The marking of the New Year calls for a sweet beginning. For all the non-chocolate cake lovers, Pineapple Orange is a must-try recipe! Within just 40 minutes, serve about 15 people. The cake requires just four basic ingredients: a pack of yellow cake mix, a can of oranges and pineapple, four large white eggs and half a cup of unsweetened applesauce. Mix all the four in a baking dish coated with cooking spray, for 2 minutes. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean. Let it cool. All the health-conscious people can try a simple topping with sugar-free vanilla and sprinkle some On1y Nutmeg Powder! Refrigerate for an hour for the best taste! Ta-da – an easy winter cake!

What’s a holiday season without some good ol’ cookies? The classic double chocolate brownie is a must bake for Christmas and is quite popular among all age groups. Whisk two eggs and 2/3 cup of granulated sugar on a mixer for about 10 minutes, melt the dark chocolate and chocolate chips, whisk a teaspoon of vanilla, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and ½ a cup of flour. Then fold the egg mixture and flour mixture, softly, until smooth. Lastly, scoop them into small drops of cookie heaven and bake for about 10 mins. Sprinkle some On1y Cardamom Powder to amplify to taste.

Nothing soothes the craving for something sweet during cold days like warm winter bread puddings. Moms make the best Apple breading pudding. Top it with caramel sauce and bring your childhood alive with this recipe: Pre-heat your oven to 180 degrees with a greased baking pan. In a large bowl whisk 250 ml cream, 500 ml full cream milk, 200 ml sugar, a pinch of salt and cinnamon and 9 egg yolks and keep it aside. Put four soft and mushy apples, 60 grams of nuts and a loaf of torn bread into the mixture and combine. Pour some custard over. Ensure that the custard is submerged in the bread and leave for 10 minutes. Bake for 45 minutes until the centre is set, let it cool for 5-10 minutes and top it with caramel sauce! Want to add a savoury  twist to your gooey dessert? Sprinkle a touch of On1y Rosemary and enjoy your favourite Christmas pudding!

Guests coming over at a short notice? Fret not! Try this simple Oreo tart that can be prepared within a few minutes! Crush 2-3 packs of Oreos in a food processor till fine and add melted butter to it, process till it combines. Transfer it to a tray and freeze till firm! Top it up with some vanilla or cookies and cream ice cream and add bits of crushed oreo, caramel sauce and On1y Cinnamon Powder for a flavourful dish in a jiffy! Try this winter savory tart and gain instant popularity!

Macaroons – filled jams or cherries or coated with chocolate, are every season’s delight. Here’s a quick route to some simple winter fruit macaroons this holiday season: Add 100 grams each of icing sugar and ground almonds, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees, and whisk the egg whites till they become creamy and add about 50 grams of fine white sugar. Mix the two pastes and transfer into a piping bag. Place small-sized Macaroons on a baking tray, top it with some butter and strawberry and bake it. Refrigerate and eat them chilled! For the final touch, season with On1y Basil and treat yourself this holiday!

Merry Christmas and Happy holidays!

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Spinach and goat’s cheese crostini

We all know that the French are usually associated with love, food and a love for food. So the first recipe includes one of the most common French food items on the planet: the baguette. The baguette is cut into ½ inch slices that are brushed with olive oil before being baked till perfectly toasted. Simultaneously, minced garlic and red pepper flakes are cooked in olive oil before the spinach is added in batches. Salt can be added with a twist of the On1y Sea Salt Grinder between each batch and once the spinach wilts, it can be spooned over the toasted bread slices along with some crumbled goats cheese. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese just begins to melt and sprinkle some On1y Chilli Flakes before serving!

Aglio olio pasta

Aglio olio is one of the best Valentine’s Day meals to make since it’s simple, requires no sauce to be prepared and can be whipped up in a flash, saving your day in the process. Usually made with spaghetti, this dish just requires you to cook the pasta for 10 -12 minutes before keeping it aside to drain. Meanwhile, add thinly sliced garlic to a pan of olive oil and let it toast. Once the pasta is drained, add salt and a few twists from the On1y Black Pepper Grinder along with the toasted garlic and a sprinkle of your favourite cheese (preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano) before tossing the pasta to combine the ingredients. The final result will give you a plate of one of the most traditional Valentine’s Day food ever, but also a classic that never fails to make you feel loved!

