Why do Indians decorate sweets with silver and gold? The reasons span Ayurveda, royal cuisine, religious purity, and modern celebration.
The silver coating on kaju katli has long raised doubts among vegetarians. Once made using animal tissue, silver vark has since undergone a major shift after FSSAI regulations. Here is what you need to know ...
Come Diwali and you cannot miss the lovely display of mithai and dry fruit decorated with Silver Leaf or chandi-ka-warq. Passers-by look at their rich glitter and are tempted to enter the shop and buy ...