Category: Mindful Eating

Why Is There Sugar in My Dal? Exploring The Balance of Sweet & Salty in Gujarati Food 

Gujarat is a state located on the western coast of India and has the longest coastline in the country. The State itself can be broadly divided into four regions – North, South, Central and Kutch Saurashtra. The whole of Gujarat state has a semi-arid climate with temperatures rising up to 45 degrees in summer. This combined with an erratic rainfall pattern leads to water scarcity, making Gujarat a dry state. The main source of drinking water is ground water, which has a high salt and fluoride content due to its proximity to the coast. The salty water is also called […]

Daily Good News: How These Food Businesses Are Mindfully Giving Back to the Community

Those who get into the profession of business know very well that a business is the perfect outlet for passion and creativity. While the products and services can positively contribute to the customers’ lives, the company can be a wonderful channel for championing a cause as well. By using their brand, website, and social media channels as a platform to make an impact, they get more than any bank account can hold by making other people’s lives better. Not just companies, individuals who contribute to a cause can also experience a personal sense of fulfilment that enlightens them. You may be […]

The Right Way of Eating A Traditional Onasadhya Meal

Onam is the harvest festival of Kerala and is celebrated every year for ten days. It marks the return of the legendary King Mahabali whose spirit is believed to visit Kerala every year during Onam. As part of the celebrations, people decorate their homes, make rangolis and dress up to meet and greet loved ones. The last day of Onam called Thiruvonam is when a grand feast called Onasadhya is prepared. Sadhya means banquet in Malayalam and it is the pride of every Malayali.  What to Expect in an Onasadhya Meal?  Onasadhya can have anywhere between 12 to 222 dishes. […]

5 Indian Recipes That You Didn’t Know Were Vegan

Indian food has the reputation of sounding complicated and difficult but it’s actually very easy to make, you only need to understand the basics to create the foundation of any dish. With India being the country that has the largest population of vegetarians, we have an array of culturally vivid dishes that are primarily vegetarian but also some that are completely vegan. And no, we’re not going to ask you to make any swaps or use any alternatives. As we celebrate World Vegan Day, here is our roundup of 5 Indian recipes that are completely vegan.   1. Matar Pulao   Ingredients: […]

7 Delicious Recipes to Celebrate World Vegetarian Day 

Did you know that approximately 10% of the world’s population is vegetarian and India has the lowest per capita meat consumption in the world? October 1st marks the annual kickoff of Vegetarian Awareness Month which celebrates the benefits of vegetarianism and shifting to a meatless lifestyle. Founded in 1977 by the North American Vegetarian Society (NAVS), a vegetarian lifestyle is touted for its proven health benefits, welfare for animals, and contribution to helping preserve the Earth. In the bigger picture, vegetarians appear to have lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels, lower blood pressure, and lower rates of hypertension and type 2 diabetes […]

Independence Day Daawat: A Feast For Freedom  

Enjoy India on a plate with The Bombay Canteen’s annual Independence Day Daawat.

The Star Ingredient In This Brand’s Offering is ‘Tempeh’, A Vegetarian Superfood You Should Get To Know

Finding a plant-based protein that’s good for your health and doesn’t taste like chalk is a challenge. Yes, plant protein has come a long way from paneer, but modern-day Indians are vying for more choices. And Siddharth Ramasubramanian, founder and CEO of Hello Tempayy India’s first packaged tempeh brand, is taking on this challenge head-on. “We want to win on the emotional quotient of taste as we subsequently start winning on health. And it’s pretty straightforward because the star ingredient in your meal is now high in protein, vegetarian, and uber clean.”  Before starting a plant-based brand that’s embarking on a […]

How the First “Made in India” Custard Brand of the Country is Evolving Towards a Sustainable Future? 

Over 60 years ago, Ashwini Malhotra’s father Satpal Malhotra with his two younger brothers started a brand called Weikfield in a small room in Pune, never even imagining that it will become a household phenomenon with a turnover of over Rs. 300 Crores. In fact, the company is one of the first to introduce a “Made in India” custard powder.   Today, Ashwini Malhotra steers the ship as the Vice Chairman & MD, Weikfield, Pvt Ltd., being a second-generation entrepreneur leading the company towards an eco-conscious future with an organic and all-natural brand called ‘Eco Valley’. ThinkRight.me speaks with this gentleman […]

7 Cooling Foods That Reduce Body Heat During Summers

These cooling foods help beat the heat and stay cool during scorching summers.

Cool and Refreshing Recipes for Hot Summer Days

Celebrate the arrival of warm summer breeze and bright sunshine skies with these chilled salads, cold soups and more refreshing recipes.

Traditional & Delicious Holi Recipes to Add Fervour to the Festivities

Bring in the festival of colours with tangy snacks and cooling drinks to refuel your spirits during the short breaks of Holi celebrations.

Root Vegetables: The Underground Treasures of Mother Nature

Expand your culinary treasures by adding flavourful and healthy root vegetables to the list.

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