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Most of us knew lunch was about to be ready at the sound of the whistle of a pressure cooker. Indian kitchen hums to the rhythm of a pressure cooker whistle. The whistle is an indicator that the kitchen will soon smell like comfort, and that no matter how busy life gets, there’s always time for a good meal. But here’s the thing. Your...

The sweater weather is finally here! There is a hush in the air, a softness that makes us slow down, and suddenly, everyone begins to crave wholesome, comforting meals.  The early morning chill carries the faint hum of pressure cookers, the earthy scent of methi or saag fills the home, and the first bite of something warm makes time stand still. These aren’t just...

The comforting hiss of the pressure cooker. The aroma of tadka that fills the home before dinner. The joy of cooking your signature dish just right — until the gas cylinder runs out mid-way, or the flame seems to take forever. Every home cook knows this silent frustration. What if your cookware itself could help you save gas, cook faster, and make every minute...

Diwali isn’t just the festival of lights — it’s a festival of hearts. It’s when we illuminate not just our homes, but also our relationships. It is a time for sharing prosperity, renewing relationships, and extending goodwill. Amidst the glow of diyas and the laughter of reunions, there’s a quiet emotion many of us feel — the desire to reconnect, to say sorry, or...

You may have once picked up an inexpensive stainless-steel pan from a local store — it works fine, cooks your meals without fuss, and cleans up easily. Naturally, you feel a quiet sense of pride for finding something affordable that does the job. After all, in most cases, quality doesn’t seem to rise as sharply as price does. But then, you spot a gleaming,...

As the nine nights of devotion begin, homes fill with the aroma of incense, the sound of Garba music, and the sight of families dressed in vibrant traditional attire. Fasting during Navratri is a sacred ritual, meant to detoxify the body and purify the mind. Yet fasting doesn’t mean losing energy or skipping the fun. In fact, the ever-growing love for late-night Garba dancing...