Rajyasree Sen

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Author of The Sweet Kitchen, and chef-owner of Food For Thought...Read More

Author of The Sweet Kitchen, and chef-owner of Food For Thought Catering

Articles by Rajyasree Sen

Ghee shots, quinoa, and water therapy: Is there a science behind shunning all things delicious?

Mar 13, 2026 11:58 IST

Celebs may promote elaborate diets, but don’t forget they have a retinue of staff preparing their...

Fri, Mar 13, 2026

wedding, indian wedding, indian wedding feast

Fish Orly, Lagan Nu Custard, and the magic of the big fat Indian wedding feast

Mar 06, 2026 12:00 IST

A wide range of cuisines, endless khaatirdari and exuberant families—nothing says India like a...

Fri, Mar 06, 2026

Kolkata, Kolkata restaurants, Kolkata food, Bengali food

Forget biryani: Kolkata’s new ‘Bengal-forward’ food scene is turning heads

Feb 27, 2026 17:00 IST

What happens when you apply global techniques to humble ingredients like Mourola fish and vegetable...

Fri, Feb 27, 2026

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From dumplings to spring rolls: How food shapes prosperity in Chinese New Year celebrations

Feb 20, 2026 15:00 IST

Like Indian families, Chinese families believe in celebrating with food, because for them, the most...

Fri, Feb 20, 2026

rasgulla, GI tags, what are GI tags, Indian sweets with GI tags

What’s in a name? From rasgulla to champagne, why authenticity matters

Feb 13, 2026 12:00 IST

Heritage and local know-how are what qualify a food item to be called by a certain name. You...

Fri, Feb 13, 2026

steak, tenderloin, Olypub, Olypub latest news

Steak to scandal: Bengal serves humble pie to influencer who tried to stir controversySubscriber Only

Feb 03, 2026 12:00 IST

While the quarter-pounder beef steak at Olypub on Kolkata's Park Street was nothing to write home...

Sat, Feb 07, 2026

achaar, indian pickles, pickles, varities of achaar

More than just a side dish: From spicy mango wedges to treacly berries, exploring varieties of pickles that define Indian cuisine

Jan 30, 2026 09:28 IST

Indian pickles are a summer tradition, preserved in glass jars. Read to know the history and...

Fri, Jan 30, 2026

Saraswati Pujo, Saraswati Puja, Saraswati Puja rituals, Saraswati Puja rituals, Saraswati Puja Benga

Khichuri, gota sheddho, and hilsa: the fascinating culinary rituals that define a Bengali Saraswati Pujo

Jan 23, 2026 11:56 IST

Saraswati Pujo captures the essence of a tradition that balances spiritual devotion with...

Fri, Jan 23, 2026

daulat ki chaat, daulat ki chaat history, daulat ki chaat recipe, daulat ki chaat old delhi

The ‘wealth’ of winter: Why ‘daulat ki chaat’, a moonlit milk soufflé, disappears from Old Delhi’s streets before noon

Jan 16, 2026 09:30 IST

Daulat ki chaat, the ethereal milk froth dessert of Old Delhi, is a winter-only delicacy steeped in...

Fri, Jan 16, 2026

tandoor, History of tandoor Delhi, Punjabi refugees 1947 food, tandoori chicken origin, Sanjha Chulha tradition Punjab, Harappan civilisation ovens Kalibangan, tandoori cooking health benefits

How the tandoor became the soul of Delhi’s food culture through the hands of Punjabi refugees

Jan 09, 2026 13:30 IST

Beyond the charred kebabs and the smoky markets of Delhi lies a legacy. From the ancient hearths of...

Fri, Jan 09, 2026

spinach, Indian spinach. saag, Indian green leafy vegetables, types of saag in India

From Kashmir’s Mallow to Bengal’s 14 greens: Why India’s spinach is the ultimate superfood

Jan 02, 2026 14:55 IST

From the pungent, mustard-laden fields of Punjab to the ritualistic choddo shaag of a Bengali...

