Saying that sweets are an integral part of any holiday kind of feels like a no-brainer — but it is true that nothing quite ...

Diwali is around the corner, which for many means it's time to indulge, eat traditional sweets and junk at the same time. Here are some expert tips from Sydney-based dietician Simran Grover that ...

Diwali, the festival of lights, is a perfect occasion to introduce your guests to the rich flavours of traditional Rajasthani snacks. Known for its royal legacy and vibrant cuisine, Rajasthan ...

In honour of the Festival of Lights, we decided to sample some Diwali treats. Young Post got a taste of Diwali thanks to junior reporter Joy Pamnani, who shared some of her sweets with us, as is ...

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Chakli or Murukku is a tasty teatime snack prepared in South Indian homes. The festive season is perfect for enjoying chakli with hot tea. Let the dough become semi-soft and divide it into two equal ...

What would Christmas be without candy canes, or Lunar New Year without traditional candy boxes? Sweets are a treasured part of many holidays – and Diwali is no different. Diwali, the festival of ...

Most years in early November, Ishita Gawde uses two grocery carts at the store, one for each arm. They’re filled with all sorts of treats, curries and savory tastes for a major Indian holiday ...

Sanjana Modha shares her experiences of Diwali growing up in a Hindu home and talks us through some of her favourite celebratory dishes A festival of light, life and love, Diwali is a celebration ...

As Sunita Williams returned from space after 9-long-months, here are some instances when she proudly flaunted her Indian ...

As a child-free South Asian woman, writer Sangeeta Pillai found she didn’t fit in with traditional Diwali celebrations. So, she decided to create her very own feminist festival. The heat of just ...