10 Unique DIY Cocktails to Shake Up Your Home Bar

In the heart of every home, there lies a potential bar, waiting to be discovered. With a little creativity and a passion for flavor, you can transform your kitchen into a haven for mixological exploration. Gone are the days of settling for store-bought cocktails that lack personality and depth. It's time to embark on a journey of self-discovery, one sip at a time.

This guide will introduce you to a world of unique and delicious DIY cocktails that are surprisingly easy to make. Whether you're a seasoned bartender or a novice enthusiast, these recipes offer a gateway to a more personalized and satisfying drinking experience.

From Petals to Plates: The Nutritional Power of Sunflower Seeds

Flower seeds have been consumed by various cultures for centuries, offering not only culinary delights but also a range of health benefits. Among these seeds, sunflower seeds are particularly popular due to their nutty flavor, nutritional value, and versatility. This article explores the consumption of various flower seeds, with a detailed focus on sunflower seeds, their health benefits, culinary uses, and ways to incorporate them into a balanced diet.

Liquid Gold: Unveiling the Benefits and Uses of Olive Oil

Olive oil, a staple in Mediterranean cuisine for centuries, has earned its reputation as "liquid gold" for good reason. This versatile oil, extracted from olives, is not only delicious but also packed with health benefits. Let's delve into the reasons why you should consider incorporating olive oil into your diet and explore the best ways to use it.

A Comprehensive Guide to Mushroom Farming at Home

Mushroom farming, also known as mycology, has gained significant popularity in India due to its nutritional value, economic benefits, and relatively low space requirements. With advancements in agricultural technology and increased awareness of healthy eating habits, many individuals in India are turning to mushroom cultivation as a viable option for home-based farming. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the essentials of mushroom farming at home in India, including the types of mushrooms suitable for cultivation, the necessary equipment, the cultivation process, and tips for success.

Embracing Compassion: The Vegan Revolution Sweeping Across India

In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in dietary choices and lifestyle preferences, particularly in India, as an increasing number of people are embracing veganism. Being vegan is more than just a dietary choice; it is a lifestyle that seeks to minimize harm to animals and the environment. This blog post delves into what being vegan means and explores the recent surge in veganism across India.

A Chees-Tastic Post (Strictly For Cheese Lovers)

Oh, Cheese! 

Clifton Fadiman had said, “Cheese [is] milk’s leap towards immortality.” Those delicious, fragrant pieces of ultimate joy amalgamate with anything that it is spread on or served with and can incorporate into heavenly treats. Cheese is one of humanity’s oldest and favorite foods. 

All Things Wine

There are many interesting points of view, out there, about wine. From being a replacement or a less taboo option to traditional alcohol; to a beverage for a healthy heart; to a status symbol; you’ve probably heard it all! Wine, like a lot of other things in life, is an acquired taste. Now whether you’re a newbie to this world (of wine) or trying to fit in with your wine-drinking friends, or downright curious; this post will give you everything from its classification, identification of various varieties, how to read a wine label, wine etiquettes, to what to buy from where. Have fun (hic) reading!

The 20 Most Popular Whisky Brands In India *Hic*

 

Have you ever wandered into a liquor store or a duty-free shop and wondered at the overwhelming variety of alcohol on display? Navigating the world of alcohol can be exciting sure, but also very confusing! Doesn’t really need to be tough. Once you learn more about the various spirits (not talking about the departed here) and understand your own palate and preferences, you can easily pick up the correct whiskey for yourself. I’m sure it holds true for all alcohol, but since this article is only about whiskey, that’s what I will be focussing on.

It’s Mango Season!

Summers in India are incomplete with mangoes. We all have childhood memories of fighting our siblings for the last piece of mango after a meal, or attending numerous mango parties, just hogging one mango after another. Often called the King of Fruits, mangoes are rightly termed so. Loved by men, women, and children across the country; mangoes are enjoyed raw, juiced, pickled, and cooked This heavenly-tasting fruit isn’t without its health benefits.

Cappuccino Vs Latte

 

Coffee is a wonderful beverage that has been around for a long time and has a lot of romanticism attached to it.

