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We visited the Ajmer Sharif Dargah in Rajasthan, India, to see how volunteers feed thousands of devotees every day. See how one of the world’s largest cauldrons — or degs — is used to cook such big batches. 👇

How 5 tonnes of sweet rice is cooked in the world's largest cauldron

We visited The Ajmer Sharif Dargah in Rajasthan, India, to see how devotees prepare 4800 kilograms of sweet rice in such big batches.

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The setup is tight, but the output is big—Semma’s kitchen turns out hundreds of plates nightly for NYC’s only Michelin-starred Indian restaurant

How NYC’s only Michelin-starred spot serves 200 from a tiny kitchen

At Semma in Manhattan’s West Village, executive chef Vijay Kumar and his team of 35 work in sync each night to deliver New York City’s only Michelin-starred Indian dining experience.

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Grinding spices, slow-cooking curries, and firing dosas—Semma’s team moves in sync to deliver a full dinner service out of a studio-sized kitchen

How NYC’s only Michelin-starred spot serves 200 from a tiny kitchen

At Semma in Manhattan’s West Village, executive chef Vijay Kumar and his team of 35 work in sync each night to deliver New York City’s only Michelin-starred Indian dining experience.

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A tiny West Village kitchen powers one of NYC’s most recognized Indian dining rooms—Semma serves more than 200 guests a night with a 35-person crew

How NYC’s only Michelin-starred spot serves 200 from a tiny kitchen

At Semma in Manhattan’s West Village, executive chef Vijay Kumar and his team of 35 work in sync each night to deliver New York City’s only Michelin-starred Indian dining experience.

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Inside Semma, NYC’s only Michelin-starred Indian restaurant, a 35-person team serves 200+ guests nightly from a kitchen no bigger than a studio apartment

How NYC’s only Michelin-starred spot serves 200 from a tiny kitchen

At Semma in Manhattan’s West Village, executive chef Vijay Kumar and his team of 35 work in sync each night to deliver New York City’s only Michelin-starred Indian dining experience.

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How NYC's only Michelin-starred Indian restaurant serves 200 people from a tiny kitchen

How NYC’s only Michelin-starred spot serves 200 from a tiny kitchen

At Semma in Manhattan’s West Village, executive chef Vijay Kumar and his team of 35 work in sync each night to deliver New York City’s only Michelin-starred Indian dining experience.

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This New Year's Eve, the Champagne market is looking for hope trib.al/Ju28nAe
This New Year's Eve, the Champagne market is looking for hope

This New Year's Eve, the Champagne market is looking for hope

The Champagne industry has faced shocks from tariffs to declining alcohol consumption. After a disastrous 2024, it seems to be stabilizing.

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I tried making mac and cheese in 3 different appliances, and the tastiest dish honestly surprised me trib.al/rCdnVWQ
I tried making mac and cheese in 3 different appliances, and the tastiest dish honestly surprised me

I tried making mac and cheese in 3 different appliances, and the tastiest dish honestly surprised me

Trying the recipe in the oven, on the stove, and in the microwave let me see how the appliance affected the taste, texture of the mac and cheese.

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I eat this protein-packed bean salad 3 times a week. It's cheap, takes 15 minutes to make, and keeps me full for hours. trib.al/eXusKGZ
I eat this protein-packed bean salad 3 times a week. It's cheap, takes 15 minutes to make, and...

I eat this protein-packed bean salad 3 times a week. It's cheap, takes 15 minutes to make, and...

This budget-friendly, easy-to-prepare bean salad is filling and full of protein and fiber, so you can make a satisfying lunch for cheap.

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I made Joanna Gaines' one-pot tortellini soup. The easy recipe has quickly become one of my favorite cozy comfort meals. trib.al/aLiMhEm
I made Joanna Gaines' one-pot tortellini soup. The easy recipe has quickly become one of my...

I made Joanna Gaines' one-pot tortellini soup. The easy recipe has quickly become one of my...

Joanna Gaines' one-pot spinach-tortellini soup is one of my new staple recipes. The meal is hearty, easy to cook, and uses ingredients I already have.

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I've eaten my way through all 50 states. These 5 had surprisingly incredible food. trib.al/WmgCs7Z
I've eaten my way through all 50 states. These 5 had surprisingly incredible food.

I've eaten my way through all 50 states. These 5 had surprisingly incredible food.

