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Somdatta Saha

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Explorer- this is what Somdatta likes to call herself. Be it in terms of food, people or places, all she craves for is to know the unknown. If you want to her whereabouts, check her social media handles; you will find her either somewhere in the hills with her friends and books or in restaurants or in her kitchen experimenting with some weirdest form of food. A simple aglio olio pasta or daal-chawal and a good movie can make her day.
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    • Where To Eat Haleem In Hyderabad: 7 Places That Serve It All Year

      Looking for Haleem in Hyderabad beyond Ramzan? Discover the best restaurants serving this comforting, slow-cooked delicacy all year round - some even deliver straight to your doorstep.

    • 5 Easy Ways To Tell If Your Dough Is Ready To Bake

      Whether you are preparing a batch of simple pav, tackling an ambitious sourdough, or just kneading away your stress, learning to recognise the signs of a well-proofed dough is key.

    • What Sustainable Eating Looks Like When You Are Not Trying To Impress Instagram

      Discover the everyday impact of mindful food choices with simple, practical tips for sustainable eating that benefit your health and the planet - no frills, just flavour and purpose.

    • What Is The Difference Between Dal Baati, Dal Bafla And Litti Chokha

      From Rajasthan's festive spread to Bihar's rustic litti chokha and Madhya Pradesh's comfort food, here is a regional guide to these iconic Indian comfort food dishes.

    • Best Chilli Fish In Kolkata: 7 Restaurants That Get It Perfect Every Time

      Whether dry or saucy, chilli fish is usually paired with fried rice or noodles and has been loved across generations.

    • This Fire-Roasted Tomato-Garlic Chutney Could Be Your New Favourite Food Fix

      Charred, rustic, bold and earthy, smoky tomato-garlic chutney is full of attitude. It is the kind of chutney that could give the Mexican salsa a run for its money.

    • Celebrate Teej 2025 With These 5 Traditional Indian Sweets - Ghewar, Malpua And More

      Teej 2025: After a day-long vrat (fast) and ritual worship, women break their fast with a festive thali packed with symbolic sweets.

    • Sawan 2025: This Easy Mango Peda Recipe Is The Perfect Addition To Your Vrat Thali

      Sawan ka mahina calls for meals that are simple and wholesome. And mango peda strikes the perfect chord.

    • How To Reduce Bloating And Belly Fat: This 5-Ingredient Morning Powder May Help

      Rooted in traditional wellness practices and backed by emerging science, this five-ingredient mix could ease bloating, support digestion, and even aid in inch loss.

    • Dum Ke Roat Recipe: What Goes Into Making Hyderabad's Beloved Cookie

      At the heart of this legacy sits dum ke roat - a dense, saffron-kissed cookie that is baked low and slow. Once a sacred offering, it has now become an all-season favourite.

    • How To Recover From A Weekend Binge: Your Easy Indian Monday Reset Plan

      A reset does not require skipping meals or extreme detox diets. Instead, it is about choosing foods that make the body feel lighter, energised, and ready to take on the week.

    • How Dal Puri Crossed Oceans And Became Mauritius' Iconic Dholl Puri

      Mauritius has a breath-taking landscape and a delicious food culture too and dholl puri sits right at the top of its street food pecking order.

    • How Britain Gave Us Chicken Tikka Masala - And Why India Took It Back

      Born in Britain, embraced worldwide, and finally making a flavourful return to Indian menus, chicken tikka masala is a delicious lesson in cultural cross-pollination.

    • Where To Sip Coffee In Hyderabad When It Rains: 6 Best Cafes For Monsoon Mood

      Whether you are stepping out with an umbrella or staying curled up inside, here are some of our favourite coffee spots in Hyderabad made for rainy-day unwinding.

    • What India Packs For Lunch: A Delicious Tour Through Tiffin Boxes Across States

      If you are curious about what the country really eats at 1 pm, this guide takes you through packed favourites from across states.

    • Have You Tried Khar - The Alkaline Dish That Opens Every Assamese Meal

      Interestingly, khar is both an ingredient and a dish. It is a traditional alkaline solution made by filtering water through the ashes of sun-dried banana peels, specifically from the local bhim kol variety.

    • Perfect Idlis, Even In Monsoon: Fermentation Tips To Save Your Batter

      As humidity climbs and temperatures fluctuate, the fermentation process becomes unpredictable, leaving even seasoned cooks scratching their heads. Read on.

    • What To Eat On A Rainy Evening: 8 Comforting Bowls Perfect For Ordering In

      Rainy evenings call for more than just an umbrella - they awaken cravings for something warm, familiar, and deeply satisfying. Here's what to reach for when the skies pour and your soul seeks comfort by the spoonful.

    • Sourdough With A Desi Twist: Here's How You Can Make It Your Own

      Long before sourdough became a trend, Indian kitchens were already practising the quiet art of fermentation.

    • Are Breakfast Smoothies As Healthy As You Think? Experts Weigh In

      If you too start your day with a smoothie, you might want to pause and read on. While it is packed with healthful ingredients, the combination, temperature, and timing of consumption may make the option less ideal as your first meal of the day.

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    Somdatta Saha

    Explorer- this is what Somdatta likes to call herself. Be it in terms of food, people or places, all she craves for is to know the unknown. If you want to her whereabouts, check her social media handles; you will find her either somewhere in the hills with her friends and books or in restaurants or in her kitchen experimenting with some weirdest form of food. A simple aglio olio pasta or daal-chawal and a good movie can make her day.