I recently took a trip to Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh, where this shake was on the breakfast table. On the first sip, I wanted the...

Chutneys play an important role in Hyderabadi cuisine and all over India. They are the pop on the table and complete every meal. This is...

I grew up loving this recipe and have always thought it was Hyderabadi. On a recent visit, I asked my mother to make it for me and...

Thu pk a is a rice porridge from Arunachal Pradesh. It is not to be confused with the Tibetian noodle soup Thu pk a Red rice is one of...

I was curating a Moroccan dinner and was searching for a recipe that highlighted the region's essence of ingredients and flavour....

Tahari or Tehri is an ancient dish that dates back to Ayurvedic cooking. It is a dish of rice cooked with vegetables and other...

Garlic is used copiously in Indian cuisine, except in the Jain culture. It is essential in almost every household. The term "garlic" is...

Roselle leaves, locally called ambada, is a favourite across India. These leaves impart an intense tangy flavour to the dish that most...

Bastila, or basteeya, is an ancient dish. The first time I had this pastry in Marrakesh I was fascinated by the complexity of textures...

Rice originated in either India or China. It has always been the major grain of the civilized world and quickly replaced ancient grains...

Black is the new kid on the block. It is an Asian condiment made by slow-fermenting garlic in a hot and humid environment (155°F to 175°F...

Tagines are the quintessential Moroccan dish. They are omnipresent in every Moroccan restaurant and come in several varieties. Although...

Sometimes, a stew is what you need to make your soul happy. Slow-cooked, aromatic, and warm, it is the perfect food. Here is a lovely and...

I was cooking a private dinner one evening, and one of the guests was very particular about her diet. The curated menu did not fit her...

Almonds are one of the oldest cultivated trees; history mentions it over 5000 years ago. The almond has always been important to Middle...

Rghaif is a street snack that can be found at vendors all across Morocco. They are the perfect bite for when you get the nibbles from all...

This dish has travelled and adapted to local flavours. It hails from the city of Mysore in Karnataka. The dish has migrated to Singapore...

This is a classic dish of the Hyderabadi Nizams. The Nizams rules Hyderabad and the Deccan plateau from 1724 to 1948, 224 years. Over...

This simple side is perfect for any table. The crunchy cucumber is drenched in a drizzle of soy sauce, which adds salt and a lovely umami...

Bean salads are my answer to a diet and feeling full. The beans are nutritious and packed with minerals and fibre, keeping you feeling...