After visiting all 50 states in the US, I've been pleasantly surprised by the amazing food at a few, including Connecticut, Wyoming, and Oregon.

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I found a delicious, easy way to elevate store-bought ravioli. This 20-minute recipe is my new cozy weeknight go-to. trib.al/xjbRbjF
I found a delicious, easy way to elevate store-bought ravioli. This 20-minute recipe is my new cozy...

I found a delicious, easy way to elevate store-bought ravioli. This 20-minute recipe is my new cozy...

Ree Drummond's cacio e pepe ravioli recipe has just a few ingredients and comes together quickly. I tried it, and now, it's my favorite easy dinner.

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The 6 biggest chain-restaurant food trends of 2025 — and 3 that won't survive 2026 trib.al/kurC5Bj
The 6 biggest chain-restaurant food trends of 2025 — and 3 that won't survive 2026

The 6 biggest chain-restaurant food trends of 2025 — and 3 that won't survive 2026

From chicken tenders to value meal deals, these big food trends dominated chain restaurants in 2025, though we predict some will be out in 2026.

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Muscle mommies want more protein — and brands are racing to feed them trib.al/b4GT24W
Muscle mommies want more protein — and brands are racing to feed them

Muscle mommies want more protein — and brands are racing to feed them

Women, seeking muscle gains and weight loss, are driving the protein craze, spurring innovation across the better-for-you snacking segment.

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I tried the famous $140 cake that Tom Cruise gifts to his celebrity friends every holiday season trib.al/DHCD4Ta
I tried the famous $140 cake that Tom Cruise gifts to his celebrity friends every holiday season

I tried the famous $140 cake that Tom Cruise gifts to his celebrity friends every holiday season

Every holiday season, Tom Cruise sends a white chocolate coconut bundt cake to a group of famous friends. The cake is available on Goldbelly for $140.

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I made Ina Garten's famous brownie pudding. The decadent dessert is perfect for the holidays. trib.al/INflkqB
I made Ina Garten's famous brownie pudding. The decadent dessert is perfect for the holidays.

I made Ina Garten's famous brownie pudding. The decadent dessert is perfect for the holidays.

Ina Garten first made her brownie pudding in 2008, but it has recently found new life on TikTok. The decadent dessert is perfect for the holidays.

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Red Lobster's CEO joined 3 months after the bankruptcy. He says morale was 'very low' and people were 'beat down.' trib.al/mw82taY
Red Lobster's CEO joined 3 months after the bankruptcy. He says morale was 'very low' and people...

Red Lobster's CEO joined 3 months after the bankruptcy. He says morale was 'very low' and people...

Red Lobster CEO Damola Adamolekun described the first few days joining the company after its bankruptcy. "People are beat down," he said.

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Jim Beam temporarily closes a Kentucky bourbon distillery amid a tough time for the American distilled spirits industry trib.al/EDI4mgq
Jim Beam is pausing production at its iconic Kentucky bourbon distillery

Jim Beam is pausing production at its iconic Kentucky bourbon distillery

Distilled spirits have seen a major decline in exports to big markets like Canada, and domestic consumption isn't making up for the shortfall.

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How Katz's Deli serves 70,000 pounds of meat a week trib.al/g1QCPBI
How Katz's Deli serves 70,000 pounds of meat a week

How Katz's Deli serves 70,000 pounds of meat a week

Best known for its pastrami sandwich, Katz's Deli in New York goes through 70,000 pounds of meat a week and serves 4,000 people on its busiest day.

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Ina Garten and her husband, Jeffrey, have been married for nearly 60 years. Here's a timeline of their relationship. trib.al/kaqOSBo
Ina Garten and her husband, Jeffrey, have been married for nearly 60 years. Here's a timeline of...

Ina Garten and her husband, Jeffrey, have been married for nearly 60 years. Here's a timeline of...

Ina Garten and her husband, Jeffrey, are celebrating their 57th wedding anniversary. Here's a timeline of their relationship.

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I made Ina Garten's roasted potatoes, and they're the easiest holiday side dish trib.al/Y2HqMPo
I made Ina Garten's roasted potatoes, and they're the easiest holiday side dish

I made Ina Garten's roasted potatoes, and they're the easiest holiday side dish

Ina Garten's delicious roasted potatoes require only four basic ingredients and minimal prep. It's an easy and foolproof holiday side dish.

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