Awadhi Mutton Dum Biryani: A Lucknow-Style Recipe
How to make Lucknow-style Awadhi mutton biryani at home: cook the mutton in a spiced stock, layer it with basmati and finish it slowly on dum.
Kochi to Munnar Road Trip: Waterfalls, Tea Estates and the Gap Road
A simple guide to the Kochi to Munnar drive: waterfalls and spice gardens on the way, tea estates, the Gap Road, Top Station and what to eat.
Manali to Leh Road Trip: Route, High Passes, Stops and Food Guide
Plan the Manali to Leh road trip: the route through the Atal Tunnel, the big mountain passes, where to stop for the night, dhaba food and altitude safety tips.
Monasteries of Ladakh: Thiksey, Hemis and a Trip to Pangong Lake
A simple guide to the Buddhist monasteries near Leh, Ladakh: Thiksey, Hemis, Shey and more, plus a trip to Pangong Lake, permits and altitude tips.
Kerala Backwaters Houseboat Guide: Alleppey, Kumarakom and Karimeen
How to plan a Kerala houseboat trip in Alleppey or Kumarakom: day cruise or overnight, what to expect, what to eat and simple booking tips.
Jodhpur Travel Guide: Mehrangarh Fort, the Blue City and Mirchi Vada
Explore Jodhpur, the Blue City of Rajasthan: Mehrangarh Fort, the blue lanes of the old city, Jaswant Thada, the Clock Tower market and street food.
Varanasi Travel Guide: Ganga Aarti, Ghats, Boat Rides and Lassi
A simple guide to Varanasi: watching the Ganga Aarti, a sunrise boat ride, walking the ghats and lanes, what to eat and how to get there.
Chettinad Pepper Chicken: An Easy Tamil Nadu Recipe
A simple recipe for Chettinad pepper chicken, a dry and peppery chicken curry from Tamil Nadu made with a freshly roasted spice mix.
Nalanda: The Secrets of the Ancient Seat of Learning
Nalanda was one of the world’s first great universities. Learn its history, what to see at the ruins today, and how to get there from Patna.
Rebirth of Wisdom: Nalanda University in the Modern Era
Nalanda University was revived in 2010 near Rajgir. See how the modern campus connects to the ancient seat of learning and what it teaches today.
