Gums secreted by trees are a treasure trove of nutrition – over the years, communities have utilised them in preparing healthy seasonal delicacies

During my visit to Hyderabad in December last year, I was intrigued at the sight of fresh pods of pigeon peas (tooror arhar dal) being sold on the...

During a recent trip to Uttarakhand, I was walking through the village of Dhanachuli with a few friends. One thing that caught my attention was huge,...

Ever wondered how food was preserved at a time when there were no refrigerators or electricity and only Grandma or Mother Nature to turn to? It was...

Poi saag is a favourite in most Bengali homes. Lip-smacking dishes and snacks are prepared with this leafy vegetable. Mong toi in Vietnam, shaan choi...