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Time of India
12 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
How tribal cuisines benefitted after replacing millets with maize
Maize and monsoons go together. There are few better things to eat than a bhutta roasted on a coal fire, slathered with salt, butter and chilli powder and eaten as you take shelter from the rain or the waves on Mumbai's seafront, which add extra salt to the of us don't eat much maize otherwise. In the winter, hearty makki ki rotis are enjoyed with sarson ka saag , while popcorn is a reliable pleasure on increasingly rare visits to cinema halls. But maize is an important crop for many tribal communities who live in the scrub forests and hills of central India, similar to the arid lands of Mexico where maize was first recent books, both from organisations working with tribal communities, document this use. In Desi Maize Flavor , Julie Jain, working with the Udaipur-based organisation Banyan Roots, collects tribal recipes like raab and ghugri , porridges made with fine and coarsely broken maize respectively, and paniye , maize bread cooked between leaves of the palash (flameof-the-forest) shows how maize was adapted to traditional Rajasthani recipes, like theple and daal baati , and how it can be used in even more recipes from across India, like uttappam, dosas and even gulab jamuns . The book valuably documents the diversity of maize grown in India, with deep red, glossy black and pearly white grains. All these, with their many tastes and benefits, are being edged out by the new, super-sweet yellow corn seeds. It is the same loss we have seen with rice, repeated with a grain that isn't even most likely spread through the world with the Spanish conquerors of Mexico, who took it back to Europe and possibly across the Pacific to the Philippines. American missionaries also became enthusiastic promoters of their native grain. We know from reports of the Agri-Horticultural Societies of British India that seeds were widely disseminated — and that maize succeeded by replacing millets. They were similar to grow, but millets had small grains that were easily eaten by birds, or were prone to shattering from the ears, making them harder to harvest. Maize grains were larger, so at less risk from birds and stayed on the plant till they were Bhatt's Silent Cuisines , which documents the food culture of Gujarat's Adivasi communities, doesn't mention the origins of maize, but the grain is everywhere in the recipes. It is made into flatbreads, dumplings, porridges and broken grains cooked with leafy greens. It is easy to see that these might have been made with millets earlier. Not acknowledging the change caused by this American grain is a rare shortfall in an otherwise really admirable and beautifully produced also suggests a certain way of thinking about tribal communities by the organisations that work with them, like the Gujarat-based Disha which helped Bhatt with her research. These organisations repeatedly extol the ancient, traditional wisdom of tribal communities, which may be good marketing, but overlooks instances when these communities have happily adopted new products, like maize. Tribal communities are as open to useful innovations as anyone else and this doesn't diminish the value of what they can see this with the one problem that followed the worldwide spread of maize — a disease called pellagra, caused by deficiency of Vitamin B3, which maize does not have in a form our bodies can easily assimilate. Mexicans devised a way to process maize to unlock its nutritional profile, but this knowledge did not travel with way to avoid pellagra was to eat a diverse diet, rich in products like pulses and this was what the tribal communities documented by Bhatt did. As a result, pellagra was never such an issue among them, as it was with groups in Europe. The real value of the tribal cuisine that Bhatt documents is its diversity, with maize as much as with all the other ingredients it uses.
NDTV
a day ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Monsoons Can't Stop Disha Patani From Pouring The Blues In A Strappy Gown
There is no denying that Disha Patani is a certified style icon. Whether the actress is draped in a six-yard saree or walking red carpets in dramatic gowns, she owns every look like it was made just for her. And now, on a casual Saturday, she has once again left fashion lovers speechless. Disha dropped a series of pictures on Instagram in a pastel gown. And honestly, it is hard to look away. The outfit was a stunning body-hugging number in a delicate powder blue shade. It featured thin spaghetti straps and a structured neckline that framed her collarbones beautifully. The standout detail? A floral embellishment, made of 3D pastel flowers, gracefully positioned just below the bust. Each petal, soft yet structured, was adorned with tiny crystals that caught the light perfectly. The gown's silhouette hugged her curves and fell into a smooth, floor-grazing finish. View this post on Instagram A post shared by disha patani (paatni) ???? (@dishapatani) When it came to accessories, Disha Patani kept it classy and timeless. She wore chunky floral earrings with pearl and crystal details. A delicate tennis bracelet sparkled on her right wrist. She finished the look with two dainty rings. The actress' makeup was bold yet elegant. She went for a clean, glowing base with soft contouring and a subtle highlight on the high points of her face. Her eyes were kept minimal – just a touch of mascara and a clean liner – letting her deep red lips steal the show. The rich crimson lipstick added drama and old-Hollywood charm and instantly elevated the entire vibe. Disha Patani's hair, worn in soft waves, was parted slightly to one side. The flowy tresses gave her a relaxed, effortless beauty that balanced the structured dress. With this look, Disha Patani once again proved that when it comes to fashion, she is always two steps ahead.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Disha Patani to make Hollywood debut with Kevin Spacey's Holiguards
