Want to know what's hot in India's food scene this year? From bars redefining the drinking culture to sustainable dining, here are the trends you need to know.
Looking for the best all-day diners in Chennai? Whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these spots have delicious options for any time of the day.
One of the standout Badaga dishes is the Badaga Kappu Koi Udhakka or chicken curry. The key to the dish is the flavourful spice powder.
There are accounts that suggest that the cake-mixing traditions have been part of British culture since the 17th century. This quintessential English tradition first began as plum porridge.
Most Chennaites will tell you that the city is the ice cream capital of India.
Indian mackerel is not only one of the most widely available fish varieties in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and across India, but it also cooks quickly and is relatively affordable.
This Diwali, indulge yourself and your family with these unique and mouth-watering South Indian snacks.
This unique twist to a vadai is made with powdered rock candy and sometimes served with rock candy for its unique textures and extra sugary appeal.
Breakfast Dishes In Chennai: From crispy dosas to chicken curry to vada curry, there's more than one type of local Chennai breakfast.
Many of the mixologists in Chennai are tapping into the region's strong culinary heritage and leaning on local ingredients to create unique beverage experiences.
While these South Indian drinks are perfect for summer, they are equally satisfying around the year when you need a refreshing beverage that also cools you down:
Kuzhi paniyaram is one of the most popular street food dishes in many parts of South India
Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Chennai: From Andhra meals to Bengali food to platters from the North East, Chennai's pocket-friendly meals have something for everyone.
Onam 2024: This year, Chennai offers a wide array of options that include talented home chefs who are collaborating with restaurants and hotels as well as established Kerala cuisine restaurants
The Kerala Sadya (literally means banquet) is an elaborate meal with at least 20 different dishes. Find out more about it below.
Theres a unique energy that permeates Bhubaneshwar, its vibrant and yet you dont get the hustle that you associate with most Indian cities.
Under the 2010 'Food for Freedom' initiative by the Kerala government, the kitchens in prisons were modernised and the inmates were trained to cook basic food essentials that would then be sold to the general public.
Kalpasi is essentially dried lichen that grows in the lower levels of Kodaikanal. It is used in several dishes in the Chettinad cuisine.
Some of Chennai's new dining hotspots were inspired by such eureka moments during trips to destinations as diverse as Istanbul and London.
Malli Pongal is a delicious twist on classic Pongal, making it a perfect choice for breakfast, a light snack, or a light dinner.
I am the proverbial slashie - a Content architect, writer, speaker and cultural intelligence coach. School lunch boxes are usually the beginning of our culinary discoveries. That curiosity hasn’t waned. It’s only got stronger as I’ve explored culinary cultures, street food and fine dining restaurants in some of the world’s most remote corners. From fresh seafood in Hokkaido, Japan to Pub crawls in European beer capitals like Munich and Prague, I’ve discovered cultures and destinations through culinary motifs.
During my stint with NDTV Food, I've enjoyed sharing recipes, stories, international food trends and culinary discoveries from across the world, as well as deep diving into southern India's rich culinary heritage. I am equally passionate about writing on consumer tech and travel.