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New Delhi: As the year draws closer, look out for some adventures that you can explore to reset and rejuvenate, while enjoying them with your close ones or perhaps taking a solo trip. With a long weekend on New Year 's Day, it feels like the most appropriate decision to pause and escape the city buzz, and begin the next chapter of life somewhere quiet and away from the bussle of Delhi or its AQI. For Delhites, the little window to excuse and pack bags to say goodbye to the rush and pollution for some scenic horizons can be a great way to welcome the New Year. Whether you are craving a mountain morning or a heritage-rich luxury escape, or maybe looking to stay near a city with wellness-infused travel that just makes you feel all out of the world. Here is our curated guide on the places that you can simply weekend over a weekend and make your New Year 2026 a great start with fresh and positive energy. Top places near Delhi for the New Year long weekend 1. Rishikesh A...
New Delhi: Weeknight dinner can be a challenge at times, since it comes with a tug-of-war between convenience and relaxing and cooking a home-cooked, nutritious meal to skip eating outside food. After a long day at work, followed by another each morning, working professionals can find it difficult to spend hours in the kitchen cooking food for themselves. Skipping meals or ordering in cannot always be a sustainable solution. But to avoid such disturbances, you must know that there are a lot of vegetarian food options that can be great for dinner and are cooked in under 20 minutes for a hearty and wholesome meal. With minimal effort, ingredients and time, you can prepare yourself a delicious dinner each night, prepared freshly with healthy ingredients to keep your body energised and active. Here are some recipes you need to try at home for a delicious weekday dinner. Vegetarian dinner recipes under 20 minutes 1. Dal Tadka A speedy version of slow-cooked dals, you can use any dal...
New Delhi: Christmas is the most cheerful time of the year; the energy and surroundings turn warm and glow with the fairy lights. The kitchen at home turns all festive, with food and festive treats being prepared. If you are planning a cosy family dinner, or simply craving a festive treat but not wanting to spend hours in the kitchen, here is the right way to choose ingredients and smart shortcuts for delicious holiday food that can come together faster than you think to provide the essence of holiday cheer. From comforting snacks, to crowd-pleasing desserts there are a lot of dishes which can be prepared in under 20 minutes but celebrate the same essnence as traditional cooking techniques. Perfectb for beginners, those who are not willing to spend hours in kitchen or busy professionals or anyone who simply wants to indulge in festive cheer. Christmas dishes to prepare in under 20 minutes 1. Butter garlic prawns This elegant Christmas dish is a favourite that looks fancy and cooks...
New Delhi: Christmas dinner is often imagined as a table filled with food, especially with non-vegetarian food items. But a vegetarian spread can be just as indulgent, celebratory and soul-satisfying for those who love enjoying a Chrsitmas feast without feeling left out of the non-vegetarian delights. Plant-forward meals allow seasonal produce, warming spices and rich textures to take centre stage and create a dinner that feels lighter and deeply rich for festive indulgence. From golden bakes to slow-cooked curries, the warmth Christmas recipes bring is unmatched. Here are some recipes that you must try at home for an ultimate vegetarian feast that balances creativity and tradition. Vegetarian Christmas dinner recipes 1. Mushroom and chestnut wellington This plant-based showstopper is layered with mushrooms, roasted chestnuts and caramelised onions and herbs wrapped in a flaky puff pastry. Rich and umami-packed, along with a visually appealing Christmas treat. 2. Roasted cauliflower...
New Delhi: As the winter settles in and the air becomes chill, we all crave something to wrap our arms around as a warm hug, just like a warm and beautifully crafted cocktail. The charm hot cocktails hold during winter lies in the ability to keep the body warm, comfort the senses and elevate the joy of celebrations. Whether a Christmas party at home, a New Year 's gathering, or a quiet evening with friends or loved ones, a perfect glass of a warm cocktail can make you feel special. This year 's festive season brings a delicious shift towards seasonal ingredients, aromatic spices, and comfort-driven flavours. Think a glass filled with spirit with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, a hot chocolate base, mulled wine with citrus blends, all twisted to prepare a perfect festive glass. Here are two expert shared recipes that you must try this season to elevate your simple hot toddy sips. Warm cocktail recipes for winter Smoky Brandy By Krishna Mandrekar, Senior Bartender, Deltin Royale,...
