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I was sure I remembered how she made it. I was wrong. Trying to recreate my mom's recipes from memory taught me how much I'd taken for granted.

I Tried Cooking My Mom's Recipes From Memory And Here's How Badly I Underestimated Her

When you actually cook, Julie & Julia hits completely differently. Here's what you notice the second time around.

Rewatching Julie & Julia When You Actually Cook Changes Everything

From kokum and kakdi to jamun and bael, a look at India’s forgotten summer bounty and how modern habits are quietly pushing it out of our kitchens.

Not Just Mangoes: The Summer Produce We’re Forgetting

Scratch cooking is currently experiencing a surge in popularity. But are we doing it for the food – or just cosplaying our nani?

Making Everything From Scratch: Is It Worth It, or Are We All Just Cosplaying Our Nani?

The 2026 edition spans three cities, featuring 55+ restaurants offering exclusive prix-fixe menus, with early access and special perks for select diners.

Restaurant Week India Returns After A Decade-Long Break

From guava-leaf mezcal to a two-day Himalayan rose infusion — ZLB23's new menu is Bengaluru's most exciting drinking right now. And that's before you even get to The Theatre.

The Bar That Took A Bartender To Japan, Serves Ramen In A Cocktail, And Has A 7-Seat Theatre. Yes, Really.

From high-protein breads to fiber-rich treats, here’s how you can upgrade your meal prep with best baked staples.



Essential Baked Foods For A Leaner And Healthier Diet

Explore Olive Beach Bangalore’s Mediterranean tasting menu with cocktail pairings, octopus, tandoor-inspired chicken and citrus-forward desserts.


Terracotta & Candlelight, Mediterranean Fire, No Water In The Wine—A Dinner At Olive Beach Bangalore 

Discover how mini-indulgences and snackification are reshaping the way we eat, helping you stay on budget, maintain health goals, and still enjoy every bite without guilt!



Small Bites, Big Wins! How Mini-Indulgences Are Transforming Health And Spending Habits

Celini hosts Chef Valerio Mandile for a six-day Napoli showcase—expect soulful, ingredient-led Italian classics rooted in tradition, served with quiet finesse. 

Napoli Comes To Mumbai: Chef Valerio’s Celini Pop-Up Feast

How a chef who thinks like a filmmaker is redefining vegetarian dining in India—and why Street Storyss is just the beginning of a much bigger narrative.

The Storyteller's Kitchen: Chef Tarun Sibal On Stories, Strategy & Food

From natural cooling benefits to refreshing recipes, discover how gond katira drinks are making a modern comeback this summer. 


Gond Katira Drinks Are Just What You Need This Summer To Stay Healthy

New Menus, New Openings: What’s Cooking This Summer

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Ajay Chopra

You may have tried the traditional dolma, keema and chicken lollipop, but have you tasted the Cabbage Dolma, Keema Karela and Paneer Lollipop? Chef Ajay Chopra brings these three recipes to your kitchen.

Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe for Cabbage Dolma, Keema Karela and Paneer Lollipop. 

Watch Patt-ay Ki Baat Ep 08 | With Love From Ajay Chopra

With Love From Ajay Chopra

Patt-ay Ki Baat

Cabbage Dolma

Keema Karela 

Paneer Lollipop

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Marketer by day, chef by evening, Rahul Banerjee is a true-blue Mumbaikar with a bottomless appetite for all things food, fitness and travel. A staunch believer in the quote: "cooking is nothing but perfect blend of art and science", through his recipe videos, he shows you how you can whip take the simplest of ingredients to create dishes that hit the soul. 

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Rahul Banerjee

Korean Sticky Chicken or Dak Bulgogi is a popular chicken appetiser. Chicken is coated with a sticky sweet and spicy marinade and cooked until juicy. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser and easy to make. 

Korean Sticky Chicken or Dak Bulgogi is a popular chicken appetiser. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser.

Watch Korean Sticky Chicken (Dak Bulgogi) recipe by Zee Zest

Korean Sticky Chicken (Dak Bulgogi)

Simply Korea

Korean Sticky Chicken

Dak Bulgogi

Korean Food

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Team Zest is the editorial team at Zee Zest that focuses on what's topical and news-worthy for Zee Zest readers.

