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Ruchika Garg

Ruchika Garg

Ruchika Garg writes on food, health, culture, and lifestyle for the Daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT City.

Articles by Ruchika Garg

Rethinking the Indian plate: Why our diet needs a nutritional reset

The findings raise a crucial question: if our traditional diet hasn’t changed drastically, why are lifestyle diseases increasing now?

Updated on Nov 06, 2025 06:11 pm IST

Bihar's thekua revolution: Start-ups give the humble snack a modern twist

Thekua, a deep-fried cookie made with wheat flour, jaggery, and ghee, is one of Bihar’s most beloved traditional sweets.

Updated on Oct 28, 2025 04:37 pm IST

What’s your sign? There’s an aroma for that!

Pranna’s zodiac-inspired collection (starting at Rs. 500) is all about enhancing personalities through aromas aligned with each star sign

Updated on Oct 30, 2025 06:11 pm IST

Don’t miss a beat: Rising threat of sudden cardiac death in young adults

Every year, thousands of young people suffer sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). In India, SCD accounts for 10.3% of all recallable mortality, disproportionately affecting younger, economically productive population. Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Updated on Oct 01, 2025 12:47 pm IST

Rimpy Pilaannia: Designing luxury in simplicity

Published on Sept 22, 2025 01:14 pm IST

Take 5: From world plates to punjabi heirlooms

Mi Piaci is refined yet playful Italian dining experience right in Mehrauli with a view of Qutub Minar

Published on Sept 14, 2025 10:37 am IST

A celebration of India’s rich culinary history

Prathibha Prahlad, Davinder Kumar and Pushpesh Pant
Photo Credit: Raajessh Kashyap

HTCity Delhi Junction

Published on Sept 09, 2025 12:01 pm IST

A modern makeover for Modaks this ganesh chaturthi

Hocco’s Modak-Shaped Classic and Chocolate Ice Cream flavours

Published on Aug 25, 2025 12:34 pm IST

Can stress and burnout lead to cancer?

Large studies show that chronic stress and burnout are associated with higher cancer incidence and worse outcomes, but they rarely prove that stress alone causes cancer.

Updated on Aug 21, 2025 11:02 am IST

Krishna Janmashtami: Where flavours meet devotion

Radha Krishna cake from The Sinful Spoon

Updated on Aug 16, 2025 11:10 am IST

Take 5: The culinary hotspots of the month

With a live kitchen and pasta bar seating, guests get a front-row view of the cooking

Updated on Jul 28, 2025 01:12 pm IST

Indulge in the art of wellness in Bangkok

Traditional Thai massage Wat Po's, one of the oldest massage schools in Bangkok

Published on Jul 16, 2025 05:59 pm IST

From Kunafa to lazy cakes: The chocolate trends that broke the internet

The craze for Kunafa chocolates was such that it lead to the shortage of pischatios across the globe and a rise in prices.

Updated on Jul 07, 2025 12:09 pm IST

Where stories live: Inside Payal Jain's house

The rustic bookshelf in the background — crafted from discarded railway berth — adds a vintage charm to the space. “I collected and converted them into a shelf and bar,” shares Payal

Updated on Jul 05, 2025 09:57 am IST

Sips with a side of surprise: The rise of edible cocktail garnishes in India

The star drink, The Hottie, is a bold blend of pepperoni-infused tequila, hot honey, and lime.

Updated on Jun 23, 2025 02:15 pm IST

Sit back to savour mindfulness on this Sauntering Day

Eateries are encouraging customers to slow it down while eating

Published on Jun 19, 2025 03:49 pm IST

From Biryani to Black Salt—A Michelin star’s culinary exploration in India

Oriol went to Indian Accent, Bukhara - ITC Maurya, Inja, and Dhilli— and found them unique in their own way.
Photo Credit: Culinary Culture

Published on Jun 06, 2025 10:00 am IST

From plate to gut: The silent threat of microplastics

Microplastics enter the food chain through various pathways

Updated on Jun 05, 2025 11:20 am IST

In love with the shape of you: A culinary tribute

So no matter what shape and size a potato is, it can uplift your mood in no time

Published on May 30, 2025 10:00 am IST

#InternationalTeaDay: Where tea tells a story

The postcard is located in Durrung Tea Estate, Assam’s oldest and most storied plantations, located on the north bank of the Brahmaputra River.

Published on May 21, 2025 01:06 pm IST

In the face of war, India’s spirit shines bright

Spectators leave after the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was abandoned at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on May 8, 2025.
Photo: Shammi MEHRA / AFP

Updated on May 10, 2025 11:57 am IST

Getting war anxiety? Here's what to do

Everything you should know about and do if you are experiencing war anxiety

Updated on May 07, 2025 05:57 pm IST

The kesari price: Amid surge, experts suggest alternatives

One kg saffron costs Rs.5 lakhs, an all time high.

Published on May 05, 2025 12:35 pm IST

A summer sojourn through global cuisines

Pollo alla Crema Toscana con Riso alle Erbe (Chicken in White Sauce with Veggie Rice), an Italian summer special dish.

Updated on Apr 27, 2025 09:04 pm IST

Luxe meets nature: Decor ideas for refined interior

A thoughtfully curated mix of botanical-printed vases can elevate the aesthetics

Published on Apr 24, 2025 05:44 pm IST

Pahalgam attack: Terror in paradise and the toll on tourism

An Indian tourist departs after an attack in Pahalgam, about 90kms (55 miles) from Srinagar on April 23, 2025(Photo: AFP)

Updated on Apr 24, 2025 04:49 pm IST

Night Safari: Jungle adventures after hours

Leopard in Jawai, Rajasthan spotted during night safari

Updated on Apr 22, 2025 06:12 pm IST

Time capsules of India: Newly listed UNESCO tentative sites to visit in 2025

Scattered across Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha and Tamil Nadu, these roofless, circular temples on hilltops are devoted to 64 yoginis

Updated on Apr 22, 2025 12:19 pm IST

One shot at a time: Defeating Parkinson’s with badminton

64-year-old Nirmal Sahdev has recently won bronze in the state level badminton competition

Updated on Apr 11, 2025 12:47 pm IST

Adventure for everyone: Making treks accessible

Sixteen participants will head out on the maiden trek to Dayara Bugyal, (10,000 ft above sea level in Garhwal, Uttarakhand) on April 25.

Published on Apr 10, 2025 04:55 pm IST

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