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5 Healthy Ways To Include Coconut Meat In Your Diet

What comes to your mind when we say coconut water? The most common reply will be 'hydration'. A cool and comforting glass of coconut water refreshes us at any time of the day. The best part is that you will find street vendors selling coconut water at every nook and corner of the country. Many times, we drink coconut water straight from the shell and have the creamy flesh at the end. 'Malai', as we call it, is sweet, crunchy and gives a perfect ending to coconut water drinking session. However, several people ignore the malai as it is considered high in fat content. According to health experts Nmami Agarwal, one should not avoid having the malai as it is loaded with several healthy nutrients. She also highlighted some major reasons to include coconut meat in your everyday diet. Let's take a look. Also Read:   Ever Heard Of Coconut 'Embryo'? Viral YouTube Video May Surprise You View this post on Instagram A post sh...

Is Popcorn Healthy For Weight Loss? Here's All You Need To Know

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Whether as the inevitable accompaniment to movie-watching or for snacking at parties, popcorn occupies a special place in our hearts. There is something so delicious and unmissable about this crunchy treat that we simply can't resist it. The humble popped corn often comes under scrutiny by health enthusiasts. Some insist that it is not such a healthy snack and is best avoided on a weight-loss diet. Others say that popcorn is actually a light snack that can be eaten by those watching their weight. So, which side of the argument is true? Here's all you need to know. Can Popcorn Be Eaten On Weight Loss Diet? People usually embark on certain diet regimes while trying to lose weight. They undertake various weight loss programs that involve calorie restrictions and the inclusion of more foods that are rich in fibre and protein. Luckily, popcorn can be consumed even on a weight loss diet as it is high in fibre and can serve as an excellent source of the same. Popcorn is made of wh...

5 Low-Carb Indian Breakfast Recipes That May Help Burn Belly Fat

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We can all agree that belly fat is the hardest to lose. No matter how many fad diets or fitness regimes we've tried to follow, we somehow always struggle to lose the fat around our stomach. Don't you agree? While the internet is filled with tips and tricks to lose belly fat in a matter of days, there is no substitute for a healthy diet. If you're looking for results that are long lasting, you must try to inculcate habits that you can follow on a regular basis. And what better way to do this than by starting our day on a healthy note? In this article, we have curated a list of low-carb Indian breakfast recipes that may help you get rid of stubborn belly fat. Take a look. Also read:  5 Winter Foods That May Help Cut Belly Fat On Weight Loss Diet Here Are 5 Low-Carb Indian Breakfast Recipes For Weight Loss: 1. Oats Idli (Our Recommendation) Nothing defines comfort better than a plate full of hot and fluffy idlis. A perfect breakfast food, this oats idli offers a great bl...

India Gets Its First Smart Food Court In Pune; Details Inside

We live in a digitalised world where everything is available in just a few clicks. Today, we perform almost every task digitally. Post pandemic, we have realised the convenience even more. The hospitality sector has also taken up the trend quite fast - food apps being the perfect instance of the same. We reply on these apps on a regular basis to get our favourite dishes. Taking a step forward (towards digitalisation), India gets its first smart food court in Pune. As per reports on multiple media outlets, the smart food court has opened its doors in Law College Road, Erandwane in Pune. The place will host more than 15 popular brands across food categories. "Spread across 3,000 sq. ft. the court offers a digital customer experience," the reports read. Also Read:  New Delhi Railway Station Gets First Ever 24 Hrs Food Court Food Brands Available At India's First Smart Food Court: The reports further state that the place will host various popular food brands that can be en...

