Mystic Cognac

In simple terms Cognac is the famous variety of brandy, produced in the wine growing region surrounding the town Cognac from which it gets its name.

"I was born to be Cooking to Perfection!"

Shaurya Veer Kapoor, Executive Chef, Gola Sizzlers Delhi

Ventilate the Kitchens

Modern kitchens are dependent on fresh air supplied by a proper ventilation system to dilute contaminants present within it. To avoid a situation that can lead to health hazard, ventilation should be treated as a core to kitchen planning.

Safe Kitchen

One of the gravest and life threatening dangers in the kitchen largely comprise of food borne illnesses.

A Perfectionist and A Leader!

Chef Aabhas Mehrotra, Culinary Director, W Goa

Diversity of the Indian Cuisine

Indian cuisine is an epitome of diversity. Each of the country's region has its own cuisine. Indians, thus have ample choice to divulge in different cuisines within the country. The specialty and attraction of Indian cuisine, as compared to that of food from other countries, is its intoxicating aromas, fresh blend of spices and rich ingredients. The cuisine, besides being flavour some and appetizing is also considered to have several health benefits as it uses spices like turmeric, ajwain, ginger, garlic, cardamom, and green chilies, which are beneficial for health. Ashok Malkani examines the cuisines of different regions within the country, how Indian cuisine differs from that of other nations and various other issues related to Indian cuisine.

Healthy And Tasty Fruit

Apricots grow in the apricot tree, whose height ranges from 8–12 m (26–39 ft), having trunk of up to 40 cm in diameter. Apricot fruit is a drupe and its similarities to the peach are evident. In fact, the ripe apricot with its hues varying from golden yellow to orange looks similar to a small peach. The unripe apricot is green in colour.

Drunken Monkey Set to Launch in US

Drunken Monkey - India's smoothie chain brand has announced its expansion into the overseas market. In the coming months, White Monkey F&B LLP (the holding company behind DM) will launch its first-ever international outlets in the United States, which is considered one of the biggest markets for smoothies in the world.

Juliette: A New European Eatery

A new eatery named Juliette Ristorante has just opened its doors at Andheri, Mumbai. Juliette, with a fantastically curated inspired European menu with a modern twist, has brought European summer vibes and feels to the town.

Have Grin with Beer

It is widely known that beer is the most popular alcoholic beverage in the world. In fact, it is the third most popular drink in the world, with only water and tea ahead of this golden coloured frothy drink in this aspect.

Jamming up

With more and more people showing their preference to go for products that are organic and low on sugar content, there are now new opportunities to start ventures dealing in fruit jams and jellies to cater to the new breed of consumers Used as the best food enhancer, Jam is a good spread also.

Curdled Milk

Yogurt that contains live bacterial cultures may help to live longer, and may fortify the immune system.

Talking Turkey

Being a bird, turkey has the delicious taste of soft meat. Turkey is fed with a diet of mainly corn and soybean meal along with a supplement of vitamins and minerals. It is a healthy food choice, and rich source of minerals and energy. People believe that turkey has more carbs, whereas turkey has more protein as compare to chicken and duck.

An Eye Towards East of Assam

Land of one-horned Rhinos, home to many wild animals, homeland of hundreds of the most endangered flora and fauna, nestles of wild birds and avifauna, Assam is called the “mother” of all states of Northeast India.

Popularity of Indian F&B Outlets Globally

An entrepreneur planning to enter the food & beverage industry but not sure about the location can do so in a completely different environment. A new country! This may be a little more complex but it can be an extremely rewarding experience. Indian cuisine is, today, extremely popular in several Western countries and provide an opportunity to creative and innovative entrepreneurs to make a mark globally. Ashok Malkani examines the hospitality scenario in the international arena and finds that there is a market for the success of an F&B outlet serving Indian cuisine in several countries and well known Indian chefs, besides other business enthusiasts have made a success of their restaurants, which are popular not only with the Indian migrants but also the local populace.

RUMmy Rainy Days

Rum, in yon days of old was considered as a pirates' drink. Known as the Devil's drink as it warms you up, trickling down the throat, today it is a popular alcoholic beverage that is there on almost everyone's bar shelves. International Rum brands have elevated the experience of the spirit and the focus is now on new aromas, flavour profiles and a range of interesting distillation methods. From the cocktail-ready white Rums to the elegantly sippable best dark Rums, today the drink has become a favourite of not only gents but also ladies. Its popularity can be gauged from the fact that two Rum days - "World Rum Day" and "National Rum Day" - are celebrated in July and August, respectively. Ashok Malkani examines various aspects of this beverage, which is becoming the most desired drink during the rainy season.