Actor Disha Patani is set to make her Hollywood debut in a supernatural action-thriller titled 'Holiguards', which will mark the directorial return of Oscar-winning director Kevin Spacey after more than two decades. Shot in Mexico, the film is packed with international star than Disha, the film stars Dolph Lundgren, Tyrese Gibson, and Brianna Hildebrand. The film, part of a planned franchise titled 'Statiguards vs Holiguards', promises high-stakes supernatural action and has already generated serious buzz during a behind-the-scenes photo of Disha went viral online, sparking excitement among fans. Last time the cast was seen filming in Durango, Mexico, a major career milestone for Disha as she officially stepped onto the global stage with her first Hollywood project. According to an industry insider, "Disha was in Durango, Mexico as early as January this year, to shoot for the pilot of the show alongside Tyrese Gibson and Harry Goodwins, and the footage from those scenes looks absolutely stunning. The parts she's in are visually spectacular — fans are truly in for a treat."This is not Patani's first international project. Earlier, the actor worked with Jackie Chan in 'Kung Fu Yoga'.Other than her Hollywood film, Disha is also gearing up for 'Welcome to the Jungle', the third installment in the iconic 'Welcome' franchise, set to hit theatres in Reel
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Disha Patani Flaunts Her Hot Curves In Backless Top; Sister Khushboo Reacts
Last Updated: Disha Patani flaunted her toned curves in a backless outfit at the F1 Grand Prix in Monaco. Her bold fashion choices often take center stage. When it comes to ushering hotness goals, you can blindly count on Disha Patani. From her oh-so-hot saree looks to bikinis, the Radhe actor's fashion game always tops the list. On May 29, Disha flaunted her toned curves in a backless outfit at the F1 Grand Prix at Monaco. Her pictures went viral shortly after it was posted online. Holding up her untamed hair, Disha Patani flexed the straps of her backless top. She paired it with baggy denim and sneakers. She layered a criss-cross brown top over a bralette that further amplified her entire look. She was seen leaving her hair loose in some pictures, while others showed her with a messy bun. The Kalki 2898 AD star isn't much of an accessory-lover, so she kept it minimal on that front. In other photos from the carousel, she was seen wearing a backless white halter outfit, a blue maxi dress and a pink floral gown — highlighting her many looks. Here are her photos: Disha Patani's BFF Mouni Roy took to the comment section and lauded her photos. 'My beautiful sis", she wrote in the comments. Disha's sister Khushboo Patani dropped red heart emojis and penned, 'Fab look". Fans wrote, 'So hotty queen slay my heart", 'Wow", 'Disha Supermercy Always on Peak". Disha's bold fashion choices often take center stage. The actor can also pull off casual and ethnic looks effortlessly. At an event in 2023, the Radhe actress discussed her fashion preferences, stating, 'I like to dress like a boy most of the time. I prefer wearing shorts and anything that is comfortable and oversized." On the professional front, Disha Patani began her acting career with the Telugu film Loafer. In Bollywood, she gained widespread recognition for her role as Sushant Singh Rajput's love interest in MS Dhoni: The Untold Story. Additionally, she starred alongside Jackie Chan in the Chinese film Kung Fu Yoga. In 2024, she appeared in three films: Yodha with Sidharth Malhotra, Kalki 2898 AD with Prabhas, and Kanguva with Suriya. This year, she will be seen in Anees Bazmee's multi-starrer, Welcome To The Jungle. Besides her filmography, Disha has been romantically linked to actor Tiger Shroff. First Published:
Pink Villa
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Disha Patani wears backless Rs 7,050 wrap top, low-waist jeans and flaunts her bare back at Monaco Grand Prix
Disha Patani and bold fashion always go hand-in-hand. The actress attended the Formula 1 - Monaco Grand Prix, Europe, and her outfit was just BOMB. Breaking the fashion bars, the icon looked sexy, raising the heat in the wrap top and street-style jeans. Disha has always been a fan of experimenting with daring outfits, and the recent one surely is one for the books. Making a jaw-dropping fashion statement, Disha Patan i wore an Ayla satin backless plunge wrap top from Jaded London worth Rs 7,050. With its deep neckline, the top gave just a glimpse of her cleavage, whereas, the criss-cross pattern was wrapped around her waist. Her top choice was bold and just what she needed to flaunt her toned figure. Also, it had a gold chain at the chest front, adding a bit of 90s glam touch. Another central focus of the look was her bottoms, which were definitely not our usual expected jeans. It was forest camo colossus jeans from the same brand and was worth Rs 11,000. The cool jeans choice added the street-style vibe, just what she needed to feel at ease and enjoy the race. Not settling for the bare minimum, the Bharat actress added a dash of cool and class with Gucci's rectangular frame sunglasses worth Rs 54,476. Her hair was left open in the side partition; after some time, she tied it into a messy bun. Another cute detail in her look was the Chanel heart charm flat bag over her shoulder. As for the beauty choice, she ditched the glam makeup and went ahead with the subtle approach. She added just a hint of blush on her cheeks and completed the look with nude-shade lipstick. Disha Patani has always kept us on our toes with her bold and daring fashion, and we're definitely not questioning it. With her choice of wrap top paired with the cool printed jeans and classy bag and sunglasses, the actress just casually dropped the masterclass look! Are you recreating it soon?
