New year is celebrated in different parts of the country Sweet potato payesh Cooking duration: Preparation time – 10 minutes | Cooking time – 30 minutes Serving size – 6 Sweet potato payesh Ingredients Grated sweet potato – 1 cup Milk (or soy milk) – 3 cups Sugar – 1 cup Cardamom powder – A pinch Ghee (or vegan … Read more
The recipe journal and an art print illustrated by Shawn D’Souza | Photo Credit: Shruti Taneja Recipes from chefs and home cooks, photo essays and anecdotes, and a pack of heirloom produce. If this is your idea of the perfect gift, Shruti Taneja is your go-to person. The 34-year-old founder of Delhi-based Nivaala (mouthful, in … Read more
I speak to Archana Pidathala about her new book Why Cook on the eve of her son’s birthday. This has her harking back to a special memory when testing out the many thoughtfully-curated recipes. “I spent an entire evening testing the recipe with him making 75 momos and chatting away! They were imperfectly sealed, but … Read more
Of the many different diets out there, many people consider a vegan way of eating to be the strictest. The blandest. The most joyless. It’s not true, of course. But why do they have that idea? Because most carnivores can’t imagine enjoying a meal without meat. But meat — and other nonvegan foods like poultry, … Read more
Throwing a fabulous holiday party? If you want people to have a good time, but you also want to keep things on the healthier side, you can still win over your guests. Cement your status as a legendary host or hostess with these 10 surefire tips. 1. Offer a signature guilt-free drink. Make a cocktail … Read more