The Rising Popularity of Speakeasy Bars in India
An aura of secrecy, top class craftsmanship, customized drinks and an engaging yet intimate experience. Well, this is the true essence of a speakeasy bar. Inspired originally by the prohibition…
Sambrani Gadde: a Beloved Coastal Winter Tuber
Come winter and it is time for ‘Sambrani Gadde‘, a seasonal tuber that stands out not only for its size and appearance but also for its flavor and versatility. It…
Deepawali Marundhu: The First Food for the Festival
Come 01-Nov and it is time to celebrate one of the most important festivals of the Hindu calendar, Deepawali. Also called Diwali or the festival of lights, this one is…
Agase Soppu aka Agathi Keerai: An Indigenous Culinary Treasure
Come Dwadashi (the twelfth lunar day of the fortnight of every month in the Hindu calendar) and there is a spike in the demand for agase soppu (Kannada) or agathi…
Recipe: Aam Ras Puri – a Summer Delicacy
Think summer and it is not surprsing to think of ice cream, coolers and of course mangoes. Also called the king of fruits, mangoes are abundantly available in India and…
Divinity and Food: Five Popular South Indian Temple Foods
There is no denying the fact, that food and religion in India are intrinsically related. Sanskrit phrases like “Annam Brahma” which means food is God, “Raso Vishnuhu” which essentially means…
Paniyaram: A Much Loved Delicacy from the South
Paniyaram is a popular South Indian dish that is typically made for breakfast or as a snack using a special batter. It is a type of dumpling or fritter that…
Recipe: Gur (Jaggery) ka Sharbat a Refreshing Summer Drink
Come summer and the sweltering heat calls for some refreshing drinks. Gur Ka Sharbat is a popular jaggery-based drink that is perfect for the upcoming summer months. Gur is the…
Ganesh Chaturthi: a Sumptuous Offering for the Lord of Beginnings
It is that time of the year again, when we celebrate one of the most popular Gods of the Hindu calendar, Lord Ganesha. Also called the Lord of beginnings, His…
Recipe: Fenugreek Seeds Thambuli
Made from a plethora of ingredients like fresh greens (like brahmi, fenugreek leaves and spinach), spices (like pepper, fenugreek seeds) and vegetables and fruits like onion, raw mango etc, thambulis…