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𝗔 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗧𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 It’s easy enough to pour yourself a glass of wine, have a taste and know whether it’s your cup of tea; but being able to identify a wine’s style and story from a single sip takes you to a whole new level of appreciation. If the thought of understanding the wine in your glass better whets your appetite, our guide to tasting wine like a pro is for you. 1. See Observe the colour and quality of the wine. The wine colour is most affected by the following: a. age of the wine b. grape variety 2. Swirl Swirling wine in the glass exposes it to a larger surface area. This increases wine’s contact with air & intensifies its aroma. 3. Smell Smelling helps to release the aroma compounds, and reveals most of its flavours. 4. Sip The overall ‘taste’ of wine is the combination of smells and flavours. Let the wine linger on your tongue for a moment and savour it.

There is a delight in the nuances of dining etiquette. No matter what the cuisine is, know how to wield your cutlery & enhance your dining experience!

A Brief Guide to French Pastries French cuisine has transcended the boundaries of the culinary world and gone on to become a revered art form. Amidst this gastronomic splendor, an absolute must-experience is the realm of divine French pastries. Let’s embark on this tempting journey & learn more about the delectable universe of French pastries. 1. Religieuse Religieuse is a type of French éclair made by stacking a small choux pastry case on top of a larger one.  Each case is topped with a ganache of the same flavour as the filling, then attached to each other using piped buttercream icing. 2. Madeleine A madeleine is a small sponge cake with a distinctive shell-like shape. It is made with génoise sponge cake batter, and then coated in jam and desiccated coconut and is usually topped with a cherry glacé. 3. Paris Brest Paris Brest is a round, crispy baked ring covered in flaked almonds, that's split in half horizontally and filled with praline flavoured cream. It was created as an homage to the long-distance Paris-Brest-Paris bicycle race (the pastry’s circular shape is meant to evoke that of a bicycle wheel). 4. Profiterole A profiterole is a choux pastry filled with whipped cream, pastry cream, custard or ice cream. It can be left plain or garnished with chocolate sauce, caramel or powdered sugar. 5. Mille Feuille Mille Feuille is a classic dessert composed of three layers of light puff pastry filled with alternating two layers of pastry cream. Mille-feuille can be found in many variations, with different flavors of pastry cream, fruits, or toppings. French pastries are admired all over the world for their complex techniques and flavours. We hope this guide inspires and inspires you to try them all!

Ice-creams around the globe  Turning down ice cream? Now that's a challenge nobody can win. Whether you're a passionate ice cream enthusiast or just someone looking to sweeten up your day, we've got you covered. Let’s delve deeper into the world of ice-creams where we learn more about three ice-creams from different parts of the world. 1. Paletas Paletas are Mexican popsicles or ice pops made from fresh natural fruits such as strawberry and mango. Sometimes, they are made from rich creamy ingredients such as Chocolate and Sicilian pistachio. The right mix of these main ingredients with secondary ingredients such as water, milk, condensed milk among others, opens a whole world of flavor possibilities. 2. Sorbet Sorbet is a vegan frozen dessert made from a simple mixture of fruit puree or juice, water, and sugar. The absence of dairy gives sorbet a refreshing and lighter texture. It's a popular choice for those who are lactose intolerant or looking for a dairy-free and fat-free frozen treat. Additionally, sorbet is known for its palate-cleansing qualities, making it a popular choice between courses in a multi-course meal. 3. Ais Kacang Ais Kacang or ‘bean ice’ is a traditional Southeast Asian dessert made of shaved ice and topped with syrups and other ingredients such as red beans, corn, jelly, etc. Some variations may include condensed or evaporated milk to add creaminess to the dessert. It is a colorful and flavorful icy treat commonly enjoyed in Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei, among other regions. As you embark on your own ice cream adventures, whether savouring your all-time favourite or daring to try something new, remember that each scoop holds the potential for sweet moments!

Four Traditional Diwali Snacks from across India Diwali is the festival of lights, celebration, and most importantly, food. India, with its diverse cultures, has a plethora of food cultures as well. From Motichoor Laddu in North India to Payasam in the South, we have varied undiscovered dishes astride Indian states. Let's learn more about 4 such traditional snacks prepared exclusively on the occasion of Diwali 1. Anarsa Anarsa or Hilsa is a traditional sweet fritter made with rice flour and jaggery. It is tossed in poppy seeds and deep-fried in ghee. Anarsa can be flavoured with fruits such as mango, jackfruit and banana. It is made across Maharashtra, Karnataka and Bihar. 2. Chorafali Sprinkled with chilli powder and amchur powder, Chorafali is a gluten-free snack from Gujarat, made from gram flour and urad flour. The dough is first pounded in a mortar & pestle, rolled, flattened, and cut into long strips and then fried. Despite being deep-fried, it is surprisingly light and fluffy. 3. Gavvalu Gavvalu is a gnocchi-shaped sweet made with all-purpose flour, jaggery, ghee and water, which is first fried to a crisp and then dipped in sugar syrup. There is a spicier version of this cowrie shell-shaped sweet where instead of jaggery, chilli powder is added to the dough. Gavvalu is exclusive to the state of Andhra Pradesh. 4. Chhodo Shaak As opposed to the tradition of eating sweets, West Bengal prepares a savoury delicacy called Chhodo Shaak on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. This delicacy made using 14 green leafy vegetables boosts immunity and tackles winter diseases. It is made for Kali Puja and is believed to ward off evil during the festive season. We hope you try these snacks and love them as much as we do!