Food

This winter, explore the diverse world of Indian chai beyond the classic ‘adrak wali chai’. From Kerala’s sweet-sour Sulaimani to Bengal’s tangy Lebu Cha, each tea tells a story of culture, history, and warmth.

From mawa gujia to Tirunelveli’s ukkarai, these traditional Diwali recipes once filled Indian homes with the aroma of ghee, cardamom, and celebration. Here’s a look at five festive favourites worth reviving — complete with easy recipes to try this season.

Started in 1953, Elloras has lived on Dehradun’s Rajpur Road for so long it's become one with the landscape. It serves stick jaws, plum cakes, and more.

Old Fashioned Gourmet is a labour of love by a woman who dealt with adversity at a young age. This legacy is now being furthered by her daughter.

A century-old tea stall in Serampore, West Bengal, runs entirely on trust. With no paid staff, this humble stall is kept alive by a group of locals who serve tea out of love.

Chef Radhika Khandelwal’s dishes tell a story of roots, resilience, and reinvention. At Delhi’s Trouble Trouble at Fig & Maple, wild indigenous produce meets contemporary imagination.

Near Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, there’s a farm-to-table dining experience you mustn’t miss. Palaash uses the open-fire techniques of cooking to bring a modern twist to desi classics.

Meet Rajni Bector, the trailblazing founder of Cremica Foods, who built a multi-crore food empire by selling ice-creams, breads, biscuits and sauces from her backyard.

Sagar Malhotra left a flourishing banking career to follow his passion for food. He founded Chakh De Chole and created India's first-ever chhole kulche vending machine, bringing authentic street food with a modern twist. This is his story.

Goa offers a rich blend of culinary delights. Savour seafood at iconic eateries like Vinayak and Souza Lobo or indulge in a feast at Martin’s Corner.