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HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF FOOD TASTING
India's single malt market hits 5 lakh cases, led by desi brandsIndian single malt whisky sales are projected to reach five lakh cases by 2025. This growth is driven by domestic brands like Amrut and Ram...
Food tasting history and the promise of prevention of poisoningWhen members of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently protested at having to do food tasting for VIPs, it seemed an anachronism.
In 1776, a rare declaration was created by America. Britain quietly preserved it. Nearly 250 years later, it was found by accidentFor Americans the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the discovery carries particular symbolic value. It reminds us that...
Spicy chicken curry, dosa: Malayalam superstar Mammootty’s personal chef reveals what he eats to stay fit at 74Malayalam superstar Mammootty looks impeccable at 74. In an old interview, his personal chef revealed details of his diet. Although the act...
Americans rewire their grocery shopping routines while digesting the biggest price jump in 50 yearsAmericans are changing grocery shopping habits due to significant price increases. Many are now hunting for discounts and switching to stor...
Best German proverb of the day: "Death pays all debts," a life lesson on letting go of grudgesBest German Proverb of the Day: The German proverb 'Der Tod zahlt alle Schulden' means death settles all obligations. This saying reflects ...
Psychology says people who always want a different meal may be wired to seek noveltyPsychology says people who always want a different meal may be influenced by variety-seeking behavior, sensation seeking, openness to exper...
Elixiir Foods introduces its first retail venture FreshTerra, backed by $9 million seed fundingElixiir Foods has launched its first FreshTerra retail store in Gurugram. The company plans to open twelve to fifteen more stores by FY28. ...
In 1910, a Swiss law student who never finished his degree was trying to make hot air balloons more airtight; he ended up inventing aluminium foil now used in kitchens worldwideRobert Victor Neher, a Swiss law student who never completed his doctorate, worked with two partners in 1910 to produce aluminium sheets su...
UAE eyes energy, food, semiconductor sectors for stronger investment ties with GujaratThe United Arab Emirates plans to increase investments in Gujarat's food security and energy sectors. Logistics and semiconductors are also...
Proverb of the day, 'He who does not travel, does not know the value of men', shows psychology of modern lifestyle, offers inspiring life lesson that every destination offers an opportunity to discover new perspectiveProverb of the day remains one of the most inspiring reminders that exploring the world is ultimately about understanding people. Landscape...
Ever wondered why does chocolate come wrapped in shiny foil and what hidden secret that sparkling layer protects before every delicious bite?Ever noticed that almost every premium chocolate comes wrapped in shiny foil? It may look elegant, but that thin metallic layer has a much ...
From Assam to Nilgiri: How regional teas are becoming premium brandsIndia's tea market is shifting towards premium products and regional diversity. Gen Z and millennials are driving this growth, seeking auth...
Britannia sharpening regional playbook to take on local rivals: MD & CEO Rakshit HargaveBritannia Industries is strengthening its regional strategy and localizing products to compete effectively. The company is empowering regio...
In 2010, Australian scientists fed native predators toad sausages spiked with a nausea drug so they would learn to avoid deadly cane toads: a trick now used to train quolls before toads arriveBaby quolls learned to avoid toxic cane toads after experiencing nausea from a special snack. This conservation method helps protect the en...
Indian mango festival inaugurated in SingaporeThe Indian High Commission in Singapore has organised a three-day event to promote premium mangoes, aimed at boosting agricultural trade ti...
Psychology says people who don't like ice cream are not strange, they may have higher sensory sensitivityFood preferences are shaped by a wide range of factors, including individual taste, sensory experiences, culture, and personal habits. Whet...
ITC sees demand momentum sustaining in H2; bets on premiumisation and healthy productsITC anticipates strong demand in the latter half of FY26, boosted by festive celebrations. Premium and super-premium product growth is evid...
4,000-year-old noodles found in China: Scientists discover the world's oldest bowl buried beneath the Yellow River region that survived an earthquake and floodWorld's oldest noodles found in China: A bowl of noodles dating back 4,000 years, unearthed at the Lajia archaeological site in northwest C...
Psychology says people who don't like chocolate aren't strange, their taste receptors may be looking for something differentPsychology suggests that people who don't like chocolate aren't necessarily unusual or overly selective. Sometimes, disliking chocolate sim...