Meet Abhishek Khaitan of Radico Khaitan
The managing director of Radico Khaitan on reviving a debt-ridden distillery by creating new brands, betting on premium Indian spirits, and taking the company global
Amin Ali
Writer. Editor. Advisor
What a Shabbat dinner in Jerusalem taught us about the holy Jewish tradition
On a culinary tour through Israel, we had been invited to a Friday night Shabbat dinner at the Jerusalem home of a lovely couple, Rachel and Eliyahu. We got to know was the profound significance of Shabbat.
Butter chicken to burpees: How Delhi shifted to hybrid training
Across gyms, parks and stadiums, a new breed of fitness enthusiasts has taken over, one that mixes heavy lifting with hard running and demands both strength and stamina in the same breath.
The Israel nobody told me about - The Times of India
You'd rarely hear the word "melting pot" used for Israel, but once there, you experience how different nationalities, even if followers of one Jewish faith, have all brought their own food, music and local cultures with them.
New Drinks Trend: Sustainable Cocktails
The top kitchen were known for the farm-to-table movement. It is the bars now that are leading the sustainability narrative. From foraging, seasonal ingredients to narrating local story through drinks, bars are now championing the ‘responsible consumption’ narrative in their own style.
The silent dollar coup
The world talks loudly about de-dollarisation. Quietly, ordinary people are adopting the dollar faster than ever, one stablecoin at a time.
How Indian food business is feeling the heat of US-Iran war
Disrupted LPG supply has brought India's street staples, all flame-intensive cooking, to a halt. The food gig economy, 56% of the sector, which feeds & employs millions, is showing its deep vulnerability
Non-Alcoholic Cocktails: The Biggest Bar Trend of 2026
Global Trend: Welcome to the world of zero proof or ‘no alcohol’ cocktails. These are not the sugar syrup and juice mixed with soda and served as mocktails. These beverages are being designed with the same intent and technique as cocktails. And in many cases, they demand even more precision.
Sudarshan drives data strategy at Newcastle FC
Sudarshan Gopaladesikan is Newcastle United’s Technical Director, one of the key figures guiding how tech is being used in on field performance and player recruitment.
Chef Gaggan Anand to open a restaurant in India in 2026
In an exclusive chat with India Today Spice, Chef Gaggan Anand reveals why 2026 represents a quantum leap for him.
Restaurant Review: Avartana, ITC Maurya
Avartana at ITC Maurya stands tall in the New Delhi’s competitive dining landscape, proving that innovation, emotion, and precision can indeed coexist on a single plate.
The Alchemy of Pleasure
Johnnie Walker's first female Master Blender, Dr. Emma Walker decodes whisky with a scientist's precision and a storyteller's instinct.
The New Seven Wonders: World Marathon Majors
Travel plans now revolve around marathon dates, race medals are the new badges of honour and morning runs are no longer a mere exercise
Neeraj Kanwar of Apollo Tyres: Always in motion
The managing director of Apollo Tyres on learning the ropes from the ground up and how it feels to be be the latest sponsors of India’s cricket team jersey
India must put its cuisine at the centre of its global tourism pitch
Countries such as Japan, Italy, Spain, Thailand, Mexico, and France have turned their culinary heritage into irresistible global brands. Their food draws people in. It is time India did the same.
EU culinary expedition with Amin Ali
Watch Amin Ali talk about all the fun and enrichment at the Trip, Savour Europe: A Culinary Expedition.
From exploring a dairy farm in Luxembourg to tasting locally brewed beer in Cologne and crafting Belgian chocolates in Brussels, the journey was as awe-inspiring as EU delicacies.
From exploring a dairy farm in Luxembourg to tasting locally brewed beer in Cologne and crafting Belgian chocolates in Brussels, the journey was as awe-inspiring as EU delicacies.
Sandeep Nailwal of Polygon Labs: One block at a time
The Polygon Labs co-founder on leading a global blockchain company from India, his journey from humble beginnings, and the future of AI and the internet
Dubai has a startup mentality, limitless ambition and does not believe in impossible
Issam Kazim, CEO Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism explains how one of the most visited places in the world remains young, raring to go and refuses to submit to the cliché of ‘impossible’
The best chef of New York State
Chef Vijaya Kumar, won the highest recognition, the James Beard Award for Best Chef in New York State this year. His restaurant Semma also retained its Michelin star. And, to top it off, it was rated as the number one restaurant in New York City by New York Times.
The Year of Indian Cuisine
The past year has been nothing short of historic for Indian gastronomy, with unprecedented global recognition.
The Intimate Plate
A quiet revolution reshaping Indian luxury dining in India and abroad. A new wave of chef-driven micro-diners, typically seating just 10 to 20 guests, is redefining what it means to dine out. What used to be a typical French or Japanese dining experience, is now being served at these 'destination' Indian diners. These aren't just restaurants; they're intimate stages where food, craft and storytelling collide.
Hunter Valley: A Gourmet Food and Wine Getaway Near Sydney
Discover Hunter Valley’s best food, wine, and experiences—just a short drive from Sydney. A perfect weekend getaway in New South Wales.
Europe’s Animal Identification System Deserves to Be a Global Standard
Every bovine in the European Union carries a unique identification number from the day it is born. That number is linked to a central database that records where the animal was born, where it lived, the feed it ate, its health checks, and in the case of meat, which slaughterhouse it went to. For dairy animals, it also logs milk yields and production dates. This system doesn’t just protect animal and public health. It builds trust.
India Among World’s Most AI-Positive Nations, Says Booking.com Report
Indian travellers lead the world in enthusiasm for AI in travel
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