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]Mango Day: The mango's cultural influence on Indian artists and poets
Published on Jul 22, 2024 07:06 PM IST
This Mango Day, explore books and films that hero in on the “King of Fruits” along with the artistic legacy that this iconic fruit has left behind
![The influence of mango on art and culture The influence of mango on art and culture](https://cdn.statically.io/img/images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/22/550x309/mangoes_1721653469308_1721653487500.jpeg)
Chefs say go big on stone fruits in desserts, savouries, cocktails for monsoon
The markets are flooded with stone fruits like plums, cherries, lychees, apricots and more. Use these seasonal fruits in all your culinary creations
![A vanilla sheet cake with buttercream and topped with cherries(Instagram) A vanilla sheet cake with buttercream and topped with cherries(Instagram)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/22/148x111/449036959_2491262971059867_6878153776924306051_n_1721649961784_1721649982256.jpg)
Updated on Jul 22, 2024 05:47 PM IST
Monsoon favourites: Here are 5 warm savoury snacks to whip up when it rains
From kanda bhaji to wada pav and paneer pakora to chana jor garam, chefs share a variety of fried snacks that are perfect for the rainy season
![kanda bhaji(shutterstock) kanda bhaji(shutterstock)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/22/148x111/shutterstock_1773809411_1721648195136_1721648204822.jpg)
Updated on Jul 22, 2024 05:48 PM IST
Sawan 2024: Kacche kele ki tikki to shakarkandi fries, 5 recipes for Somwar vrat
Here are some 5 vrat-friendly recipes for people fasting on the first Somwar of Sawan. These are also great snack options for those who are not fasting today
![Vrat delicacies to try on Sawan's first Somwar Vrat delicacies to try on Sawan's first Somwar](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/22/148x111/Sawan_2024_1721637775216_1721637800931.jpg)
Published on Jul 22, 2024 02:50 PM IST
Mango salsa to mango-fish tacos: Celebrate Mango Day with these savoury dishes
Had your fill of sweet and juicy bites of mangoes? Switch things up with these savoury twists instead, putting the king of fruits under a whole new spotlight
![From mango and fish tacos to the very versatile mango glaze: Savoury mango dishes From mango and fish tacos to the very versatile mango glaze: Savoury mango dishes](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/22/148x111/Savoury_mango_dishes_1721637556362_1721637556611.jpg)
Published on Jul 22, 2024 02:48 PM IST
Guru Purnima 2024: 5 dishes to honour your gurus, from khichdi to charnamrit
Food is for the heart, not for the stomach. Well, to express your gratitude on Guru Purnima today, here are 5 easy recipes to try
![Tasty treats for Guru Purnima Tasty treats for Guru Purnima](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/21/148x111/Guru_Purnima_1721539788509_1721539802648.jpg)
Published on Jul 21, 2024 11:12 AM IST
Pani Puri-Thai Tea Peanut: 7 weird ice cream flavours to try if you're a fanatic
This Ice Cream Day, dive into 7 quirky flavours that every ice cream aficionado must sample. From Pani Puri to Pistachio Baklava, check them out
![From Pani Puri to Pistachio Baklava, 7 weird ice cream flavours you should try From Pani Puri to Pistachio Baklava, 7 weird ice cream flavours you should try](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/20/148x111/Unknown_1721481503709_1721481518395.jpeg)
Published on Jul 21, 2024 10:42 AM IST
5 exclusive details you probably missed from the Ambani-Merchant wedding
As guests begin recounting their experiences at the Ambani-Merchant wedding, here are 5 exclusive details you probably missed from the wedding ceremonies
![Unseen details about the Ambani-Merchant wedding Unseen details about the Ambani-Merchant wedding](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/18/148x111/3df8a82c-5a61-41ad-9e28-a9b0a30428a2_1721295031411_1721295060865.jpg)
Published on Jul 18, 2024 03:53 PM IST
Step aside DU: IPU's booming food scene will leave you spoilt for choice
Almost all of us know about the most famous eateries in and around DU. But what about Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University?