This Indian Street Food Restaurant Opened Its First Drive-Thru Outlet In UK

When we talk about drive-thru restaurants, KFC, McDonald's and Starbucks come to mind. The drive-thru concept of international restaurant brands is quite popular in India, but it seems to be going the other way around in foreign lands. A popular Indian street food restaurant chain has opened a first-of-its-kind drive-thru outlet in the UK. This just reiterates how Indian food is gaining popularity overseas. Indian street food already finds immense love in our country; it's exciting to see it getting as much appreciation in other countries, that too by people of different palates. Nothing surprising here though, our street food is so delicious that no one can stay immune to its charm.  The restaurant that has opened the drive-thru outlet is Chaiiwala. The famous eatery originally started operations in Delhi back in the 1920s and later opened outlets in the UK serving Indian street foods and beverages. With its new drive-thru restaurant on Manchester Road in Bolton, it is sure t...

Shah Rukh Khan Shares Hilarious Foodie Story About John Abraham's Pasta

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Shah Rukh Khan's comeback film 'Pathaan' was released on January 25 and has already crossed several benchmarks at the box office. Co-starring John Abraham and Deepika Padukone, the film is touching new echelons of success every single day. The spy thriller was Shah Rukh Khan's first film after four years, the last one being 'Zero' which was released in 2019. During a media interaction post the film's release, Shah Rukh Khan revealed some interesting anecdotes and behind-the-scenes moments from the sets of 'Pathaan'. He said that John Abraham used to bring a special home-cooked pasta to the sets of the film, that Shah Rukh Khan would detest to the core. (Also Read:  'Om Shanti Om' Inspired Cake Has Left Us Craving For Some Sweet Treats ) Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham interacted with the media recently. " John ek pasta banate hain. Main soch raha hu sirf apna pizza khau, iska pasta kabhi na khau , [John Abraham...

This Kerala-Style Masoor Dal Curry Is Ideal For A Wholesome Meal

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Dal defines comfort for every person across India. Pair it with rice or roti, dal makes for a wholesome meal any time of the day. Wonder what is the reason behind such massive popularity? It is the affordability, accessibility and enriched nutrient profile that add to the popularity of a bowl of dal. What fascinates us the most is the variety. We find a wide variety of dal across India - each of which has unique recipes in each regional cuisine. Take masoor dal (red lentil) for instance. It is a storehouse of protein, fibre, potassium, vitamins, folic acid, calcium, zinc and manganese - making masoor dal a super healthy ingredient for overall nourishment. You can use masoor dal to make Punjabi dal tadka, Rajasthani panchmel dal, Bengali tok dal and more. Another popular masoor dal recipe is parippu curry from Kerala cuisine. Also Read:  7 Street Foods From Kerala That Should Be On Every Foodie's List What is parippu curry? In Malayalam, red lentil or masoor dal is referred to...

Indian Woman Tries Popular German Snack For The First Time. Watch Viral Video

Let's admit, there's nothing more exciting than trying out different foods from across the globe. Be it the classic tiramisu, Belgian waffles , pad Thai noodles or enchiladas, foodies are constantly on the hunt for trying out unique and exciting dishes. And if you scroll through social media, you'll find plenty of such videos in which people can be seen trying a popular food for the first time. Recently, a video that has gone viral on the internet shows an Indian woman trying a popular German snack - pretzel for the first time, and her reaction is too relatable to miss! The video was shared by a woman named Kaveri on her Instagram page 'videshindian'. In the clip, Kaveri informs her viewers that her mother will be trying out German food. Her mother is then seen eating a pretzel while taking small bites from it. "Wait for the end. Ab samajh jao (understand now). But pretzels are still my favourite. Yes, yes I took some time to like it too," read the captio...

Rhea Kapoor's 'Sunday Snack' Features This Maharashtrian Dish - See Pic

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For foodies, weekends are all about indulgences. Some of us order our favourite dish from restaurants and unwind, while some cook up storm in the kitchen. Whatever it is, food remains a constant for all during the weekends. It is no different for filmmaker and fashion stylist Rhea Kapoor. By now, we all know that Rhea Kapoor is a great chef and loves rustling up drool-worthy dishes for her near and dear ones. So, during the weekend, Rhea took her taste-buds on a ride with a delectable fish preparation. She shared a snippet of the same on Instagram and wrote alongside, “Sunday snack inspo”. It was a delectable bombil fry (Bombay duck fry) with a twist! “Bombil with garlic coconut chutney and kairi is your Sunday snack inspo," the Instagram story caption read.  Also read:  Sonam Kapoor Loved This Healthy Treat Sent By Sister Rhea. Guess What It Is Looks delicious; isn't it? If you too are drooling like us, then here we have ...

