food

Semma, Kidilum and Chatti: The rise of authentic south Indian food in New York

Three south Indian chefs are changing the vocabulary through which Indian food and culture are understood in New York

From pressure cookers to air fryers: The evolution of kitchen gadgets in Indian households

Over time, technology changed the way we prepare and preserve food, but not every new invention found takers

FSSAI cracks down on Everest, Laljee Godhoo; prohibits sale of hing powder

FSSAI has prohibited Everest Food Products and Laljee Godhoo from selling their compounded asafoetida (hing) after multiple samples failed quality tests

Food safety crackdown: A systemic overhaul or a temporary fix?

Food safety in India is at a critical juncture as a nationwide crackdown by the FSSAI and state bodies targets widespread violations from adulteration to misleading advertising

‘Those who do not abide by law cannot do business’: Tukaram Mundhe

Tukaram Mundhe, commissioner, Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration, spoke to THE WEEK about the scale of the crackdown, and the constraints FDA faces in enforcing food-safety standards

A taste of history: Five iconic eateries that shaped Kochi’s culinary legacy

Kochi's iconic eateries are more than just restaurants; they are landmarks that hold the city's memories of migration, trade, and family

Expired milk, rotten meat, veg: Raids reveal multiple food safety violations in Bengaluru 5-star, 3-star hotels

Bengaluru's luxury hotels and resorts are under scanner for multiple food safety violations after a city-wide inspection by the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA)

Jimbu Thakali brings Nepal's iconic thali to India with first international outpost

'Indian food has long been popular in Nepal, but Nepali cuisine hasn't reached India to the same extent,' says founder Vivek Sherchan, on the idea behind opening Jimbu Thakali in India

A fiesta without borders, Mela Mexicana

Food as an instrument of cultural diplomacy: Mela Mexicana, a food festival at SOCIAL outlets, highlights the surprising cultural similarities and culinary affinities between India and Mexico

Food Review | At 8ish, a journey through Radhanagari finds its way to the plate

8ish's new menu, Local-ish, embarks on a culinary journey through Radhanagari, focusing on authentic local ingredients and techniques rather than mere marketing

Same, same, but different: Why pan-Asian food still rules India’s palate

For a nation for whom eating out and trying a different cuisine had meant a very Indianised version of Chinese food for over half a century, it is startling to realise the popularity that foods from South East Asia and beyond have acquired

Mahabir Singh’s journey as a chef: From washing dishes to owning a restaurant

In an exclusive conversation with The Week, Mahabir Singh, a Delhi-based chef, shares the inspiring story behind his restaurant.

5 Indian foods and the legal fights for their GI tags

India’s chocolate market is awaiting that big leap

Chocolate has become an integral part of Indian gifting culture. This growing demand fuels the exploration of unique flavour combinations

Taj chefs go back to their moms’ kitchens to dig out a treasure trove of recipes

A new cookbook titled "Tradition to Table: Taj Chefs’ Mothers’ Recipes" compiles recipes from the mothers of Taj chefs, delving into the heart of Indian culinary heritage

Japan’s 107-year-old yoghurt drink brand is coming to India with Pepsi bottler deal

Asahi Group partners with Varun Beverages to launch CALPIS in Original and Mango flavours in the country

Is Odisha food the next big thing on India's dining scene?

Odisha is a state of quiet culinary brilliance, with food of such depth and distinction that it is remarkable the mainstream has yet to discover it

Uttar Pradesh's hidden culinary treasures: From royal kitchens to village hearth

Just like the Uttar Pradesh government’s One District, One Cuisine list, the state’s diverse culinary traditions find little space in its food conversations

New restaurant Zetu brings a slice of Sri Lanka to Delhi

While the food experience could be subjective, what Zetu does, and successfully so, is offer a Sri Lankan experience not known to Delhi otherwise

A birthday treat from Tehran to Kochi: An unforgettable evening with Chef Azi Karami’s signature dishes

Chef Azi’s Kunafa is the talk of Kochi this week, and this is why you should try her signature dishes

Original paneer or cheap substitutes? Maharashtrians will be let known by restaurants from now

The decision was made after complaints were raised alleging several establishments were serving paneer-based dishes made with substitutes without informing customers

La Taqueria arrives at BKC: Big on promise, gentle on flavour

We try out the menu at La Taqueria, which promises authentic Mexican cuisine in Mumbai

Restaurants face a reckoning as the Income Tax dept comes knocking

After using AI to find food joints allegedly deleting cash invoices before filing taxes, Centre implements SAKSHAM NUDGE initiative.

A pop-up that brought bold coastal flavours to Bandra

The Penang Table's new collaborative series, Gang of Penang, began with a partnership with chef Lisa of Lisa’s Lanka

From burrata to tiramisu: An Italian feast at NMACC Arts Café

The NMACC Arts Café is hosting Michelin-starred Italian chef Adriano Baldassarre from March 5 to 15