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- November 13, 2026
Food Manifest A steaming hot cup of ginger tea and rusk to dunk in it is a great way to start the day or a relaxing way to unwind in the evening. However, a recent viral video where workers in a rusk-making unit were seen licking and stepping on the rusks before packing them has got us
READ MOREMost of us prefer shiny, colourful fruits and vegetables when grocery shopping—and honestly, who wouldn’t? As consumers, we seek the crisp taste of freshly picked produce while enjoying the convenience of buying it year-round from our local grocery stores. Their clean, glossy appearance catches our attention and often convinces us to add them to our
READ MOREThe onset of the global pandemic disrupted the way we lived. In a country marked by stark economic inequalities, daily-wage workers felt the impact particularly hard. Vendors selling pani puri and chaat, fruit and vegetables, and small local markets play a significant role in meeting our daily food needs. Although supermarkets have become common, especially
READ MOREThe merits and demerits of milk has been a topic of debate for at least the past thousand years. In the United States, milk was one of the first foods ever to be tested in a laboratory, and in present times, it is one of the most regulated food in most nations worldwide. How Important is Milk
READ MORESwiss entrepreneur Julius Maggi created the Maggi brand, which has since become a household name for instant noodles worldwide. In 1884, as more women joined the industrial workforce, families had less time to prepare nutritious meals. Maggi responded to this need by developing a ready-to-use pea and bean soup powder that offered both convenience and
READ MOREThe miracle oil we have all been revering since childhood, which is considered the best for cooking purposes and the most reliable for healthy hair and skin, was recently dubbed ‘pure poison ’ by a Harvard professor. While there is very little evidence to support this claim, the hullabaloo surrounding coconut oil’s credibility evokes one to dissociate facts
READ MOREIn a major move for Indian food consumers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) announced that all food businesses must display their FSSAI licence or registration number on bills, cash receipts and purchase invoices. The FSSAI initially planned to enforce the requirement from October 1, 2021, but extended the deadline to January
READ MOREOne of the most significant elements that unites the disparate cultures in this country is an all-encompassing love of food.
READ MOREIn the pursuit of a healthy heart and overall well-being, the latest guidelines from the European Society of Cardiology, underscore the paramount importance of adopting a healthy diet. A balanced and sensible eating routine is identified as the cornerstone for preventing cardiovascular disease and maintaining optimal heart health. Understanding the Components of a Wholesome Diet
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