Category: Food

China’s efforts to win an international certification for Pao Cai, a pickled vegetable dish from Sichuan, is turning into a social media showdown between Chinese and South Korean netizens over the origin of Kimchi, a staple South Korean cuisine made of cabbage. Beijing recently won certification from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) for Pao Cai, an achievement the state-run Global Times reported as “an international standard for the Kimchi industry led by China.” South Korean media was fast to dispute such a claim and accuse the bigger neighbor of trying to make Kimchi a type of China-made Pao Cai. ... Read more

When confectioner Laszlo Rimoczi decided to put masks on his chocolate Santas in his small workshop in rural Hungary, he intended it as a light-hearted joke to raise people’s spirits amid a worsening coronavirus pandemic. But it turned out to be a shrewd business move as orders surged online, and now he can hardly keep pace with demand. “I think by the time Santa comes he will have to wear a mask because Santa has to show a good example to people,” Rimoczi said, sitting in his workshop in the backyard of his village home in Lajosmizse, about 70 kilometers ... Read more

ITC Hotels has announced a tie-up with food aggregator Zomato to deliver dishes from its restaurants to those craving a taste of Dal Bukhara and other ITC specialities. ‘Gourmet Couch by ITC Hotels’ is the chain’s most recent culinary offering that encompasses exclusively curated menus from ITC Hotels’ signature brands, delivered to the guest’s residence under stringent safety protocol.  Anil Chadha, COO, ITC Hotels said, “ITC Hotels has always showcased the finest culinary traditions through its globally acclaimed signature brands. However, in a world where change is the order of the day, it has been our endeavour to ensure our patrons ... Read more

Johnnie Walker, the whisky which traces its roots back 200 years, will soon be available in paper bottles. Diageo, the drinks giant that owns the brand, said it plans to run a trial of the new environmentally-friendly packaging from next year. The brand, popular with travellers the world over, is sold in glass bottles, but the firm is now looking for ways of using less plastic across its products, according to a report by the BBC. Whisky tours are very popular with tourists who visit Scotland and Diageo is playing a role. The Johnnie Walker Princes Street attraction is the ... Read more

Pubs in England will open today at 6 am (BST) as lockdown measures eased past midnight. Downing Street said the opening time for pubs was a “sensible precaution” to avoid midnight parties that may be conducted to celebrate the reopening of the pubs which were shut since March. British Summer Time (BST), the civil time in the United Kingdom, is advanced one hour forward of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) so that mornings have one hour less daylight and evenings get one hour more. The pub industry said the reopening was “fantastic” but urged customers to respect staff and changes in ... Read more

The Ministry of Tourism as part of its Dekho Apna Desh webinar series featured ‘Vedic Food and Spices of India’, in an attempt to showcase ancient culinary wisdom. Two renowned chefs, Rajeev Goyal and chef Gautam, held centre stage. While Rajeev Goyal is a culinary tourism expert and the president of India Food Tourism Org, the first of its kind food tour company in India, chef Gautam has been closely associated with some of the leading premium brands such as Radisson, Oberoi before heading to the Beverly Hills in the US. From adding a sprig of tulsi in the water ... Read more

Dining at a table where each person is enclosed by a clear plastic shield might look and sound futuristic, but it could be one way for some restaurants to reopen, according to a report by international news agency AP. The prototype plastic shields are known as the “Plex’eat,” and they resemble big clear lampshades suspended from the ceiling. They are being showcased temporarily at H.A.N.D., a Parisian restaurant seeking a way to reopen its dining room as coronavirus restrictions are relaxed. As restaurateurs around the world seek to resume in-person dining amid the pandemic, they want to adhere to social ... Read more

Seamus Mullen is an award-winning New York chef, restaurateur and cookbook author. In 2007, he was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a debilitating autoimmune disease, which forced him to rethink his relationship with food. “Ultimately, through food, exercise and lifestyle changes, I was able to successfully turn my health around,” shares Mullen, who says that Cheribundi has been but one of the keys to improving his RA. “Whether I’m spending the day in the kitchen or on my bike, I drink Cheribundi along with other ‘Hero Foods’ to reduce soreness, boost my immune system and amplify my overall health.” Cheribundi ... Read more

Cake mixing is a ritual practised across the world with much zest and enthusiasm just before Christmas. To soak in the festive fervour and to give a good experience to all its guests, Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan recently organised a ‘Cake Mixing Ceremony’. Armed with gloves, aprons and Chef hats, guests came together to celebrate the festivities and merriment of cake mixing. The hotel used premium quality spices and dry fruits to get the best cakes of the season. Guests were seen pouring wine and mixing the ingredients together with a lot of excitement and gaiety. The event saw ... Read more

Punjabi cuisine is arguably the most popular North Indian cuisine that finds equal acceptance from gastronomes all across the country. With the rich flavours and appetizing aromas from the land of five rivers, Sayaji Pune will take food lovers on a gastronomical journey to gorge on their favourite Punjabi delicacies at their Chak De Phatte – Punjabi Food Festival. Offering a wide variety of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian fare, there is no option but to dig in as the chef has crafted a menu that will offer a culinary experience from the royal kitchens in Punjab. The 10-day long food ... Read more

With over 100 unique culinary experiences combining food with art, culture, and innovation, thousands of people are expected to enjoy the urban culinary festival “OpenRestaurants™” that will return to Jerusalem for the fourth year running from 19-23 November 2019. The many open kitchens, private tours, food talks, art and culture bring together the rich fusion of ethnicity that multicultural Jerusalem offers, showcased at some of the city’s most exciting and celebrated restaurants and landmarks. The festival will span across Jerusalem offering a distinct series of events in some of the city’s top cultural venues. Together with world-renowned chefs, OpenRestaurants™ Jerusalem ... Read more

Cloud Dining Restaurant, the first restaurant in the city that will allow people to have a fly dining experience, has  opened at Hitec City, opposite Shiparamam in Hyderabad. This foodie palace is divided into two parts, one is Cloud Dining and the other one is Cloud Dining Restaurant. In the Cloud Dining, which is 160 feet above the ground, a total of 26 people can enjoy sky dining at a time and it will host three sessions in the evening. Each session is limited to one hour and, one can book it through the website www.clouddining.com or give a ring ... Read more

With an aim to attract more tourists to the state, Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC), has set up food zones at three popular tourist spots in the state. The new facilities have been set up at Bheemili, Araku, and Yaradu beach. A drive-in restaurant has been opened in Araku Valley, a container restaurant has been opened near Bheemili, and a beachfront restaurant has been opened in Yarada. “The motive behind setting up these zones is to offer wide options of cuisines to visitors visiting this place from various states, and also to provide them a suitable ambience,” said T G ... Read more

This Sunday Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia is offering you, all the flavours of Mediterranean cuisine under one roof. The cuisine comes from the countries adjacent to the Mediterranean Sea that covers Italy, France, Portugal and Part of Greece. The guests will get a chance to savour on the different Mediterranean dishes at the biggest BBQ theme brunch in Goa that will enliven the taste buds of the patrons. The verdant atmosphere with a serene poolside setting, right from a live band, face painting to kids buffet, Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia will be a perfect place to create a gastronomical experience ... Read more

Halloween is just around the corner and it’s that time of the year again when witches rise and the nights are dark. Goa has plenty of spooky and fun-filled events to get into the spirit and with the same spirit; Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia is fully prepared to welcome Halloween with some truly terrifying props. To celebrate this event amid a unique ambiance, the hotel has come up with a number of attractions. The evening will consist of a huge Halloween special buffet dinner with a piece of live music by the poolside. Don’t miss out on the amazing Halloween ... Read more