestation for years.

Ideal soaking times for different dals to aid digestion and reduce bloating

September 18, 2025 9:26 am

Here's a guide on different dal soaking times, you should follow to aid digestion and reduce bloating.

Ants don’t just appear out of nowhere; they follow scent trails to food sources

Ants in your sugar jar? Here's what they're telling you about your kitchen hygiene

July 15, 2025 2:28 pm

Their presence in your sugar jar could be a symptom of broader issues that go unnoticed.

8 easy ways to make your kitchen more eco-friendly

February 18, 2020 12:58 pm

Here's how you can make your kitchen more energy-efficient and eco-friendly.

KITCHEN VIDEOS

Kitchen, Khanna & Konversations: When Vicky Kaushal ate grasshoppers

June 22, 2020 6:05 pm

Vicky Kaushal will be a guest on Michelin-star chef Vikas Khanna's show Kitchen, Khanna & Konversations. In this exclusive video, the Uri actor reveals his strangest food experience. Kaushal also talks about his meal plan for a day.