![Momos, maggi, butter chicken: A look at IPU's booming food scene Momos, maggi, butter chicken: A look at IPU's booming food scene](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/16/148x111/Momos_to_butter_chicken_at_IPU_1721134188730_1721134188906.jpg)
Published on Jul 16, 2024 06:44 PM IST
French Fry Day: Chicken tenders to cheese sticks, fry-shaped snacks to munch on
The world celebrates French Fry Day on July 12. Here's taking a look at some fun, fry-shaped foods that pair great with your favourite deep-fried nibble
![Chicken tenders to mozzarella sticks: The best fry-shaped nibbles to munch on(Well Plated by Erin, Freepik) Chicken tenders to mozzarella sticks: The best fry-shaped nibbles to munch on(Well Plated by Erin, Freepik)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/12/148x111/French_Fry_Day_1720791863941_1720791864175.jpg)
Published on Jul 12, 2024 07:53 PM IST
Panta bhat, upma and salan rated ‘Worst Foods of India’, Indian foodies react
Taste Atlas recently put classics like panta bhat, upma, jal jeera and aloo baingan on their ‘Worst Indian Foods’ list & here's what Indian foodies have to say
![Panta bhaath, upma and salan rated ‘Worst Foods Of India’ Panta bhaath, upma and salan rated ‘Worst Foods Of India’](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/12/148x111/indian_foods__1720769449347_1720769464037.jpeg)
Published on Jul 12, 2024 01:41 PM IST
Aloo samosa not hitting the spot? 5 unique fillings to switch things up
There is nothing like biting into a piping hot samosa filled to the brim with spiced potatoes. Lest it get repetitive, switch things up with these fillings
![Cheese and jalapenos to Nutella: Unique samosa fillings to try(Freepik, Sanjana.Feasts) Cheese and jalapenos to Nutella: Unique samosa fillings to try(Freepik, Sanjana.Feasts)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/11/148x111/unique_samosas_1720701219834_1720701220206.jpg)
Published on Jul 11, 2024 07:22 PM IST
From samosa to pakoda: 7 monsoon munchies to enjoy with a steaming cup of chai
There's nothing better than some crispy pakode and a hot cup of chai in the rain. Check out these easy recipes for other mouthwatering monsoon munchies
![A series of crowd favourite monsoon munchies A series of crowd favourite monsoon munchies](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/10/148x111/yoyoy_1720608778631_1720608796858.jpeg)
Updated on Jul 10, 2024 05:19 PM IST
Worried about kimchi getting you sick this monsoon? Try these flavourful swaps
South Korea's Namwon City is grappling with a serious surge in food poisoning, all linked to kimchi. Here's how to avoid falling prey to a seeming epidemic
![Korean delicacy Kimchi(Freepik) Korean delicacy Kimchi(Freepik)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/09/148x111/Kimchi_1720530711075_1720530711312.jpg)
Published on Jul 09, 2024 07:14 PM IST
Instagram-famous chocolate desserts that took the internet by storm
These viral chocolate desserts are drool-worthy and can also be recreated easily at home
![Kanafa pistachio chocolate bar(instagram) Kanafa pistachio chocolate bar(instagram)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/08/148x111/448991424_7717968614953229_1864491524385894681_n_1720419018643_1720419078068.jpg)
Published on Jul 09, 2024 10:48 AM IST
It’s monsoon on the menu
From seasonal produce, warm bowls and platters — here’s how monsoon-inspired menus are all the rage currently
![Ajwain Pakoras at Courtyard by Marriott Aravali Resort Ajwain Pakoras at Courtyard by Marriott Aravali Resort](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/08/148x111/Ajwain_pakora_1720421243131_1720421281254.jpg)
Updated on Jul 08, 2024 01:10 PM IST
A look at how the famous Caesar salad that turns 100 this year is still relevant
Created by Italian chef, Caesar Cardini, in Mexico, the Caesar Salad has transformed into social media's darling as IT girls swear by it
![Caesar salad (adobe stock ) Caesar salad (adobe stock )](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/08/148x111/AdobeStock_700061485_1720418394994_1720418407588.jpeg)
Published on Jul 08, 2024 11:38 AM IST
World Chocolate Day: From pizzas to potatoes, viral chocolate flavour bombs
As we celebrate World Chocolate Day today, here's revisiting some viral flavour combinations that shock the senses but may just appeal to your taste buds
![Chocolate pizza, chocolate-coated potato chips, chilli chocolate: Unique chocolate flavour combinations to try(Adobe, Freepik) Chocolate pizza, chocolate-coated potato chips, chilli chocolate: Unique chocolate flavour combinations to try(Adobe, Freepik)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/05/148x111/World_Chocolate_Day_1720184989673_1720184989951.jpg)
Published on Jul 07, 2024 10:35 AM IST
Caesar salad turns 100: The OG recipe and 4 fun, innovative twists on it
The Caesar salad turns 100! As the no-brainer accompaniment to your typical carb loading session reaches vintage status, here are some fun twists on the classic
![The Caesar salad turns 100(Adobe) The Caesar salad turns 100(Adobe)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/04/148x111/Caesar_Salad_1720093012173_1720093012529.jpeg)
Published on Jul 04, 2024 05:30 PM IST
Checkered board pattern salads, the new trendy way to eat your veggies
Tiny bite-sized cubes of vegetables and fruits are placed on a plate to make this aesthetically pleasing salad
![A salad made with blackberries with feta cheese and edible flowers (instagram) A salad made with blackberries with feta cheese and edible flowers (instagram)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/30/148x111/437327745_402192795917968_3635636525613633827_n_1719764470908_1719764489094.jpg)
Updated on Jul 02, 2024 02:23 PM IST
Monsoon cravings? Try your hand at these healthy snacking ideas
With monsoon knocking on our doors, the gloom in the sky can lead one to reach out for a snack or two more than the usual. Try these healthy snacking ideas
![From roasted chickpeas to cucumber boats, healthy monsoon snack ideas From roasted chickpeas to cucumber boats, healthy monsoon snack ideas](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/26/148x111/Healthy_monsoon_snack_ideas_1719405911938_1719405912224.jpg)
Published on Jun 26, 2024 06:26 PM IST
Dubai's viral crunchy pistachio Kunafa chocolate bar is mouth-watering
While it may have orignated in the Emirati country, it hasn’t stopped people from salivating after the chocolate bar and creators from recreating it on online.
