Food - Different Truths

November 2, 2023
Ruchira Adhikari Ghosh
Food, History & Culture

Discover the Origins of Papadum Over 5,000 Years Back

Ruchira explores the origins and flavours of papadums during the festive season, highlighting its transcendental nature and personal connection, exclusively for Different Truths. During the festive season, which is...

October 18, 2023
Sarika Sarkar Das
Food, Special Feature

How to Make Khoi-er-Bora: A Step-by-Step Guide

Sarika explores the fading significance of traditional Bengali nursery rhymes and rice varieties, reflecting on changing eating habits and introduces a savoury snack called “Khoi er bora”. A Durga...

September 14, 2023
Ruchira Adhikari Ghosh
Food, Relationship & Lifestyle

The Epic Journey of Instant Noodles in 1982

In 1982, a Swiss MNC introduced instant noodles in India, revolutionising the snack industry and becoming an iconic brand endorsed by Bollywood stars, writes Ruchira, exclusively for Different Truths....

July 13, 2023
Ruchira Adhikari Ghosh
Food

Curd’s Exotic Journey: From Turk Travellers to Delightful Dishes Across India

Ruchira tells us that curd, with its exotic origins and versatility, is a staple in Indian cuisine, enjoyed in regional dishes and tropical climates, exclusively for Different Truths. Curd...

April 13, 2023
Ruchira Adhikari Ghosh
Food, History & Culture

Coriander Leaves, Cilantro & Parsley Elevate Taste & Flavour

Three similar herbs, Coriander leaves, Cilantro, and Parsley, have specific differences too. Ruchira tells us how these invaluable herbs are used in kitchens worldwide – an exclusive for Different...

February 23, 2023
Ruchira Adhikari Ghosh
Food, Potpourri

Biscuit: The Delightful Crunchy Snack

Ruchira traces the antiquity of biscuits, also the many uses of biscuit tins – exclusively for Different Truths. The other day, while I sat sipping my morning cup of...

January 6, 2023
Susmita Bhattacharya
Food

Pithe and Patishapta: Winter Celebratory Sweets in Bengal during Poush Sankranti

With Poush Sankranti around the corner, Susmita tells us about Pithe and Patishapta, the celebratory sweets in Bengali homes, all over the world. Read more in the weekly column,...

December 8, 2022
Ruchira Adhikari Ghosh
Food

Cauliflower: A Versatile Vegetable for Vegetarians & Non-vegetarians

Cauliflower jells very quickly with everything, vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisines, says Ruchira – exclusively for Different Truths. Cauliflower, or Phulkopi in Bangla, is the king of vegetables, reigning in full glory...

November 24, 2022
Ruchira Adhikari Ghosh
Food

A Tale of Strange Snacks

Ruchira shares some strange snacks, a joy for the foodies – exclusively for Different Truths. The dictionary meaning of snack is asmall amount of food eaten between important meals...

October 2, 2022
Sarika Sarkar Das
Food, History & Culture, Religion, Special Feature

Blissful Bhog: Durga, Lakshmi, Kali & Jagadhatri Pujas

Bhog, offering an elaborate lunch to the deities, is an integral part of the puja rituals. The menu is almost the same for all the Autumnal Goddesses. Sarika shares a...

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