Forget Coachella, forget Burning Man – the real party for foodies this year went down in Melbourne over one epic weekend. Fresh off a Singapore Airlines flight from the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, I'm still buzzing (pun intended) from a truly epic culinary adventure. This wasn't your average restaurant hopping – I went on a two-day food coma through the World's Longest Lunch and the World's Longest Brunch, and let me tell you, it was a marathon, not a sprint, for the senses.
World's Longest Lunch: A Melbourne Masterclass with Andrew McConnellFirst up, the World's Longest Lunch, a 3.5-hour event headlined by Melbourne culinary royalty, Andrew McConnell. He helms a constellation of Melbourne's hippest restaurants (Cumulus Inc. and the buzzy new Gimlet) and brought his signature style – equal parts art, design, and top-notch produce – to the table. And what a table it was! Set under the Melbourne sky, surrounded by fellow food pilgrims, the atmosph..

It is not an unknown fact that raita is one of the most popular accompaniments in Indian cuisine. This yogurt-based dish is generally made with different fruits, vegetables, lentils and spices. Legend has it, the word raita came from the Sanskrit word 'rajika', meaning black mustard seeds. It is said that other than adding the goodness of dahi/curd/yogurt to a meal, raita also works as a palate cleanser while having spicy Indian food. On that note, the seasoning on raita varies from region to region in India.
But, did you ever think of having raita as a dessert? Yes, here we bring you a mixed fruit raita recipe, which can be considered as a tasty and healthy replacement of a creamy fruit bowl. Click here to know the recipe for fruit cream.
Health Benefits Of Mixed Fruit Raita | Why Is Mixed Fruit Raita Healthy?Mixed fruit raita is packed with goodness of fruits, yogurt, jeera, black pepper and black salt. The ingredients that are used in the recipe have various health benefit..

Moving out of your parents' house for studies or work is a common story of every household in today's time. 'Moving out', no matter how interesting it sounds, is a real struggle. From finding a new nest to settling up the place, to taking care of every small thing- the process can be very tiring. Among all these, one of the biggest struggles a person goes through is settling up the kitchen. For most of us, it is a totally unexplored territory at parents' home. Till we move out of our houses, most of us remain unaware of what all our parents used to cook and how they served those delicious foods every day.
To set up a kitchen, one of the most important factors a person should keep in mind is – proper planning. One should first think about what all he/she will cook on a regular basis, and accordingly buy utensils and other kitchenware. We bring to you a list of utensils one generally has in an Indian kitchen for regular use.
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During Food Allergy Awareness Week, it's important to understand the difference between gluten sensitivity and allergies. While “gluten-free” has become a popular buzzword, it's crucial to know if it's the right choice for you. We're bombarded with “gluten-free” labels, but is it just a fad, or are there real benefits? The answer, like most things in health, is nuanced. Gluten itself isn't inherently bad. Humans have consumed it for centuries. The issue often lies with processed foods, white flour, and a lack of whole grains. Portion control is key – remember, it's a carb and just one part of your meal.
Whole grains offer a wealth of health benefits, from reducing type 2 diabetes risk to lowering colorectal cancer chances.
Also Read: 7 Gluten-Free Grains You Should Know About
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Who Needs To Go Gluten-Free?Do you experience diarrhea, vomiting, or abdominal pain after eating gluten? Certain conditions necessitate a gluten-free diet:
Celiac Diseas..

In today's era of conscious living, the internet is saturated with information related to superfoods that can aid in weight loss. From fruits and veggies to meat products, you can find several (but unverified) pieces of information online about which foods can help you shed those extra kilos. One such kitchen staple is ghee, which is touted for its delicious taste and health benefits. For years, there have been many claims that ghee, known for its digestion and immunity-boosting properties, can help in weight loss. However, that is not the case.
Also Read: Try These 5 Ghee Roast Recipes For Spicy Weekend Indulgence
To bust this myth, Nutritionist Amita Gadre (@amitagadre) shared a video on her Instagram handle and explained how ghee can actually make you gain weight instead of burning fat.
Watch the full video below:View this post on InstagramA post shared by Amita Gadre | Nutritionist (@amitagadre)
Is Ghee Really a Fat Burner? Nutritionist Amita Gadre ExplainsWhile addressing a v..

Have you ever noticed your chopping board while cutting the vegetables? If you have, then you must have noticed that every day we throw a major part of our vegetables in the waste-bin. Imagine, if we would have cooked those parts too, then what amount of food wastage would have lessened? That is what the world terms as 'zero-waste cooking'. In the recent time, zero-waste cooking is something the chefs of the world are talking much about. Restaurants around the world waste several million tons of food every year. Even in every household, we cut off almost half of a vegetable we buy. Hence, zero-waste cooking is something that the world is looking up to. It is all about cooking every part of an ingredient, especially vegetables, we buy from the market.
Here we bring you few of such vegetables which can be cooked without wasting a single part of it. Read on.
Also Read: Waste No More! 5 Ways To Reduce Food Waste, While Saving Money
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Nothing can match the satisfaction of desi sweet treats. From jalebis to rasgullas, all foodies love to indulge in these yummy delights. Surprisingly, even our favourite health-conscious celebrities have a soft spot for desi desserts. Don't just take our word for it, go and check out Ananya Panday's Instagram Stories. On Sunday, the star shared a picture of a gulab jamun served in a small bowl. We can see the sweet dish immersed in sugary syrup and topped with chopped pistachios. In her caption, Ananya aptly said, “What dreams are made of.” We couldn't agree more, Ananya!
Also Read: Ananya Panday Declares That She Is “A Kebabbbiii Girl”
Just like Ananya Panday, if you also have a sweet tooth, below are some recipes for desi desserts that you must try:
Here Are 5 Indian Dessert Recipes You Must Try At Home:1. Gulab Jamun
This dessert is a staple at festive gatherings and celebrations across India. Immersed in a fragrant syrup, gulab jamuns offer a delightful blend of text..

World Cocktail Day is marked every year on May 13 as a global celebration of cocktails. The date goes back to the year 1806 — the publication date of the first definition of a cocktail. The New York tabloid 'The Balance and Columbian Repository' defined a cocktail as “a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water and bitters”. That's that, making a cocktail is no rocket science. All you need are some fun ingredients and basic knowledge to surprise your guests with your bartending skills.
Here Are 5 Beginner Tips For Making Cocktails At Home:1. Getting Your Basic Ingredients And ToolsIt is important to arrange the basic ingredients you need for making good cocktails at home. You can have vodka and gin for the alcohol, and some club soda, water, carbonated beverages and juices for mixers. Get basic tools like shakers and a measuring glass, along with fresh ingredients like fruits, mint leaves and lemon.
2. Getting The Right GlassesTo make the best co..