Heart-shaped pizza

Some of the best Valentine’s Day meals, however, are those that you make together with your partner. That’s why baking a pizza from scratch is an activity that that is sure to evoke the Valentine’s spirit anytime! First combine flour, water and yeast in the right proportions to create a soft yet firm dough that should be kneaded till it holds its shape. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes while it doubles in size. You could use that time to double your love too by engaging in a nice conversation. Once the dough has risen, press it lightly to deflate it and roll it out, taking care to slowly shape it into a heart. Once you’re done, simply cover the dough with your favourite toppings and a helping of choose before putting it in to bake in a preheated oven. Before you dig in, remember to sprinkle the pizza with On1y Oregano or On1y Mixed Herbs for a flavourful experience!

Conclusion

Valentine’s Day is a time for you to show off your cooking skills and let people know that they’re loved through good food. So get in the kitchen and start cooking! There is so much love to be spread and stomachs to satisfy!

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1. Mango Yogurt Basil Soup
   
   Craving for some hot soup? Then this dish is your best friend. Made with the simplest ingredients, and in a quick time of 15 minutes- it is truly a delicacy. All this dish requires is some mango pulp, On1y Dry Basil, buttermilk and some spices. This dish is perfect for summer because it cools down your body from all the heat. In addition, this dish is healthy as well because you will consume generous amounts of herbs. Now, it is time for you to prepare this at home! We assure you that it’ll garner a great response.

2.  Mango Basil Colada
   
   A summer drink like no other, this colada is refreshing and healthy! Enriched with the goodness of mango, basil and coconut water- this is a perfect beverage to enjoy picnics and family gatherings. To make this drink, you can use Dry Basil from On1y. This enhances the drink with plenty of health benefits. So, when blended with other ingredients- it is a drink fit for a party. 

   Now, quench your thirst with this fun drink, won’t you?

3. Avocado Mango Salad
   
   Watching your weight over the summer? Then, it is time for you to try this Avocado Mango Salad. Fresh, and colorful, this summer special is full of flavor. The preparation requires some simple ingredients- fresh herbs like On1y Basil, sweet mango, creamy avocado, crunchy almonds and a touch of lime. 

   This salad is ideal as an appetizer, or quick afternoon snack. This dish also works as an excellent salsa, so if you have guests over or wish to jazz up an event- then you are in luck. So, go ahead and try this dish out!

4. Rosemary Mango Green Smoothie
   
   As the summer kicks in, one can say for sure that it is smoothie time! Well, this summer special- Rosemary Mango Green Smoothie is a go-to drink for all seasons. The mango adds to the richness of flavors and childhood nostalgia, but the real star of the drink is the Rosemary by On1y. This ingredient packs the dish with a wonderful fragrance. 

   In fact, this smoothie is great for people who are health-conscious as Rosemary as it provides antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. So, when combined with a fruit like mango,  the drink creates a nutrient-dense refreshing pick-me-up. Now, isn’t this interesting?

5. Cranberry Channa Chaat with Mangoes
   
   Ready for a fun food experiment? Then this is a dish you have to dig into! It is tangy, spicy and yet fruity! Packed with two juicy fruits- cranberries and mangoes, this is a sweet treat, especially for the kids of the household. Besides, it consists of Kabuli channa which adds a punch of proteins in your palette and if this is not enough the Dry Basil from On1y completes the dish with nutrition. So, if you are a vegetarian looking to prepare some simple summer snacks- then this an interesting delicacy to try now! 

   Now, unleash the mango lover in you by trying some of the recipes mentioned above. With a number of varieties to offer like Alphonso, Chaunsa, Dashehari, Langra, Kesar, and Totapuri- this is surely going to be an exciting summer, isn’t it?

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This World Health Day, let us take a pledge to incorporate as many as herbs we can in our diet. Here is the ultimate list of herbs and spices that can be incorporated into our super foods.

1. QUINOA SUPER FOOD SALADThis ultra-green salad is packed with so much fiber and a whole wealth of other goodness. Simple, and easy to prepare this dish is a classic superfood salad that can be relished at any time of the day. Now, the ingredient that not only adds flavor to the dish but also heightens the health properties in it is- On1y Roasted Garlic & Pink Salt Grinder. What you may not know is that Garlic protects your heart from heart disease. Highly recommended by the heart doctors, garlic intake with keeping blood vessels flexible, especially in women. In addition, studies suggest garlic may reduce cholesterol and triglycerides. Now, this is surely a real super food, isn’t it?
2. PUMPKIN SPICED OATMEAL
   
   
   This superfood with pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and milk is an oatmeal special that cannot be topped. You only need five minutes to prepare this nutritious dish. Most often, this is prepared for breakfast. The magical spice that enriches this dish is On1y cinnamon. Cinnamon helps lower high blood sugar, especially in people who suffer from type 2 diabetes. In addition, it protects your heart and fights inflammation. 

   In fact, you can top the dish off with nuts and dried fruits provide a morning energy boost. Surely, this meal will pack a punch for the entire day of humdrum. So, get started!

    

    

3. COCONUT TURMERIC PORRIDGE WITH PINK SALTThis delicious grain-free vegan porridge is every health enthusiast’s dream in a bowl! Loaded with nutrition, it offers you the perfect start to the day. Full of anti-inflammatory properties due to turmeric, gut-friendly, and diary-free- you can prepare this super dish in 5 minutes. Mainly, the turmeric present in this dish helps your body fight against oxidative damage. It also said to prevent or slow down Alzheimer’s disease, and reduce the risk of heart disease. In addition, you can top the porridge with blueberries and On1y Pink Salt to taste.
4. SUPER CLEANSING SLAW WITH ROSEMARY DRESSINGIf you’re in the mood for a tasty, yet nutritious snack, or salad base, this dish is just perfect for you! The preparation time takes about 20 minutes, and it is made using shredded fennel, celery, beets, carrots, and fresh parsley and cilantro, which not only creates a hearty base but also provides plenty of health benefits. The dressing with rosemary makes this dish even special because it has been proven that they suppress allergic responses and nasal congestion. So, next time you think On1y Rosemary isn’t necessary on your grocery list, think again. Now, nourish your palette with a super dish like this one, won’t you?

    

5. TOMATO BASIL SALAD WITH CAYENNE PEPPERAs the scorching heat beats this summer, there’s nothing quite like a fresh, juicy and nutritious salad like this one. A summer salad, this dish packs a punch of flavors with tomato, On1y basil, and some cayenne peppers. Besides, the goodness of ingredients like tomato and basil, cayenne peppers add to the richness.Did you know that eating cayenne peppers can also help with internal pain like ulcers? Besides, if you are watching your weight then this helps you reduce appetite and increase fat burning. 

   So, this World Health Day, take a step towards wellness, won’t you?

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Spinach and goat’s cheese crostini

We all know that the French are usually associated with love, food and a love for food. So the first recipe includes one of the most common French food items on the planet: the baguette. The baguette is cut into ½ inch slices that are brushed with olive oil before being baked till perfectly toasted. Simultaneously, minced garlic and red pepper flakes are cooked in olive oil before the spinach is added in batches. Salt can be added with a twist of the On1y Sea Salt Grinder between each batch and once the spinach wilts, it can be spooned over the toasted bread slices along with some crumbled goats cheese. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese just begins to melt and sprinkle some On1y Chilli Flakes before serving!

Aglio olio pasta

Aglio olio is one of the best Valentine’s Day meals to make since it’s simple, requires no sauce to be prepared and can be whipped up in a flash, saving your day in the process. Usually made with spaghetti, this dish just requires you to cook the pasta for 10 -12 minutes before keeping it aside to drain. Meanwhile, add thinly sliced garlic to a pan of olive oil and let it toast. Once the pasta is drained, add salt and a few twists from the On1y Black Pepper Grinder along with the toasted garlic and a sprinkle of your favourite cheese (preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano) before tossing the pasta to combine the ingredients. The final result will give you a plate of one of the most traditional Valentine’s Day food ever, but also a classic that never fails to make you feel loved!

