traditional indian food

From idli and pongal to khichdi and dhokla, these dishes have travelled through centuries yet remain staples on Indian plates.

From Lucknow to Chennai, discover 5 iconic eateries still lovingly run by families across generations, preserving recipes older than India’s independence.

From searching for authentic Maharashtrian recipes to amassing over nine million YouTube subscribers, Madhura Bachal turned her passion for home cooking into a global community.

From Sandhan Valley to Shimla, the best dhabas in India are the heart of road trips. Whether it’s a late-night stop for samosas or a plate of butter-dripping paranthas, these humble spots are packed with history and flavour. Want to know where to find the best traditional food?

Cooks who trained in Sri Krishna temple in Udupi as part of the annadhana service moved to different parts of the country to open Udupi hotels. Watch how this eventually led to the curbing of caste-based segregation in public spaces.

A unique initiative in Tunisia is using India's moringa tree to transform Maghreb’s agricultural landscape and fight against desertification.