Fri, Jan 02, 2026

Bengali food, bengali cuisine, Bengali thali

Mustard oil, mash, and memory: How Bengali cuisine serves a way of lifeSubscriber Only

Dec 26, 2025 13:27 IST

Recently, an unexpected YouTube episode offered a glimpse into Bengali cuisine, moving beyond...

Fri, Jan 02, 2026

Pomfret, Pomfret latest news, why is Pomfret so expensive, why is Pomfret vanishing

How pomfret became the most expensive and vulnerable fish on our plates

Dec 19, 2025 13:25 IST

A beloved fish, a rising price, and a fragile future. Overfishing, shrinking sizes and soaring...

Fri, Dec 19, 2025

From snacks to side dishes and main course: How Kolkata became the vegan capital of India

Dec 12, 2025 12:30 IST

One of the key reasons for this honour is the rich repertoire of vegan dishes that define Bengali...

Fri, Dec 12, 2025

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From the Northeast to the West: The many breakfasts of India

Dec 05, 2025 12:30 IST

Whenever you travel, I recommend exploring the local cuisine, particularly at breakfast. You might...

Fri, Dec 05, 2025

shami kebab, why is it called shami kebab, shami kebab recipe, shami kebab recipe

A Syrian connection, made in Mughal, Nawabi kitchens and homes: Shami kebab is a treat for the senses

Nov 28, 2025 12:30 IST

The origins of shami kebab are uncertain: it appears in ancient Indian texts, yet many link it to...

Fri, Nov 28, 2025

curry leaves, kadipatta, curry leaves south indian food

From the 1st century CE to the present day: How curry leaves have given dishes a delicious, unique, and subtle flavour

Nov 21, 2025 14:26 IST

Curry leaf is indeed the original Indian name of the plant, and has been mentioned extensively in...

Fri, Nov 21, 2025

Is Kerala really India’s top food destination? Lonely Planet thinks so

Nov 14, 2025 14:29 IST

The travel guide’s 2026 list celebrates Kerala’s “culinary culture” — but food lovers say...

Fri, Nov 14, 2025

Bengal, bengali food, bengali widows cuisine, bengali

How Bengal’s widows overcame dietary restrictions and birthed delicacies that made their way into mainstream cuisineSubscriber Only

Nov 07, 2025 12:30 IST

Not only is Bengali cuisine centred more around vegetarian dishes than is popularly believed, but...

Fri, Nov 14, 2025

dal, indian lentils, pulses, history of dals in India

Why dal will always be India’s ultimate comfort food

Oct 31, 2025 16:30 IST

From Harappan jars to home kitchens, this simple dish has comforted emperors and commoners alike...

Fri, Oct 31, 2025

namkeen, indian namkeen, indian namkeen variety

The great Indian namkeen trail: Why fafda, murukku, and dalmoth beat any packaged snack

Oct 24, 2025 15:31 IST

Beyond sweets, India’s true snacking soul lies in its crispy, savoury creations passed down...

Fri, Oct 24, 2025

diwali, diwali sweets, malpua, indian sweets, lesser known sweets

Diwali 2025: Move beyond gulab jamun, discover India’s lesser-known, rare sweets

Oct 17, 2025 18:27 IST

From Rajasthani Malpua to Parsi custard, explore unique festive sweets that make Diwali extra...

Fri, Oct 17, 2025

5 weird but delicious ingredients you can only find in India

Oct 10, 2025 17:34 IST

India’s diverse regions bring some of the world’s most unusual ingredients to the table. Learn...

Fri, Oct 10, 2025

Worcestershire unites, Marmite divides: The Indian roots, and mystery of Britain’s favourite condiments

Oct 03, 2025 13:30 IST

Two condiments, born of chemistry, continue to spark debates at the table, and tell stories that...

Fri, Oct 03, 2025

Durga Puja, kheer, bengali kheer, Ashtami kheer

Malpoa, kheer, patishapta: The festive mishti that make Durga Puja unforgettable

Sep 26, 2025 14:30 IST

Ashtami’s simple kheer to Bijoya Dashami’s indulgent patishapta and malpoa, mishti sweetens...

Sat, Sep 27, 2025

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