Heart-shaped pizza

Some of the best Valentine’s Day meals, however, are those that you make together with your partner. That’s why baking a pizza from scratch is an activity that that is sure to evoke the Valentine’s spirit anytime! First combine flour, water and yeast in the right proportions to create a soft yet firm dough that should be kneaded till it holds its shape. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes while it doubles in size. You could use that time to double your love too by engaging in a nice conversation. Once the dough has risen, press it lightly to deflate it and roll it out, taking care to slowly shape it into a heart. Once you’re done, simply cover the dough with your favourite toppings and a helping of choose before putting it in to bake in a preheated oven. Before you dig in, remember to sprinkle the pizza with On1y Oregano or On1y Mixed Herbs for a flavourful experience!

Conclusion

Valentine’s Day is a time for you to show off your cooking skills and let people know that they’re loved through good food. So get in the kitchen and start cooking! There is so much love to be spread and stomachs to satisfy!

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Masala scrambled egg

A favourite around the world, scrambled eggs and toast is the perfect breakfast for people on the go who need a wholesome meal to start off the day. Making this meal is a simple as it sounds: simple beat two or more eggs along with a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Pour the eggs over a mixture of diced onions and tomatoes in a pan that has been cooked for a few minutes and gently pull the mixture apart as it cooks. When done, the scrambled eggs can either be spooned onto a plate or directly onto a slice of golden, toasted bread. Don’t forget to add some freshly ground On1y  Pepper Powder to the eggs for a spicy twist that lifts your day!

Breakfast egg muffins

There are days, however, when you may not even have the time to wait for the eggs to cook. For those rushed mornings, there is another solution that you can add to your balanced breakfast menu: breakfast muffins. Simply mix together beaten eggs, chopped onion, tomatoes, spinach (to keep the muffins soft) in a bowl with a pinch of salt and pour the mixture into the muffin mould. Just before you put it into the oven to bake for 15-20 minutes, sprinkle a bit of On1y Basil or On1y Mixed Herbs on top of the mixture for an exotic touch. Remember to let the muffins cool before you store them and when it’s time for breakfast the next day, just stick them in the microwave and enjoy your breakfast in a cup!

Savoury oatmeal

There are some days, however, when you have time on your hands and would like to have a hearty breakfast meal. Oatmeal serves this purpose perfectly while also being the best breakfast for health. While it is great all on its own, there are ways to make it even better with a few simple ingredients. A mix of oatmeal, chopped red bell peppers, onions and salt cooked together and garnished with chopped spring onions is one of the best ways to make sure you follow a balanced diet for breakfast while also fuelling your body for a great day ahead. To make it even healthier, you could skip the salt during the cooking process and grind in some On1y Pink Salt just before serving. If you want a fiery start to the day, then just opt for a quick sprinkle of On1y Chilli Flakes. Either way, your perfect breakfast is set!

There you have it, some of the best healthy breakfasts to have this new year as you work towards building a new you! Pair these preparations with a nutritious fruit-based smoothie and you’re sure to have a well-balanced breakfast every day for the rest of the year! Keep flavouring and keep moving forward!

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On1y spices as a brand has always believed in pushing beyond the boundary to ensure extraordinary results. Partnering with Food Food awards was a step towards the same as it explores and appreciates the culinary world in a larger dimension.  “Partnering with BBC Good Food India, as we always believe, is a great platform to showcase gourmet products such as ours. We, at On1y Gourmet Herbs & Spice Seasoning, have maintained that our range of quality products uses premium ingredients sourced from the best of farms across the world,” said Viren Desai, Assistant Vice President, Jayanti herbs & Spices. The guests also had much to say about the role of seasoning in food. “We all need seasoning. It’s the spice of our lives. Whether its pastry or dessert, seasonings are very important,” said Avijit Ghosh, Corporate Pastry Chef, Leela Hotel. 

