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Explore the rich legacy and significance of saffron through this book
Through stories, recipes and fascinating anecdotes, a new book delves into the spice’s rich legacy, uncovering its role in trade, medicine, and cuisine
18 March,2025 09:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Nasrin Modak Siddiqi
‘Shami kebab masala in aloo tikki? Why not?': This new book celebrates spices
This new book is not just an archive of spices from the Indian subcontinent, but is also an invitation to play with them and make them your own
16 March,2025 10:32 AM IST | Mumbai | Debjani Paul
Spices of Tamil Nadu: A flavourful roundtable on Tamilian cuisine
From travelling through Madurai, to relishing the seafood at Marina Beach, city chef Reshma Mane’s weekend pop-up will include experiences, stories and flavours from her recent trip to Tamil Nadu
06 February,2025 08:22 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar
India’s spice exports projected to reach 10 billion dollars by 2030
The export of spices and spice products reached an all-time high in FY 2023-24 and attained 4.46 billion dollars
16 November,2024 11:48 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Marathon to poetry: 5 unique ways to celebrate Independence Day
If there’s one way to celebrate India’s 78th Independence Day, it’s by appreciating the spices and flavours of our delectable cuisine
13 August,2024 07:33 PM IST | Mumbai | Team SMD
Why Shipra Khanna is torn between professional and leisure cooking
Shipra Khanna has appeared on numerous cooking shows in India and abroad, establishing herself as one of the most successful ‘MasterChef’ winners globally, with over a decade of experience in television
22 July,2024 10:37 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Discover 12 superfoods to fight insulin resistance
Research shows that superfoods such as berries, nuts and leafy greens can mitigate insulin resistance due to their rich antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Health experts reveal 12 superfoods and 3 recipes to boost insulin sensitivity
13 July,2024 10:02 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
Rujuta Diwekar’s 5 food tips to ward off monsoon illnesses
Minor changes in your daily diet can enhance antibody production and boost immunity against rising pathogens. Nutrition expert, Rujuta Diwekar, outlines a holistic guide to maintaining optimum health during monsoons
04 July,2024 06:59 PM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
Masala chai to Cioccolata Calda: Indian chefs add new flavours to basic milk
To combat the health risks posed by the monsoon season, Midday.com consulted Mumbai chefs who shared their favorite spice-infused, milk-based recipes perfect for your weekend indulgence. Discover them below
22 June,2024 01:30 PM IST | Mumbai | Aakanksha Ahire
Indian food researcher, top chef on using whole spices and eating safely
Recently, after two top masala brands were pulled up for adulteration, ICMR suggested that Indian households should use whole spices. A food researcher and a top chef discuss these countermeasures and how to eat safely. Plus, a list to get your masala fix from
04 June,2024 09:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar