"The kitchen became my language": Chef Rahil Mehta shares his culinary journey
Chef Rahil Mehta reflects on his journey from India to New York, his education at the Culinary Institute of America, his experience in fine dining pastry and the lessons that continue to shape his culinary philosophy and career
01 August,2026 01:42 PM IST | Mumbai | Pinal MehtaGujarat's Unjha cumin, fennel receive GI tag; here's all you need to know
Located in Mehsana district, Unjha is home to one of Asia's largest cumin markets and has earned a reputation for producing premium-quality spices supplied across India and exported to international markets
31 July,2026 09:29 AM IST | Mehsana (Gujarat) | ANICheesecake Day 2026: Three innovative cheesecake recipes to enjoy the dish
Every year, Cheesecake Day is observed on July 30 to celebrate the delicious sweet dish. While the traditional ones are favourites, Indian chefs say you can do so much more if you love to experiment, and here are some of them
30 July,2026 01:08 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoDehradun aims to revive famed 'Doon Basmati'; here's all you need to know about
Abhinav Shah, the district's Chief Development Officer, noted that while about 100 farmers cultivated the crop on approximately 65 hectares in 2025, there is now a growing interest among farmers in this traditional crop
29 July,2026 11:25 AM IST | Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | PTIMumbai has a new place for pizzas, and here's all you need to know about it
Vincenzo Capuano is a third-generation Neapolitan master pizzaiolo and World Champion of Contemporary Pizza (2022), who is also founder of the global artisan pizza chain by the same name, which makes its debut in Mumbai
27 July,2026 04:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTequila Day 2026: Follow these 7 innovative tequila cocktail recipes
If you are a fan of cocktails that pack a savoury and spicy punch, tequila might be your favourite. On International Tequila Day, mixologists share savoury cocktail recipes that will elevate happy hour at home
23 July,2026 01:36 PM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai AgarwalBeyond the Masala Dosa, explore these three regional dosas in Mumbai
While masala dosa remains a beloved staple, South Indian cuisine is home to a variety of regional dosa styles that showcase unique ingredients, textures, and culinary traditions
22 July,2026 03:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNew food report higlights how Indians survived the summer in 2026
Mango-mania gripped the country with demand for mango-flavoured treats such as desserts and ice creams growing 19.3 per cent YoY, as 1547 Mango Lassis were delivered everyday during this period
22 July,2026 01:53 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndian Accent in Mumbai debuts on '50 Best Discovery'
Located within the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, the restaurant, which is situated in the national capital, has been in the city since 2023
20 July,2026 02:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWorld Rum Day 2026: Here are interesting rum cocktail recipes for you to try
For World Rum Day, Indian mixologists move beyond sugary serves to showcase rum’s more refined side with easy, flavour-forward cocktails that highlight the layered character of the spirit
12 July,2026 02:18 PM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai AgarwalWhen Marine Drive wasn't complete without K Rustom
As the iconic ice cream parlour’s licence gets suspended, many Mumbaikars are sad because they have had so many memories over the years, that they can’t imagine Mumbai without it
10 July,2026 01:47 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoChocolate Day 2026: Is eating chocolate good? Mumbai health experts explain
As people observe World Chocolate Day, Mumbai health experts say too much chocolate is not good
07 July,2026 09:13 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoWorld Chocolate Day 2026: Try these 4 innovative hot chocolate recipes
As Mumbai experiences the peak of its monsoon and city-dwellers work from home, this World Chocolate Day celebrate the season with a warm cup of hot chocolate but with a twist
07 July,2026 09:10 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoInside Mumbai’s Richest Ganpati Kitchen: GSB Mandal’s Mega Kitchen
Welcome to the GSB Seva Mandal Mahaganpati – Mumbai’s richest and most divine Ganpati, carrying a legacy of over 70 glorious years! Here, devotion is not only seen in prayers and aartis but also in the sacred prasadam served to thousands of devotees daily. Step inside the mega kitchen, where temple chefs prepare a 100% vegetarian, satvik South Indian feast.