Since 1969, Florida has battled the giant African land snail, smuggled in as exotic pets; the fist-sized invader eats 500 plant species and even the plaster off housesGiant African land snails, introduced as pets, caused a major Florida crisis. These hermaphroditic snails reproduce prolifically, laying hu...
18 Jul, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
A symphony of spice and sound: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers local musical treasure trove and culinary experiencesLouisiana offers a soulful experience through its waterways and vibrant music. Travellers can savour memorable dishes and collect small, se...
14 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Lights, Camera, Content: Cinema creators redefine how India watches filmsContent creators are making cinema more accessible to a wider audience. These creators dissect films, sparking deeper discussions and wider...
12 Jul, 2026, 07.59 AM IST
Psychology says people who specially learn to pronounce the name of their favorite dish of a foreign cuisine aren't showing off: What this behavior reveals?Psychology says people who specially learn to pronounce the name of their favorite dish of a foreign cuisine aren't trying to impress other...
11 Jul, 2026, 03.53 AM IST
The world has an anchovy problemProduction has plummeted by up to 40%, sending fishmeal prices to record highs. This crisis threatens to significantly increase the cost of...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Quote of the day from Ratatouille: ‘If you focus on what you left behind, you will never be able to see what lies ahead’ - Movie lesson on letting go of the past and embracing new opportunitiesDwelling on past regrets can blind us to future opportunities. This timeless quote of the day, highlighted by a poignant scene in Disney-Pi...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
In 1912, a wrestler got bored of eating ghee & milk every day. Then one day, a simple kitchen experiment led to the creation of one of world's most loved mithaisDiscover the fascinating history of dodha barfi, a beloved Indian sweet believed to have been created by a Punjabi wrestler more than a cen...
21 Jun, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
Scientists found 3,000-year-old honey in Egyptian tombs, and it was still edibleAncient Egyptian honey, sealed in tombs for millennia, has sparked tales of enduring edibility. While direct evidence is scarce, the remark...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
Every '60s kitchen had a Presto Hot Dogger, and now this single-use appliance is the retro find thrift hunters can't resistThrift stores are seeing a surge in popularity, especially among younger generations. A peculiar find is the Presto Hot Dogger, a 1970s app...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
In 1937, a chemistry student tasted something sweet on a cigarette, and this led to a sweetener that changed diet foods industryA lab accident in 1937 led to the discovery of cyclamate, an artificial sweetener. It quickly became popular for low-calorie products. Late...
03 Jun, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
Food Fables: How secretarial jobs helped develop India’s hybrid food traditionsAs thousands of English-educated South Indian men moved across India for secretarial jobs in the mid-20th century, they brought their famil...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.25 PM IST
In 1908, a woman frustrated with gritty coffee led to the paper filter that changed global morning brewing routines foreverMelitta Bentz sought to improve her personal coffee experience, leading to the invention of the paper coffee filter. This simple yet effect...
26 May, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
India’s brandy boom still feels uncool. Liquor cos want to give it a makeoverBrandy, a spirit deeply entrenched in South India's culture and cinema, is now undergoing a national makeover. Despite being India's second...
20 May, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
‘People from my town came to see me off’: Pune's 'Poddar uncle' recalls his first international trip to Germany in 1982Kamalakar Potdar, a middle-class boy from Kolhapur, achieved a lifelong dream by traveling to Germany in 1982, becoming the first in his fa...
18 May, 2026, 09.49 AM IST
In 1879, a chemist left a lab without washing his hands: A sweet taste on his fingers revealed saccharin and changed the history of artificial sweetnessImagine the year is 1879, a time of exploration and innovation. Constantin Fahlberg, while working in a lab, accidentally discovers sacchar...
17 May, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
A 2,000-year-old street staple from India is now ranked among world’s 10 best pancakesIndia's beloved Masala Dosa has been recognized globally, ranking sixth on TasteAtlas' list of the world's best pancakes. This traditional ...
01 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Vitamin-rich nooch reduces calories, and leaves a lingering savoury tasteTry sprinkling nooch on popcorn, in scrambled eggs or making a savoury dip with soaked cashews.
08 Apr, 2019, 11.28 AM IST