Dessert has long been part of meal times, with some treats dating back far beyond what you'd think. Here are the desserts ...

Drought- and salt-resistant rice varieties are being developed in India as part of fascinating gene-editing work.

Rice is difficult to grow in the Pacific, so how did it end up in a cave? Archaeologists reveal the hidden history of this ancient and well-travelled grain.

Democratic candidate is seen in an interview tucking into a bowl of biryani with his hand while answering questions about his ...

The steep cliffs and hidden coves of Guam have long been the setting for archaeological intrigue. For years, researchers have ...

Indian government aims to replace Jhum cultivation in North-East with sustainable farming, facing challenges of environmental ...

Let's start with a traditional dish that you knew you had to make for the book that you would love us to make.

For centuries, the people of Odisha have turned to pakhala – a fermented rice dish – to beat the heat. Now it's gaining ...

Around 1,00,000 tonnes of basmati rice destined for Iran are stranded at Indian ports due to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, the All India Rice Exporters Association said on Monday.

In Saudi Arabia, rice and meat dishes are standard fare during Eid al-Adha, but the exact dishes vary across the country's regions and are influenced by diverse cultural and historical influences.

After 40 days of Lent, Christians will break their fast on Easter Sunday. Here’s what’s being served on an East Indian table in Mumbai Mumbai’s indigenous community, the East Indian ...

Rice vs Roti: Mythologist decodes North Indian patriarchy, why South produces more educated women Devdutt Patnaik explores the 'politics of grain' in India, highlighting differences in rice and ...