It is said that King Heracles used to drink cold water liqueur from a special clay bowl

Come now, what shall be the beginning of our recital” as the comic poet Cephisodorus puts it, friend Timocrates? For we had gathered early, spurred to eagerness for the cups; and while all the guests were still seated, and before conversation had begun, Ulpian said : “At the table of Adrastus, my friends, the nobles dine seated ; but Polyidus, when offering sacrifices on a highway, made Peteōs,… Read More »

Why is Hemp used on Holi?

From “Bhang ka rang jama ho chaka chak” to “Zara si aur pila do Bhang”, there are enough Bollywood scores dedicated to this Holi-special drink. Holi is not only the most colourful festival of our country but undoubtedly the most fun one as well. The day of Holi witnesses large public gatherings, where people gather with friends and… Read More »

Hyderabadi Bagara Baingan Recipe

Bagara Baingan is a flavorful, tasty curry made with small eggplants in a tangy, creamy gravy made with coconut, peanuts, sesame seeds, tamarind, and Indian spices. This vegan and gluten-free eggplant dish is a specialty of Hyderabadi cuisine and is often served with any number of different Biryani recipes. Bagara is the Hyderabadi word for tempering or “tadka,” which is simply… Read More »

She used to make 40 parathas at a time

A paratha (“parotta” in south India) is a coiled flatbread with multiple crispy layers. Think puff pastry transformed into a softer, flavorful flatbread. Parathas are commonly eaten in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal, with some variations. The north Indian lachha paratha (meaning coiled paratha) or khasta paratha (crispy paratha) is made with whole wheat flour. The south Indian… Read More »