The Shades of Red- Chillies of India
Any food lover across the globe would agree that chilli is not so much for the taste as it is the state of mind. Read our blog to know more about the many kinds of chillies of India!
Stories and Memories
Turmeric: The Golden Spice
Natural plants and plant products have been used throughout human history for various purposes. Some of the plants from which these natural products are derived are many years old. Many of these products are produced as a result of secondary metabolites as a natural defence mechanism against infections. One such...
All you need to know about Cold-pressed Oils!
The history of cold-pressed oils is one of the most interesting stories in the world of natural nutrition. The health benefits of cold-pressed oils are well documented in the scientific literature. There is a lot of information out there about cold-pressed oils and the health benefits they provide. This information...
Storing Cold Pressed Oils
Even though cold-pressed oils are stable at room temperature, they are perishable products. Cold-pressed oils have a tendency to go rancid much before the expiry date simply because they are free of chemical solvents! Here are some quick tips to improve the shelf-life of your beloved cold pressed oils!
Marvelous Masala Dabba
My early memories of masala dabba are from when I first started to learn cooking. The carefree, impatient me would often be chastised by my mother for tilting the box and causing a mishap of mixed spices in the box. It was a pretty serious kitchen offence and my mother...
Leap of Faith
It was a hot summer evening and I was making a list of things to take with me for my first time away from home. I was excited about my new job, living on my own and being ‘independent’. My list had all kinds of things - my favorite mug,...