Pondicherry is a city that has been a favourite with me largely because its vibes are like no other and it has a charm that is most appealing. For the latest issue of Ait India’s inflight magazine, I wrote a story on how you can spend 24 hours in the sea side town. Personally, I… Read More Pondicherry Calling
The past few years have been a serious blow to many people’s mental health, what with the pandemic and the ever-growing presence of social media in our daily lives. Work-from-home culture has made people realise the value of a living space that makes you happy and energizes you. Social media, on the other hand, has… Read More Dopamine Decor
Choose the right dishes that will help fit into your dress and make your skin glow so you are all set to look your best for fashion week. You are what you eat and making the right choice can ensure that you look good inside out. Choosing food that is well balanced with the right… Read More Recipes that make you fit for the runaway
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring substance that helps to keep skin hydrated and plump. It is available in various molecule sizes, with smaller molecules being able to penetrate deeper into the skin. Little-known facts about Hyaluronic Acid Check the labels Benefits of Hyaluronic for skin care Read the full story that first appeared… Read More Skincare – use Hyaluronic acid
Akshita M Bhanj Deo and her sister, Mrinalika, along with her family are Directors of the 200-year-old Belgadia Palace in Mayurbhanj and are working to build sustainable tourism with social impact at its core to the tribal-dominated region. Akshita is a TedX speaker and currently a manager at Dasra working to build a conversation around… Read More Interview with Akshita M Bhanj Deo
There is a good chance of leftovers when consuming food. So, one can be creative with leftovers and instead of throwing leftovers in the dustbin one can transform them into new dishes. For example, leftover vegetables can be turned into a stir-fry and leftover rice can be made into fried rice. Vegetable scraps, fruit peels,… Read More Zero Waste Cooking
I first tried Som Tam salad on a visit to Thailand a few years ago. Intrigued by its flavours, I experimented an easy and simple version that uses ingredients that are mostly always available at home. Here is the recipe. Ingredients Method
Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on the full moon day in the Hindu calendar month of Shravana which typically falls in August. The festival means a knot of protection coming from the words Raksha which means protection and Bandhan which means to tie. Celebrated by Hindus in the northern and western parts of India, Jains (where… Read More Raksha Bandhan 2023
A twist on the traditional samosa, this crispy flaky delicacy has a filling comprising pickledspiced mushrooms. The combination of the spiced mushroom filling and the crispy pastry makes these samosasa tasty and satisfying treat for those looking for something different and flavorful. Firoz Hossain, Executive Chef, LMNO_Q shares this recipe. Read the full story that… Read More Achari Mushroom Samosa
Raksha Bandhan is here and it is the time to renew the bonds between brothers and sisters over a plate of yummy food. A day that celebrates the unique bond between brothers and sisters, Rakhi is here. And to make the day more special here are some curated recipes: Read the full story that first… Read More Recipes for Raksha Bandhan