Choosing the Right Chocolate: Taste vs Calories
I can have another bite…that’s what my taste buds says every time I eat chocolate. My heart and mind are always in conflict when I see chocolate. While my heart shouts, go for it, my mind says…watch out…calories!!! This voice leaves me muddled, and with every bite, the war gets tougher…. I am sure every […]
How to Identify Pure Saffron?
Saffron also known as “Kesar” is one of the most expensive and exotic spices in your kitchen. It is used across the world for its unique fragrance and culinary taste. Saffron adds a distinct flavor and color to your dish, but you must buy a pure one to relish its goodness. Saffron plants are very […]
Simple ways to find out if the Egg is fresh
Eggs are comfort food. They are part of everyday meals and are considered super healthy. One can make a variety of breakfast using eggs ranging from Sunnyside up to popular egg bhurji or a yummy omelet to egg salad. When you are short of time, it is one food that can be cooked quickly and […]
How to Choose the right Watermelon?
Watermelon is a sweet and juicy fruit, making it a perfect treat to quench thirst during summer. It is full of nutrition and loaded with Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and antioxidants. Watermelons are 91% water and are a perfect way to keep oneself hydrated. They are low in calories, rich in fiber, and help keep you […]
What are Blue-Chip Stocks?
Blue-chip stocks are shares of large, well-recognized companies with sound financial performance and established history. Some of the characteristics of Blue-chip Stocks are: Strong Balance sheet Consistent Growth rate Best Leadership/Management team Sound Financial position Consistent/Increasing Annual returns Stable/Low Debt-Equity ratio Regular/Increasing Dividend payout High Liquidity These qualities make these stocks worth investing in. Blue-chip stocks have a […]
“STAR ANISE”-Know the star of your kitchen
Star Anise is a secret ingredient in traditional Asian Kitchen. Also known as “Chakra-Phool” in India, this sweet spice adds a wonderful aroma to our dishes. The name star anise is a combination of its shape and its similarity in flavor to aniseed (a small brown color seed). It is an evergreen tree native to […]
Indian Stock Market to move to T+1 Settlement Cycle in a phased manner
The Indian Stock Exchanges NSE and BSE will be implementing the T+1 settlement cycle in a phased manner starting from today i.e. 25th Feb 2022. This means that trade settlements will be done within one day of the transaction completion. Currently, trades on the Indian Stock Exchange are settled within two days i.e. T+2 settlement cycle is […]
Interesting Facts about BSE and NSE
The NSE and BSE are the leading stock exchanges of the Indian market. NSE stands for “National Stock Exchange”, and BSE stands for “Bombay Stock Exchange”. There is a huge difference in the volume traded in both the Exchanges resulting in price difference and liquidity. National Stock Exchange (NSE): National Stock Exchange was established in the year 1992. It bought an electronic exchange system in India that led to the removal of […]
Three tests to check if the Eggs are boiled perfectly
Eggs are a versatile and nutritious food to add to your diet. Though there are a variety of ways in which you can enjoy this super-food, yet boiled egg is a pretty popular and common way of eating it. Some people like to have a hard-boiled egg. Others prefer a boiled egg with a soft, […]
Simple ways to protect Food grains from insects
Storing food grains like wheat/rice/lentils/legumes in your kitchen is not that easy. Insects like weevils, pantry beetles, flour bugs, and ghuns (in Hindi) can easily attack them. Infestation of these insects can create a whole lot of nuisance and wastage. Given the on-going pandemic, we all try to store enough groceries to avoid stepping out now […]