Team L&M Celebrate the spirit of Eid with a curated selection of indulgent festive dishes by Swapnadeep Mukherjee, Executive Chef at The Metropolitan Hotel & Spa. Blending rich culinary traditions with contemporary flair, these special recipes capture the essence of Eid—featuring aromatic biryanis, succulent kebabs, and decadent desserts that bring warmth and joy to the […]Read More
Food – Flavours, Recipes & Culinary Stories
Welcome to the Food section of Life and More, where taste meets creativity. Discover delicious recipes, culinary trends, chef interviews, restaurant features, and healthy eating tips that celebrate the art of food.
From traditional Indian flavours to global cuisine inspirations, this page brings you stories that explore culture through cuisine. Whether you’re a home cook, a foodie, or someone who loves dining experiences, find ideas that inspire your kitchen and your palate.
Explore the world of food — where every dish tells a story and every flavour creates a memory.
Team L&M In a major step toward improving ease of doing business, the Government of India has introduced perpetual licences for food business operators through the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). This historic reform eliminates the need for periodic licence renewals, significantly reducing compliance burdens for businesses across the country. The move […]Read More
Team L&M Some foods travel well across cultures and cuisines. Meatballs are one of them. Drop them into tomato sauce in Italy, coat them in creamy gravy in Sweden, spice them up on a Turkish grill, or simmer them in rich curry as koftas in India. The shape may stay the same, but the personality […]Read More
Team L&M For years, most Indians never planned meals around protein. Food was cooked based on habit, taste, budget, and what was available at home. Dal was dal. Milk was milk. Eggs were just eggs. No one counted grams or checked labels. Protein was not part of daily conversation, and it did not need to […]Read More
Team L&M Ramadan is a month marked by fasting from sunrise to sunset, along with prayer, discipline, and reflection. Through the day, people go about their routines while holding onto the anticipation of iftar, when the fast-breaking meal is taken. As evening sets in, homes begin to feel different, with tables being set and families […]Read More
Team L&M There’s something irresistibly comforting about a freshly baked cookie – the soft chewy centre, the crisp golden edges, and the aroma that fills the air with instant happiness. As cookie cravings reach their peak, city’s bakeries rise to the occasion with indulgent creations that go far beyond the classic chocolate chip. From gooey […]Read More
Team L&M As ideas of romance continue to evolve, Valentine’s Day does not resonate with everyone and that’s perfectly okay. In a time when fast-paced work lives leave a little room to pause, many are choosing to step away from the pressure of perfect dates and curated Romance. Anti-Valentine’s Day is all about slowing down, […]Read More
Team L&M Valentine’s day is no longer just about grand gestures or candle lit dinner. Today we are in an age defined by fast paced work lives and constant screen time, the day has quietly evolved into an opportunity for equally slowing down, indulging mindfully and celebrating love in all its form. Whether it’s an […]Read More
VALENTINES’S DAY SPECIAL RECIPES BY SWAPNADEEP MUKHERJEE, EXECUTIVE CHEF, THE METROPOLITAN HOTEL & SPA, NEW DELHI Cupid’s Delight Orange Brownie Ingredients Quantity Butter Melted ½ cup Orange Chocolate 1 big bar Orange […]Read More