Cook pasta in well-salted water until al dente and reserve some cooking water. Blend basil, garlic, nuts, cheese, and olive oil to a coarse pesto. Toss hot pasta with pesto, loosening with reserved ...

In conversation with Debanjana Roy, home cook and founder of Kolkata’s Table13 Supper Club, travel and food come together on one table. Inspired by her journeys across Turkey, Thailand, Italy, and ...

The final meal of Mahatma Gandhi on 30 January 1948 was a testament to his lifelong commitment to simplicity, health, and non-violence. By examining the modest contents of his last repast, we can ...

Strain whey by passing it through a muslin cloth or kitchen towel. Knead into a dough. Take a plate or tray. Roll the dough ...

In a blender, add the strawberry and banana purees. Blend it once. Add the vanilla ice cream. Blend until smooth. Pour it ...

Strawberry shortcake works best as a relaxed, assemble-at-the-last-minute dessert. Fresh fruit, lightly sweetened cream, and soft cake layers keep it approachable and suitable for sharing. It is ...

Auria, the tangy, curd-based potato curry of Jammu’s Dogri kitchens, is fading from the tables. Once a cherished family staple, it now survives in memory and home kitchens. Yet with a little care, its ...

An espresso martini is meant to be sharp, aromatic, and clean, not sweet or syrupy. Using freshly brewed espresso gives the drink its defining crema and depth, while proper shaking creates the light ...

When milk cake caramelises, it smells like cooked milk. Kalakand smells fresher and lighter, with a clean dairy smell. When you cut milk cake, it stays together and doesn't fall apart. Kalakand is ...

Coffee risotto tastes warm and slightly bitter, with a smooth as well as creamy texture. The roasted flavour is comforting and stays on gently after each bite. Matcha risotto tastes fresh and lightly ...

The world observes International Croissant Day on 30 January every year. It's a day to celebrate this famous dessert that has ...

Soak chana dal and urad dal for 6 hours, then grind with rice into a coarse batter. Steam the batter in a greased tray for 20 ...