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Bought peaches that are still hard? Put them in a paper bag to speed up ripening instead of refrigerating them- Florida's Ochopee post office is a 61.3-square-foot shed that once held irrigation pipe for a tomato farm; it has served three counties since a 1953 fire
- Bengaluru man used to make tiffin for his daughters. Years later, he became a MasterChef India finalist. How a father’s love for cooking set off a remarkable journey
- Put unripe tomatoes stem-side up in a paper bag with a few holes: The setup may help them ripen by keeping ethylene close to the fruitHarvested tomatoes can continue to ripen thanks to the ethylene gas they emit. For the best results, arrange them in a paper bag with venti...24 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
- Why are some pears supposed to be picked while they are still hard? Leaving them on the tree can make the flesh gritty, while indoor ripening gives better fruitFor optimal texture and flavor, pears should be harvested while still firm and green, as they undergo a unique ripening process. Unlike app...24 Sep, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
- Put hard pears in a tightly closed paper bag: The gas they naturally release gets trapped inside and speeds up the ripening process that takes 7-10 daysTo enhance the flavor and texture of pears, it's important to note that they are usually harvested while still firm. For a speedy ripening ...24 Sep, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- Amazon to bet $3 billion on India's fast-delivery boom, sources sayAmazon has announced plans to invest $3 billion in its quick commerce business in India by 2030. This investment aims to expand its network...24 Sep, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
- McDonald’s turns its menu screens into a new money-making machineMcDonald’s is testing advertisements from other brands on digital menu screens at select US restaurants, seeking to turn customer wait time...22 Sep, 2026, 09.13 AM IST
- NASA sent seeds into space for nearly 6 years; after they returned, 132,000 experiment kits reached 3.3 million students in 30 countriesIn April 1984, NASA launched a satellite carrying 12.5 million tomato seeds into orbit to test how space radiation affects biological life....20 Sep, 2026, 06.43 PM IST
- In 2021, NASA sent 11 types of crop seeds outside the space station for 8 months; after their return, scientists tested whether they could still growThe 2021 NASA seed experiment ultimately demonstrates why some of the most important space discoveries can begin with objects that appear r...19 Sep, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
- How to keep lemons fresh for weeks? Try these simple kitchen storage tips to make whole and cut lemons last longerLemons, a versatile kitchen essential, can maintain their freshness through proper storage techniques. For lemons intended for use within a...19 Sep, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
- Meet Peg Davis, a Virginia schoolteacher handed just 4 tomato seeds by a ninth-grader; nearly 50 years later, the heirloom tomato she saved lives onIn Virginia, gardener Peg Davis has dedicated nearly fifty years to preserving a remarkable tomato variety. This commitment is a crucial re...18 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- Quick delivery platforms hike festive ad rates 35% as sales seen doublingThe increase comes at a time when advertisers increasingly use quick-commerce platforms to reach consumers closer to the point of purchase,...18 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
- No cornstarch? Use 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for every 1 tbsp cornstarch when you need a quick pantry substitute for thickening foodStarch gelatinization plays a pivotal role in thickening sauces and gravies. When it comes to thickening agents, cornstarch outperforms flo...17 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
- In 1984, NASA sent 12.5 million tomato seeds into orbit for nearly six years. After their return, 132,000 experiment kits were distributed across every US state and 30 countriesIn 1984, NASA sent 12.5 million tomato seeds into orbit for nearly six years. After their return, 132,000 experiment kits were distributed ...15 Sep, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
- A small aluminium tray and television rapidly changed what Americans ate after World War II. This recipe became the most popular of them allAmerican meals in the 1950s featured meatloaf and fried chicken alongside new convenience foods. Casseroles and canned vegetables simplifie...14 Sep, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
- Blot fruit, jam, or jelly stains on laminate, then use mild dish detergent and water; if the stain remains, try equal parts white vinegar and water for 1 minute before rinsingRemoving fruit stains from laminate countertops can be easily achieved using common household items. These bright stains are caused by anth...11 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
- California researchers mixed discarded tomato waste into soil and covered it for biosolarization. The decomposing food waste raised temperatures by about 2°C and created conditions that could help kill soil pestsCalifornia researchers explored an unusual way to reuse discarded tomato waste by mixing tomato pomace into soil for biosolarization. The d...09 Sep, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
- How to keep bananas fresh for longer: Try this simple kitchen hack to keep them fresh for longerBananas are known to ripen rapidly due to ethylene gas produced at their stems. By wrapping the stems in tin foil, you can effectively slow...07 Sep, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
- Wrapping papaya in aluminium foil: How this simple kitchen trick may slow ripening, its benefits and the right way to use itTo prolong the freshness of papayas, envelop their stems in aluminum foil. This clever method minimizes the release of ethylene gas, conseq...01 Sep, 2026, 11.06 PM IST
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