Have you ever noticed how the drinks we choose at the bar can say a lot about us? Just like that one friend who can’t resist the latest trendy cocktail or the classic buddy who always sticks with beer, your go-to drink reflects your vibe. Whether you’re a party animal or a chill night-in type,…
Most children usually eat the food cooked and served by adults. However, a simple cooking task can be an enriching and delicious activity for your child. Here is a fun sandwich-making activity you can try with the kids. These fun open-face sandwiches are delicious and look super adorable. From owl to dog to bear, you…
For many people, coffee is an essential part of their daily routine, whether they drink it in the morning, evening or multiple times throughout the day. As a daily coffee drinker or an aspiring connoisseur, personalizing the coffee can help you experience and understand your coffee more deeply and sincerely. A plethora of customization can…
A Hyderabad student received an unexpected response from Zomato to a complaint about a food order placed on the delivery app. The woman took to X to share a screengrab of the texts she apparently exchanged with Zomato’s customer care. Through the chat, we came to know that she had ordered Chicken Manchurian and received Chicken…
Crookie (croissant and cookie), and brookie (brownie and cookie) are passé. A new trend from the West, the cookie cup (cookie and cupcake), has been taking the global baking community by a crumbly storm. After some searching, we found a couple of varieties of these mini desserts with Girgaon-based homebaker, CutsNJoys. On founders Aya Bhansali…
Kachori, a beloved snack originating from Rajasthan, has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts across the country. Its flaky, crispy exterior and delicious fillings like potatoes, peas, and paneer are simply irresistible. Often enjoyed with chutneys and a sprinkle of sev, this snack is a true delight for any foodie. While you may have tried…
Organic food has many health benefits. A new review in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition states how consuming food produced without harmful pesticides, artificial fertilisers or genetically engineered organisms is associated with a lower risk for health conditions such as obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure. People who choose organic foods generally make…
Hospital canteens usually get a bad rap for their bland food. While patients munch on meals low in salt, sugar, and fat, the menu for visitors isn’t much better. But one guy from England is challenging that stereotype. Meet Omar Shaf, who has a surprising love for hospital food and has made it a habit…
Fats get a lot of flak in the nutrition world, but they’re actually a big deal for a healthy diet. Your body needs fat every day for energy and to help absorb certain vitamins and minerals. Plus, they play a role in cell growth, protect your nerves, and form a cushion around your organs. Fats…
It was in Karaikudi in the heart of Chettinadu, in Southern Tamil Nadu that I attempted to describe a vadai or vada to my American friends who had tagged along with me for a food trail in the state. Sandwiched in the arid belt between Pudukottai and Ramanathapuram are the 70-odd villages and towns that…