Weaving a gastronomical world
Food truly transcends all boundaries. It binds us together and reminds us, even in diversity, we have much in common. It not only connects us, but it truly brings out the best in us. Through cooking, community ties and friendships become stronger. Food crosses all borders, allowing people from all around the globe to interact, grow, and of course, eat together.
By Swati Chaturvedi | Hindustan Times
PUBLISHED ON JAN 02, 2021 01:21 AM IST
Food truly transcends all boundaries. It binds us together and reminds us, even in diversity, we have much in common. It not only connects us, but it truly brings out the best in us. Through cooking, community ties and friendships become stronger. Food crosses all borders, allowing people from all around the globe to interact, grow, and of course, eat together.
Like many other events in 2020, The Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival was held virtually from November 11 to December 15 and it was all about exotic dishes. The event housed 30 pro live sessions of Foodie workshops and Wine & Spirits Talks.
A session with Chef Vicky Lau taught us how preparation of exotic dishes such as Crispy Egg with Mushroom Soup can be both innovative and feminine. Celebrating the subtleties of each and every ingredient, she gracefully weaved through the soup, thus creating a culinary delight on screen.
Haunting or stunning? Raw Mango's new 'Other' collection leaves internet divided
By Alfea Jamal, Hindustan Times, Delhi
UPDATED ON FEB 25, 2021 05:06 PM IST
They say art is not what you see but what you make others see, and it appears those who have seen Indian contemporary fashion Raw Mango's latest campaign for its Spring Summer 2021 collection 'Other' are divided by what feelings it evokes in them.
Amid Covid-19 pandemic, flu has disappeared in the US
AP, New York
PUBLISHED ON FEB 25, 2021 04:34 PM IST
February is usually the peak of flu season, with doctors' offices and hospitals packed with suffering patients. But not this year. Flu has virtually disappeared from the US, with reports coming in at far lower levels than anything seen in decades.
Health app usage by diabetes patients may improve health, lower medical costs
ANI
UPDATED ON FEB 25, 2021 03:11 PM IST
A new study has found out that the use of health apps by diabetes patients could improve health outcomes and lower medical costs.
Diet high in poor quality carbohydrates linked to heart attacks, death risk
ANI, Washington Dc
PUBLISHED ON FEB 25, 2021 02:49 PM IST
The global study focused on people living in five continents and concluded that a diet high in poor quality carbohydrates leads to a higher risk of heart attacks, strokes, and death.
Researchers identify new coronavirus variant in New York
Reuters, New York
UPDATED ON FEB 25, 2021 02:43 PM IST
The new variant, known as B.1.526, was first identified in samples collected in New York in November, and by mid-February represented about 12% of cases, researchers at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, said on Wednesday.
Study find new genes linked to glaucoma risk
ANI, New Delhi
UPDATED ON FEB 25, 2021 02:40 PM IST
Glaucoma causes a progressive degeneration of the optic nerve. It is the leading cause of irreversible blindness globally, affecting more than 75 million people.
Pawri Dilli me ho rai hai: Viral meme reference makes it to wedding invites!
By Aprajita Sharad, New Delhi
UPDATED ON FEB 25, 2021 01:43 PM IST
Youngsters in Delhi are choosing to use viral memes and pandemic references to create informal wedding invites.
Russian supermodel 'Supernova' Natalia Vodianova is new UN goodwill ambassador
By hindustantimes.com | Edited by Alfea Jamal, Hindustan Times, Delhi
UPDATED ON FEB 25, 2021 01:15 PM IST
Natalia Mikhailovna Vodianova said in a statement, "For too long, society’s approach to menstruation and women’s health has been defined by taboo and stigma”, adding that the situation “has undermined the most basic needs and rights of women."
New normal? 'Green Pass' opens music concert to vaccinated Israelis
Reuters, Tel Aviv
PUBLISHED ON FEB 25, 2021 12:51 PM IST
The open-air concert in Tel Aviv on Wednesday was one of the first in a programme to restart cultural events by restricting attendance to people who have been vaccinated or those with immunity after contracting the disease.
How and where to travel safely this summer: Covid-19 Q&A
Bloomberg
PUBLISHED ON FEB 25, 2021 12:44 PM IST
With vaccines rolling out, governments are looking to strike a balance between the continuing fight against Covid-19 and allowing travel to resume.
Vaccination impact: 65% survey respondents say will travel in next 2 months
By Neha LM Tripathi
PUBLISHED ON FEB 25, 2021 12:33 PM IST
Over 70% of those surveyed have travelled at least once since the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions were eased. Nearly 40% of them went for one or two mini-vacations, and 18% for three trips during the pandemic
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Ishaan Khatter pulling up on a bar outside a building is coolest fitness move
By Zarafshan Shiraz
UPDATED ON FEB 25, 2021 12:29 PM IST
- Ishaan Khatter switches on his beast mode and sets fitness enthusiasts and fans swooning as he jumps on a bar outside a building’s fire exit for a pullup session and flaunts his ripped arm muscles
Italian designers of African origin take over Milan Fashion Week
AP
PUBLISHED ON FEB 25, 2021 11:28 AM IST
Five Italian designers of African origin made their runway debut during Milan Fashion Week on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021 under the banner “We are Made in Italy,” having nurtured dreams deemed unlikely in their native lands and which faced considerable obstacles in their adopted Italy.
5 Africa-born designers open digital Milan Fashion Week
AP, Milan
PUBLISHED ON FEB 25, 2021 11:02 AM IST
Five designers of African origin making their runway debuts opened Milan Fashion Week on Wednesday under the banner “We are Made in Italy”.
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Parineeti Chopra surprised as mother dedicates artwork on The Girl on The Train
By Zarafshan Shiraz
UPDATED ON FEB 25, 2021 10:34 AM IST
- ‘I am your biggest fan’: Noted artist Reena Chopra surprises daughter Parineeti Chopra with an incredible artwork to commemorate the actor’s upcoming film, The Girl on The Train and our day is made with their awwdorable camaraderie
