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Sustaining the culinary traditions of any culture can be challenging. This challenge becomes even more pronounced in cities, where various cultures come together in one giant melting pot. As a Maharashtrian living in the city, I used to struggle to find the authentic culinary traditions of my family that I grew up eating. However, when I discovered websites like Aazol that offer authentic Maharashtrian masalas, chutneys, papads, and snacks, I realised that now my culinary roots and traditions are easily accessible.   Aazol’s products, for example, have helped me prepare classic Maharashtrian dishes, with the same authentic taste that my Aaji used to provide in her meals. Here are five such recipes that are regular lunchtime favourites in my household.   Masale Bhaat - Nothing quite beats the flavour and fragrance of Masale Bhaat made from traditional Indrayani rice. The addition of fresh vegetables, whole spices (cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and bay leaf) and Goda mas...

  The monsoon season is almost over, and among other concerns, one can’t help but worry about the possibility of falling sick due to the changing weather. Besides marvelling at the rain-drenched surroundings and the shifting greys of the changing skies, all we can think about is what constitutes a fool-proof diet plan to revitalise our health when seasons change.   They say the languages, traditions and cuisines in India vary every few kilometres. With a population of over 1.3 billion people spread over 19,500 dialects, our country’s recipes are indeed like a culinary kaleidoscope. Taking Maharashtra as an example for this statement, we present a compilation of the tastiest and healthiest seasonal recipes of the state that you must try to stay on top of your health. Bhardi A mixture of roasted and ground pulses, dry fruits, rice, grains and wheat, Bhardi is an excellent recipe rich in carbohydrates, iron, Vitamin B and protein. Considering its immense nutritional value, th...