Tanya Munshi's Lifestyle Portal

As you all know we’re inviting our readers to share their ‘Summer Recipes’ with us. Well, here’s one from UK based Ujjaini Lahiri who has sent us this very easy and refreshing ‘Mint Lemon Ice Tea’ with gorgeous photographs to compliment the recipe. What we like about her recipe is that she’s thrown in some useful tips as well!

Ujjaini’s cooking has been inspired by her grandmother, her mother and her mother-in-law, all very accomplished cooks. In spite of her busy schedule Ujjaini has continued to [More...]

While the argument on whether certain fizzy drinks should be banned continues, we recommend some great alternatives that are tasty and nutritious. Samyukta Ganesh, a consultant dietician based in Cochin, offers three low-cal fruit juices. These are made from fruits that are available throughout the year, ensuring that you quench your thirst and fill your [More...]

For most people, tea is an integral part of a long day at work. The tea plant, botanically called Camellia sinensis, releases a flavour when combined with water that is soothing to some, invigorating to [More...]

Gone winter, the sun is no longer a welcome companion, as we draw the curtains to keep its harsh rays away from us. After days of hot soups, stews and bakes, now is the time to cool and refresh our senses. What better way to keep us cool, than digging into some delicious cold salads, sipping refreshing sherbets and melting into divine cool desserts. Let’s begin with one of the world’s oldest forms of thirst quenchers that offered immense relief [More...]