Turmeric was used in Vedic rituals for protection and healing, called Haridra. Black pepper is praised in Charaka Samhita for digestion and sensory awakening. Masala dabba is a culinary heirloom ...

Spices are as old as humankind itself! They have led to the creation and loss of empires. Even new continents were discovered because of spices. There are numerous spices mentioned in the Bible, such ...

British arrival in India sparked a culinary fusion, creating Anglo-Indian cuisine from necessity. Indian spices met English ...

Spices are ... well, the spice of life. Okay, maybe that's not the most novel train of thought, but the quest for spices has been one of the driving forces that led ...

Indian spices, beyond their culinary appeal, are gaining global recognition for their health benefits, fueled by renewed interest in indigenous wellness and companies like Patanjali. Spices like ...

Bina Mehta’s masala dabba, boxes used to store spices commonly used in Indian cooking. Photo courtesy of Bina Mehta The Local newsletter is your free, daily guide to life in Colorado. For locals, by ...

The session marks a key milestone in India’s ongoing efforts to shape global frameworks for food safety, quality, and fair ...

Last month, I traveled to India to celebrate a family wedding. We enjoyed five days of rituals, ceremonies, dancing, family bonding and feasting. The curries, the handmade breads, the variety of ...