It is the month of Shravan and the atmosphere is resplendent with devotees thronging temples, offering obeisance to their favourite Lord Shiva, also known to be quick to grant wishes or bholenath. Men and women offer water, milk, honey, bhasm, fruits, dhatura, flowers and garlands to the shiva lingam...
Fats are one of the most important macronutrients for the human body. Fats are building blocks for around 70 trillion cells that make up our body. Our hormones, bile, and cholesterol also consist of fats. The body uses fats as an energy source and protection.
Fatty acid deficiency is widespread...
Delhi means so many things to so many people. For people living in Delhi, no other place compares to it. Having spent my childhood in Delhi, having worked there in later years, and having close familial ties there, I have a fondness for the city that ensures I keep...
Question any traveller, and they will tell you that food is an integral part of a successful road trip. The idea of stopping midway and indulging in local delicacies adds to a sense of warmth that is felt by the stomach as well as the soul.
However, ask a die-hard...
The digestive system is one of the most sophisticated mechanisms we have. It is like a gateway between outside world and internal environment of the body. It not only breaks down, digests, and assimilates our food but also protects, and guards us against bacteria, parasites, viruses and foreign invaders....
Do you ever find yourself rummaging for a certain ingredient that your recipe requires, but to no avail? More often than not, we tend to miss out on ingredients that seem to make a difference to the entire dish but always double-check the recipe if you can find an...
The Parsis, which means Persians, the followers of prophet Zoroaster, migrated to India to escape religious harassment and discriminations by another community (Muslims). As they turned from refugees to residents of India, the Persian sway shrank except for the use of dry fruits and nuts in pulavs.
While Iranian cooking...
Most of the traditional meals during Christmas include a turkey and so the tradition continues at Keys Hotels as Corporate Chef Manish Kusumwal shares a few delightful recipes that you can offer to your guests this season.
Cajun spiced turkey wrapped with bacon
Ingredients:
1 large turkey breast
1 tsp Cajun spice
1 cup...
The current lockdown has seemingly given us a lot more time to spend at home with families or ourselves. Most of our daily routines revolve around completing house chores and cooking up a nice and hot meal to savour. However, inspiration can be lost on some and we’re here...
Tea is the elixir of life – Lao Tzu
The ancient Chinese philosopher brewed the philosophy of Taoism the way we try to brew the perfect cup of tea. So, what can be so extraordinary about the most mundane of activities – drinking chai?
Find out as you make this must-do...
Being big thali food freaks, we decided to visit Maharaja Bhog in Goregaon. At all its five outlets (in Goregaon, Malad, Juhu, and Lower Parel), Maharaja Bhog’s thali is a sell-out for the unlimited, healthy, and hygienic platter that it puts forth and it is my favorite thali place...
Think Easter and what flashes across our minds are Easter bunny, ornate eggs, and roast turkey for dinner.
Easter is the festivity of the revivification of Jesus from the crypt on the third day after his crucifixion, which is observed as Good Friday. Christians regard Easter as the fulfilled prophecy...
It’s festival time at the Baluchi – The LaliT Mumbai’s signature restaurant – which is hosting the Goan Food Festival from the 21st to the 30th of July. It is rightly branded as Susegado Mumbai, ‘Susegad’ meaning a relaxed attitude and enjoyment of life to the fullest. Not just...
