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Introduction to Indian Food If you think of India, one of the first things which will cross your mind is how diverse the country is. Diversity is one of the characteristics that best describe India still today. Every area and in every state in India celebrates many different languages, dialects, unique traditions, and most importantly, Indian food recipes. Food in India is so diverse that a common Indian cooking recipe in one area may be completely stranger to the people living from another region. Two things make Indian cuisine rich and diverse. First is India's history – Over the years,...

Triphala Churna/powder is a popular ayurvedic product that is used by countless people every day. It comes with a host of health benefits and is considered to be a multi-purpose treatment for a number of symptoms ranging from dental cavities to stomach ailments. Health Benefits This powder can be beneficial for people suffering from vision-related issues, constipation, and other stomach problems. This product also ignites hunger and basically streamlines the entire digestive processes in the body. People also consume it for its anti-inflammatory properties as it is packed with Vitamin C, tannins, flavonoids, polyphenols, and saponins. It has also been...

Chicken Pickle- A food mate for every dish Pickles are the soul satiating tangy dish for which every food lover has a secret fondness. Not only vegetarian pickle made up of different citrus fruits and vegetables, these pickles are made up of non vegetarian items like prawn, chicken and even crabs. Chicken pickle is a favourite among many Indians and they generally eat it with main dishes like rice, roti, parantha and even dosa. You might wonder how might chicken pickle taste like. It is utterly delicious, very simple to prepare and can be preserved for a long time. In...

Ugadi is one of the most important festivals of Southern India. It is celebrated as a New Year in the states of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. It usually falls in month of March or April. The observance of Ugadi is determined by a lunar calendar that is traditionally followed by the people in these states. Like all the festivals in India, Ugadi too is celebrated in great fervor and gaiety. Preparations for this festival begin weeks before the actual day. People buy decorations and other amenities well in advance. They clean their households and even purchase new items for...

About Indian Pickles For thousands of years and perhaps since the beginning humans have always been busy inventing something new. Food is also an invention. From eating raw meats to eating cooked food has been a long journey for humanity. Before the fridge was invented, people would follow a lot of methods to preserve the food. Pickling was one of the methods to store the food for a longer period or year. Pickles add that extra zing to the food and take it to the next level. Pickle comes from the Dutch word ‘pekel' which means saltwater. Pickles are often...