Culture

From Kerala's Veppilakatti to Manipur's Sha Machal, these unique spice blends make use of unusual culinary ingredients that define cuisine of these regions. #FoodSecrets #EdibleHeritage

Seen the celebratory pictures of Hima Das, with medals around her neck or the national flag in her arms? There is another recurring element in all her pictures. It’s the Assamese Gamosa around her neck! #Heritage

“We are not poor. Maybe we do not have enough in monetary terms, but we are enriched by the blessings of nature." #AareyForest #Mumbai #Unique

A fixture in Bengali households for decades, this potent, punchy condiment is not your usual mustard sauce. Little wonder it’s becoming a culinary darling in gourmet kitchens across the world! #FoodSecrets #EdibleHeritage

The Durga Puja pandal by the Indraprastha Matri Mandir Nirman Society at Aradhana Park in IP Extension has gone further and used recycled items sourced from junkyards and scrap dealers. With gas cylinders for heads and steel scrap for bodies, the idols are accompanied with decorations made from used bulbs and soft drink cans.

“Food takes the center stage in our videos,” laugh Insiya and Saptarshi, whose viral videos on Bengali food have inspired over 5 lakh people all across the world!

A close-knit community, they have an incredible sense of pride in their tradition and culture.

From initiating ‘bhutayajna’ for ants and insects to preventing chicken pox, the strokes of Alpona have tied together the social fabric of Bengal for eons. #History #Heritage #PhotoStory

Attempts to grow this unique lime beyond the borders of Bengal have repeatedly failed. Yet its tantalising fragrance has travelled across the seas all the way to England!

The store gained popularity for its quality of books and diversity of subjects, for its proprietor had the skill to track down rare and in-demand books.