On1y  had an interesting question to ask and a  sustainable initiative on this occasion: What is the future of food? For every answer, they would plant a sapling. From vegan food and lab-grown meat to microgreens and robots, diverse opinions were penned down. “I think one should not worry about the future of food, because food is always going to be there,” said Akshraj Jodha, Executive Chef, ITC Hotels. Many believe that adopting a no-waste policy is the way forward. “As a culinary academic, I can say that right now the biggest challenge in our world is sustainability. From a chef’s point of view it is important that we plan everything well so that there is no waste,” said Dr. Suborno Bose, Chairman, IIHM Bangalore. But there are other sustainable methods as well. “Generally, there’s a lot of things happening in India, people are starting to understand there are great opportunities in sustainability whether it be livestock, seafood or just aquaponics,” said Shaun Kenworthy Chef, restaurateur, food and restaurant consultant and columnist. 

With a holistic culinary experience, Food Food Awards proved to be every bit worth the hype. “Our motto stands “Twist the Ordinary”, and it is through our offering that we wish to add the twist of gourmet to the daily kitchen of every household who looks up to these celebrity chefs and stalwarts from the culinary fraternity. The Food Food Awards recognize the experts in the culinary world, and On1y is proud to add the much-required zest of flavor as the Spice Partner of the event!” closed Viren Desai, Assistant Vice President, Jayanti herbs & Spices.

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Diwali, also known as Deepavali or Dipavali, is right around the corner. This Indian festival of lights is the climax to a four or five-day celebrations which marks a glorious victory in the Indian culture. It’s a celebration where the sky explodes with fireworks, the streets are dotted with twinkling diyas, and the homes crackle with the laughter of loved ones and friends.

However, there is more to this iconic celebration than just putting up lots of lights. Irrespective of what you call this most anticipated cultural gala of dazzling lights, legacies of victory and harmony, mouth-watering festival dishes and gifts to wish each other well-being and prosperity, Diwali truly unites the entire nation with its ubiquitous tradition and its gluttonous festive feasts. Rooting from the rich culture and the flavorful tradition of the country, here’s a list of the delicacies from the Diwali special food menu to kickstart the favourite Indian Festival:

Samosa

Samosas are small pockets of pastry, usually shaped into a triangle, stuffed with spiced potatoes, peas, lentils, and other vegetables are the most loved snacks in North India during Diwali. Although there are various versions of samosas, a traditional samosa is a deep-fried maida shell with fried onions with spices like cinnamon and cardamom and vegetables including peas, carrots, and mashed potatoes as fillings. Traditionally accompanied by coriander or tamarind chutney, these savoury pastries are a perfect tea time snack for this festive season.

Chakli

Chakli, or Murukku as known in various parts of the country, is a household snack from the south and the south and west India. These are crip and crunchy deep-fried snacks made with rice flour, gram flour or a mixture of lentil flours. The dough is infused with spices and molded into circular shapes with an extruder. These are then fried in hot oil until it becomes brown. Alternatively, one can also mold the dough with hand to form tiny circles to make Kadboli. The traditional savoury snack, like Murukku, is prepared from a mixture of chickpea, urad, moong and rice flour, pink salt, and flavourings such as chilli, ajwain, or cumin.

Shahi Tukra

Treat your sweet tooth with royalty in every bite with the Shahi Tukra, a delicacy from Hyderabad. This Indian version of bread pudding is a delectable dish with the deliciousness of bread infused with the richness of milk and cream. Topped with dry fruits and spices, this Nawabi cuisine is one remarkable dessert that one must try this Diwali!. Made by deep frying the bread slices in pure ghee and then dunking them in sugar syrup infused with saffron or cinnamon followed by topping it off with lustrous rabdi or milk cream.

Puran Poli

This popular Maharashtrian sweet bread is a household hero in various parts of West and South India. Puran Poli, or Holige or Baksham, is a traditional Indian stuffed bread with sweet lentil filling and a simple bread made of wheat flour or all-purpose flour with a dash of pink salt. Generally served as a dessert in the Southern parts of India, Puran Poli is also served as a part of a savoury meal. Although a generous drizzle of ghee (clarified butter) at the time of serving is very common for all regions.

