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Freezing Indian Food

So, you like Indian food, your husband can`t stand eating any other kinda cuisine and your kids freak out on your desi khana! With scarcity of time, a full time job, nuclear families and house help getting rare, how does one cope with cooking .... more >>

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Organising a Pantry

Life is hurried for a working woman. We are spending less and less time in cooking or at the kitchen. In a life, which is most often fraught with stress of not finding things at the right place and at the right time, a little bit of planning can help... more >>

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Festive gift ideas " a family recipe book

The first thing you should do is sit down and make a list of all the great dishes that you and your family have shared over the years. What are the ones that you prepare regularly year after year? Complete a list of at least five recipes... more >>

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A little know-how on essential oils

When we are young, we tend to exhibit over confidence about our state of health and we ignore what seem to be minor ailments. A visit to the doctor is a big no-no unless one is so sick more>>

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The versatile banana

Just thought we must all know the basics about that humble fruit, the banana, which is available all the year round and which is arguably the world`s most perfect fruit...more>>

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Good food buys

If you are normally clueless when it comes to shopping for anything that is edible in nature but have to fend for yourself, here`s a good way to get started. Pick up a few quick tips on how to do your most basic food shopping. Also find tips on storing fresh produce. more>>

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Caring for Silverware

Set your table often with Sterling flatware. Frequent use actually reduces tarnish and helps develop a glow called patina, which enhances its beauty. Remember to rotate pieces .. more>>

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Quick tips

Certain vegetables like cabbage, cauliflowers etc. tend to smell strongly when cooked. Adding a tablespoon of vinegar to the cooking water can help prevent the odour. more>>

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The priceless potato

Potatoes are high in nutritive value. According to the latest findings, it is second only to broccoli in terms of disease fighting antioxidant activity. more>>

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Feng shui can be practised for food

Eating right is important, but did you know that feng shui can be practised on the food you eat? The colour of your food can be changed according to feng shui. more>>

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Five ways to store and use cakes

The cakes have been lovingly and painstakingly made. Now how do you store these precious cakes? Here are a few tips on how to store and use baked items. more>>

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Tips for men who eat out in restaurants

Most men like to eat out. It gives them variety and a chance to experiment. However, they have to keep in mind that they should get adequate nutritional intake as well. more>>

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Ayurvedic and home remedies for your stomach

Diwali is the time to enjoy yourself. There is great celebration as far as food is concerned. Laddus, barfis, mysore paks, rosgullas, gulab jamuns, patasas, etc., Ahem! more>>

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Keep fresh kitchen tips

Today`s homemaker is hard pressed for time. Yet, dishing out quality food continues to be in her list of top priorities. more>>

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Baking tips

Baking is fun - cookies, cakes and so many other finger-licking yummy stuff..... Baking a batch of these need not be a grueling task at all! Here are some pointers for `clever baking`! more>>

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Know your wines

Do you belong to the many people to whom a wine is a wine is a wine? Are you the kind that does not know one kind of wine from another? more>>

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Tips for a healthy refrigerator

The refrigerator is the backbone of your kitchen. You can make it a healthy one by stocking low-calorie or low fat food, high fibre foods, sauces, nutritious vegetables and fruits. more>>

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Tips on eating low calorie food

Eating low-cal meals is terrific    but this should not be at the expense of losing valuable nutrition that one would get from a proper meal. more>>

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Some foods that can double up as aphrodisiacs

Oysters, honey, and loveWith these edible aphrodisiacs on your side, it`s not just your gastronomical appetite that you`re going to satisfy.Cards are passe, bouquets are overpriced, chocolates are corny. more>>

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Pressed-for-time cooking tips

You love to spend lots and lots of time with the pots and pans. But you just don`t have the time! Here are some kitchen tips for the really-hard-pressed-for-time cooks! more>>

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Freezing food

If you thought freezing foods does not involve any preparation, think again. When should one season or garnish the dishes - before or after freezing ? And which foods should not be frozen at all as freezing will produce disastrous results ? Get to know the merits and demerits of freezing! more>>

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More baking tips

You like the springy feel of the just baked cake! Here are some baking tips just for you. Get geared to bake fluffy, crispy and delightfully delicious cakes ! more>>

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