Charukesi Ramadurai writes about food, travel, art, and culture for various publications around the world, including National Geographic, BBC Travel, Travel + Leisure, Conde Nast Traveller, Nikkei ...

India has secured global recognition with two of its iconic desserts earning spots on the World’s 100 Best Desserts list. While Indian sweets shine on the global stage, Turkey dominates the rankings ...

India's regional Christmas sweet treats range from a rich fruit cake made by the Anglo-Indians of Allahabad to a sweet made in a ‘thali’ by the East Indians of Mumbai ...

Long before modern cafes, patisseries, and ‘Instagrammable’ dessert bars took over India’s food streets, mithai was the country’s original language of celebration. For its cultural significance, the ...

Here are five Christmas sweets Indian Christians make not to impress, but to share: Kulkuls are small shell-shaped pastries fried until crisp and lightly coated with sugar. They are made communally, ...

Explore the 10 most Googled foods in India in 2025, from traditional favourites like Idli and Modak to global hits like Pornstar Martini. Know why they captured hearts and taste buds nationwide.

NEW DELHI — India has made a remarkable leap in the global honey market, emerging as the world’s second-largest exporter of natural honey. In the fiscal year 2023–24, India exported about 1.07 lakh ...

In India, you’ll know Christmas is in the air long before the fairy lights get switched on and sparkly ornaments go up on the tree. It’s not so much about snowfall and sleigh bells in this tropical ...