LONG LIVE CARBS!

In modern weight loss diet, carbs have never been hated this much. But is it wise? Those were much simpler and much tastier times. Breakfast would be alu paratha made in ghee with fresh butter and curds. Lunch would be a lighter dal-chawal, or if it was a weekend, then rajma-chawal. Pakodas in the evening, […]

Punjabi posh

If you are one of those who relishes typical Punjabi food, then you must give Khan Market’s Punjabi Grill a try Unlike the typical loud, opulent décor that one would expect, the one in Khan Market is younger and fresher. The décor is silver themed, a departure from the regular, which appeals to the working […]

Supermoms need superfoods

Mother’s Day is usually a day for kids to appreciate the maternal care they receive. But it is also a time for mothers to think about their own nutrition needs to help them multi-task This weekend, as we celebrate Mother’s Day, let us worry a little about the health of moms, especially when their kids […]

Sushi all the way

If you’re looking for nigiri which tastes like sheer poetry then head to this Japanese restaurant The theme of Lite Bite food’s latest eatery, YouMee is distinctly manga. As comic freaks, would tell you, Manga are comics created in Japan — its style developed in the late 19th century — or by creators in the […]

CHHOLE BHATURE: THE KING OF DELHI NCR STREET FOOD

Every city has its “official” street food. Mumbai has vada pao and bhel. Bangalore, its Bisi Bele Bath and set dosae, Kolkata’s, jhal muri and ghughni, and Chennai’s tiffin. Then there’s Ahmedabad’s khakra and other farsan, Patna’s litti chokha and Jaipur’s onion kachori. What is the official street food of NCR? Kulcha matar? Chhole bhature? […]

CHEF OF THE WEEK: Lenam Lepcha

The culinary force behind the Kylin group is Executive Chef Lenam Lepcha. His culinary career truly began to flourish after completing his Hotel Restaurant Management degree from Siliguri Hotel School.  He worked in a variety of hospitality outlets ranging from hotels to restaurants, absorbing nuances and specialties of ethnic cuisine, particularly Pan Asian. Chef Lenam’s […]

INDIA’S UMAMI BOMB

Hing, arguable the world’s smelliest spice is an olfactory shock for westerners but an integral part of Indian cooking Umami is a word that has been defined and in existence since 1908, but it is only lately — say the last two decades — that chefs, gourmands and food writers have been talking about it. […]

DOWN SOUTH AT ZAMBAR

Ever had a cross between rasam and tom yum soup? At Ambience Mall, Gurgaon, many coastal delights are on offer Please note: This review was done on an invitation from the restaurant to taste their food, and no bill was presented to the author. While the author assures you of objectivity, the review may be […]