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Author of The Sweet Kitchen, and chef-owner of Food For Thought Catering
Jul 04, 2025 13:30 IST
Banned in countries like Singapore, poppy seeds remain a staple in Bengali cuisine. Here is...
Jun 27, 2025 12:28 IST
From legendary biryani joints and country clubs to Chinatown staples and chic but old-world...
Jun 20, 2025 16:30 IST
A humble rant against unholy food pairings, with a little love for the pineapple...
Jun 13, 2025 12:30 IST
From Nigella Lawson’s take with fish fingers to rural Bengali kitchens, bhorta is a dish that...
Jun 06, 2025 15:29 IST
Some ingredients from across the border deserve a permanent spot in our...
May 30, 2025 12:30 IST
Before Michelin-starred chefs made it trendy, Bengal was already cooking with every part of the...
May 23, 2025 12:30 IST
The potato may not be native to India, but it has found a permanent place in every kitchen and...
May 16, 2025 12:30 IST
From Delhi’s Afghani dhabas to Tamil Nadu’s tangy pulihora, these under-the-radar rice dishes...
May 09, 2025 15:29 IST
As a student, often on a shoestring budget, I ate like royalty on the streets of Bombay. Irani...
May 02, 2025 13:27 IST
Betel leaf, or paan, has spanned royal courts, weddings and street corners for centuries. This...
Apr 25, 2025 13:28 IST
Exploring the kathi roll, the first fast food of India that fed office-goers, charmed expats, and...
Apr 18, 2025 16:27 IST
From vinegar-soaked vindaloo to sawdust pudding, here's a deep dive into Goa’s bold, coastal...
Apr 11, 2025 10:30 IST
Moving away from usual suspects, we explore Bengal’s seasonal vegetables and bitters that define...
Apr 04, 2025 13:30 IST
Breaking down the flavours, textures, and traditions of India’s favourite snack. Golgappa and...
Mar 28, 2025 11:30 IST
It's the Portugese who improved the mango varieties in India using certain grafting techniques, but...
Mar 21, 2025 12:30 IST
It is slow-cooked, and unmistakably indulgent. This is a meal best savoured...
Mar 14, 2025 15:29 IST
From mythological origins to modern twists on bhaang, here’s what makes Holi India’s most...
Mar 07, 2025 12:30 IST
Not just Bengali cuisine, these international students explored different regions of the country,...
Feb 28, 2025 09:30 IST
From the fields of Punjab to the dairy farms of Parma—an unexpected culinary...
Feb 21, 2025 10:27 IST
This secret spice blend of Bengal is a five-seed tempering technique that transforms simple dishes...
Feb 14, 2025 10:30 IST
From Kerala’s creamy coconut-infused delight to Bengal’s prized hilsa biryani, discover the...
Feb 07, 2025 09:30 IST
In the city that never slows down, cutting chai is the lifeline of its people. A small glass, a...
Jan 31, 2025 17:28 IST
The origin, rich history, flavours, and cultural significance of jaggery, a sugar substitute the...
Jan 24, 2025 17:00 IST
Once a Bengaluru staple, benne dosa is now making its way back onto restaurant menus across India,...
Jan 17, 2025 17:00 IST
If the dish’s popularity inspires more people to learn about the Champaran Satyagraha and its...
