food history

Ardeshir’s predates Coca-Cola, which, records estimate to be an invention of 1886 — two years after Ardeshir’s started in a small rented barrack in Pune.

Dr Tarana Husain Khan is highlighting 'Forgotten Foods' of India and how they shaped present-day culinary practices.

From eateries dating back to 1925 to biryanis cooked with colocasia, here are the legendary spots in Bhendi Bazaar, which serves a feast every Ramadan.

Beyond Wazwan, Kashmir’s street food offers a hidden world of flavours — crispy fritters, spicy wraps, and sweet treats. Affordable, nostalgic, and deeply rooted in tradition, these simple bites tell a delicious story.

Why is it ‘65’? Are there 65 pieces of chicken, or just a more sensible explanation? Here’s exploring the flavoursome tale behind India’s Chicken 65.

Inspired by the widespread love for Kozhikoden halwa, four friends founded Fulva, a Kerala-based startup delivering various flavours of halwa and other authentic traditional snacks.

History has many versions of Chicken Tikka Masala's origin story. Who came up with the idea? In which country?

Nataline Fernandes, the woman behind Ferns’ Pickles, who is said to have pioneered the idea of curry pastes, started from a small store in her home in Pune. Here’s the loved legacy of the brand that now exports around the world.

Loaded with herbs and spices, these age-old 'pisi loons' from the mountains are not just super healthy, they are delicious enough to liven up any meal!

This winter, explore the diverse world of Indian chai beyond the classic ‘adrak wali chai’. From Kerala’s sweet-sour Sulaimani to Bengal’s tangy Lebu Cha, each tea tells a story of culture, history, and warmth.