Food

Inside the moody Japanese hideaway bringing speakeasy vibes to Bengaluru

Published on Aug 25, 2026 01:18 pm IST

UNO Izakaya at JW Marriott has speakeasy energy and zero pretence.

From ditching cornstarch to oils over spices: Asian cuisine gets a healthy twist

The biggest hurdle Asian cuisine has faced in India is the stigma surrounding added MSG and the use of heavy spices that cause acidity.

Updated on Aug 24, 2026 04:20 pm IST

Gwyneth Paltrow trolled for calling besan chilla ‘savoury Indian pancakes’

Gwyneth Paltrow posted a video of her cooking besan chilla.

Updated on Aug 21, 2026 12:00 am IST

Chef Kunal Kapur’s 2-minute easy besan cheela recipe needs just a sandwich maker

Chef Kunal Kapur shares a hassle-free method to prepare besan cheela using a sandwich maker.

Updated on Aug 17, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Confused by restaurant menus? 8 tips to order a satisfying meal

Fine dining experience can be enhanced by ensuring you understand the kitchen's culinary strengths.

Published on Aug 14, 2026 05:36 pm IST

FDA crackdown spurs popularity of interactive restaurant kitchens

A growing number of restaurants are joining a new trend

Updated on Aug 22, 2026 01:20 pm IST

Here’s what India needs to know about the common myth surrounding frozen food

Frozen food myths India needs to stop believing.

Updated on Aug 12, 2026 06:01 pm IST

This aesthetic Bengaluru restaurant proves it's more than just good looks

Inside Amicii: in a city of pretty restaurants, this Bengaluru spot has flavour to match. (Pics: Amicii and Sanya Panwar)

Updated on Aug 07, 2026 11:59 pm IST

International Beer Day | How chefs are using beer to reinvent classic delicacies

Beer infused Awadh kebab fritters by Chef Avinash Kumar which are available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian versions and beer-infused mutton bhuna ghost by chef Sanjeev Kapoor

Updated on Aug 06, 2026 04:29 pm IST

Bhindi turning slimy? Chef shares the right way to wash, cut and cook it

Okra has a slimy texture. Know what is the correct way to cook it!

Published on Aug 06, 2026 03:41 pm IST

Want home-cooked meals to look like fine dining? Chef shares 5 plating secrets

Know how you can recreate a fine dining experience at home with the help of food presentation.

Updated on Aug 04, 2026 06:06 pm IST

Dosa sticking to pan? Chef shares what you are doing wrong

Dosa is a beloved delicacy. But when homecooks face a common problem when they try to make it.

Published on Aug 05, 2026 08:59 am IST

TUA review: 7 dishes, drinks to try at Kolkata’s new drink and dine destination

TUA is a newly launced drink and dine establishment on Lee Read, Kolkata.

Updated on Aug 03, 2026 03:13 pm IST

Common mistakes to avoid while storing kitchen essentials

Common kitchen storage mistakes you need to stop making.

Published on Jul 30, 2026 04:34 pm IST

National Cheesecake Day: The most bizarre cheesecake records ever

Ahead of National Cheesecake Day, a look at the dessert's most extraordinary world records

Updated on Jul 30, 2026 11:51 am IST

This South America-inspired restaurant makes you forget you’re in Bengaluru

At The Azulian House inside The Leela Palace Bengaluru, I was served a vibrant feast featuring fresh beet salad, super fresh guacamole, ceviche, and sourdough. (Pic: The Leela)

Published on Jul 29, 2026 09:00 am IST

Think Mexican food is just spicy? Here's your guide to authentic Mexican cuisine

As authentic Mexican restaurants find a growing audience in India, diners are becoming more curious than ever about the cuisine's true identity.

Updated on Jul 26, 2026 12:33 pm IST

Tried and Tested: Revamping my kitchen and cooking habits with Tramontina

I tried three products from Tramontina and here's my review.

Updated on Jul 26, 2026 03:00 pm IST

Why are millets entering fine dining? Expert reveals what makes them gourmet

Millets are now earning a spot on fine dining menu.

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 02:42 pm IST

Testing Naga Chaitanya’s Pan-Asian restaurant in Bengaluru: Everything I ate

My Shoyu order came with sustainable kraft packaging, labelled boxes, a printed menu, and little jars of burnt chilli oil and soy. Nothing leaked. (Pic: Sanya Panwar)

Published on Jul 23, 2026 06:01 pm IST

Why Chef Ranveer Brar always dries potatoes before frying them; see cooking hack

Chef Ranveer Brar shares one kitchen hack that makes frying potatoes safer

Updated on Jul 21, 2026 04:57 pm IST

Stop throwing away coriander stems: Chef Ranveer Brar says it has all flavours

Don't just use coriander leaves; add the stems to your dishes too.

Updated on Jul 20, 2026 11:59 am IST

Here are 5 specialty coffee myths every caffeine lover should stop believing

These coffee myths every caffeine lover should stop believing.

Updated on Jul 19, 2026 03:00 pm IST

PM Modi gifted Bihar's thekua to Slovak leader: What is this traditional sweet?

PM Modi gifts thekua to Slovak leader, elevating a Bihari delicacy to global fame.

Published on Jul 17, 2026 08:59 pm IST

I dined with chef Kunal Kapur at his new restaurant: 3.5 hours, 8 courses…

POV: You go to interview chef Kunal Kapur at his new restaurant and end up getting a 10-minute masterclass on sesame oil for your routine tofu dinner. (Pics: Pincode Bengaluru)

Published on Jul 17, 2026 01:41 pm IST

Mumbai food groups feel the industry required the nudge to improve on hygiene

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Updated on Jul 16, 2026 05:37 pm IST

Chef Avinash Martins’ new Bengaluru restaurant pairs fine dining with lake views

At Janot, chef Aarnav Merchant walked me through the story behind every dish, making the fine-dining experience feel incredibly personal, relaxed, and fun. (Pics: Janot)

Published on Jul 15, 2026 12:54 pm IST