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Cultural Importance of Indian Pickles: A Taste of Tradition in Every Jar

The cultural importance of Indian pickles goes far beyond flavour. Across India, achar isn’t just a side dish — it’s a cherished part of tradition, memory, and daily life. Passed down through generations, pickles connect people to their roots through taste, smell, and ritual. Pickles as a Pillar of Indian Culinary Culture From mango achar […]

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Jamie Oliver Kitchen, Ahmedabad: A Blend of Flavours

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If you’re a fan of Jamie Oliver and his iconic Italian-American cuisine, you may be intrigued by the recently opened Jamie Oliver Kitchen on the 4th floor of Palladium Mall in Thaltej, Ahmedabad. This restaurant is a blend of various cuisines, including Italian, Mexican, Thai, and Lebanese, which might make your taste buds do a

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Preserving the Taste of India: A Comprehensive Guide on Storing Indian Pickles

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Imagine this: You’re seated at a cozy dinner table, a steaming plate of hot roti’s in front of you, and your grandmother’s secret mango pickle jar just within arm’s reach. The anticipation builds as you take a bite, and the explosion of tangy, spicy, and savoury flavours dances on your palate. Indian pickles are not

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The Salty Secret: Unveiling the Reasons behind the Saltiness of Indian Pickles

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Indian pickles, with their vibrant flavours and tantalizing tanginess, are a beloved condiment that adds an extra kick to meals. However, one characteristic that often surprises people is their remarkable saltiness. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons behind the saltiness of Indian pickles, diving into the preservation techniques, cultural significance, and regional

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Foods for Healthy and Radiant Hair

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Our hair is a significant component of our overall appearance, and it plays a significant role in influencing the degree to which we are self-assured and comfortable in our skin. To preserve the vitality and health of our hair, it is critical to follow a diet that is both well-balanced and rich in the vitamins,

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Indian Pickles: A Delicious Addition

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Indian pickles, also known as achaar, are a staple in Indian cuisine. These flavorful mixtures of chopped fruits and vegetables, marinated in spices and oil, bring a tangy, savory kick to any meal. In India, it’s common to eat a small amount of pickle with every bite of food. But pickles aren’t just for Indian

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Bay Leaves & Its Benefits

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Bay leaves have been found to have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties, which may all contribute to managing some health conditions. Bay leaves are useful in managing a variety of health issues, such as arthritis, diabetes, cancer, digestive problems, respiratory problems, and infections. Bay leaves may help manage and treat diabetes by lowering your body’s

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My Rendezvous With Carrot Pickle

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Carrot Pickle Recipe or Gajar Ka Achar is a quick and easy, Andhra-style pickle which you can prepare in less than 10 minutes. Made using fresh carrots, green chilies, ginger, Indian pickle spices, sugar, and tamarind. Since carrots and green chilies are available year-round, you do not need it to be the summer season to

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The Staple Ingredient – Jeera/Cumin

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Cumin, which we call “jeera” is a key ingredient in any Indian household, and is always available in the kitchens. The benefits of jeera go beyond flavor- adding this spice to dishes provides you with a drink that has benefits for your body. Letting these seeds float in water overnight creates this drink, and proves

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Hing / Asafoetida – A Condiment That Cannot Be Missed !!!

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Hing/Asafoetida is a spice from Iran, Afghanistan, and Turkistan. But it’s mainly found in India. It comes from an herb, the plants of which contain resin. The sap is extracted from the stems and roots of the plant, which hardens into brownish-yellow sap. There is widespread controversy on the taste of raw hing., with some

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