Although we’re a few months out of the Christmas season, a few of its festive treats still linger around. And one of them is the Goan sweet ‘guava cheese’. In Goa, this halwa-like, translucent, red-hued sweet is made from the pulp of slightly overripe guavas, sugar, red food colouring and some shortening agent. This sweet,…
But fennel’s appeal extends far beyond its cultivation habits. This herb has entrenched itself in culinary traditions worldwide, its leaves prized for their aromatic essence, often used in garnishing and featuring prominently in salads. From Italian sausages to pizza toppings, fennel’s versatility knows no bounds. Its dried fruits, cherished for their fragrant aroma and pleasant…
CHENNAI: For the past two years, there has been a buzz during the Margazhi season. One made by the flavourful thanga thambalam that has had many a foodie throng the sabha canteen where Arusuvai Arasu caterers have set shop. With this offering, the famed catering service from Chennai has been giving potential clients a taste…
CHENNAI: Anglo-Indian cuisine is a heritage cuisine that is gradually disappearing from the food scene in recent days. This cuisine is a fusion food that developed primarily when the British ruled over India. A lot has been said about all that was lost as a result, but what was gained is the intermingling of food…
Though it may not be apparent on the surface, because after a while all Dilli-walas people talk and behave similarly, Delhi is probably the most cosmopolitan city in India. In its quest to become a “World City” from a “Walled City”, to borrow the phrase coined by a newspaper, Delhi has created an eclectic culinary…
In the words of Lorelai Gilmore, “Coffee please, and a shot of cynicism,” which is pretty much how most adults function these days. People’s favourite brewed aromatic beverage known for its delicious bitter taste has been celebrated globally. Whether it’s a morning to go or evening booster, coffee has been engraved in many youngsters’ routines….
The world is going crazy trying to clamber out of the chub rut, gobbling up slimming exercises on Insta feeds (24-inch waist in two weeks). Intermittent fasting is gaining cult status, elbowing aside, rather unkindly, the keto catwalkers. Beneath the rush and the roar of the tony diets, the humble Monk Fast, or Buddha Diet…
Did you know that Coorg is regarded as the coffee cup of India?” naturalist Bindu Shree asks the motley group of nine who have accompanied her on a breezy day at The Tamara Coorg for a plantation walk. A few nod their heads. “India is the fifth largest producer of coffee in the world, with…
Nutritional benefit Watermelon has 92% water content and it keeps one refreshed and revitalised Loaded with Vitamin A and C, it strengthens immunity, improves vision and nourishes from within The lycopene content promotes healthy cholesterol levels and blood pressure Despite being sweet, watermelon remains a low-calorie, low-fat, guilt-free indulgence for those mindful of their weight…
KOCHI: Mint stands out as a versatile herb valued for its aromatic leaves and a multitude of applications. Though many varieties of mint are grown in different parts of India, spearmint, peppermint, and Japanese mint are the most commonly cultivated varieties. With its creeping rhizome and erect stems reaching heights between 0.4m to 0.8m, the…
