F for Fenugreek Seeds: A to Z of Indian Foods | The Health Pantry

Despite its Greek roots, today, Fenugreek is now considered Indian for all intents and purposes. It has become a forgotten ingredient in the land it originates from. In India, however, Fenugreek, especially the seeds, have earned themselves a very good reputation. This reputation comes as a result of both, the flavour it impacts and its […]
E for Elaichi | A to Z of Indian Foods

With a history that is old as time, Elaichi or Cardamom is the oldest spice in the world. It has found itself in the foods of Royalty from all over the globe. There’s a popular belief that Cleopatra found its aroma so enticing that she had her entire palace scented with its smoke before her […]
The Ultimate Guide To Proteins

Over the past two decades, protein as a nutrient has been at the front and centre of most conversations around health and fitness. It has also been scrutinized a lot more than any other nutrient. No other nutrient has gone through the ups and downs protein has. And despite all the criticism and backlash, protein […]
D for Drumstick: A to Z of Indian Foods | The Health Pantry

This one is my favourite! It is a crucial part of the one Indian cuisine that every Indian loves, South Indian! I am yet to meet a client who does not like South Indian food. Idli or Dosa is one of the most popular Sunday breakfasts all over the country. This means that every Sunday, […]
C for Coconut | A to Z of Indian Foods

Ever wondered why we Indians start every important event with a Coconut? Our wise ancestors knew how beneficial this fruit is and the ritual of cracking a coconut before starting anything important was their way of ensuring coconut reaches every home. What is interesting is that in India we use the coconut fruit in all […]
B for Banana | A to Z of Indian Foods

In this article, let’s look at B for Banana! Banana, a beloved fruit across classes, across the globe, is the second most important fruit crop in India after Mango. Banana is said to be the first fruit of the world. This means that we, as humans, have been eating Bananas longer than anything else. This […]
A for Amaranth Seeds | A to Z of Indian Foods

India is home to some of the most interesting healthy foods in the world. And since we have grown up with these amazing foods all around us, we sometimes forget how lucky we are. With this thought in mind, we bring to you the A to Z of Indian Food Series! In this series, we […]
5 Healthy Habits Everyone Should Learn From Vietnam

Originally posted on LinkedIn by Khushboo Jain Tibrewala In just 14 days, Vietnam had me completely mesmerized and in awe of its rich food heritage. Vietnamese cuisine is the perfect marriage of health and taste. Barring a few dishes here and there, most of the traditional dishes are both delicious and wholesome. It was possibly […]