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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories.Benne dosa for ₹99”, reads a board outside Maa Annapurna, a small eatery tucked between coffee shops and snack joints in a residential neighbourhood in Mumbai’s western suburb of Andheri. The menu has the usual idli-vada, chaat and pav bhaji. But the real draw is the benne dosa. With the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan campus a few blocks away, it has, in just a couple of weeks, become a favourite among students and those in nearby PG accommodations.Even as his small eatery clocks over 100 benne dosas daily, owner Animesh Shah says he is perplexed by the long queues at a popular dosa spot in the city.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories.Growing up, the highlight of every summer vacation in my hometown of Mangaluru was the wild mango curry. My cousins and I would abandon all dignity over plates of hot rice and the golden curry like it was our last meal.Back then these wild mangoes were deemed far too rustic for professional kitchens. But that is changing.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories.Now that everyone has said their piece about the absence of galouti kebab, Awadhi biryani and nihari from the Uttar Pradesh government’s new One District One Cuisine (ODOC) list, let me tell you what is truly missing: purpose and context.Any cuisine is defined by a region’s geographical and cultural makeup, its terroir, local produce, cooking methods and consumption patterns, and not a quick list of street foods. And for a state as diverse as Uttar Pradesh, spanning Himalayan foothills, rich Terai forest, the Gangetic plain and the Vindhya hills and plateau, the range of cuisines is wide.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories.For Gurugram-based marketing professional SP, 34, eating out was once a way to unwind after long workdays with sushi dinners and Sunday brunches that often doubled as preparation for the week ahead. Over time, the routine led to weight gain and lifestyle concerns, though she wasn’t ready to give up on it.

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₹500 for a plate of six pieces.“Sushi’s vibrant colour palette and visual presentation make it particularly appealing to younger consumers, many of whom are drawn to dishes that photograph well for social-media platforms such as Instagram,” said Shravan Singh, manager of the two-year-old restaurant.In Kanpur, the dish is the highlight of the menu of another such small restaurant, “Oishi the temple of Wok”. It offers a variety of sushi, including Prawn Tempura, Avocado Cream Cheese, and Smoked Salmon.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Whenever my friends want to eat puri-aloo, they invite themselves over to my home. In my hometown of Lucknow, this combination is found on every table, irrespective of class, community or faith.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. A few weeks ago, I was dining at a coveted Kolkata restaurant—their menu a thoughtful play on the city’s street food and Bengali home cooking, elevating it to the level of modern fine dining. But each dish came with a story—of its inspiration, origin and the chef’s personal connection to it—that lasted more than a couple of minutes.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. December is my favourite month, and I know I’m not the only one. Winter is quietly slipping into Bengaluru, work is taking a back seat, the kitchen garden is in happy overproduction mode, my son’s birthday is around the corner, and the calendar starts filling with invitations to friends’ parties.

San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs are clashing in the latter's home turf on Saturday, April 5. The match, being played at the Wrigley Field, is the home opener for the Cubs this season. The fixture marks the beginning of a three-game series between the two sides. The two upcoming matchups will take place through the weekend. The match on Saturday is scheduled to begin at 01:20 pm (CDT). The third and the final game of the series will commence at the same time on Sunday.

Furthermore, the re-launch of FTA Hindi GECs—Star Utsav, Colors Rishtey, Sony Pal, and Zee Anmol— on DD Free Dish, the free DTH service from Prasar Bharati, is expected to expand FTA viewership, they said. FTA channels such as Hindi GEC Dangal and the Hindi movie channel Goldmines TV are among the most-watched TV channels in India.

R Praggnanandhaa, known for his sharp strategies on the chessboard, recently took on a completely different challenge—cooking dosa. In a moment captured and shared on social media, his coach, Ramachandran Ramesh, posted a picture of the young grandmaster attempting to make the iconic South Indian dish for the first time.

Author-philanthropist Sudha Murty recently sat down to discuss India’s diet and Indian food habits with nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar for Vogue India. In a YouTube video, the two were seen discussing diet do’s and don’ts. While the celeb nutritionist emphasised the importance of eating “Ghar ka khaana” (home-cooked food), Murty admitted that she believes in eating food that makes her happy but mostly avoids high-calorie dishes.

This creamy and rich dessert, called Sevai in most parts of the country, is a tradition on Eid and is made from vermicelli, milk, dates, sugar, and dry fruits. Cardamom and saffron add to its flavor, and it becomes a treat that family and guests cannot resist.

Due to the incredible diversity of Muslim communities in the subcontinent, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and multicultural Australia, households and cultures prepare and consume Eid al-Fitr foods in unique ways. Muslims prepare to celebrate Eid al-Fitr after observing Ramadan, the holy month of prayer and fasting, which is just a few days away. Families gather and celebrate with a feast of food, which is a staple of any celebration, while the day begins with prayer and customs. Eid ul-Fitr is celebrated differently in each Muslim culture. In Turkey, for example, children receive candy and sugar-coated almonds as part of the celebration. Sweets such as Ghoriba Bahla, Fekkas, and Kaab el Ghazal are essential to Moroccan holiday celebrations. In Indonesia, however, celebrations include the preparation of traditional foods such as Ketupat, which is considered a symbol of blessings and forgiveness.

Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has officially recognized two culturally significant words in its latest update—spice bag from Ireland and gigil from the Philippines. The OED recognizes these words because of their cultural significance that reflects their impact on daily spoken language. For about 20 years, the spice bag has ruled Irish fast-food establishments, while gigil demonstrates the Filipino emotion of deep cuteness or affection.

chef Pam Pichaya Soontornyanakij's modern Thai-Cantonese storytelling. Diners eat inside a stunning Sino-Portuguese building where chef Pam's family lived and made traditional Chinese medicines for over 100 years. The space retains its charm and character. Dark molasses floors, exposed brick and jungle murals create a captivating blend of old and new, while a wall of medicinal brown bottles and kombucha-filled glass jars hints at Potong's alchemical artistry. Pam's philosophy rests on 5    elements — salt, acid, spice, texture and the Maillard reaction — each woven into an 11- course tasting menu. The dishes — modern interpretation of Pad Thai, a crab dish with roe, and duck — are beautifully composed, with bold yet familiar flavours, and presentations that avoid unnecessary frills.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Starting his day at 8.30am, chef Harsh Kedia, popularly known in the social media world as ‘A Diabetic Chef’, immediately checks his blood sugar before enjoying a healthy breakfast, usually comprising oats or eggs. “Managing my diabetes is about balance.

Narisawa isn't just a meal — it's a performance. From the moment you step in, the serene atmosphere sets the stage for chef Yoshihiro Narisawa's culinary artistry. The 2023 revamp has only heightened its allure, with a sleek, modern aesthetic that lets the food take centre stage.

Hindu festival celebrated on Phalguna Krishna Paksha Panchami, the fifth day of the waning phase of the Hindu month of Phalguna. This day comes five days after Holi and is celebrated with joy and the tradition of smearing coloured powder, much like Holi. Rang Panchami is celebrated in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and some regions of North India.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. There are many ways to become a professional chef. A tried-and-tested route is graduating from a culinary school and refining skills at restaurants.