Rasmalai

Rasmalai, the irresistible Indian sweet, can be described as “a rich cheesecake without a crust”. Believed to originate from Bengal, this dessert is considered to be a variation of the Rasgulla in which syrup is replaced with thick milk flavoured with cardamom or rose essence. The cheesy dough made with split milk is kneaded and shaped into balls which are then cooked in a milk base and soaked. These are later soaked in thick milk laced with cardamom powder and saffron strands.

Chivda

Chivda, or mildly spiced poha, is a quintessential Diwali dish across the country. Sometimes eaten as part of a meal or as a standalone snack, Chivda is a perfect savoury dish for balancing the taste of this festive season. While the Chivda gets its crisp texture from the roasted Poha (flat rice), its nuttiness is derived from the peanuts and the cashews. The balanced taste of the snack is obtained from spices like asafoetida, paprika powder and other spices. This fusion of crunchy poha and spices is a perfect snack when you wish to munch onto something delightful!

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Navratri is a very special festive time in India. It kick-starts a chain of multiple festivities, joy, and religious celebrations. If you think Navratri is a festival limited to Gujarat, then you are highly mistaken. It is celebrated across India in different names and ways but the reason behind the religious celebration stays the same—win of good over evil. 

Be it the grand Durga Pujo in West Bengal, Dandiya raas in Gujarat, Raavan Dahan in Delhi or the fascinating ritual of Kolu in Tamil Nadu—every celebration is associated its own significant flavoursome delicacies that are relished during these nine days while they fast. From old savouries to the newer sweets, here’s a list of six best traditional Navratri Dishes. 

Sabudana Khichdi 

Sabudana is one of the most popular sources of starch and it helps the devotees who are fasting attain the much-needed energy boost. Soaked Sabudana cooked with mild spices, peanuts, potatoes, and seasoned with black pepper is popular in most of Northern India. Instead of regular table salt, rock salt or sandha namak is used in the preparation as it is unprocessed and considered pure. Sabudana as an ingredient is very popular during Navratri and it is also used to prepare Sabudana Vada that also makes it a great Navratri snack. 

Luchi with Aloo’r Dum 

During the colossal Durga Pooja celebrations in Bengal that starts with Mahalaya, devotees turn to savour this delectable pair during the four main days of puja. Luchi, which is similar to ‘Poori’, is made only of maida. They are deep-fried and it is paired with aloo’r dum which is a divine combination of baby potatoes with ounces of onions, ginger, garlic, a mix of spices and garnished with herbs like basil, coriander and parsley. While in the north people follow a strict vegetarian diet during the nine days of Navratri, people in the east binge on a variety of non-vegetarian dishes.

Payasam 

A crucial part of prasadam during Navratri is Payasam, a widely loved sweet delicacy in Tamil Nadu. This classical version of payasam is made using vermicelli along with milk, sugar, and cardamom powder. Other versions use moong daal or fragrant rice as the main ingredient. An arrangement of festive dolls and figurines on step-like structures that narrates a religious story, known as “Golu” is the highlight of Navratri down south. People call guests to their house to visit their Golu and are offered this sweet prasadam along with sundal, and fruits. 

Kuttu ke atte ki Kachori 

In most northern states of India, people who fast during Navratri avoid the consumption of grains, pulses and cereals. Kuttu ka atta, made from buckwheat, is a special fasting ingredient widely used to prepare wholesome dishes for devotees who fast throughout these nine days. Kuttu is a non-cereal flour and is lighter than regular atta. The kachori is stuffed either with stuffing made of cottage cheese or potatoes cooked in mild spices, and later deep fried in oil. To enhance the taste, people add a sprinkle of black pepper or chillies to it and savour it with yogurt. 

Falahari Arbi 

Arbi, popularly known as ‘Taro Root’ in English, is one of the most popular vegetables that qualifies to be savoured during the scared days of Navratri. Arbi is cut into thin pieces, washed and par boiled.  It is then cooked in a paste made of tomato, green chillies and ginger, along with coriander seeds, cumin seeds, grated ginger, paprika, and seasoned well with rock salt. Light garnishing with herbs and served with kuttu ki roti or singhare ki roti makes for an amazing meal during Navratri. Adding other spices to enhance the taste makes it a healthy and lip-smacking option for devotees. 

