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Payal

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Food in the mind, Bollywood in the heart - these two things often shimmer in Payal's writing. Besides penning thoughts, Payal enjoys a playful tango with new and delicious recipes. Roaming around is her jam; whether catching up on the latest flicks or grooving to the beat, Payal knows how to keep her empty moments brimming with flavour and rhythm.
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    • Mattha Aloo Recipe: How To Make This Famous Curry From Uttar Pradesh

      Mattha Aloo stands out for its simplicity. Made with basic ingredients and cooked in minutes, this dish is light, refreshing and deeply satisfying.

    • Street-Style Ragda Chaat Recipe: How To Make Mumbai's Favourite Chaat At Home

      Ragda chaat is a popular Mumbai street food made with white peas, cooked with potatoes until soft, and combined with onions, tomatoes, spices, chutneys, and lemon juice.

    • How To Make Bombay-Style Aloo Frankie At Home

      The Frankie is prepared with a crisp potato patty wrapped in a thin roti, layered with shredded carrots, onions, tangy chutneys and a special Frankie masala.

    • 5 Things You Should Never Do Right After Eating (And What To Do Instead)

      What you do after eating can make or break your digestion. From tea and coffee to workouts and naps, here are 5 common mistakes to avoid after a meal - and what to do instead for a healthier gut.

    • 7 Easy Indian Breakfast Ideas Perfect For Monsoon Days

      Craving something hot on a rainy morning? Try these quick and healthy Indian breakfast recipes that are easy to make and perfect for monsoon days.

    • 7 Common Mistakes That Ruin The Taste And Texture Of Sabzi

      Washing vegetables the wrong way can lead to nutrient loss. Many people wash them after bringing them from the market and then wash them again after cutting, which drains some of the nutrients.

    • What Is Panch Phoran And How To Use This Spice In Cooking

      Panch Phoran, also called Panch Phoron, is an authentic spice blend made from five whole spices: fenugreek seeds, nigella seeds, mustard seeds, cumin seeds and fennel seeds.

    • How To Make Kolkata's Famous Churmur Chaat At Home In 10 Minutes

      Crispy, tangy and loaded with spice, Kolkata's Churmur Chaat is street food comfort in a bowl. Here is how you can recreate this crunchy street food at home.

    • Maharashtrian Masala Rice Recipe: Easy One-Pot Rice You Can Cook Anytime

      Maharashtrian Masala Rice is usually made with vegetables like brinjal, carrot, cabbage, kundru and potato. It is quite similar to pulao but what makes it stand apart is the addition of a special spice blend called Goda Masala.

    • How To Make Classic Udikache Modak This Ganesh Chaturthi

      This year Ganesh Chaturthi will start on 27 August 2025. Homes and pandals are decorated for the arrival of Lord Ganesha. People bring the idol of Lord Ganesha into their homes and worship him with devotion for ten days.

    • Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Date, Muhurat Timings, And 5 Classic Bhog Recipes

      Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 with the right timings and delicious food. Check the date, muhurat, and 5 must-make bhog recipes for a joyful festival.

    • When Is Sharad Navratri? Make These Classic Recipes For Fasting

      Navratri is a popular festival in India celebrated with great enthusiasm. Although Navratri occurs four times a year, two of them are Gupt Navratri. Of these, Chaitra Navratri and Sharad Navratri hold special significance.

    • Independence Day 2025: 8 Tricolour Recipes That Bring The Indian Flag To Your Table

      Since Independence Day celebrates both freedom and the diversity of Indian culture, there is no better way to mark the occasion than through food. Cooking dishes that reflect the colours of the national flag adds a special touch to the day.

    • Visiting Mathura, Vrindavan This Janmashtami? 7 Street Foods Not To Miss There

      Janmashtami celebrations in Mathura and Vrindavan have a different charm, which is perhaps why devotees of Shri Krishna travel there to celebrate his birthday. The idols of Radha Krishna in the Banke Bihari Temple of Mathura and the Prem Mandir of Vrindavan are specially decorated ...

    • Janmashtami 2025: 6 Delicious Sweets That Are Popularly Made During The Festival

      Janmashtami is also celebrated with a variety of delicious dishes and sweets. These sweets are believed to be among Lord Krishna's favorites, so you can prepare them on Janmashtami this year to offer to the Lord.

    • When Is Janmashtami 2025? Prepare These 5 Traditional Recipes For The Occasion

      Janmashtami is a major Hindu festival celebrated with deep devotion across India. While the entire country marks the occasion with enthusiasm, the spirit in Mathura and Vrindavan.

    • What To Pack In The Tiffin? Try These 7 Regional Indian Lunchbox Recipes

      Regional Indian dishes are often created with practicality in mind. Many of them are designed to stay fresh for long hours, do not spoil easily, and offer a balance of carbs, proteins, and vegetables.

    • Better Than Haldi Doodh? Punjabi Sheera Is An Ultimate Monsoon Immunity Drink

      Punjabi Sheera is often compared to a desi-style semi-thick soup, loaded with warming ingredients like gram flour, almonds, turmeric, saffron, cardamom, and black pepper. Each component brings its own health benefits.

    • How To Make Udupi Masala Chitranna (Rice) For Lunch

      One such dish is Udupi-style masala chitranna, a delicious one-pot rice preparation that is especially popular during festive occasions.

    • Monsoon Special Tips To Make Perfect Aloo Paneer Bread Pakora At Home

      While rainy season cravings extend to kachori, fries, and aloo bonda, crispy bread pakora with green and sweet chutney is a classic combination that's hard to resist.

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    Payal

    Food in the mind, Bollywood in the heart - these two things often shimmer in Payal's writing. Besides penning thoughts, Payal enjoys a playful tango with new and delicious recipes. Roaming around is her jam; whether catching up on the latest flicks or grooving to the beat, Payal knows how to keep her empty moments brimming with flavour and rhythm.