Food & Recipes Archives

Plant-Based Diets Gain Momentum in India as Gen Z Drives the Shift Toward Sustainable Eating

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

India, a country with the world’s largest vegetarian population by absolute numbers, might seem like an unlikely frontier for the plant-based food movement. [...]

Millets, Moringa, and Jackfruit: Why Desi Superfoods Are Beating Exotic Imports in India’s Wellness Market

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

In a striking reversal of the trend that once saw Indian consumers chasing imported superfoods like acai berries, quinoa, and chia seeds, 2026 [...]

The Northeast India Food Renaissance: How Naga, Mizo, and Assamese Cuisines Are Captivating Urban India

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

India’s culinary conversation in 2026 is witnessing one of its most significant expansions: the emergence of Northeast Indian cuisines—particularly Naga, Mizo, and Assamese [...]

India’s Regional Cuisines Go Global: How Traditional Recipes Are Winning International Recognition in 2026

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

India’s regional cuisines, for decades overshadowed on the global stage by a generic “Indian food” dominated by butter chicken and naan, are finally [...]

The Great Pani Puri Trail: Ranking India’s Best Cities for the Nation’s Favourite Street Snack

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

There are few things more universally loved in India than pani puri—the crisp, hollow wheat shell filled with spiced potato, chickpeas, and a [...]

India’s Street Food Festivals 2026: A City-by-City Guide to the Biggest Culinary Events of the Year

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

India’s street food culture, one of the most vibrant and diverse culinary traditions on earth, has found a powerful new expression in the [...]

India’s Food Delivery Industry Crosses $10 Billion in 2026 as Cloud Kitchens and Quick Commerce Reshape Dining

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

India’s food delivery industry has reached a historic milestone in 2026, crossing the $10 billion mark in annual gross merchandise value (GMV) for [...]

New Restaurant Openings Across India in 2026: From Mumbai’s Fine Dining Scene to Bangalore’s Craft Kitchens

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

India’s restaurant industry is experiencing a creative renaissance in 2026, with a wave of new openings that reflect the country’s growing sophistication as [...]

Viral Indian Recipes of 2026: From Baked Oats Chaat to Tandoori Paneer Momos That Broke the Internet

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

India’s food culture has always been dynamic, but the pace of culinary innovation has accelerated dramatically in the social media age. In 2026, [...]

Gudi Padwa and Ugadi 2026: Eight Traditional Recipes to Celebrate the Hindu New Year at Home

March 24, 2026Rohit Joshi

As India celebrates Gudi Padwa and Ugadi—the traditional Hindu New Year festivals observed in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana—kitchens across the country [...]