Intricacies Of Olive Oil

While most traditional bakery recipes include the usage of butter, fat, lard, or sometimes vegetable, the Chefs constantly try to tweak things to discover healthier and newer options. However, such efforts may not be required for olive oil. The fact is that olive oil of different grades and quality has been part of the Mediterranean diet for a long time, and it continues to find favours with the Bakery Chefs around the world.

Meditating on the Scrumptious Mediterranean Cuisine

Mediterranean cuisine, which does not belong to any particular culture but refers to culinary styles of people living in regions surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, is popular in India due to the huge variety it offers. Mediterranean food has developed not as national cuisine of any country but as a variety of regional cuisines based on diversified regional influences. Since olive oil is the most commonly used ingredient in Mediterranean cuisines, it is considered to be healthy. There is no traditional way of serving the Mediterranean food. This cuisine is a popular genre for dining out in India. Ashok Malkani examines various aspects of this cuisine and the reasons for its popularity in the country.

Greet & Meet Fellow Foodies at Pop Ups!

“I believe the purpose of pop up is to create a memorable experience which tickles you to revisit the restaurant again and again”-Chef Harangad Singh, Chef & Founder at Parat

The Perennial Taste of Kebabs

Whether it is a night party or an evening of introspection and irrespective of whether there is a glass of whisky or beer accompanying the treat, kebab is the perfect partner at any such occasion. If you are a meat lover, a plateful of well-prepared kebabs do have the potential to take you to a different world; a world where only aroma and taste reigns and the worries melt in the warmth of the mouth… like the glitter of diamonds, the taste and aroma of kebabs too can delight many generations. They are for all seasons, and their gastronomic appeal does have the potential to perennially flow across ages.

Bright Sunshine for Cloud Kitchens

The pandemic has created new norms in all walks of life. Restaurateurs, with SOPs like social distancing and allowing only 50 percent accommodation for their dine-in clientele, after adopting drive-ins and takeaways, are now contemplating on cloud kitchens. A cloud kitchen is, basically speaking, a restaurant with no costs on rent, electricity, waiters or any other fixed charge. In the post-Covid world cloud kitchens have become a favourite venture for investors. Ashok Malkani examines why they are gaining so much popularity

Coping Up The Impact of Pandemic Challenges

As with other industries, the food and beverage sector is making endeavors to bounce back in business.

Whisky… A Spirit to Raise Your Spirits

Whisky is a drink that is cherished by both men and women of all ages. It is a drink that is slowly sipped, with friends or alone. Whisky is compared to liquid sunshine whose pouring into a glass is like light music for whisky lovers. Its amazing taste and flavor and large number of varieties make it one of the most popular drinks in the world. Whisky is also considered to be good for your health. It also makes you lose weight. Ashok Malkani takes a look at the variety of whiskies available and the countries manufacturing this nectar. Questions like what is the food that pairs well with this golden liquid and the cocktails that can be concocted from this liquor are also discussed.

Realta Ventures Acquires London Bubble Co.

Realta Ventures has announced the acquisition of premium Waffle brand, London Bubble Co.

White and Sweet Delight

Lychee is a tropical tree, which is native to the Guangdong and Fujian provinces of southeastern China. Its height generally varies from 13m-28 m.

Masterclass with Chef Saransh Goila and Olives from Spain

Olives from Spain participates at IHE Expo with a Live masterclass conducted by Saransh Goila to surprise his Chef colleagues with creative recipes using olives from Spain to create his version of Indian tapas.

Packaged Sweets is Revolutionizing Packaged Food Industry

With packaged food industry as a whole evolving and maturing in the country in recent years, packaged sweets have come to register as an integral part of that process.

ITC Hotels Launch The Biryani & Pulao Collection

‘Ten Flavourful Favourites Now Available Pan India’

Food for Thought

The pandemic, which resulted in lockdown has had an ominous effect on the food & beverage industry. The subsequent unlock, which has started in a phased manner, has not eased the problems of the restaurant industry due to the SOPs that have to be followed by the restaurateurs. Getting the people, whose psyche, due to corona virus scare, refrains them from dining-out, back to the restaurants is only the tip of the iceberg. Reducing the seating capacity due to the social distancing enigma and maintenance of hygiene are some of the other major problems. According to a 2019 report of National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) the restaurant industry employs around 7.3 million people in the country. An adverse impact of the pandemic on this industry would have an effect on the country’s economy. Ashok Malkani discusses on how the industry plans to tackle these problems and how long it will take for the industry to regain the pre-COVID status.

Mamagoto and Foxtrot

For Perfect Gastronomic Delights, Two in One!