Amul Celebrates Sania Mirza's Last Grand Slam With Heart-Warming Topical

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Indian tennis player Sania Mirza played her last Grand Slam match recently, before bowing out of the Australian Open. On Friday (January 27, 2023), she returned to Melbourne Park for one last hurrah and played the Mixed Doubles final with Rohan Bopanna. Fans from across the globe took to social media to shower their love on the 36-year-old tennis player for her illustrated career. Joining the bandwagon, dairy brand Amul too dedicated their latest topical to Sania Mirza's final match at the Australian Open 2023. Amul is known for creating unique graphics and posters on almost every trending topic (and news) from across the world. Keeping up with the tradition, Amul recently shared a graphic on social media, featuring Sania's emotional speech at the post-match ceremony. In the picture, we can see Sania in front of a mic, giving her final speech at Melbourne Park. "Kabhi Alvida Na Sania," the caption on the poster reads. It also adds, "Hang Up Racket, Open Packet...

Mulligatawny Soup: Is It India's First Soup? What Is It Made Of?

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Micro-cuisines need champions. One of the positive outcomes of pandemic-induced lifestyles, particularly in 2020 was the emergence of home chefs and smaller cloud kitchens that championed rare and, in many cases, dying cuisines. Anglo-Indian cuisine is one such cuisine that has seen a declining interest through the 2010s. I still remember my interactions with Bridget White-Kumar in 2012 and again after almost a decade in 2021. She has published multiple recipe books on the cuisine and also manages a popular Anglo-Indian food blog. As one of the custodians of this unique cuisine, she takes comfort in the growing interest in the cuisine in a post-pandemic world where platforms like Instagram have played a significant role in culinary trends. Also Read:  Rasam Vada Recipe: Make South India's Favourite Comfort Food With This Fool-Proof Recipe Just a month ago, Radisson Blu Hotel GRT Chennai unveiled the Ministry of Chutneys, positioned as one of the first restaurants in India to show...

Food Combinations You Must Avoid: Three Things You Should Never Team With Milk

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There is a reason why they say, 'you are what you eat'. You may be extremely particular about your daily diet and exactly how many calories your system crunches down every day, but at times the way you pair your food and the time when you consume it also plays a significant role in maintaining your health. Achieving a balanced diet is not about randomly jam-packing your meals with a mix of different ingredients. It requires apt knowledge about various ingredients, their nutritional play on our health and exactly what not to team them with to ensure optimum health. While many would talk about what to eat and what to include in your daily diet, little is conversed about how best to consume these ingredients and what NOT to do with them. Demystifying the same concept, today we shall talk about one of the basic, commonest and most crucial items in our daily diet - milk - and what not to team it with to ensure a healthy body. Protein and milk According to a Delhi-based nutritionis...

Best Cloud Kitchens In India You Must Try

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Food delivery has perhaps been a saviour amidst the pandemic. After all, it is what keeps up going no matter what the occasion is! Doesn't a freshly baked pizza lift up our mood just by the aroma of it? How about concluding your day with some decadent chicken tikkas and kebabs? Catering to such food cravings even amidst the COVID crisis were a number of cloud kitchens across the country. Also known as dark or ghost kitchens, cloud kitchen is a low-cost model where kitchens are rented out and are used for food deliveries that are mostly fulfilled through an aggregator. In such grim times, many big food companies have turned towards the cloud kitchen model due to its high demand and low investment. In times when people aren't going out yet missing the restaurant-like food, cloud kitchens have come up as a respite. India has a host of cloud kitchens that have been delivering food for a long time and it's time they get their share of the limelight. Here Are 21 Of The Best Clou...