Akbar

There was a time when some Indians could say “Jisko na de maula, usko de Asaf-ud-Daula” in praise of their ruler’s economic policies. Here are some lessons from those times.

Given the part that it played in India’s freedom movement, onions aren’t only an indispensable ingredient, they also carry emotional weight! #FoodSecrets

First grown in the Deccan plateau back in the 14th century BC, our favourite dal has only flourished over the millenniums. One can safely say our comfort food is rooted in prehistoric times!

"Better to die with dignity than live without self-respect. I have served my motherland for a long time, and at a time like this, I won't let it be stained. There is no option but to fight."

Unveiling a tale that is sure to tease your taste buds, we trace the gastronomic journey of Mughal cuisine in India from Babur to Aurangzeb.

When and how did khichdi become such an iconic and integral part of Indian cuisine? Here’s the fascinating story.

Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great wasn’t the first one to start this tradition of honouring learned men as the nine jewels of his kingdom - through his navratnas are certainly the most famous.

The Kangra fort is India's oldest dated fort, said to be built around 3,500 years ago by Maharaja Susharma Chandra, a descendant of the Katoch family.

If you are a die-hard fan of dal, take things up a notch and tease your taste buds a little more with these interesting stories about this simple yet undeniable delicious dish.

In 2001, India’s ‘Cultural Capital’ Calcutta was renamed Kolkata “in order to match Bengali pronunciation”. However, the origins of the city’s name are still shrouded in mystery. Here are some of the most popular theories regarding the origins of the name of India’s City of Joys.