However, the next time you plan to consume caffeine – whether to stay awake before an exam, catch up on piled-up jobs, maximize athletic success on the track, or simply get a buzz – do so in the healthiest manner possible.

When looking at a coffee shop menu, most people have no idea what to order and don’t know the difference between a Cappuccino and an Espresso or an Americano. Below is a list of various coffees that will help you better understand the menu and determine what is best for your palate. Coffee can be consumed on its own or with the addition of milk, lemon, or brandy, as in Espresso.

Dark Chocolate: A Loyalist’s Favourite Brands

 

I’ve been in love with chocolate, ever since I was allowed to have it! And I don’t really care what color it is (definitely not a racist!) White Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, or Dark Chocolate, I’m forever ready for any and all. When I was a kid, milk chocolate was the most common, Cadburys Dairy Milk; then came white chocolate as Nestle’s Milky Bar; it was however way into my late teens, that I discovered dark chocolate. And it is dark chocolate that I want to write about today. I promise to keep the health mumbo-jumbo about dark chocolate to the minimum and focus on my favorites primarily. If by the end of this post, you’re left with a strong craving for some dark chocolate, do let me know in the comments section below 

Gourmet Pizzas In Delhi: A Foodie’s Guide

From making homemade pizza using bread and cheese, to buying the 20/- Amul pizzas at local bakeries, we all grew up. While there have been several big brands that serve pizza in India, some international and some local, here’s a list of my favorite gourmet pizza brands. I hope your mouth waters just as much reading it, as mine did writing this article. Enjoy!

Top 10 Places To Grab A Cold Coffee In Delhi-NCR

 

In simpler times, cold coffee used to be the ultimate household drink! Whether made in a mixer or shaken in the free plastic shakers or made by vigorous stirring in a glass directly; the process of making a glass of cold coffee was simple. Now, however, the scene is completely different. From frappuccinos to cold brews to iced coffees, it’s a whole new ball game.

Momos: The Perfect Snack

 

Although Tibetan in origin, momos are by far the most-eaten snacks in Delhi. We are obsessed with momos. In fact, I love momos so much, I could probably write poems on them! These bite-sized wonders are all you need to satiate those odd-hour hunger pangs or random binge eating. From steamed, to fried, tandoori, or baked, with possibly any stuffing you can imagine, there are plenty of places serving these bundles of joy. Here’s a list of some of my favorite places serving momos.

For The Love Of Cappuccino

We love our coffee, don’t we? A hot cup of cappuccino is my all-time favorite for sure. Did you know that cappuccino is actually a delectable work of art and is amongst the favorite beverages all around the world? Even though it is typically smaller in volume than a caffè latte, it has a thicker layer of microfoam. Cappuccino is considered the richest of all types of coffee types and hence uses cream instead of milk as the primary ingredient along with double espresso and steamed milk foam. Variations often include flavoring with cinnamon or chocolate powder.

Top 8 Budget Sushi Places In Delhi

With Asian fusion food all the rad these days, a Japanese dish, Sushi has formed quite a fan base in Delhi. So if you’re a true sushi aficionado, you will truly appreciate these 8 high quality (yet budget) sushi dining experiences (in no particular order) in the city.

United Coffee House: A Personal Experience

 

My parents met for the first time at United Coffee House (CP) and I’ve been hearing stories for years! But even my love for food, couldn’t convince me to make the trip! (read lazy). So I thought I’d go to United Coffee House (Rewind) at Nehru Place.

Street Food In Delhi

When it comes to street food, everyone has their own personal favorites. It’s never about the correct season, just the right mood. From gol gappe, to chole bhature to momos, every epic street food has an enormous fan base. Here’s a list of some of the top binge-worthy items you’re probably craving right now!

My Favorite Apple Varieties

 

The produce aisle of any supermarket displays an endless array of apples. But with so many options to choose from, have you ever wondered which apple to pick? From sweet and delicate, to crunchy and floral varieties, apples range in flavor and texture. 

Did you know, there is more to apples than just red, green, and golden? While the hues may be combinations of these there are over 7500 varieties of apples grown all over the world. Being one of the most popular fruits globally apple aficionados use apples in every form they can, eaten raw, blended in smoothies, pureed into jams, fermented into vinegar, baked, smoked, and spritzed into more ways than we can count!