![Viral kunafa pistachio chocolate bar(Instagram) Viral kunafa pistachio chocolate bar(Instagram)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/21/148x111/choc_1718969820225_1718969831055.jpg)
Published on Jun 21, 2024 05:14 PM IST
Gond katira lemonade to cucumber curry, Indian recipes to survive the heatwave
Much of North India stood hostage to an oppressive heatwave on June 18. With the impact still going strong, give these desi recipes a shot to beat the heat
![Gond Katira to Cucumber curry: Desi recipes to battle the heatwave Gond Katira to Cucumber curry: Desi recipes to battle the heatwave](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/19/148x111/Indian_recipes_to_beat_the_heatwave_1718784445552_1718784445788.jpg)
Published on Jun 19, 2024 01:40 PM IST
Human finger, centipede and a frog: 5 gross things found in ice cream
If you thought a severed human finger and a centipede were the nastiest things to be found in ice creams, think again
![Nasty things found in ice creams which are sure to gross you out Nasty things found in ice creams which are sure to gross you out](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/18/148x111/Gross_ice_cream_1718705248329_1718705263595.jpg)
Published on Jun 18, 2024 03:53 PM IST
International Sushi Day 2024: Spicy sushi recipes for your Indian taste buds
International Sushi Day is being celebrated the world over on June 18. Let's take a look at some unique Indian reinterpretations of the Japanese-origin classic
![International Sushi Day 2024 International Sushi Day 2024](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/18/148x111/Sushi__1718702667143_1718702667316.jpg)
Published on Jun 18, 2024 03:19 PM IST
Homemade sushi 101: Mastering the basics on Int’l Sushi Day
Learn to craft authentic sushi at home, from choosing the best fish to mastering nori rolling techniques, in celebration of International Sushi Day today.
![International Sushi Day International Sushi Day](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/18/148x111/luigi-pozzoli-iIS1SIO5_aY-unsplash_1718702511865_1718702550110.jpg)
Published on Jun 18, 2024 02:57 PM IST
Bakrid 2024: Korma to Kulfa, 5 flavour-packed dishes to feast on this evening
The world over, Bakrid, or Eid al-Adha, is being observed on June 17. Make your evening a delectable one by whipping up these dishes for your loved ones
Published on Jun 17, 2024 01:40 PM IST
5 Gujarati breakfast dishes for a rainy morning
Steamed and fried, enjoy these various recipes at your home.
![Soft, spongy dhoklas make for the perfect start to a rainy day (Shutterstock) Soft, spongy dhoklas make for the perfect start to a rainy day (Shutterstock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/12/148x111/7MR5ZPYE_1718191382672_1718191401969.jpg)
Published on Jun 12, 2024 05:01 PM IST
Get your fix this Falafel Day with these 6 unique recipes
From pizzas to burgers and even a viral wrap, falafels are creating a buzz. For International Falafel Day, here are some ways to relish this herby appetizer
![Falafels are a Middle Eastern delicacy(unsplash) Falafels are a Middle Eastern delicacy(unsplash)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/12/148x111/fal_1718180847295_1718180874115.jpg)
Published on Jun 12, 2024 02:14 PM IST
Enjoy the rain with a warming bowl of soup; give these recipes a try
With the monsoon season making itself known, chefs Kunal Kapoor and Sarab Kapoor share recipes that you can easily recreate at home
![Sipping on soup while it rains is like a warm hug (unsplash) Sipping on soup while it rains is like a warm hug (unsplash)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/12/148x111/soup_1718177201279_1718177223659.jpg)
Published on Jun 12, 2024 01:02 PM IST