We know what we love best about Guacamole, right? It’s pasty, fresh, crunchy, sour and salty, all at the same time. Paired with the right corn chip tortilla, or spread on a thin crispy toast, it makes for a perfect snack. So, here’s an easy guacamole dip recipe that is satisfying to make and tastes […]
The greatest meals or snacks can sometimes be incomplete without a chatni (chutney) to accompany them. The word ‘chaatni’ or chutney actually comes from the Hindi word ‘chaat’ which means to ‘lick’ making the literal meaning of the word to be ‘something that’s finger-licking good’! We have all seen our mothers and grandmothers make fresh […]
National Women’s Day in India is celebrated on February 13th every year. It is a day to recognize and celebrate the achievements and contributions of women in India. The day marks the birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu, a freedom fighter and poet who was also known as the “Nightingale of India”. The main aim of […]
Hot chocolate is a drink we have all fallen in love with! It is one of the most delicious, luscious drinks that brings warmth, joy and unrequited comfort when you drink it. Hot chocolate is basically a hug in a mug! It can be made in so many different ways and enjoyed with an array […]
Soups, we all think of them to be a meagre meal that only has water, vegetables and salt, but they are so much more than that. Soups are comforting, hearty, thick, thin, have a variety of flavours, and have so many different ways of making the same soup. Soups are a type of liquid-based food […]
Lohri is a popular winter folk festival celebrated primarily by Sikhs and Hindus from the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. It typically falls on the 13th of January and marks the end of the winter solstice. The festival is celebrated by lighting bonfires, singing and dancing, and exchanging sweets and gifts. Lohri is also […]
Goa Liberation Day is celebrated every year on December 19th. It also signifies the triumph of having a strong country that works for the people, by the people and of the people. This day also helps people of Goa celebrate their independence from the Portuguese after 450 years of relentless rule over them. What Is […]
Spinach is one of the most important Leafy Green vegetables. It is rich in vitamins, essential minerals, and water, and is known for its many health benefits. In the Northern Part of India, spinach is a highly awaited winter Leafy Green vegetable. Now that winter is here, enjoy these easy spinach recipes for taste as […]
Sambhar or sambar is a Southern Indian dish which comprises of lentils, vegetables and spices. It is described by late food historian KT Acharya as “a fairly thick spicy extract of thuvar dhal soured with tamarind, frequently containing soft vegetables like brinjal, gourd and lady’s finger” A sambar is a great accompaniment for hot idlis, […]
Green Chutney is relished throughout India. Different regions of our diverse country have their own, tweaked versions of it. However, green chutney everywhere is tasty and has numerous benefits for digestion as well (if prepared responsibly, of course). The reason why we love it so much is that it is a perfect balance of spice, […]