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Team Zest

Taki means joy as well as a waterfall. Saurabh Kale, co-owner, Taki, talks about discovering a little bit of Japan in Singapore through Taki.

Immerse Yourself In Zeezest's Episode 05, Uncovering The Vibrant Bar Scene At Taki, Singapore—A Thrilling Journey Into The City's Nightlife And Trendy Hotspots.

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Taki

Hottest Bars - Singapore

Hottest Bars

Singapore

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A food enthusiast and an aspiring culinary artist, chef Smit Sagar gives an ode to the great Indian street food with his show 'Taste Ki Gully' on Zee Zest.

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Smit Sagar

Join Neetu & Chef Smit as they organize a vibrant High Tea Kitty Party. Indulge in flavorful Paneer Paan Tikka and unique Kale Tzatziki Chaat. Neetu's stylish décor touches elevate the ambience, creating a WOW-worthy experience!

Experience a vibrant High Tea Kitty Party with Neetu & Chef Smit. Indulge in flavorful dishes and stylish décor for an unforgettable event!

Vibrant High Tea Kitty Party: Neetu & Chef Smit's Flavorful Delights

Kitty Party 

House Party Hits

House Party

Party Planning

Party Hairstyles

Party Season

Party Recipes

DIY Decor

DIY Ideas

Party Outfits

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Experience the true flavors of Jammu & Kashmir with Kyoor, Chok Wangun, and Basrakh. These dishes epitomize the region's rich culinary heritage, blending local ingredients with tradition for unforgettable flavors and experiences.

Taste the true flavors of Jammu & Kashmir with Kyoor, Chok Wangun, and Basrakh. Experience the region's rich culinary heritage and unforgettable flavors.

Discover Jammu & Kashmir's Authentic Cuisine.

Flavors of Jammu & Kashmir: Kyoor to Basrakh Sweet Treat

India's 50 best Dishes - Season 3

Chef Ajay Chopra

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Jammu And Kashmir 

Jammu And Kashmir Hill Stations

Kashmir

Kashmiri Food

Kashmiri Dishes

Kashmiri Cuisine

Indias 50 Best

Indian Recipes

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Romi Purkayastha

Romi Purakayastha meets Casilda Misquitta, head bartender at Taftoon Bar & Kitchen, Mumbai. Casilda talks about becoming a bartender as she whips up a pineapple cocktail. 

Romi Purakayastha meets Casilda Misquitta, head bartender at Taftoon Bar & Kitchen, Mumbai. 

Watch Cocktail Queens Ep 01 | Cocktails with Casilda

Banking To Bartending: Casilda Misquitta's Curious Journey

Cocktail Queens

Casilda Misquitta

Cocktail

Drinks

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Situated in the busy Pottinger Street, Bar De Luxe is one of Hong Kong’s most glamorous bars best known for its authentic Ginza flavour and experience. Influenced by traditional Japanese designs, head bartender Ivin Hui, takes you through the precision of cocktail making and whips up classic drinks as with some modern twists. 

Zeezest.com takes you into the most glamorous bar of Hong Kong - Bar De Luxe. Watch episode 5 of Hottest Bars Season 2. 

Bar De Luxe | Hong Kong | Hottest Bars Season 2 | Ep 5

Hong Kong's Most Glamorous Bar - Bar De Luxe

Hottest Bars - Hong Kong

Hottest Bars Hong Kong

Cocktail Bar

Cocktail Recipes

Hong Kong

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Do you know that aloe vera, fennel, and betel leaves can be used to make some yummy dishes? Chef Ajay Chopra makes  Aloe Vera Sabzi, Fennel Fish and Paan Ka Kofta using these leaves. 

Chef Ajay Chopra makes  Aloe Vera Sabzi, Fennel Fish and Paan Ka Kofta.

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The Unusual Heroes

Aloe Vera Sabzi

 Fennel Fish

 Paan Ka Kofta

Pattay Ki Baat

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Embark on a culinary adventure through Madhya Pradesh's vibrant flavors! From spicy Garadu Chaat to hearty Bagheli Chicken and decadent Burphanpur Mawa Jalebi, experience the rich food culture blending tradition and innovation.

Discover the vibrant flavours of Madhya Pradesh with spicy Garadu Chaat, hearty Bagheli Chicken, and decadent Burphanpur Mawa Jalebi, reflecting the state's rich culinary heritage.