Sundals 

Legumes tempered with grated coconut and mild spices are the highlight of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu during Navratri festivities. Varieties of sundal made of chickpeas, chana daal, moong daal, green gram, cow peas, filed beans, sweet corn, etc are prepared and given as prasadam during all the nine days of Navratri. The preparation is also fairly simple. The legumes are soaked overnight and cooked enough till they are soft, but not mushy. It is then tampered with mustard seeds, curry leaves, green or red chillies, chilli flakes, salt, and a dash of asafoetida.

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It would not be wrong to say that food is the only constant in our ever-changing lives. Be it a terrible day at work or small things not working out in your favour, good food can make anything and everything better. And nothing makes us hungrier than watching our favourite dishes simmering away on the screen! The urge to munch on something, while watching a movie is irresistible. Ever wondered why? There are certain films which wake the hungry child in us, by being so visually enticing that you just can not refuse another bowl of popcorn. So, equip yourself with multiple snacks and the numbers of delivery joints before you take this culinary tour with us:

1. Chef: Following the journey of a chef who quits his job to explore his dream of buying a food truck, the film is a visual masterpiece that strikes a perfect balance between food and emotions, as it showcases how his passion for food brings him closer to his estranged family. The film embarks on a culinary journey, making you drool with its stunning visuals and keeping you hooked with its detailed narrative. From high-end delicacies to modern-day innovations, there is much for your eyes to feast on.

2. Eat, Pray, Love: A therapeutic vacation and lots of cheese. Need we say more? The first half of the movie takes us on a joyride of flavour with a trip to Italy. Eat Pray Love just goes on to emphasize that pizza is always a good option. With breathtaking shots of Italian delicacies, seasoned perfectly with cheese and olive oil, it traces the journey to pasta heaven. If you are looking for a food coma, this might be your movie to binge. Not convinced yet? Leave it to Julia Roberts and the Italian landscape to do the rest.

3. The Lunchbox: The movie sketches a love affair with a lunchbox as the only connection between two people. It brings forth the raw essence of cooking at Indian households at its very best. The forbidden romance at the base of the plot holds the movie together, but there is much to enjoy for a food enthusiast. What follows is a fantasy world created over notes and a box of delectable food. 

4. The Hundred Foot Journey: What happens when a French and Indian chef are next door neighbours? A fusion of flavours follow. From an amateur cook experimenting with his ancestral recipes to bagging a Michelin star for one of the most sophisticated French bistros, the journey is monumental- and so is the experience for food lovers, with exotic Indian and French classics on the table.

5. Ratatouille: A sewer rat and a complex French recipe: not really a match made in heaven, is it? But what happens when a rodent turns out to be the master of spices? With Paris as the backdrop, we see Remy, a rat with a passion for French cooking struggling to find his ground in the culinary world and showcase his skills. A rendezvous with a young lad proves lucky for him, as together they create some scrumptious dishes. A heartwarming journey with a side of French delicacies makes sure you stay glued to your seats!

6. Julie and Julia: Comparing the life of Julia Child, a renowned food author and Julie Powell who has taken up the challenge of recreating Child’s recipes. While on the one hand, it strings a dramatic narrative, it also takes you on a food rollercoaster you don’t want to get off. The combination of food and emotion has always worked wonders and it is no different this time!

7. No Reservations: An extremely hot-headed yet supremely talented chef meets a rising star, who has been longing to work as her sous chef. Sparks fly and we gape in awe at the delicacies they dish out together as well as the chemistry they share,. Watch it for the romance with a side of deliciousness.

8. Jiro Dreams of Sushi: Jiro is a sushi master at a three Michelin star restaurant which is deemed as a niche in Japanese cuisine. While the movie explores diverse dynamics, the food lover in you just can’t stop drooling as Jiro serves a perfect piece of sushi. You can observe his expertise, as he understands and feels his customer’s emotions when they taste his food. Tune in, if you’re a sushi fan or if you want to observe the master in action!

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