Food & Drinks
Varanasi Has A 80-Year-Old Hidden Chaat Gem, Locals Know Exactly Where To Find It
While shops like Deena Chaat Bhandar, Ram Bhandar and Kashi Chat Bhandar are popular names, locals know Devi Chaat Bhandar serves the most authentic chaat.
- November 08, 2026 18:55 IST
This Mini Diwali Snack Board Is The Easiest Way To Impress Guests
This easy yet impressive Mini Diwali Snack Board brings together creamy jalapeno cheese balls, crispy potato poppers and avocado-topped chaklis on one festive platter.
- November 08, 2026 12:35 IST
This Diwali Treat Looks Exactly Like A Phuljhadi, And You Can Eat It
The edible phuljhadis are made with crispy buttery cookie sticks dipped in white chocolate and home-made silver glitter.
- November 08, 2026 11:12 IST
This Viral Dhokla Chaat Is The Diwali Party Starter You Need
This festive season, give your snack spread a delicious upgrade with dhokla chaat. This easy recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet, spicy and savoury.
- November 08, 2026 09:53 IST
Check If The Chandi Varq On Your Kaju Katli Is Real Or Fake With This Simple Test
Amid Diwali festivities, the Maharashtra Food Authority has shared a simple test to check the authenticity of silver foil on popular sweets.
- November 07, 2026 16:53 IST
Diwali Special: Padma Lakshmi Shares Her Family's 50-Year-Old Mysore Pak Recipe
The sweet comes together with just a handful of ingredients: water, sugar, gram flour and generous amounts of ghee.
- November 07, 2026 14:47 IST
Looking For A Diwali Party Drink? This 5-Minute Spicy Coke Recipe Will Be A Hit
Upgrade your Diet Coke with this special masala-and-jalapeo recipe, curated for Diwali parties.
- November 07, 2026 11:15 IST
5 Ways To Get Smoky Tandoor Flavour Without A Traditional Tandoor
Chef Brijesh Singh shares five simple techniques to recreate that signature restaurant-style taste in your own kitchen.
- November 06, 2026 20:15 IST
Ophelia Has Company! I Visited The Ashok's New Italian Restaurant Dodicci With A Different Vibe
Dodicci is a strong addition to The Ashok's dining scene, especially if you want a proper meal without the louder, more energetic atmosphere of a party destination.
- November 06, 2026 17:04 IST
Why Are People Gathering For This Rs 20 Chole Papdi At 2 AM In Varanasi?
A viral video has put the spotlight on a late-night street food stall in Varanasi, where an elderly vendor serves chole papdi from 2 AM to 6 AM.
- November 06, 2026 16:01 IST
Skip Store-Bought Mithai, Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's Khoya Kurmura Barfi Is Perfect For Your Diwali Menu
Made with rich khoya and crunchy kurmura, this delightful sweet treat by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor brings together indulgent flavours.
- November 06, 2026 15:59 IST
Last-Minute Diwali Guests? Make These Easy Indian Snacks In 5 Minutes
Whether you are planning a Diwali card party or an impromptu get-together, these quick Indian snacks will help you serve something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.
- November 06, 2026 11:46 IST
Video: Inside A Factory Making Gujarati Patra In Bulk From Arbi Leaves
The viral video takes viewers inside a famous brand's production unit in Bardoli to show the large-scale process of making Gujarati patra.
- November 06, 2026 11:20 IST
Amla Mooli Ka Koocha Is The Winter Chutney Your Meals Need, Says Nutritionist
The recipe includes amla, radish, tomato, garlic, ginger, coriander and soya leaves.
- November 05, 2026 22:01 IST
Give Your Diwali Menu A Healthy Twist With This 30-Min Crispy, Creamy Snack
The recipe includes hung curd, paneer, cheese, chopped onion, and coriander leaves.
- November 05, 2026 18:07 IST
7 Oil-Free Indian Snacks You Can Make Quickly In Air Fryer For Your Diwali Party
From cheesy bites and kebabs to crunchy makhana, these air fryer snacks are just what you need to put together a fuss-free Diwali party menu.
- November 04, 2026 18:48 IST
4 Star Hotel Catering, Thick Dal, Soft Rotis: Review Of New Vande Bharat Sleeper Menu
Passengers travelling on the newest Vande Bharat Sleeper train will be served a variety of regional dishes for breakfast and dinner.
- November 03, 2026 17:36 IST
How To Check Diwali Sweets For Adulteration With Simple Home Tests
As Diwali sweet exchanges reach their peak, knowing what's inside your mithai box is just as important as choosing it. Here's how to check for common signs of adulteration at home.
- November 03, 2026 17:28 IST
Diwali Special: Try This Colourful Chaat Cups Recipe To Impress Your Guests
The chaat cups were made with chickpeas, potatoes, beetroot dahi, chutneys and lots of sev.
- November 03, 2026 13:53 IST


















