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How Parle-G Became India's Most Loved Biscuit
- Saturday February 14, 2026
- Edited by NDTV Food Desk
Parle-G is a beloved part of India's chai culture, loved for its taste and nostalgia. As the brand plans to redevelop its oldest factory, people are revisiting the story behind this iconic biscuit.
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6 Unique Indian Cheese Varieties You've Never Heard Of, With Recipes And Health Benefits
- Monday January 19, 2026
- Written by Tanmaya Kothari, Edited by Neha Grover
These six cheeses prove that India's cheese story goes way beyond paneer. Each one carries history, whether it's Portuguese influence in Bengal, Tibetan traditions in the Himalayas, or Dogra ingenuity in Kashmir.
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Which City Is Known As The 'Coffee Capital Of India'
- Friday January 9, 2026
- Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Neha Grover
India's coffee heritage runs deep, but one region truly stands out for its aromatic brews. Check out which place is crowned the Coffee Capital of India!
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Ever Wondered Why Bombay Duck Is Called Duck? The Answer Will Amaze You
- Tuesday December 23, 2025
- Written by Vaishali Kapila
Bombay duck isn't a duck at all - it's a fish with a name that has puzzled food lovers for decades. Discover the fascinating history behind this iconic Mumbai delicacy and why it's called Bombay duck.
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food.ndtv.com
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Why Indians Use Gold and Silver Vark On Their Mithai? What It Really Means
- Tuesday October 21, 2025
- Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar, Tanmaya Kothari
Why do Indians decorate sweets with silver and gold? The reasons span Ayurveda, royal cuisine, religious purity, and modern celebration.
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From Khichdi To Kedgeree: How India's Comfort Food Became A British Breakfast Classic
- Thursday September 4, 2025
- Somdatta Saha
From Mughal kitchens to Victorian breakfast tables, kedgeree has travelled far, changing ingredients, picking up smoked haddock and parsley, yet retaining the comfort of its Indian origin.
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food.ndtv.com
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Viral Video Highlights Similarities Between Indian And Romanian Cuisines, Wins Hearts Online
- Friday August 29, 2025
- Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
A reel by a Romanian educator and entrepreneur cites multiple similarities between Indian and Romanian dishes. The now-viral video has received a lot of appreciation online.
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food.ndtv.com
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How Parle-G Became India's Most Loved Biscuit
- Saturday February 14, 2026
- Edited by NDTV Food Desk
Parle-G is a beloved part of India's chai culture, loved for its taste and nostalgia. As the brand plans to redevelop its oldest factory, people are revisiting the story behind this iconic biscuit.
-
food.ndtv.com
-
6 Unique Indian Cheese Varieties You've Never Heard Of, With Recipes And Health Benefits
- Monday January 19, 2026
- Written by Tanmaya Kothari, Edited by Neha Grover
These six cheeses prove that India's cheese story goes way beyond paneer. Each one carries history, whether it's Portuguese influence in Bengal, Tibetan traditions in the Himalayas, or Dogra ingenuity in Kashmir.
-
food.ndtv.com
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Which City Is Known As The 'Coffee Capital Of India'
- Friday January 9, 2026
- Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Neha Grover
India's coffee heritage runs deep, but one region truly stands out for its aromatic brews. Check out which place is crowned the Coffee Capital of India!
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food.ndtv.com
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Ever Wondered Why Bombay Duck Is Called Duck? The Answer Will Amaze You
- Tuesday December 23, 2025
- Written by Vaishali Kapila
Bombay duck isn't a duck at all - it's a fish with a name that has puzzled food lovers for decades. Discover the fascinating history behind this iconic Mumbai delicacy and why it's called Bombay duck.
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food.ndtv.com
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Why Indians Use Gold and Silver Vark On Their Mithai? What It Really Means
- Tuesday October 21, 2025
- Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar, Tanmaya Kothari
Why do Indians decorate sweets with silver and gold? The reasons span Ayurveda, royal cuisine, religious purity, and modern celebration.
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food.ndtv.com
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From Khichdi To Kedgeree: How India's Comfort Food Became A British Breakfast Classic
- Thursday September 4, 2025
- Somdatta Saha
From Mughal kitchens to Victorian breakfast tables, kedgeree has travelled far, changing ingredients, picking up smoked haddock and parsley, yet retaining the comfort of its Indian origin.
-
food.ndtv.com
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Viral Video Highlights Similarities Between Indian And Romanian Cuisines, Wins Hearts Online
- Friday August 29, 2025
- Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
A reel by a Romanian educator and entrepreneur cites multiple similarities between Indian and Romanian dishes. The now-viral video has received a lot of appreciation online.
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food.ndtv.com