New Delhi: The festive season is just around the corner, and with the cosiness comes the warmth and urge to celebrate the festive season even closer to your loved ones. It is the time when we meet one another to celebrate joy and new beginnings with warm and thoughtful gifts, for colleagues, gifts that are not too personal yet appropriate for their daily use can be a good idea to welcome the holiday season. Choosing a Christmas gift for colleagues can be surprisingly tricky; you need to plan well to gift something not too personal, yet something that can come in use easily and well-thought-out. This year, the gifting trend is all about thoughtful, practical and mindful gifting that are desk-friendly and small luxuries to add to your everyday work mode. Christmas gift ideas for colleagues 1. Scented candles A soothing candle with lavender, sandalwood or eucalyptus may help calm the stress days at work and help them find peace between the juggle of multiple tasks. Opt for soy-based...
New Delhi: When you travel to a new place or some place where you can get offered different cuisine, as a food lover, you must experience it once in your lifetime. A trip to the mountains cannot be fulfilled or satisfying if you haven 't tried the local delicacies or the traditional food. One such cuisine from Himachal Pradesh, where the surroundings reflect crisp air, ancient traditions and warm mountain hospitality. Every valley has a story to tell, or popular foods that are closer to the culture and are a must-try. Imagine slow-cooked curries, hearty thalis, or authentic flavours of spices and vegetables blended to prepare a perfect dish. Here is your ultimate guide on the best food items to try in Himachal Pradesh for a power-packed and iconic trip to the mountains. Best Himachal Pradesh foods to try 1. Dham A traditional feasting platter prepared during the festivals and weddings, Dham is the heart of Himachali cuisine and is loved by all. It included dishes like madra,...
New Delhi: In a world where we see everyone running, the world feels like a battleground, and every hour we have to meet deadlines, notifications or endless responsibilities that are not letting us rest or think with a pause, even for a second. This is where we run to find the solution and know how to bring calm to life in order to live peacefully. The Japanese philosophy of Kanso begins to feel just not relevant, but essential for everyone to follow for simplicity. Rooted in Zen traditions, Kanso helps reclaim space and control in busy, rushed life. For those who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, worked up, or constantly the body feels 'on ', Kanso offers a gentle yet powerful reminder that life does not need to be cluttered to be meaningful. With Kanso, you learn to adapt to reduced friction, noise cancellation, and focus on the things that matter the most. Here is how you can apply the Kanso technique in your busy schedule for more simpler, beautiful and meaningful life....
New Delhi: In Vastu Shastra, the practice of cleansing your home with salt water is believed to be a powerful way to refresh the energy of your living space. This age-old ritual is said to dissolve negativity, enhance positivity, and create a calmer, more balanced environment. Easy to follow and deeply effective, saltwater cleansing has become a popular daily habit.
New Delhi: Winter season is finally here, and all we crave the entire day is comfort, warmth and nourishment to keep up with the season. For this, we all rely on one thing is food, some delicious, warm-hugging meals that provide nourishment while making the soul happy with its flavours, and nothing beats that trifecta better than spinach. This humble green transforms beautifully when the temperature drops. What makes spinach a truly special star is its versatility to adapt effortlessly to Indian as well as global flavours and fusion dishes. Here are some great Indian recipes which you can try this season at home with simple ingredients and enjoy a flavourful, warm meal that leaves your soul craving for more. 1. Paalak Paneer Ingredients: Spinach (4 cups), paneer cubes (200g), garlic (6–7 cloves), ginger (1 inch), green chillies (2), onion (1), tomato (1), cumin seeds (1 tsp), garam masala (½ tsp), turmeric (¼ tsp), salt, oil/ghee. How to prepare: Blanch spinach for 3 minutes...
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